Phil Mickelson kicked out of The Farms Golf Club
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- Phil Mickelson was told to leave The Farms Golf Club after the club’s independent investigation concluded he made non‑consensual, inappropriate physical contact with a female employee earlier this spring.
- The Farms Golf Club issued a statement that it provided immediate support to the staff member, conducted a thorough independent investigation, and has since removed Mickelson as a member, refusing further comment to protect privacy.
- San Diego County Sheriff’s Office investigated the allegation and said it found no evidence of an assault, but would continue to investigate if additional evidence is provided.
- Mickelson’s spokesperson said any misunderstanding has been cleared up and that Mickelson remains focused on a family health matter, leaving his return to professional golf uncertain.
- The female employee who reported the incident had her identity withheld and declined to participate in the reporting, according to Golf Digest.
Why it matters: Mickelson loses his long‑standing membership at a prestigious private club, curtailing his access to elite practice facilities and potentially affecting his standing within the golf community, while the club demonstrates a firm stance on staff safety and the sheriff’s findings limit legal exposure.
