Dunlap finished the year in the FedEx Cup playoffs and comes to the American Express ranked 32nd in the world. At the Sony Open in Hawaii last week, Dunlap tied for 10th. For Dunlap, returning to the scene of his breakthrough victory means reliving old memories.

The PGA Tour is rolling into California for The American Express this week. Last season, amateur Nick Dunlap won his first professional event in a history-making appearance. N0w, 17-year-old Blades Brown makes his professional debut looking to make similar history.

For any player that wins on the PGA Tour, returning the next year to defend your title is a special endeavor. For Nick Dunlap, it goes even further. By returning to La Quinta, Calif.