The 15-year-old golf prodigy from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Miles Russell, acknowledges his parents, Joe and Kelli Russell, for all the sacrifices they’ve made to help in his athletic career.
The budding golf player, Miles Russell, is making waves in the golfing world. His impressive achievements at such a young age include a debut at the Korn Ferry Tour and a PGA Tour appearance.
And behind all these milestones, Miles Russell had his parents back.
Miles’s love and passion for golf began at an early age, i.e., at the age of two, all thanks to his father, Joe, and his grandfather, Ron Hipp, who introduced him to the game.
His father Joe’s part in his life has been particularly influential. He gave his all to help him in all ways. Joe took Miles to the golf course and encouraged him to practice.
According to Joe, although he ignited Miles’s love for the game, he didn’t push him to play the sport. It was Miles who showed an interest in golf early on.
Miles often stayed with his father while watching Golf Central, rather than watching cartoons. His father, Joe, said:
I never had to push him into it. He’s played other sports like T-ball and travel soccer, but golf is going to be the sport he sticks with.
Likewise, his mother, Kelli Russell, has also played a vital role in his golfing journey.
Miles Russell’s Mother, Kelli, Is a Licensed Real Estate Advisor!
Kelli Russell is a licensed real estate advisor at Engel & Völkers in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, with over 14 years of experience in the real estate industry.
She has been working at Engel & Völkers since June 2023. Before that, she had been working at Keller Williams as a Licensed Real Estate Professional.
Before transitioning to real estate, Kelli worked as an elementary school teacher for several years in St. Johns County District Schools.
Her passion for helping people led her to shift careers, and she now enjoys assisting families with the home-buying and selling process.
Kelli has helped over 200 families find or sell their homes and is committed to growing that number with referrals.
She also became a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator with AMDC Solutions.
Kelli earned a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and teaching from the University of North Florida.
Miles Russell Credits His Parents For His Budding Successful Career!
The growing golfer, Miles, often acknowledges his parents’ encouragement, especially when he’s competing in significant events.
In fact, Miles has always been vocal about the importance of his parents in his life.
He often mentions how his parents made practicing enjoyable and how they have always been by his side through every milestone.
“They always made sure I was having fun while practicing and kept me focused on what’s important,” Miles shared in one of his interviews.
Joe Russell recalled moments when Miles would show an impressive understanding of the game, even at a young age.
“I would have to tell him it’s time to go home, and sometimes I’d start walking to the car and hope he got the hint,” Joe said.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Miles Russell has two siblings, brother Caleb and sister Josie Russell.
- In 2024, as a freshman in high school, Miles became the youngest player ever to cut the Korn Ferry Tour. He tied for 20th place at the LECOM Suncoast Classic.
