8 Rising Golf Influencers You Should Know in 2026

Golf creator media keeps getting more professional, more measurable, and more tied to real tournament ecosystems. These eight names are showing up in bigger creator events, leveling up production, and building repeatable formats that brands can plug into without forcing the content to feel like an ad.

2026 Watchlist, built for real campaigns

This list leans toward creators with tangible 2025 to 2026 momentum signals: major creator event selection, repeatable series formats, and brand-ready production that still feels native to golf content.

Brand lens: measurable formats Creator lens: protect your rights Deal lens: clarity beats hype

Tip: If you plan to run whitelisting or paid amplification, price it separately from the base deliverables and write the scope in plain English.

Fast brand snapshot (tap a name to jump to details)

Rank	Creator	Lane	Best brand fits	Activation that usually works
1️⃣	Gabby Golf Girl	Gen Z golfTrick shotsEvent visibility	Equipment, wearables, youth golf programs, lifestyle brands that want clean creative	Short-form series with a repeating signature move plus one simple CTA
2️⃣	Daniel Saloner	Short gameSkill proofHigh trust	Training aids, wedges, grips, practice tech, coaching apps	Before/after test with one drill, one metric, one takeaway
3️⃣	Sabrina Andolpho	Match playSeries contentHigh watch time	Apparel, golf travel, balls, accessories, mainstream consumer brands	Winner takes X match with sponsor as the rule or prize
4️⃣	Cailyn Henderson	Women’s golfDistanceRelatable	Women’s golf gear, fitness, ball and club fitting, range tech	Range-to-course episode: build a shot, then use it under pressure
5️⃣	Brad Dalke	Elite skillCreator eventsCompetitive	Premium equipment, performance apparel, events	High-stakes nine holes, minimal scripting, sponsor as constraint
6️⃣	Claire Hogle	Lifestyle + golfCollabsSponsor-safe	Apparel, travel, accessories, mid-priced equipment, consumer apps	Collab format with one product truth and a clean CTA
7️⃣	Aimee Cho	InstructionSimple teachingRepeatable	Training aids, lessons platforms, indoor simulators, practice products	One concept lesson, then an on-course proof clip
8️⃣	Mac Boucher	Trick shotsHigh shareSpectacle	Ball brands, events, experiences, sponsors seeking viral moments	3-shot sequence: setup, impossible shot, replay with product tie-in

How to use: shortlist 2 creators per campaign goal. Send each a one-page brief. Lock usage rights and paid amplification scope before creative starts.

1️⃣

Gabby Golf Girl (Gabriella DeGasperis)

A fast-rising youth creator who blends real golf ability with trick-shot energy and brand-ready short-form. Her visibility in major creator events is a key 2026 signal.

Lane: Gen Z golf Signal: Event-stage momentum Deal reality: Rights need clarity

Best fits

Equipment, wearables, range tech, youth golf programs, lifestyle brands that want clean creative
Campaigns optimized for awareness plus a light CTA, not heavy landing page homework

Brand-friendly content format

A repeating signature challenge that can run as a 3 to 6 post mini-series, each with one clear visual hook.

Deal notes

Spell out usage rights and paid usage scope. If the brand wants whitelisting, treat it as a separate add-on with a defined term and spend cap.

Official: Instagram

2️⃣

Daniel Saloner (Short Game King)

Short-game specialist with a measurable, repeatable teaching style. A strong 2026 signal is his presence inside the creator event ecosystem after winning a qualifier spot.

Lane: Short game Signal: Skill proof and trust Deal reality: Metrics-first content

Best fits

Training aids, wedges, grips, practice platforms, coaching and swing apps
Brands that want one drill, one takeaway, one measurable improvement

Brand-friendly content format

Before/after short-game test: define a miss pattern, run the drill, show the result under pressure on course.

Deal notes

Avoid over-scripting. Keep claims realistic. Clarify review rights, clip rights, and whether ads can use his footage.

