Brandon Burris

2003 Boys Co–Golfer of the Year: Brandon BurrisThe Hendersonville Star News - Local Sports
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Brandon Burris
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"It's blue all the way," emphasized Burris."I think my blood is blue."

Burris started his prep career in Goodpasture blue before concluding his high school career as a Blue Devil…and in the fall, he'll become a Blue Raider.

After finishing tied for fourth in the Class AAA State Golf Tournament in October, Burris, a standout at White House High School, has been named The News Examiner's Co-Golfer of the Year.

"I believe I improved," said Burris."I've gotten better every year since my freshman year.

"My putting's not where it needs to be, but I had a pretty good season and was pleased."

Burris played his first two seasons at Goodpasture Christian School, finishing second in the state each year in the Class A-AA field.

However, Burris was forced to sit out the 2002 high school season after transferring to White House.

"I was looking forward to the season even more since I didn't get to play last year," pointed out Burris."I always wanted to win the state, but I made three good runs at it."

Burris may be most well known in the Midstate area for his success in the Tennessean/Metro Parks Schooldays Golf Tournament.Burris won the prestigious event for the third straight year this past summer.

"Schooldays is a great tournament," noted Burris.
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Burris didn't start playing the game until he was 12 years old.

"Dad has played for a long time," explained Burris.
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"I was playing travel baseball at the time, but when I wasn't playing baseball, I was playing golf," said Burris.
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"It's so competitive and different from day to day," pointed out Burris."You get to play with a bunch of people, and you get to travel."I loved all of it."

Burris attributes his competitiveness as having a lot to do with his success thus far.He hopes it continues to be a benefit as he dons the blue of Middle Tennessee State University.

"I don't start playing my best until I'm challenged," noted Burris.