POST COLLEGIATE
-- Announced on September 12, 2022 that he was joining the LIV Tour
2021-22
--Named an honorable mention All-American by Golfweek
--Won the 2022 Southwestern Invitational for second straight year
--Back injury slowed him after solid start to season, including top-five finishes at Maui Jim Intercollegiate and the Fighting Illini Invitational in September
--Ryggs Johnston and David Puig on 2021-22 Haskins Award Preseason Watch List.
DAVID PUIG 2021 PALMER CUP RESULTS (3-1)
David Puig/Ana Pelaez Trivino defeated Brad Reeves/Allisen Corpuz, 2&1
Pierceson Coody/William Moll defeated Alex Fitzpatrick/David Puig, 2&1
David Puig/Ana Pelaez Trivino defeated Hannah Harrison/Trevor Norby 3&1
David Puig defeated Dylan Menante, 3&2
2020-21
--Named a second-team All-American by Golfweek
--Finished the 2020-21 season ranked 11th by Golfweek and 19th by Golfstat
--Won the 2021 Southwestern Invitational and the Amer Ari Intercollegiate in back-to-back weeks
--Posted seven top-10 finishes in 11 stroke play events in 2021
ABOUT THE 2021 SOUTHWESTERN INVITATIONAL WIN
Playing in just his fifth collegiate stroke play tournament, David easily won the 2021 Southwestern Invitational held at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village (Jan. 25-27) for his first collegiate victory by a tournament record margin. Only two players shot par for the tournament, and Puig (70-66-70) won the event by nine strokes with a 10-under 206 over Pepperdine's Joshua McCarthey (72-73-70). Puig posted a tournament-best 37 pars and added 11 birdies and one eagle.
LINKS
--ASU sophomore Puig taking dead aim at Phil Mickelson’s record (by Tim Iannello, Cronkite News/Feb. 15, 2021)
--Link: David Puig Looks to Match Phil Mickelson with Third Straight Win (by Jeff Metcalfe, azcentral.com/Feb. 14, 2021)
--Sun Devil David Puig Dominating on Collegiate Greens (by Jordan Spurgeon, sports360AZ.com/Feb. 12, 2021)
--Puig Selected To 2020 Palmer Cup
DAVID PUIG 2021-22 ROUND-BY-ROUND
Maui Jim Intercollegiate (Sept. 10-12, 2021/90) 63-66-66=195/-15/T3
OFCC/Fighting Illini Invite (Sept. 17-19, 2021/81) 70-66-72=208/-2/T2
Isleworth Invitational (Oct. 17-19, 2021/75) 70-76-71=217/+1/T13
Eastlake Cup (Oct. 25/20) 77/+5/17
Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 24-26, 2022/64) 73-70-65=208/-8/1
Amer Ari Invitational (Feb. 3-5, 2022/115) 72-72-76=220/+4/T80
Cabo Collegiate (Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2022/78) 76-72-70=218/+5/59
Oregon Duck Invitational (Mar. 21-22, 2022/90) 74-75-73=222/+9/T32
Valspar Collegiate (Mar. 28-29, 2022/81) 73-75-69=217/+4/T46
NCAA Stockton Regional (May 16-18, 2022) DNP-69-67=136/-8
NCAA Championship (May 27-30, 2022/156) 70-74-69-72=285/+5/T11
NCAA Match Play Quarterfinal: Lost to Logan McAllister (Oklahoma), 3 & 2
NCAA Match Play Semifinal: Defeated Joey Vrzich (Pepperdine), 2 & 1
NCAA Match Play Championship: Defeated Mason Nome (Texas), 19 holes
11 TOURNAMENTS/31 ROUNDS/71.06 STROKE AVERAGE
9 ROUNDS IN 60S/17 ROUNDS OF PAR OR BETTER
DAVID PUIG 2021 ROUND-BY-ROUND
Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 25-27, 2021) 70-66-70=206/-10/1 (66)
Amer Ari Intercollegiate (Feb. 2-4, 2021) 67-68-68=203/-13 /1 (51)
The Prestige (Feb. 15-17, 2021) 64-74-74=212/-1/T7 (120)
Cabo Collegiate at TPC San Antonio (March 1-3, 2021) 75-73-68=216/E/T10 (88)
Valspar Invitational (Mar. 15-16, 2021) 72-76-68=216/+3/T26 (63)
The Goodwin (Mar. 25-27, 2021) 70-70-68=208/-2/T11 (146)
Augusta Hawkins Invitational (April 3-4, 2021) 72-72-71=215/-1/T25 (75)
ASU Thunderbird Collegiate Invitational (April 16-17, 2021) 66-69-68=203/-10/T6 (96)
Pac-12 Championship (April 26-28, 2021) 68-69-75-69=281/-7/T8 (72)
NCAA Albuquerque Regional (May 17-19, 2021) 71-67-70=208/-8/8 (72)
NCAA Championship (May 28-31, 2021) 75-71-74-72=292/+12/T54 (156)
11 TOURNAMENTS/35 ROUNDS/2,460 STROKES/70.29 STROKE AVERAGE
FINAL RANKINGS: GOLFWEEK (11), GOLFSTAT (19)
DAVID PUIG 2020-21 TOP-10 FINISHES
1st, Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 25-27, 2021)
1st, Amer Ari Intercollegiate (Feb. 2-4, 2021)
T6th, ASU Thunderbird Collegiate Invitational (April 16-17, 2021)
T7th,The Prestige (Feb. 15-17, 2021)
T8th, Pac-12 Championship (April 26-28, 2021)
8th, NCAA Albuquerque Regional (May 17-19, 2021)
