The 2025 Korn Ferry Tour season has concluded, and 20 new PGA TOUR cards have been awarded! Get to know the newest members of the PGA TOUR, including Johnny Keefer, Chandler Blanchet, Neal Shipley, and more. Learn about their journeys, achievements, and what it took to earn their PGA TOUR cards. From record-breaking performances to dramatic victories, these players have proven themselves on the Korn Ferry Tour and are ready to take on the PGA TOUR. Discover the stories behind these rising stars and find out what makes each of them a player to watch in the 2026 season.
Key highlights include:
– Johnny Keefer clinching the No. 1 position on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List
– Chandler Blanchet’s victory at the season-ending Korn Ferry Tour Championship
– Neal Shipley’s comeback victories and first PGA TOUR card
– International representation from 9 countries and territories
– PGA TOUR University alums earning their first PGA TOUR cards
Don’t miss this comprehensive overview of the 2025 Korn Ferry Tour graduates and their paths to the PGA TOUR!
dreams became reality. Meet the 20 golfers who earned their PGA Tour cards for 2026. The 2025 Corn Ferry Tour season wrapped up in dramatic fashion at the Cornferryy Tour Championship in French Lick, Indiana, where 20 players secured their PGA Tour membership for the 2026 season. These rising stars battled all year for this moment. Here’s how they made it happen. But here’s where it gets controversial. While some players dominated early, others clawed their way into the top 20 at the last possible minute. Should the PGA Tour adjust its qualification system to reward season long consistency over late surges? Let us know in the comments. The path to the PGA Tour. The top 20 players on the 2025 corn ferry tour points list earned their PGA Tour cards with the season culminating at the Pete Die course at French Lit Golf Resort. While 11 players had already locked up their spots before the final event, nine others fought their way in during the season ending tournament. Standout performances, Johnny Kefir, number one, a record-breaking season with two wins and a tour best scoring average 67.95. He also earned exemptions into the players championship and the US Open. Chandler Blanche number two. After years of grinding, he secured his first PGA Tour card with a clutch victory at the season finale. Crystal Lamperect, number nine. The 6’8 South African sensation won in dramatic fashion with a walk-off bunker shot. Pontis Niholm, number 20. A playoff victory cemented his Cinderella story after nearly choosing hockey over golf. And this is the part most people miss. Several graduates like Davis Chatfield and Kensei Herata earned their cards without a single win this season. As consistency trump winning in golf’s merit-based system debate below by the numbers 12 PGA Tour rookies including rising stars like Alio Gonzalez and Zach Bouchu. Nine countries represented from Japan to South Africa proving golf’s global reach. Two PGA Tour University alums, Johnny Kefir and Christo Lampre, proving the program’s value. Controversial take. Should the TGA Tour change its promotion system? Some argue that late season surges unfairly benefit players who get hot at the right time, while others believe the current system rewards resilience. What’s your take? Full list of 2025 Cornfairy Tour graduates rank by final points list position one. Johnny Kefir dominated with two wins and a historic scoring average. Two, Chandler Blanchett, a long-awaited breakthrough after years on the fringe. Three, Austin Smotherman, a three-time cornferryy winner returning to the big stage. Four, Neil Shipley came from behind in two clutch victories to secure his card. Five, Emlio Gonzalez, Mexico’s newest PGA Tour representative after a resilient season. Six, Hank Lebiota, a PGA Tour veteran who fought his way back. Seven, Adrien Dumont Dishes, set a cornfairy tour scoring record on route to promotion. Eight, SH Kim, a two-time graduate, proving his staying power. Nine, Crystal Lamperect, the towering amateur star turned PGA Tour rookie. 10, Davis Chadfield. Consistency paid off despite no wins this season. 11. Zack Buchu, a late bloomer who finally broke through. 12. Pearson Cudi followed in his grandfather’s Charles Cudy footsteps. 13. St. Lee, a former KPGA Tour standout making his PGA Tour debut. 14. Jeffrey Kang, a late season charge, secured his lifelong dream. 15. Kensei Hiata, Japan’s next big hope after a strong rookie year. 16. Trace Crow overcame injury to retain his tour status. 17. John Vanderland, a division two star who climbed the ranks. 18. Zetchang Do a three-time corn ferryy winner with a flare for drama. 19. Sedarian Yella Maraju from hitting range balls in Canada to the PGA Tour. 20. Pontis Niholm, Sweden’s latest export after a playoff triumph. Final thought. Which of these 20 players do you think will make the biggest splash on the KGA tour? Will a rookie contend for a major or will a veteran like Hank Lebiota reestablish himself? Sound off below.
