As of his 36th birthday, Joel Dahmen has just a single win on the PGA Tour, but suffice it to say he’s drawn a legion of followers.
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How could he not?
On top of being one of the breakout stars of the Netflix documentary “Full Swing,” Dahmen is known for his consistency on the course, his bucket hat, a self-deprecating style and a comical relationship with his longtime friend and caddie Geno Bonnalie.
The fourth installment of the series provided a detailed look at the death of Dahmen’s mother, his battle with testicular cancer and his lack of belief in his own ability. Producer Chad Mumm knew what he had with Dahmen, proclaiming that the native of Clarkston, Washington, would see an uptick in popularity after the series dropped.
Mumm was right. Dahmen’s traffic on PGA Tour digital channels saw a 2,000% bump soon after. Bonnalie also became a social media darling, with 800% more mentions on Twitter the week after the launch, according to Sports Business Journal.
Here’s a look at the affable golfer, through the years.
Quicken Loans National – Round Three
POTOMAC, MD – JUNE 30: Joel Dahmen smiles as he walks off the 13th hole green…
POTOMAC, MD – JUNE 30: Joel Dahmen smiles as he walks off the 13th hole green during the third round of the Quicken Loans National at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm on June 30, 2018 in Potomac, Maryland. (Photo by Keyur Khamar/PGA TOUR)
PGA: The National – Third Round
Jun 30, 2018; Potomac, MD, USA; Joel Dahmen (L) and Tiger Woods (R), both of the…
Jun 30, 2018; Potomac, MD, USA; Joel Dahmen (L) and Tiger Woods (R), both of the United States, talk while walking to the sixth tee during the third round of The National golf tournament at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
PGA: The Genesis Invitational – Final Round
Joel Dahmen hits from the second hole tee box during the final round of the 2020…
Joel Dahmen hits from the second hole tee box during the final round of the 2020 Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. Photo by Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Joel Dahmen plays his shot from the eighth tee during the first round of the 2020…
Joel Dahmen plays his shot from the eighth tee during the first round of the 2020 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. Photo by Orlando Ramirez/USA TODAY Sports
Syndication: Memphis
Joel Dahmen finishes hole No. 18 with a 5 under par round Saturday during the WGC-FedEx…
Joel Dahmen finishes hole No. 18 with a 5 under par round Saturday during the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational golf tournament at TPC Southwind.
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PGA: Wells Fargo Championship – Final Round
May 5, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Joel Dahmen (USA) reacts after missing a putt on the…
May 5, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Joel Dahmen (USA) reacts after missing a putt on the 15th hole during the final round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow Club. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
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Joel Dahmen tees off on the 9th hole during first round of the 2020 Waste Management…
Joel Dahmen tees off on the 9th hole during first round of the 2020 Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. Photo by Patrick Breen/The Arizona Republic
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Joel Dahmen plays his shot from the ninth tee during the final round of the Corales…
Joel Dahmen plays his shot from the ninth tee during the final round of the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship on March 28, 2021 in Punta Cana, . (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Mickelson and Dahmen
On several occasions, Mickelson helped Dahmen read putts. (David Dusek/Golfweek)
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Joel Dahmen poses with the trophy after winning the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship on…
Joel Dahmen poses with the trophy after winning the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship on March 28, 2021 in Punta Cana. (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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Joel Dahmen reacts after winning the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship on March 28, 2021…
Joel Dahmen reacts after winning the Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship on March 28, 2021 in Punta Cana. (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Shriners Children’s Open – Round Two
Joel Dahmen stands on the first hole during round two of the Shriners Children’s Open at…
Joel Dahmen stands on the first hole during round two of the Shriners Children’s Open at TPC Summerlin on October 08, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images
The RSM Classic – Round Three
Joel Dahmen of the United States plays his shot on the 7th tee during the third…
Joel Dahmen of the United States plays his shot on the 7th tee during the third round of The RSM Classic on the Seaside Course at Sea Island Resort on November 20, 2021 in St Simons Island, Georgia. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
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Joel Dahmen is one of four PGA Tour players who recently took part in an event…
Joel Dahmen is one of four PGA Tour players who recently took part in an event at Butler Pitch and Putt in downtown Austin. The Shorties Classic Match will be aired on Golf Channel this week and will serve as the kickoff event for Tito’s Handmade Vodka’s multi-year partnership with the Tour.
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