10th, Cabo Collegiate at TPC San Antonio (March 1-3, 2021)
DAVID PUIG 2020 PALMER CUP SCORES
Day 3 Singles: L to Cooper Dossey, 1-up
Mixed Fourball: W, Puig/Ingrid Lindlad defeat Kenzie Wright/Jonathan Brightwell, 6&5
Foursomes: W, Lin/Puig defeat Katz/Zediker, 5&4
Mixed Foursomes: L, Coody/Papp defeat Puig/Ingrid Lindlad, 2&1
--Joined the program in January of 2020 and played in four tournaments before freshman season was cut short due to COVID-19.
--Tied for 10th at the 2020 Cabo Collegiate that included rounds of 69 and 68 to close at 3-under 210 which helped ASU capture its third tournament of the season.
DAVID PUIG TOP PRE-ASU ACCOMPLISHMENTS
European Boys Champion
2018 Spanish Champion U18
2017 Runner Up World Championship
2018 Internacional de España U18 Champion
2017 Copa Puerta de Hierro Champion
"David joins a line of special Spanish players in our program. David hits the ball very straight, has a magical short game, and loves to win. I just love watching him play. He has so much energy and flare in his game." -- Sun Devil head coach Matt Thurmond
FRESHMAN DAVID PUIG 2019 ROUND-BY- ROUND (FRESHMAN SEASON)
Southwestern Intercollegiate (Jan. 27-28, 2020) 76-76-71=223/+7/T-33 (71)
Amer Ari Invitational (Feb. 6-8, 2020) 69-68-71=208/-8/T-14/ (123)
Cabo Collegiate (Mar. 1-3, 2020) 73-69-68=210/-3/T-10 (80)
Lamkin Grips San Diego Classic (Mar. 9-10, 2020) 79-71-70=220/+4/T-34 (100)
4 TOURNAMENTS/12 ROUNDS/71.75 STROKE AVERAGE
4 ROUNDS IN 60s/8 ROUND PAR OR BETTER
GETTING TO KNOW DAVID A LITTLE BETTER
If you could have dinner with anyone from any era, who would it be and where? Tiger Woods and Rafa Nadal at Barcelona
One word to describe the feeling of putting on the ASU uniform for the first time: Excitement
You have a chance to pick the brain of any coach of any sport for one hour....who is it? Toni Nadal
The most upset you have ever been in a game was: Probably at 2018 when we lost the World Championship with Spain
The happiest you have ever been in a game: When I won the Spanish Championship
You need a walk-up song, what is it? Caramelo
What do you like best about your hometown? Food and weather
A movie you have watched more than once and will watch again: The Shooter
Past Sun Devil (any sport) you wish you could have watched compete: Jon Rahm or Phil Mickelson
Favorite song from your favorite artist? 25/8 Bad Bunny
What is one of your favorite quotes? Go for it
What chore do you absolutely hate doing? Do stuff in the garden
Who has been the biggest influence on your career? My dad
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be? The Masters of 2005
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Scooter
If you could meet anyone, past or present, who would it be? Rafa Nadal and Leo Messi
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble? Play music
What story does your family always tell about you? The way that I started playing golf
What's your favorite TV show and why? La que se avecina because it’s funny
If you were a character on a TV show, which one would you be: Dani Rovira
If someone wrote a book about your life, what would they title it? David the athlete
Name one thing about yourself that most people don't know: Empathetic
If you had to watch one show for the rest of your life, it would be: La que se avecina
A Sun Devil "story" that has put a lump in your throat: Alejandro Cañizares winning NCAA individual Championship
Game/event where you learned the most from? Last Round of the World Championship
If you could live during any time period when/where would it be and why? Spain because of the food, the weather and the golf courses
What is the most important thing that a parent/grandparent taught you? Be educated
What was the single-biggest challenge of your life? Travel around the world
What is your favorite road trip destination? Hawaii
What toppings do you get on your pizza? Mushrooms and black olives
Favorite pro athlete you have been around...Tiger Woods
Most underrated coach you have been around... Ricardo Boada
Past Sun Devil game/event you wish you would have been there live to see...when the men’s golf team won NCAAs in 1996
What you know now that you wish you knew in high school...cook
Typically, I am in bed and lights are out at...11 p.m.
