Background
Rinker was born in Stuart, Florida.
Rinker was born in Stuart, Florida.
His best year came in 1997, when he finished second twice, and made nearly $500,000.
He played college golf at the University of Alabama and turned professional in 1983 Rinker joined the Professional Golf Association Tour in 1983, but struggled to keep his card. However, his struggles continued, and he has not made a cut on the Professional Golf Association Tour since 1999. He has played on the Nationwide Tour for many years.
In November 2010, he earned his 2011 Champions Tour card by finishing second at qualifying school.
Sister-in-law Kelli, wife of older brother Laine, was also on the LPGA Tour. Rinker is currently the Director of Golf at the Emerald Dunes Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. this list may be incomplete DNP = Did not play CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" = tied.