DeChambeau speaks out on ‘unfortunate’ public dispute with former coach

Bryson DeChambeau, fresh from his US Open triumph, finds himself embroiled in a personal spat with former coach Mike Schy that’s casting a shadow over his recent success.

The LIV Golf sensation had once called Schy a “second father” and the pair worked closely until 2018. They even continued their partnership with Schy setting up junior tournaments in California in 2023 to help young golfers compete without breaking the bank.

The Central Valley Jon DeChambeau Memorial Junior Tour, named after DeChambeau’s dad, kicked off with promise. However, following a successful pilot and a few events, things turned bitter between DeChambeau and Schy, leading to the latter announcing the tour’s closure due to financial woes.

In an interview with Golf Week, accusations flew as Schy claimed DeChambeau only offered loans instead of grants, suggesting the golf star “hates” non-profits. DeChambeau hit back, branding Schy’s allegations as a “complete and utter lie” and criticizing his lack of a sustainable business model for the tour.

DeChambeau broke his silence on the matter during a press conference before The Open Championship at Royal Troon, addressing the controversy publicly for the first time.

“Look, it’s an unfortunate situation. I’ve loved that man for all of my life, and it’s a private matter that went public, unfortunately,” he said. “We tried to figure it out and make it make sense for everyone, and it just didn’t come out that way. I’ve said all I’ve said in the Golf Week article, and to be honest, like I’m moving on and looking forward to a great tournament this week. Not going to have any of that in the rear-view mirror. History is history, and things will work themselves out. They always do.”

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DeChambeau, 30, has become perhaps golf’s biggest star in 2024, resonating with fans and playing some of the best golf of his career. He has his sights fixed firmly on lifting the Claret Jug this week. “Very confident, obviously,” he said. “It all depends if I’m striking it well. I can come in here with the most confidence off of a major championship win.

“Played decent last week, as well. Really what matters is if I can continue to drive the ball as well as I have and strike my irons the way I know I can and putt the way I know I can. If I do those three things well, even four things with chipping and bunker play and on the greens, I’ll give myself a chance. I know how to get the job done.

“It’s just a matter of if I’m as consistent as I was at the US Open last week and a few other venues as well. If I can play the golf that I have been, I think I’ll give myself a great chance.”