Last book I read: One about Tiger Woods
Last movie I saw: Voces
What was the first concert you ever attended? Bad Bunny
The most played song on my phone (spotify, ipod, etc.) is: Stand by Me
My favorite month: December
Something I have not done, but I will...jumping from a plane
What is your time of year and why? Summer because we can play a lot of tournaments in very different areas
What three words would you use to describe yourself? Amazing, friendly and hard-worker
If you could be on any game show, which show would you choose? Boom
What is the most useful app you have downloaded? WhatsApp
What is your best childhood memory? Winning Spanish Championship at the age of 11
You have just won the lottery, what is your first purchase? A trackman
What is your favorite sport to watch? Golf and then tennis
What is your favorite food? Pasta or Sushi
What is your favorite restaurant? Japanese
What is your favorite candy? Hearts
What do you miss the most about being a kid? No schedule
What is the hardest thing that you have ever done? Physics
One sentence to describe your family...my family is really nice and friendly
What is a place that you have always wanted to visit? New York
My dream job is: Professional golfer
What is the most exciting event you've been a part of: Spanish Championship from 2018
-- Announced on September 12, 2022 that he was joining the LIV Tour
2021-22
--Named an honorable mention All-American by Golfweek
--Won the 2022 Southwestern Invitational for second straight year
--Back injury slowed him after solid start to season, including top-five finishes at Maui Jim Intercollegiate and the Fighting Illini Invitational in September
--Ryggs Johnston and David Puig on 2021-22 Haskins Award Preseason Watch List.
DAVID PUIG 2021 PALMER CUP RESULTS (3-1)
David Puig/Ana Pelaez Trivino defeated Brad Reeves/Allisen Corpuz, 2&1
Pierceson Coody/William Moll defeated Alex Fitzpatrick/David Puig, 2&1
David Puig/Ana Pelaez Trivino defeated Hannah Harrison/Trevor Norby 3&1
David Puig defeated Dylan Menante, 3&2
2020-21
--Named a second-team All-American by Golfweek
--Finished the 2020-21 season ranked 11th by Golfweek and 19th by Golfstat
--Won the 2021 Southwestern Invitational and the Amer Ari Intercollegiate in back-to-back weeks
--Posted seven top-10 finishes in 11 stroke play events in 2021
ABOUT THE 2021 SOUTHWESTERN INVITATIONAL WIN
Playing in just his fifth collegiate stroke play tournament, David easily won the 2021 Southwestern Invitational held at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village (Jan. 25-27) for his first collegiate victory by a tournament record margin. Only two players shot par for the tournament, and Puig (70-66-70) won the event by nine strokes with a 10-under 206 over Pepperdine's Joshua McCarthey (72-73-70). Puig posted a tournament-best 37 pars and added 11 birdies and one eagle.
