Who is Brittany Lincicome husband?

Who is Brittany Lincicome‘s Husband?

Brittany Lincicome, one of the most accomplished players in LPGA Tour history, is happily married to fellow professional golfer Dewald Gouws. The South African native has been a rock of support throughout Lincicome‘s prolific career.

Brittany Lincicome‘s Standout Golf Career

To understand Brittany Lincicome‘s husband, it helps to know a bit about Lincicome herself. Since joining the LPGA Tour in 2005 at just 19 years old, she has been a dominant force in women‘s golf.

Lincicome has won 8 LPGA tournaments, including two major championships – the 2009 Kraft Nabisco Championship and 2018 ANA Inspiration. She has earned over $11 million in career prize money, ranking fifth all-time on the LPGA career money list.

Some key career highlights for the talented American golfer:

• Youngest player to win a major at the Kraft Nabisco in 2009 (23 years old)
• Reached world #1 ranking in 2010
• Played on the winning 2015, 2017, and 2019 U.S. Solheim Cup teams
• One of only 16 women to complete the career grand slam in professional golf

Lincicome remains a fan favorite and one of the most recognizable faces of women‘s golf thanks to her easy-going personality, big smile, and aggressive style of play.

How Lincicome Met Her Husband Dewald Gouws

Lincicome met Gouws, a professional golfer from South Africa, on the golf course at Blackwolf Run, where she was competing and he was working. The two immediately hit it off over their shared passion for golf.

As Lincicome described in an interview: “We met each other at the U.S. Women’s Open in 2012. He was working on the range. He saw me and I guess he fell in love!”

While a chance meeting at a golf tournament brought them together, their relationship continued to blossom over many rounds of golf. Lincicome found a perfect partner and supporter in Gouws‘ shared devotion to the game.

Dewald Gouws‘ Professional Golf Career

Like his famous wife, Dewald Gouws pursued his own career in professional golf. He turned pro in 2009 after an impressive amateur career in his native South Africa.

Gouws found early success on the Sunshine Tour, a men‘s professional golf tour in Southern Africa. He earned his first professional win at the Southern Cape Classic in 2010.

Throughout his career, Gouws competed in tournaments around the world, including many events in Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. While not as decorated as Lincicome, he has showed plenty of talent and dedication to the game.

Gouws continues to play recreational golf but focuses more time supporting Brittany‘s career and raising their young daughter. But his own career as a pro golfer allows him to relate and be a knowledgeable resource for Lincicome.

Wedding and Early Married Life

After dating for several years, Gouws proposed to Lincicome on Christmas day 2015. The couple tied the knot in an intimate sunset ceremony on December 10, 2016 in Naples, Florida.

Close friends and family attended the wedding to celebrate Lincicome‘s marriage to her best friend and biggest fan. Early in their marriage, the couple split time between Florida and Gouws‘ native South Africa.

Lincicome has gushed about finding the perfect partner in Gouws. She told Golf Channel in 2017: "It’s been so nice to have someone that understands the lifestyle and supports me in everything I do."

Continued Success With Gouws‘ Support

With her husband by her side, Lincicome has achieved some of the biggest successes of her storied LPGA career.

In 2018, she won her first major championship in 9 years at the ANA Inspiration. Lincicome credited Gouws‘ calming presence and advice as a key factor in her second major title.

The following year in 2019, Lincicome accomplished her goal of competing against men on the PGA Tour at the Barbasol Championship. Although she missed the cut, her husband proudly walked all 36 holes to support Brittany‘s historic moment in golf.

Lincicome gave birth to the couple‘s first child in September 2021, a daughter named Emery Reign. Through pregnancy and motherhood, Gouws has continued to be a rock of support.

Gouws the Golf Dad

Gouws embraced fatherhood with their new baby girl Emery. He has been spotted sporting his baby carrier at Brittany‘s tournaments.

In interviews, Lincicome credits her husband‘s devotion as instrumental in balancing her career and motherhood. Gouws even helps out by caddying for Brittany at some LPGA events.

Fans of Brittany hope to continue seeing Gouws as the ultimate golf dad for years to come as Lincicome continues her Hall of Fame career.

Shared Interests Beyond Golf

While golf brought Lincicome and Gouws together, they bonded over many other shared interests as well. Both enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle including activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and working out.

Gouws joins Lincicome at the beach soaking up the Florida sun. They also enjoy relaxing at home with their dogs. Lincicome has said her husband is her perfect partner who is "just easy going and fun to be around."

The couple often travels for golf vacations and recently went on a babymoon before the arrival of their daughter. Lincicome clearly relishes the time with her best friend and soulmate.

Close Ties to Family

Family is very important to Lincicome and Gouws. Brittany remains very close with her parents, especially her dad who fostered her love of golf at a young age. She also has a sister named Dawn who is a professional bass fisher.

Gouws‘ family back in South Africa have embraced Lincicome as one of their own. Early in their marriage, the couple visited his family overseas where Brittany got to experience her husband‘s roots and culture.

The families have merged with lots of loved ones traveling to tournaments to cheer on Brittany and Dewald. Their daughter Emery will surely be surrounded by a large supportive family.

Gouws‘ Background in South Africa

Dewald Gouws was raised in South Africa where he picked up the game of golf at a young age. He was born in Burgersfort and attended school in Pretoria, South Africa.

Gouws had a successful junior and amateur golf career, winning the South African Amateur Championship in 2006. He attended Methodist College on a golf scholarship before turning professional.

Lincicome has embraced her husband‘s South African heritage. She even enjoys cooking some of his favorite traditional meals from South Africa. They also raise their daughter learning about both American and South African cultures and visit his family when possible.

An Unwavering Partnership Anchored in Golf and Life

Brittany Lincicome found the perfect life partner in Dewald Gouws. Beyond their shared passion for golf, Lincicome has described Gouws as her best friend and soulmate. He provides unwavering support through wins, losses, a pregnancy, and raising their baby girl.

Lincicome credits her husband‘s dedication and care as instrumental in her continued success as an elite golfer. Fans appreciate Gouws for tirelessly supporting Brittany‘s career.

At home, they enjoy simple pleasures like their dogs, the outdoors, and quality time together as a family. Lincicome couldn‘t ask for a better teammate both on and off the golf course.