While many golfers have to wait for years to make headlines in the competitive golf world, 21-year-old American golfer Michael La Sasso did it as soon as he turned professional. The youngster stepped into the professional ranks after signing with Phil Mickelson’s HyFlyers GC on LIV Golf. The move followed a breakout college season, during which his steady rise made him one of the most talked-about young players in the country.

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Who is Michael La Sasso?

Born on March 25, 2004, La Sasso is an American golfer from Raleigh, North Carolina. He was born to Mike and Karla La Sasso. The 21-year-old pro began focusing on golf when he was in the seventh grade. Despite growing up in a family centered around baseball, he developed a strong affection for golf. However, it was not quick. In fact, he didn’t take the sport seriously until the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, where he served as the standard-bearer.

The new LIV recruit built his early reputation at St. David’s School, where he claimed two NCISAA 3A state titles and earned national junior recognition.

Michael La Sasso’s collegiate golf career

After high school, Michael La Sasso spent his freshman year at North Carolina State University, where he earned a letter while competing in nine events. He then transferred to the University of Mississippi. In his first season with Ole Miss, he led the team with a 69.25 scoring average. This helped him finish second at the Cabo Collegiate. The NC resident also saw 29 of his 30 rounds count toward the team total. Those results earned him First Team All-SEC honors and a spot on the PING All-America Second Team.

While Michael La Sasso played exceptionally across all seasons, his breakthrough year came in 2024-2025. He set the program’s single-season scoring average record and captured three tournament wins. His biggest moment came at Omni La Costa. This was the event where he secured the NCAA Division I individual championship, and it benefited his team, too. Thanks to his performance, his team qualified for the national semifinals.

As his name began to rise in collegiate golf, La Sasso also represented the United States at the Arnold Palmer Cup in 2024 and 2025. Moreover, he secured a spot at the 2025 Walker Cup, too.

PGA Tour performance

La Sasso also tested himself against elite fields on the PGA Tour in 2025. Although he made the cut in only one of the six starts he made, this helped him gain experience through sponsor exemptions and appearances in major championships.

He played in the US Open, the Rocket Classic, the John Deere Classic, the 3M Open, and others. Of these, he made the cut at the 3M Open with rounds of 69-68-63-73 to finish T44.

Today, on January 20, 2026, Phil Mickelson announced that he has signed Michael La Sasso for the 2026 season. “I’m incredibly excited to join HyFlyers GC and take this next step in my career,” La Sasso said in a release,” he said.

Now, with his LIV Golf debut set for the 2026 season opener in Riyadh, La Sasso’s journey enters a new phase. The transition signals a shift from college standout to global professional, with expectations rising as fast as his profile.

Michael La Sasso’s lifestyle

Michael La Sasso maintains a grounded, family-oriented lifestyle despite his rising golf stardom. He emphasizes gratitude, routine, and balance between training and personal time. Since he is from a baseball-loving family, he transitioned to golf later than his peers.

Although he is active on Instagram, most of his posts are centered around his golf life. However, there are a few instances where he has been seen enjoying nightlife and watching other sports with friends.