Three Standout Golfers Sign with Aggie Men?s Golf
Nov 12, 2014 | Men's Golf
COLLEGE STATION — Texas A&M men's golf head coach J.T. Higgins announced Wednesday the signing of a trio of talented golfers who will join the program in the fall of 2015.
The impressive class is comprised of three native Texans – Max Miller (College Station, Texas), Chandler Phillips (Huntsville, Texas) and Brandon Smith (Frisco, Texas).
“I am really excited about this class,” Higgins said. “They have been committed to us for over a year so it is nice to finally make it official. All three of these young men can challenge for playing time right away and they will provide a great foundation for the future. They give us some offense, taking advantage of scoring opportunities and attacking the golf course. This class will give us the chance to post some really low rounds and we are hoping that leads to tournament wins and championships.”
Maxwell (Max) Miller
6-1 • 165 lbs
College Station, Texas / A&M Consolidated High School
Quick Notes:
Rated as the No. 42 player in the country as well as No. 5 in Texas by Junior Golf Scoreboard … the 2013 Texas State Junior Champion as well as the 2014 Texas Cup Champion … additionally, he won the George Hannon Junior Invitational in both 2012 and 2014 … during 2010, Miller won the 12-13 age division of the 2010 Texas/Oklahoma Junior … is the first ever five-time member of the prestigious Jackie Burke Cup Team (2010-2014) … has carded four Top 5 AJGA Finishes … son of Mike and Sarah Miller … father is graduate of Texas A&M and a former Aggie golfer … has a sister, Katherine, who is Aggie class of `17 … played for head coach Justin McKown at A&M Consolidated HS and works with swing coach Brad Lardon of Miramont Country Club.
Higgins on Miller:
“Max is one of the best players in Texas and we feel like his best golf is still to come. He has the potential to be exceptional. He is gifted with a beautiful swing, great fundamentals and the ability to win golf tournaments. He posts lots of rounds in the 60s, makes a lot of birdies and is comfortable when he is in contention. In short, Max can go low and win, and that gives him the opportunity to make an immediate impact on our team.”
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Chandler Phillips
5-8 • 150 lbs
Huntsville, Texas / Huntsville High School
Quick Notes:
Rated as the No. 11 player in the country as well as No. 2 in Texas by Junior Golf Scoreboard … carded a trio of individual medalist titles in 2014, winning the Jordan Speith Invitational, Byron Nelson Junior Invitational and AJGA at Timmaron … topped the leaderboard at the 2013 Texas Cup as well as the 2012 Starburst International … played for coaches Marcus Evans and Danny Leatherman at Huntsville HS, was named all-state following his freshman, sophomore and junior seasons … off to a strong start as a senior, winning three of his high school starts with a cumulative score of 18-unde par … son of Keith and Kris Phillips … has a broth, Dawson … swing coach is Dean Choate.
Higgins on Philips:
“Chandler is a player. He is fun to watch because he is fearless and makes it look effortless. He's reminiscent of players from another era, a shot-maker with great hands, touch and feel. He can hit any shot, works the ball both ways, high or low, and has a terrific short game. When he gets it going, Chandler can make a bunch of birdies, post some really low scores and win. He has the ability to play in our lineup from the moment he steps on campus.”
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Brandon Smith
6-5 • 165 lbs
Frisco, Texas / Frisco High School
Quick Notes:
Rated as the No. 62 player in the country as well as No. 7 in Texas by Junior Golf Scoreboard … named the 2013 Texas Legends Junior Tour Player of the Year … two-time defending UIL district champion … captured a pair of tournament wins in 2014 by topping the individual standings as the Hunter Mahan Invitational and the Legends Junior Tour Winter Invitational … also finished as the runner up at the 2014 David Toms Invitational and the 2013 Byron Nelson Junior Invitational … Qualified for the Texas State Amateur as an 14-year old with 64 at Honors Golf Club … played for head coach Mary Black at Frisco HS … son of Bruce and Kathleen Smith … mother is Texas A&M class of `90 … has a brother, Parker, and a sister, Kennedy.
Higgins on Smith:
“Brandon is an outstanding player. He has the ability to go really low and has some great victories. His Dad is a PGA professional so he has had great training and has a solid understanding of the game. Brandon has been growing like a weed and once he fills out his frame, there is no telling how good he can get. While he has already played some terrific golf, we think the best is yet to come. He is going to make a positive impact on this team and compete for playing time immediately.”
