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Spencer Levin |

Team: PGA Golfer
Age / DOB:  (28) / 6/15/1984
Ht / Wt:  5'10 / 155
College: University of New Mexico

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Spencer Levin is scheduled to tee it up at the U.S. Open sectional qualifier in Columbus, Ohio, on June 3, according to PGATOUR.com.
This is obviously great news. It was just on April 10 that Levin announced in a Google+ Hangout hosted by the PGA TOUR that he'd take the entire season off to recover from thumb surgery. Today's news included a note that he's going to work in starts on the Web.com Tour beginning in late August. These would be considered rehab starts in advance of the 2013-14 season that begins on Oct. 10. May 22 - 6:11 PM
Source: PGATOUR.com

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Spencer Levin

In a Google+ Hangout hosted by the PGA TOUR today, Spencer Levin stated that he won't return this season.

Early in the chat, Levin was asked about his status as he continues to recover from surgery on his left thumb (detached ligament) in early October of 2012. "Just kind of been rehabbing that; tring to get that healthy," he said. "Should be back by the first tournament next year." Because the TOUR is evolving into a wraparound schedule, which will take some time for everyone to specify the difference between 'season' and 'year,' we'll pencil Levin in for the Frys.com Open on Oct. 10-13, 2013, which constitutes the start of next 'season.' His decision to sit out the entire year aligns with what his agent, Kevin Canning, said in early January. So, if you haven't already, it's time to set Levin free.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Apr 10 - 6:25 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin is not listed in the published field of next week's AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

While he teased us with an official commitment to this week's stop in Scottsdale before withdrawing early, the more relevant site for a potential return was at Pebble Beach. Alas, now that he won't compete in the tournament and with multiple stories citing that he'd probably sit out the entire year to begin 2013-14 anew with a full allotment of starts on a Major Medical Extension, it's reasonable to assume that this is his first option. Even if full-season gamers set him free, another owner is unlikely to pounce due to the fact that we've cleared this benchmark in his timetable. Levin would have to reverse his plan of attack to warrant ownership, and there haven't been any viable signs of that happening.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Feb 1 - 8:26 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin has been removed from the published field of this week's Waste Management Phoenix Open.

When the field was released on Friday, he was at the top of the list of probables to pull out. While we relayed to you earlier this month that Levin may consider taking the entire year off to allow his surgically repaired left thumb to heal and start a season anew with a full allotment of starts via a Major Medical Extension, a new article at the Elk Grove Citizen on Jan. 17 cites that Levin's uncle, Bob, said that Spencer would, indeed, sit out the season. However, it's possible that Bob was merely reiterating one of Spencer's options. Stay tuned.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Jan 28 - 1:34 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin is listed in the published field of next week's Waste Management Phoenix Open.

This is a surprise. We weren't expecting to see him commit to an event until Pebble Beach in two weeks. Of course, nothing matters until he sticks his peg in the ground on Thursday, but today's news is better than the alternative. Remember that he's taken additional time to recover from surgery on his left thumb and just might scrap the entire season if he can't give it a go.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Jan 25 - 9:54 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin is eyeing the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am to return to competition, but he may not play at all during the 2013 season.

In an interview with The Sacramento Bee, Levin's agent, Kevin Canning said that if his client isn't completely ready to go by Feb. 7, Levin might sit out the entire year due to the compressed schedule. Simply, with fewer tournaments, there's incentive to rest and heal and start 2013-14 anew with a medical extension. Levin, who is fully exempt for 2013, has been sidelined since having surgery to repair a detached ligament in his left thumb in early October. "He's able to play, Canning said, "and there's not a lot of discomfort, but (the thumb) is stiff and he's noticed a little weakness in it. He's flinching at impact and doesn't really trust it. Playing back-to-back (days) has been a problem, too." The obvious advice here is to wait it out.
Source: The Sacramento Bee
Jan 9 - 11:02 AM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin is not listed in the published field of next week's Sony Open in Hawaii.

When details about the surgery he had on his left thumb in October surfaced, the expectation was that Levin would be ready to compete at Waialae. Since returns from injury are often rescheduled, there's no alarm about his choice not to make the trip, but it doesn't relieve any concern for owners that drafted him over the holidays. Stay tuned.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Jan 4 - 10:25 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin somewhat famously coughed up a big lead at the Waste Management Phoenix Open before having his life changed later in 2012 due to the loss of his brother and suffering through a thumb injury that required surgery.

