Alex Smalley's mom tracks his golf stats (and he's the PGA 54-hole leader)
Alex Smalley is currently leading the PGA Championship, thanks in part to the detailed statistical analysis conducted by his mother, Maria Smalley. A former chemist with a Ph.D., she meticulously tracks various aspects of his game to enhance his performance. This support has been instrumental in his recent successes on the golf course.
- ▪Alex Smalley is the leader in the PGA Championship as of May 2026.
- ▪His mother, Maria Smalley, tracks his golf stats in detail to help improve his game.
- ▪Maria Smalley has a Ph.D. in chemistry and previously worked in the field before focusing on her son's golf career.
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