The **Korn Ferry Tour** is the official developmental golf tour owned and operated by the PGA TOUR, serving as the primary pathway for professional golfers aspiring to compete on the PGA TOUR, the sport’s premier circuit[1][2][4][6]. Established in 1990 originally as the Ben Hogan Tour, it was designed to provide a structured, competitive environment where emerging golf talent could develop and earn PGA TOUR cards based on season-long performance[3]. Over its 30+ years, the Korn Ferry Tour has evolved through several sponsorships and names—Nike Tour, BUY.com Tour, Nationwide Tour, Web.com Tour—before adopting its current title under Korn Ferry, a global organizational consulting firm[3][4][5]. The tour hosts approximately 26 tournaments annually across seven countries, offering players international exposure and a rigorous competitive platform to showcase their skills[1]. The top performers on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List earn coveted PGA TOUR membership cards for the following season, with 30 cards currently awarded—a significant increase from the original five cards at its inception[2][9]. The Korn Ferry Tour Finals, a four-event series, further refines eligibility for PGA TOUR advancement, focusing on the highest-ranked players on the season-long points list[2]. Notably, the tour has been instrumental in the careers of many current PGA TOUR stars, providing a critical stepping stone that teaches players aggressive play and competitive resilience needed at the top level[3]. Its structure offers a clear meritocratic route, supporting players with the necessary competitive experience, mentorship, and visibility to transition successfully to the highest level of professional golf[4]. Korn Ferry’s partnership with the tour reflects their shared mission of unlocking potential, paralleling their global consulting business that emphasizes talent development and organizational performance[4][5]. The tour also contributes positively to local economies, as seen in upcoming events like the 2026 Amarillo, TX tournament, which highlights community engagement and global audience reach