NCAA Champion Joins Phil Mickelson’s LIV Golf Team
Michael La Sasso, the 2025 NCAA Division I Individual Men’s Golf champion, has officially joined Phil Mickelson’s LIV Golf team, HyFlyers GC. This decision marks a significant shift in La Sasso’s career as he forfeits his final year at Ole Miss and his spot in the prestigious Masters tournament.
La Sasso’s Professional Move
At just 21 years old, La Sasso expressed his excitement about joining HyFlyers GC. In his statement, he emphasized the unique opportunity to learn from one of golf’s all-time greats, Phil Mickelson. He noted the importance of competing on a global stage and the team camaraderie within HyFlyers GC.
Performance Overview
- NCAA Achievement: Won the 2025 NCAA Division I Individual Men’s Golf Championship.
- Tournament Experience: Made five PGA Tour starts in 2025, including the U.S. Open.
- Performance Highlights: Finished T44 at the 3M Open; missed four cuts during his appearances.
- Recent Penalty: Received a two-stroke penalty at the Sanderson Farms Championship for improving conditions affecting his stroke.
La Sasso’s decision aligns with a trend in LIV Golf, which has attracted numerous young talents, such as Jose Ballester and Caleb Surratt. This strategy aims to build a promising future for the league while offering players unique opportunities.
Phil Mickelson’s Endorsement
Phil Mickelson praised La Sasso, calling him one of the most exciting young players in golf today. Mickelson noted La Sasso’s competitive spirit, a quality that resonates with their team’s ethos.
As LIV Golf continues to develop its roster, La Sasso’s addition to HyFlyers GC exemplifies the integration of emerging talents into the professional circuit, promising an exciting future for the sport.
