Editorial : What Champions Eat
Breaking Down Scottie's Champion Menu
at the 2025 Masters
4 min read
April 10, 2025
gymii. takeaway:
The Masters Champions Dinner reminds us that nutrition isn't just about macros and meal timing - it's about the stories our food tells. Scheffler's menu demonstrates how elite athletes can maintain their connection to tradition while performing at the highest level. Whether you're playing for a green jacket or working toward your personal fitness goals, finding this balance between performance nutrition and personal heritage can make your journey more sustainable and enjoyable.
The next time you're logging your meals in gymii., remember: every plate tells a story. What's yours?
It's that time of the year again…
Every year during Masters week, a unique tradition unfolds in Augusta National's clubhouse. The Masters Champions Dinner, first initiated by Ben Hogan in 1952, sees past champions gather for an intimate dinner where the previous year's winner selects the menu. This year, defending champion Scottie Scheffler's menu tells us something fascinating about the intersection of elite performance and personal heritage.
The Story Behind the Meal
The Story Behind the Meal
The Story Behind the Meal
At just 28, Scheffler has already hosted this prestigious dinner twice. His 2025 menu reads like a culinary journey through his Dallas roots. The "Scottie-Style" sliders - his signature move of stacking crispy french fries right on top of the burger - isn't just a casual addition. It's a taste of home that dates back to his high school days in Dallas, where he'd perfect this stack after practice rounds. The menu extends deeper into family tradition with "Papa Scheff's" signature meatballs, a dish his father Scott mastered during Scottie's childhood years.
At just 28, Scheffler has already hosted this prestigious dinner twice. His 2025 menu reads like a culinary journey through his Dallas roots. The "Scottie-Style" sliders - his signature move of stacking crispy french fries right on top of the burger - isn't just a casual addition. It's a taste of home that dates back to his high school days in Dallas, where he'd perfect this stack after practice rounds. The menu extends deeper into family tradition with "Papa Scheff's" signature meatballs, a dish his father Scott mastered during Scottie's childhood years.
At just 28, Scheffler has already hosted this prestigious dinner twice. His 2025 menu reads like a culinary journey through his Dallas roots. The "Scottie-Style" sliders - his signature move of stacking crispy french fries right on top of the burger - isn't just a casual addition. It's a taste of home that dates back to his high school days in Dallas, where he'd perfect this stack after practice rounds. The menu extends deeper into family tradition with "Papa Scheff's" signature meatballs, a dish his father Scott mastered during Scottie's childhood years.
A Texas Tale at Augusta
A Texas Tale at Augusta
A Texas Tale at Augusta
Perhaps what makes this menu especially compelling is how it weaves together Scheffler's Dallas heritage. The Texas-style chili comes from his longtime coach Randy Smith, who has been with him since his junior golf days in Dallas. Even as the World #1 who's spent 134 consecutive weeks at the top of rankings, Scheffler hasn't forgotten his Texas roots. From the wood-fired cowboy ribeye to the spice-forward firecracker shrimp, each dish tells a story of his journey from a Dallas golf prodigy to Masters champion.
Perhaps what makes this menu especially compelling is how it weaves together Scheffler's Dallas heritage. The Texas-style chili comes from his longtime coach Randy Smith, who has been with him since his junior golf days in Dallas. Even as the World #1 who's spent 134 consecutive weeks at the top of rankings, Scheffler hasn't forgotten his Texas roots. From the wood-fired cowboy ribeye to the spice-forward firecracker shrimp, each dish tells a story of his journey from a Dallas golf prodigy to Masters champion.
Perhaps what makes this menu especially compelling is how it weaves together Scheffler's Dallas heritage. The Texas-style chili comes from his longtime coach Randy Smith, who has been with him since his junior golf days in Dallas. Even as the World #1 who's spent 134 consecutive weeks at the top of rankings, Scheffler hasn't forgotten his Texas roots. From the wood-fired cowboy ribeye to the spice-forward firecracker shrimp, each dish tells a story of his journey from a Dallas golf prodigy to Masters champion.
From Christmas Crisis to Champions Table
From Christmas Crisis to Champions Table
From Christmas Crisis to Champions Table
In a delightful twist of culinary redemption, Scheffler included meatball and ravioli bites on this year's menu - a bold choice considering his Christmas Day kitchen incident that required hand surgery. It's a reminder that even the world's top athletes face setbacks in the kitchen (they're just like us!).
In a delightful twist of culinary redemption, Scheffler included meatball and ravioli bites on this year's menu - a bold choice considering his Christmas Day kitchen incident that required hand surgery. It's a reminder that even the world's top athletes face setbacks in the kitchen (they're just like us!).
In a delightful twist of culinary redemption, Scheffler included meatball and ravioli bites on this year's menu - a bold choice considering his Christmas Day kitchen incident that required hand surgery. It's a reminder that even the world's top athletes face setbacks in the kitchen (they're just like us!).
The Performance Plate Perspective
The Performance Plate Perspective
The Performance Plate Perspective
While the Champions Dinner is steeped in tradition, it's fascinating to see how modern athletes like Scheffler balance nostalgia with performance nutrition. The menu offers thoughtful alternatives - like the option between a wood-fired cowboy ribeye and blackened redfish - showing how elite athletes can honor tradition while maintaining their nutritional needs.
While the Champions Dinner is steeped in tradition, it's fascinating to see how modern athletes like Scheffler balance nostalgia with performance nutrition. The menu offers thoughtful alternatives - like the option between a wood-fired cowboy ribeye and blackened redfish - showing how elite athletes can honor tradition while maintaining their nutritional needs.
While the Champions Dinner is steeped in tradition, it's fascinating to see how modern athletes like Scheffler balance nostalgia with performance nutrition. The menu offers thoughtful alternatives - like the option between a wood-fired cowboy ribeye and blackened redfish - showing how elite athletes can honor tradition while maintaining their nutritional needs.
Beyond the Green Jacket
Beyond the Green Jacket
Beyond the Green Jacket
What makes this menu particularly interesting is how it reflects Scheffler's approach to balance. From being world #1 to becoming a new father and maintaining his hometown connections, Scheffler demonstrates that success and performance nutrition at the highest level doesn't mean abandoning your roots or your emotional ties to certain foods.
What makes this menu particularly interesting is how it reflects Scheffler's approach to balance. From being world #1 to becoming a new father and maintaining his hometown connections, Scheffler demonstrates that success and performance nutrition at the highest level doesn't mean abandoning your roots or your emotional ties to certain foods.
What makes this menu particularly interesting is how it reflects Scheffler's approach to balance. From being world #1 to becoming a new father and maintaining his hometown connections, Scheffler demonstrates that success and performance nutrition at the highest level doesn't mean abandoning your roots or your emotional ties to certain foods.
Disclaimer: This editorial is for informational purposes only. Scottie Scheffler, Augusta National Golf Club, and the Masters Tournament are not affiliated with gymii.
Disclaimer: This editorial is for informational purposes only. Scottie Scheffler, Augusta National Golf Club, and the Masters Tournament are not affiliated with gymii.
Disclaimer: This editorial is for informational purposes only. Scottie Scheffler, Augusta National Golf Club, and the Masters Tournament are not affiliated with gymii.
