Mason Howell is 18. He's about to play Masters with 'idol' Rory McIlroy
How will 18-year-old Mason Howell navigate his first Masters and a tee time with Rory McIlroy? His Monday practice round gave us a clue.
golf.comMason Howell is 18 years old.
Here’s a quick synthesis of recent information about his age and recent milestones:
- Born June 28, 2007, in Thomasville, Georgia. This places him at 18 years old as of May 2026.[1][7]
- He won the 2025 U.S. Amateur at the Olympic Club, making him one of the youngest winners in the event’s history, and earned invitations to major championships including the Masters in 2026.[3][4]
- By April 2026, reports noted him as the youngest competitor in the Masters field, underscoring his status as an 18-year-old entering the event.[4][6]
If you’d like, I can pull more specifics (e.g., exact age on a given date, or milestones from a particular publication) and provide direct quotes with citations.