Scottie Scheffler’s Influence Shines Bright as He Returns to the PGA Tour’s Players Advisory Council

Despite being sidelined at the start of the 2025 season due to a hand injury, Scottie Scheffler’s presence looms large on the PGA Tour. On January 21, the World No. 1 was officially announced as a returning member of the Tour’s prestigious Players Advisory Council (PAC) for 2025.

Scheffler’s re-election marks his second consecutive term on the PAC, a vital body comprising 16 active players who provide strategic guidance and feedback to the Tour’s Board of Directors and Commissioner Jay Monahan. His reappointment reflects the respect he commands among his peers and his growing influence on the Tour’s direction.

The announcement, shared on the PGA Tour’s official website and Twitter page, highlighted the diverse makeup of the PAC, which blends seasoned members and fresh faces. Alongside Scheffler, the council includes notable names like Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Brian Harman, and Max Homa, as well as newcomers like Eric Cole and Trevor Cone.

PRESS RELEASE: PGA TOUR announces 2025 Player Advisory Council pic.twitter.com/qT6xq7sQP4

— PGA TOUR Communications (@PGATOURComms) January 21, 2025

Here is the full lineup of the 2025 PAC:

Sam Burns

Eric Cole

Trevor Cone

Rickie Fowler

Brian Harman

Charley Hoffman

Max Homa

Kevin Kisner

Max McGreevy

Maverick McNealy

Keith Mitchell

Seamus Power

Scottie Scheffler

Brandt Snedeker

Justin Thomas

Gary Woodland

Half of the council members are returning, underscoring continuity in the PAC’s leadership. Meanwhile, players like Fowler and Snedeker bring valuable experience from previous terms, while debutants like Cole and McGreevy infuse fresh perspectives.

The PAC serves as a critical bridge between the players and the PGA Tour’s governing bodies, addressing key issues, advocating for players’ interests, and shaping the sport’s future.

While the PAC has yet to confirm its chairman and sub-committee appointments, Scheffler’s return solidifies his role as a cornerstone of player representation. His leadership, coupled with his impeccable track record on the course, ensures he will continue to be a driving force in the evolution of professional golf.

As fans await Scheffler’s return to the greens, his contributions off the course are already shaping up to be just as impactful.