Lucas Glover has never been shy about criticizing the PGA Tour. For years, the 2009 U.S. Open champion questioned its leadership, challenged its priorities, and openly talked about its decisions. His blunt takes on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio turned him into one of the Tour’s most recognizable internal skeptics. But it will likely change now.

After all the criticism, Glover has finally joined the 2026 16-member Player Advisory Council (PAC). He declined 10 invitations before accepting it for 2026. That’s not the end, though.

He went head-to-head with Adam Scott for the PAC chairman role, finally winning it. Now, he will serve a four-year Policy Board term starting in 2027.

In the past, Glover especially criticized the PGA Tour’s decision to reduce field sizes from 2026.

“Hiding behind pace of play, I think challenges our intelligence,” he said on his SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio show. “They think we’re stupid.”

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He even questioned the need for a PAC and board if leadership ignores player input.

The major champion argued that the changes hurt mid- and lower-tier pros. In fact, he even opposed the return of LIV golfers without much harsher penalties, while elites like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler supported it for a better and more competitive field.

When asked about what made him change his mind, Glover had an honest response.

“I can add value from inside the room instead of outside.”

Another reason the 6x PGA Tour winner cited is his health.

“At this point in my career, it’s not like I can stand on the range all day and hit balls,” noted Lucas Glover. “So I’ve got time, and there’s enough guys that want my voice in there to be heard, that I should probably do it.”

Lucas Glover underwent surgery in September 2025 for a torn labrum in his left shoulder. At 46, such surgeries take a toll on the body, as seen with Tiger Woods.

Besides that, the role Glover has been turning down was with a non-profit organization, but the PGA Tour is now a for-profit organization.

Plus, motivation comes from his peers.

The major champion said that he is in a position where the role is new to him. So he wants to learn as much as possible from others, just like Brian Rolapp does. When he discussed it with his peers, he found that many of them wanted him to be on the board.

Lucas Glover, among the fresh voices join the 2026 Player Advisory Council

The 2026 PAC features many veterans, including Scottie Scheffler, Adam Scott, Justin Thomas, and Jordan Spieth. Many of them have brought golfers’ voice on the table for discussions. But joining them for the first time in 2026 are four newcomers.

Besides Lucas Glover, Hank Lebioda, Alex Noren, and Neal Shipley are also now part of the PAC. Each of them represents a different stage of a professional career.

Hank Lebioda enters his first PAC term after years of grinding on Tour. The 34-year-old American turned pro in 2015. Although he doesn’t have a win on the PGA Tour yet, he has made 60 cuts in 124 starts. Lebioda is known for his solid approach to play and can bring the perspective of mid-tier players fighting to keep status amid schedule changes.

The 43-year-old Alex Noren adds international weight.

The Swede owns 12 European Tour titles and has spent several years on the PGA Tour, too. He has even played on the 2018 Ryder Cup team. Standing out among them all is Neal Shipley.

At 23 years, the American professional is the youngest voice in the room. In fact, he just earned his 2026 PGA Tour card after two Korn Ferry wins in 2025.

The 2026 PAC reflects a wide spectrum of voices. And at the center of it all stands Lucas Glover, likely turning his strong opinions into meaningful action.