Paige Spiranac may be on the verge of her biggest career shift yet, as fans rally for her to become an on-course reporter for the PGA Tour.
The former LPGA pro and social media powerhouse made a recent broadcast appearance that quickly sparked buzz online, with many calling for her to take on a full-time broadcasting role.
“If the new PGA CEO doesn’t immediately hire @PaigeSpiranac as an on-course reporter, then all is lost,” one user wrote on X. Spiranac responded simply: “I mean the people have spoken.” That comment fueled even more fan excitement, with replies ranging from ” Hire her now!!” to “That would be a great job for you!”
At 32, Spiranac has already transitioned from professional golfer to a wildly successful influencer. She has amassed over five million followers across Instagram and X, along with a strong following on her premium Passes platform.
Her reach, relatability, and deep golf knowledge have positioned her as a bridge between traditional golf audiences and a younger, more social media-savvy crowd.
From fairways to broadcast booth
Spiranac isn’t new to media work. In March, she appeared at the PGA Tour’s Creator League Classic at TPC Sawgrass, where she participated in commentary and media coverage. That event, blending golf with digital content creators, was a natural fit. Her combination of insider knowledge and media skill shone through.
She has also signed on with the Grass League, a new par-3 golf tour designed to blend pros, influencers, and fans. In this role, she handles interviews, marketing, and helps shape the tour’s brand.
She described it as the “next phase” of her career and a chance to work behind the scenes while staying close to the sport.
Spiranac’s golf roots run deep. She played collegiate golf at Arizona and San Diego State before briefly joining the LPGA Tour. Though her time as a pro was short-lived, she’s remained deeply connected to the game, often weighing in on major tournaments and trends online.
Her recent defense of Rory McIlroy following his U.S. Open heartbreak showed her willingness to speak candidly and passionately about the sport.
It’s that authenticity, combined with her massive audience and golf IQ, that makes her an ideal candidate for a PGA Tour media role.
While nothing official has been announced, the momentum is building. If the PGA Tour is serious about evolving its broadcast voice and engaging new fans, giving Spiranac a microphone might be the smartest move yet.
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