Scottie Scheffler has always credited his family for his accomplishments, and looking at the upbringing he has had, we understand why. His parents, Scott and Diane Scheffler, are the ultimate power couple of parental support. Scott, a stay-at-home dad, was the chauffeur, golf-practice-scheduler, and biggest fan all rolled into one. He introduced Scheffler to golf with a set of plastic clubs, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Scheffler’s love for golf became an “obsession” after that, and his parents were right there to nurture it. Diane, an executive at a law firm, worked hard to support the family financially, while Scott took care of the kids. As the golfer fondly recalled, “I was fortunate to grow up in a home with two parents that loved all of us very dearly, and my mom was the one who was working and supporting our family financially, which I would say is a little bit different.”

Scott and Diane’s dedication to Scheffler’s golf career is something to be admired. Scott would often shuttle the PGA Tour pro to golf practice and tournaments, cheering him on every step of the way. And the golfer’s gratitude for his parents’ hard work is evident when he says, “I couldn’t speak highly enough of the hard work that my parents invested into my career through the years.” And this respect is a shared feeling.

Scott beams with pride, saying, “I used to wonder, ‘Can Scottie really be that good at his craft, at the game of golf?’ And he is. He truly has been given a gift, and he uses it… It does surprise me… He’s my child. He’s my son. Sometimes you just say to yourself, ‘Wow.'” This parental support has likely played a significant role in shaping Scottie’s calm and collected demeanor, a trait that’s served him well both on and off the course.

As Scott notes, “When something happens, he’s always been the one who says, ‘Everybody calm down.’ He’s just kind of calm.” This calmness is likely a necessity in the Scheffler household, which was filled with the lively energy of four kids – Callie, born in 1994, Scottie in 1996, and younger sisters Molly and Sara. Callie, being the classic first child, took her big-sister role seriously, even caddying for Scottie in junior tournaments, showcasing the close bond between the siblings. And if you think Scheffler had a big family after reading that, boy do we have a surprise for you!

Scottie Scheffler’s wife and son

Scottie Scheffler, the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer, has a loving family that supports him every step of the way. His wife, Meredith Scheffler (née Scudder), is a Texas native whom he met in high school. The couple started dating as high school sweethearts at Highland Park High School in Dallas, Texas. Meredith learned about Scottie’s rising golf star status when she saw him featured in a commercial, prompting her to exclaim, “Wow, that’s cool!” Scottie recalled the moment, saying, “I won the U.S. Junior in 2013 and in 2014 I had the opportunity to play in the Byron Nelson as a high school student… and the commercial came on TV.” The couple got married in December 2020 in a “Winter Wonderland” themed wedding during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Meredith and Scottie have recently welcomed their first child, a son named Bennett, born on May 8, 2024. Meredith balances her family life with her professional endeavors, working part-time as the Director of Curating Opportunities at Behind Every Door (BED), a Christian community center organization in Dallas that supports underdeveloped neighborhoods. She’s also an ambassador for the nutrition company Juice Plus.

The couple’s love story is one of long-term commitment, and they celebrated their third wedding anniversary with a sweet photo shared by Scottie. With a growing family and a thriving career, Meredith is a pillar of support for Scottie as he continues to dominate the golf world.