LINKS
--ASU sophomore Puig taking dead aim at Phil Mickelson’s record (by Tim Iannello, Cronkite News/Feb. 15, 2021)
--Link: David Puig Looks to Match Phil Mickelson with Third Straight Win (by Jeff Metcalfe, azcentral.com/Feb. 14, 2021)
--Sun Devil David Puig Dominating on Collegiate Greens (by Jordan Spurgeon, sports360AZ.com/Feb. 12, 2021)
--Puig Selected To 2020 Palmer Cup
"Being a Sun Devil is a dream come true! Following in the footsteps of Jon ( @JonRahmpga ) and Phil ( @PhilMickelson ) is one of the best moments of my life." -- David Puig pic.twitter.com/rMqkaKO52g
— Sun Devil Men's Golf (@sundevilmgolf) November 14, 2018
Congratulations to our freshman David Puig selected to play in the 2020 @ArnoldPalmerCup . pic.twitter.com/LdCY3tZinj
— Sun Devil Men's Golf (@sundevilmgolf) March 27, 2020
DAVID PUIG 2021-22 ROUND-BY-ROUND
Maui Jim Intercollegiate (Sept. 10-12, 2021/90) 63-66-66=195/-15/T3
OFCC/Fighting Illini Invite (Sept. 17-19, 2021/81) 70-66-72=208/-2/T2
Isleworth Invitational (Oct. 17-19, 2021/75) 70-76-71=217/+1/T13
Eastlake Cup (Oct. 25/20) 77/+5/17
Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 24-26, 2022/64) 73-70-65=208/-8/1
Amer Ari Invitational (Feb. 3-5, 2022/115) 72-72-76=220/+4/T80
Cabo Collegiate (Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 2022/78) 76-72-70=218/+5/59
Oregon Duck Invitational (Mar. 21-22, 2022/90) 74-75-73=222/+9/T32
Valspar Collegiate (Mar. 28-29, 2022/81) 73-75-69=217/+4/T46
NCAA Stockton Regional (May 16-18, 2022) DNP-69-67=136/-8
NCAA Championship (May 27-30, 2022/156) 70-74-69-72=285/+5/T11
NCAA Match Play Quarterfinal: Lost to Logan McAllister (Oklahoma), 3 & 2
NCAA Match Play Semifinal: Defeated Joey Vrzich (Pepperdine), 2 & 1
NCAA Match Play Championship: Defeated Mason Nome (Texas), 19 holes
11 TOURNAMENTS/31 ROUNDS/71.06 STROKE AVERAGE
9 ROUNDS IN 60S/17 ROUNDS OF PAR OR BETTER
DAVID PUIG 2021 ROUND-BY-ROUND
Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 25-27, 2021) 70-66-70=206/-10/1 (66)
Amer Ari Intercollegiate (Feb. 2-4, 2021) 67-68-68=203/-13 /1 (51)
The Prestige (Feb. 15-17, 2021) 64-74-74=212/-1/T7 (120)
Cabo Collegiate at TPC San Antonio (March 1-3, 2021) 75-73-68=216/E/T10 (88)
Valspar Invitational (Mar. 15-16, 2021) 72-76-68=216/+3/T26 (63)
The Goodwin (Mar. 25-27, 2021) 70-70-68=208/-2/T11 (146)
Augusta Hawkins Invitational (April 3-4, 2021) 72-72-71=215/-1/T25 (75)
ASU Thunderbird Collegiate Invitational (April 16-17, 2021) 66-69-68=203/-10/T6 (96)
Pac-12 Championship (April 26-28, 2021) 68-69-75-69=281/-7/T8 (72)
NCAA Albuquerque Regional (May 17-19, 2021) 71-67-70=208/-8/8 (72)
NCAA Championship (May 28-31, 2021) 75-71-74-72=292/+12/T54 (156)
11 TOURNAMENTS/35 ROUNDS/2,460 STROKES/70.29 STROKE AVERAGE
FINAL RANKINGS: GOLFWEEK (11), GOLFSTAT (19)
DAVID PUIG 2020-21 TOP-10 FINISHES
1st, Southwestern Invitational (Jan. 25-27, 2021)
1st, Amer Ari Intercollegiate (Feb. 2-4, 2021)
T6th, ASU Thunderbird Collegiate Invitational (April 16-17, 2021)
T7th,The Prestige (Feb. 15-17, 2021)
T8th, Pac-12 Championship (April 26-28, 2021)
8th, NCAA Albuquerque Regional (May 17-19, 2021)
10th, Cabo Collegiate at TPC San Antonio (March 1-3, 2021)
DAVID PUIG 2020 PALMER CUP SCORES
Day 3 Singles: L to Cooper Dossey, 1-up
Mixed Fourball: W, Puig/Ingrid Lindlad defeat Kenzie Wright/Jonathan Brightwell, 6&5
Foursomes: W, Lin/Puig defeat Katz/Zediker, 5&4
Mixed Foursomes: L, Coody/Papp defeat Puig/Ingrid Lindlad, 2&1
--Joined the program in January of 2020 and played in four tournaments before freshman season was cut short due to COVID-19.
--Tied for 10th at the 2020 Cabo Collegiate that included rounds of 69 and 68 to close at 3-under 210 which helped ASU capture its third tournament of the season.