Levin has become familiar with putting himself in the mix of late, finishing third at the 2012 Phoenix Open and losing in a playoff at the 2011 Mayakoba Golf Classic. We will now have to see how he handles his return from an injury, as well as his ability to deal with the grief over his late brother. He's statistically weak, with the exception of a strong putter.
Sun, Dec 16, 2012 10:57:00 AM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin is expected to return to competition at the Sony Open on Jan. 10.

PGATOUR.com reported that the ulnar collateral ligament on Levin's left thumb detached on Sept. 17 in his hometown of Sacramento. "It was a weird deal," Levin said. "I was just playing golf with my buddies and hit a shot and felt something pop in between my wrist and thumb. After seeing Dr. [Stephen] Shin [at the KerlanJobe Clinic in Los Angeles], I elected to have surgery so I can be back for the start of the 2013 FedExCup season." The 28-year-old has averaged over 28.25 starts per year in four seasons on the PGA TOUR. That's a considerable split that figures to drop in 2013, not only because he'll likely take it easy after this injury, but the schedule ends with the TOUR Championship, so there are simply fewer chances to tee it up. Nevertheless, Levin's opportunity to take a few months off due to the injury isn't necessarily a bad thing, and it occurred at a great time for gamers.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Thu, Oct 11, 2012 03:06:00 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin will miss the remainder of the season after having surgery to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb on Tuesday.

According to an article in The Sacramento Bee, Levin, who wields a belly putter, sustained the freak injury during putting practice three weeks ago. He and his father, Don, sought out three opinions for treatment. "One guy said more rest, two guys said surgery," Don said. Spencer is expected to be able to start hitting balls again in early December. At 62nd on the PGA TOUR money list, he does not need to worry about his status. Levin missed The Barclays and withdrew after one round of the Deutsche Bank Championship due to the sudden death of his step-brother.
Source: The Sacramento Bee
Wed, Oct 10, 2012 08:04:00 AM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin withdrew from the Deutsche Bank Championship following his opening round, citing personal reasons.

Given what he and his family has endured the last two weeks, his decision to end his week early is not a surprise. Sometimes golfers return from tragedy inspired, but everyone reacts differently. Since Levin ranked 66th in the FedExCup entering the week, he will not survive and advance to next week's BMW Championship. Therefore, his postseason is now over.
Source: PGA TOUR Media on Twitter
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 06:26:00 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin signed for a 9-over-par 39-41=80 following his opening round of the Deutsche Bank Championship.

Levin erased two birdies with seven bogeys and two doubles, but the score is unimportant. He sat out the last two weeks due to the sudden death of his step-brother, Blake Wiklund, who was found alone in his apartment in Sacramento. "It’s one of those things, it’s just hard to believe," Levin said earlier this week. "It’s crazy man, hard to believe. ... We haven’t got the autopsy back. A lot of unanswered questions, we’re kind of waiting on it. They found him and there was no trauma, no broken bones, nothing, so we don’t know what really happened yet." Levin's decision to return this week was one that he said he didn't make alone. "I was thinking about playing this weekend and I just figured he would have wanted me to play. I hadn’t played any golf at home last week and just wanted to get out of the house and try to get away for a little bit and clear my head. I know it’s going to be hard because I think about him all the time."
Source: GolfChannel.com
Fri, Aug 31, 2012 05:09:00 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin has been removed from the published field of this week's Barclays.

Levin withdrew early from the Wyndham Championship as well. The PGA TOUR's media department alerted its followers on Twitter that he's with his family due to the death of his brother: "From Kevin Canning, The Legacy Agency: 'Spencer Levin has withdrawn from The Barclays due to sudden passing of his brother Blake. The Levin family is touched by and appreciative of the ongoing support they have received. Spencer will be returning to the PGA TOUR as soon as time and family will allow.'" Spencer Levin is currently 45th in FedExCup points. Next week's Deutsche Bank Championship is a scheduled Friday start (Aug. 31).
Source: PGATOUR.com
Mon, Aug 20, 2012 03:32:00 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin has been removed from the published field of this week's Wyndham Championship.

Levin has been in a tailspin lately with no top 35s among three paydays in his last eight starts. He's 42nd in FedExCup points, so he's in great position entering the Playoffs, but he's been a disappointment to his fantasy owners since a T4 at the Memorial.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Tue, Aug 14, 2012 01:23:00 PM
Spencer Levin

Spencer Levin has been removed from the published field of this week's True South Classic.

He's made only one start at Annandale, missing the cut in 2010. He finished T36 at the John Deere Classic and sits 35th in FedExCup points.
Source: PGATOUR.com
Mon, Jul 16, 2012 09:43:00 AM