Bermuda’s golf community celebrated this week as Austin Lemieux, the son of hockey legend Mario Lemieux, took the first steps onto the PGA Tour. The 20‑year‑old earned his card through a rigorous qualifying school and will compete in the upcoming tournament in the United States, marking the first time a member of the famed Lemieux family has entered the world of professional golf.

Lemieux’s debut comes after a season of standout performances on the Korn Ferry Tour, where he demonstrated both power and precision on the greens. While his father’s name is best known on ice, Austin has carved his own path, training at top academies and recording impressive scores in international competitions.

Local Bermudian media noted the significance of the event for the island’s sports scene. Bermudian golf enthusiasts have long admired the intersection of sporting excellence and family tradition, and many see Lemieux’s entry as a beacon for aspiring golfers on the island.

Officials from the Bermuda Golf Association expressed pride in the achievement and emphasized that the island’s own golfers—such as former PGA Tour player Byron Nelson—have paved the way for international success. The community now looks forward to watching Lemieux compete, hoping his journey will inspire the next generation of Bermudian athletes.