About
Kye Goalby is not only the son of a Masters champion, but he also personally shapes many of the golf courses he designs by operating bulldozers and heavy equipment himself.
Kye Goalby is a renowned American golf course architect and shaper, celebrated for his hands-on approach and dedication to the restoration and creation of classic courses. Raised in Belleville, Illinois as the son of 1968 Masters champion Bob Goalby, Kye grew up immersed in golf, playing at a competitive level and later attending Wake Forest University. After initially working in finance, he shifted to golf construction in 1989, assisting in projects from his hometown and quickly gaining a reputation for skillful shaping. Over his career, Goalby has collaborated with industry luminaries such as Tom Doak and Gil Hanse, sharpening his craft on acclaimed courses worldwide. His portfolio includes extensive work reviving historic layouts, notably Glen Echo Golf Club, and shaping highly praised new builds like the Tree Farm in South Carolina. Known for operating heavy equipment himself, Goalby is respected for combining artistic vision with practical expertise, contributing meaningfully to modern and sustainable golf course design.