DAVID PUIG TOP PRE-ASU ACCOMPLISHMENTS
European Boys Champion
2018 Spanish Champion U18
2017 Runner Up World Championship
2018 Internacional de España U18 Champion
2017 Copa Puerta de Hierro Champion
"David joins a line of special Spanish players in our program. David hits the ball very straight, has a magical short game, and loves to win. I just love watching him play. He has so much energy and flare in his game." -- Sun Devil head coach Matt Thurmond
FRESHMAN DAVID PUIG 2019 ROUND-BY- ROUND (FRESHMAN SEASON)
Southwestern Intercollegiate (Jan. 27-28, 2020) 76-76-71=223/+7/T-33 (71)
Amer Ari Invitational (Feb. 6-8, 2020) 69-68-71=208/-8/T-14/ (123)
Cabo Collegiate (Mar. 1-3, 2020) 73-69-68=210/-3/T-10 (80)
Lamkin Grips San Diego Classic (Mar. 9-10, 2020) 79-71-70=220/+4/T-34 (100)
4 TOURNAMENTS/12 ROUNDS/71.75 STROKE AVERAGE
4 ROUNDS IN 60s/8 ROUND PAR OR BETTER
GETTING TO KNOW DAVID A LITTLE BETTER
If you could have dinner with anyone from any era, who would it be and where? Tiger Woods and Rafa Nadal at Barcelona
One word to describe the feeling of putting on the ASU uniform for the first time: Excitement
You have a chance to pick the brain of any coach of any sport for one hour....who is it? Toni Nadal
The most upset you have ever been in a game was: Probably at 2018 when we lost the World Championship with Spain
The happiest you have ever been in a game: When I won the Spanish Championship
You need a walk-up song, what is it? Caramelo
What do you like best about your hometown? Food and weather
A movie you have watched more than once and will watch again: The Shooter
Past Sun Devil (any sport) you wish you could have watched compete: Jon Rahm or Phil Mickelson
Favorite song from your favorite artist? 25/8 Bad Bunny
What is one of your favorite quotes? Go for it
What chore do you absolutely hate doing? Do stuff in the garden
Who has been the biggest influence on your career? My dad
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be? The Masters of 2005
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Scooter
If you could meet anyone, past or present, who would it be? Rafa Nadal and Leo Messi
What did you do growing up that got you into trouble? Play music
What story does your family always tell about you? The way that I started playing golf
What's your favorite TV show and why? La que se avecina because it’s funny
If you were a character on a TV show, which one would you be: Dani Rovira
If someone wrote a book about your life, what would they title it? David the athlete
Name one thing about yourself that most people don't know: Empathetic
If you had to watch one show for the rest of your life, it would be: La que se avecina
A Sun Devil "story" that has put a lump in your throat: Alejandro Cañizares winning NCAA individual Championship
Game/event where you learned the most from? Last Round of the World Championship
If you could live during any time period when/where would it be and why? Spain because of the food, the weather and the golf courses
What is the most important thing that a parent/grandparent taught you? Be educated
What was the single-biggest challenge of your life? Travel around the world
What is your favorite road trip destination? Hawaii
What toppings do you get on your pizza? Mushrooms and black olives
Favorite pro athlete you have been around...Tiger Woods
Most underrated coach you have been around... Ricardo Boada
Past Sun Devil game/event you wish you would have been there live to see...when the men’s golf team won NCAAs in 1996
What you know now that you wish you knew in high school...cook
Typically, I am in bed and lights are out at...11 p.m.
Last book I read: One about Tiger Woods
Last movie I saw: Voces
What was the first concert you ever attended? Bad Bunny
The most played song on my phone (spotify, ipod, etc.) is: Stand by Me
My favorite month: December
Something I have not done, but I will...jumping from a plane
What is your time of year and why? Summer because we can play a lot of tournaments in very different areas
What three words would you use to describe yourself? Amazing, friendly and hard-worker
If you could be on any game show, which show would you choose? Boom
What is the most useful app you have downloaded? WhatsApp
What is your best childhood memory? Winning Spanish Championship at the age of 11
You have just won the lottery, what is your first purchase? A trackman
What is your favorite sport to watch? Golf and then tennis
What is your favorite food? Pasta or Sushi
What is your favorite restaurant? Japanese
What is your favorite candy? Hearts
What do you miss the most about being a kid? No schedule
What is the hardest thing that you have ever done? Physics
One sentence to describe your family...my family is really nice and friendly
What is a place that you have always wanted to visit? New York
My dream job is: Professional golfer
What is the most exciting event you've been a part of: Spanish Championship from 2018
This is one of my favorite days of the year. We are adding two big-time players to our squad. Welcome Ryggs and David! ???????? pic.twitter.com/wXQb0fDC21
— Matt Thurmond (@MattThurmond) November 14, 2018
Sun Devil Men's Golf Signs Two for 2019 Recruiting Class - https://t.co/gxLsZwliZj | Arizona State University Athletics https://t.co/mXTtvpQfGB
— Sun Devil Men's Golf (@sundevilmgolf) November 15, 2018