Alex Smalley
Duke University alum with a 3.6 GPA in Environmental Sciences who holds Blue Devils program records for career scoring average (71.32), under-par rounds (67), and rounds in the 60s (37). A 2019 Walker Cup team member, Smalley has notched 12 top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour including two runner-up results. Currently gaming PING's unreleased S259 prototype irons — generating enough buzz in equipment circles to have GolfWRX forum members begging PING to release them to retail.
About Alex Smalley
Alex Smalley is a US professional golfer. competing on the PGA Tour. Currently ranked #119 in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR). Alex Smalley uses a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5°) driver, PING S259 Irons irons, and a PING PLD Mallet Putter putter. Equipment brand partnerships include PING.
Current WITB
As spotted at the 2026 WM Phoenix Open in February 2026
Bag Breakdown
6 clubs from 1 brand in the bag
Equipment Context
Equipment Q&A
Alex Smalley uses a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5°). The driver is typically chosen for its combination of distance, forgiveness, and workability to suit the player's swing.
Alex Smalley uses a PING PLD Mallet Putter. Putter choice is highly personal among tour professionals, often staying with the same model for years.
Alex Smalley uses PING S259 Irons. Iron selection on tour varies between players who prefer blades for workability and those who choose cavity backs for added forgiveness.
As of February 2026, Alex Smalley's bag includes a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5°), PING PLD Mallet Putter putter. Professional golfers typically update their equipment throughout the season based on performance and new releases.
Alex Smalley is sponsored by PING. From their sponsors, they use: Ping G440 Max Driver, PING G440 Max Fairway, PING G440 Max Fairway, PING S259 Irons and 2 more clubs.