Official: Instagram

3️⃣

Sabrina Andolpho

Match-play energy and series storytelling. A clear 2026 signal is her selection into major creator fields tied to tournament-week content programming.

Lane: Competitive match content Signal: Series-friendly formats Deal reality: Keep the CTA simple

Best fits

Apparel, accessories, balls, travel partners, mainstream consumer brands
Brands that want watch time and repeat impressions without heavy product explanation

Brand-friendly content format

Winner takes X match where the sponsor becomes the rule, the prize, or the constraint that shapes decisions.

Deal notes

Lock the posting window and deliverables, then add a separate paid usage and whitelisting term if needed.

Official: YouTube

4️⃣

Cailyn Henderson

A rising women’s-golf creator with strong distance and a straightforward practice-to-play arc. Creator-event qualifier visibility is a meaningful 2026 momentum flag.

Lane: Women’s golf Signal: Competitive credibility Deal reality: Turnaround clarity

Best fits

Women’s gear, fitting ecosystems, balls, training aids, range tech
Brands that want practical product use, not over-produced commercials

Brand-friendly content format

Range-to-course episode: build one shot shape, then test it in a real on-course moment with one clear takeaway.

Deal notes

If the brand needs whitelisting, define term, spend cap, creative approvals, and who pays for edits.

Official: YouTube

5️⃣

Brad Dalke

Elite skill with creator-first storytelling. A strong 2026 momentum signal is recurring presence and wins inside creator tournament formats that pull large golf audiences.

Lane: High-skill competition Signal: Big-stage creator events Deal reality: Keep it authentic

Best fits

Premium equipment, performance apparel, golf travel, events
Sponsors that want proof under pressure instead of scripted claims

Brand-friendly content format

High-stakes nine holes with a clean sponsor constraint: one club, one ball, one rule, or one shot requirement.

Deal notes

Separate base deliverables from paid usage. If you want paid amplification, define cutdowns, formats, and who owns the final ad edits.

Official: Instagram

6️⃣

Claire Hogle

Golf plus lifestyle packaging that stays sponsor-friendly, with a strong collaboration network. She fits brands that want polish without losing personality.

Lane: Lifestyle + golf Signal: Collab gravity Deal reality: Rights language matters

Best fits

Apparel, travel, accessories, mid-priced equipment, consumer apps
Campaigns built around vibe, trust, and a simple CTA

Brand-friendly content format

One strong product truth plus a quick real-round moment. Keep the funnel simple with one landing page.

Deal notes

If the brand wants repurposing, define term, channels, and whether edits can change meaning. Do not leave it open-ended.

Official: YouTube

7️⃣

Aimee Cho (Golf With Aimee)

Instruction creator with a clear make-it-simple teaching style that brands can integrate into without breaking trust.

Lane: Instruction Signal: Repeatable teaching hooks Deal reality: Claims need restraint

Best fits

Training aids, simulators, practice platforms, lessons and coaching products
Brands that want a teach-then-prove structure

Brand-friendly content format

One concept lesson, then a quick on-course clip showing how it changes a real shot decision.

Deal notes

Be conservative with promises. If the product impacts performance, frame it as guidance and personal results, not guarantees.

Official: Instagram

8️⃣

Mac Boucher

Trick-shot specialist built for high-share moments. Great fit when the sponsor wants a visual hook that lands in the first 2 seconds.

Lane: Trick shots Signal: Shareable spectacle Deal reality: Define repeat takes

Best fits

Ball brands, ranges, events, experiences, equipment with a visual story
Sponsors who can win with one unforgettable moment and a light CTA

Brand-friendly content format

3-beat structure: setup, impossible shot, replay. Sponsor tie-in lives in the setup and payoff, not a long mid-roll.

Deal notes

If the brand needs multiple perfect results, define how many attempts are included and what counts as success.

Official: Instagram