PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 30.
His death, reported by his parents as a suicide, was later confirmed by the PGA Tour.
In the wake of this tragic news, fellow golfer and Korn Ferry Tour winner Harry Higgs delivered a poignant speech after his victory on Sunday. He used the moment to encourage a deeper connection among those present.
“I just have a message, so forgive me if things get a little deep,” Higgs began. “We lost one of our own yesterday morning. Grayson was someone who faced many challenges and was open and honest about them. I spent last night thinking about how I could honor him today.”
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Higgs continued, emphasizing the relative insignificance of sports achievements in the broader context of human connection. “This golf stuff, the results—it’s nice, sure, but it’s not what’s most important. What really matters, and what I thought about last night, is the importance of reaching out. I want to challenge everyone here, myself included, to say something kind to someone you love each day. And not just to those you know—try to say something kind to a stranger as well.”
Reflecting on the broader societal challenges, Higgs noted, “The world is a tough place and getting tougher. I’ve been lucky to have great parents and a strong support network, and I haven’t had to face many mental battles. But many people do, and the number is only growing. Each of us has the potential to make a difference, to brighten someone’s day, and that could mean the world to them.”
