A Family on the Fairway: Austin and Jessica Smotherman

Austin Smotherman is a golfer who has spent a decade chasing his dream on smaller tours. He earned a spot on the PGA Tour, lost it, and then fought his way back through the Korn Ferry Tour. In 2025 he won two tournaments in three weeks and returned to the main circuit for 2026. Throughout this roller‑coaster, his partner Jessica has stayed by his side. Jessica is a licensed real estate agent in Dallas. Before moving into property, she worked in bridal and fashion sales. She started as a consultant at Stardust Celebrations, then sold wedding dresses wholesale for Matthew Christopher Inc. , and later managed retail and bridal operations at Lela Rose’s flagship store in Highland Park. In 2020 she switched careers and joined Rogers Healy and Associates, where she handles listings, buyers, relocations, and investments. She helped sell a high‑profile Dallas home that belonged to golfer Bryson DeChambeau in 2024.The couple met after high school and has grown together through every twist of Austin’s career. They live in Dallas, where many of their memories were made. When Austin was on the Latinoamérica and Korn Ferry Tours, he travelled often and faced financial uncertainty. Jessica’s steady support helped him focus on his game. Austin has spoken publicly about how important her belief in him was. He proposed to her at Reunion Tower, and since then Dallas has been the center of their life. Friends like Bryson DeChambeau have even hosted them when they were between homes, showing how close their circle remains. Now that Austin is back on the PGA Tour, he hopes to travel with his family when possible. The Smothermans have two daughters, Adeline and Penelope, and are expecting a third child in March 2026. Jessica announced the pregnancy on Instagram during her birthday, sharing her past struggles with infertility. She urged other women to know they are not alone and that their journey matters. Austin began 2026 strong with a top‑ten finish at The American Express and a career‑best score of 62 at the Cognizant Classic. But for his family, the biggest focus is preparing to welcome their newest member.