Lanto was born in California, but moved to Virginia as a young child
Lanto Maitreya Griffi was born on the 15th of June 1988 in Mount Shasta, California.
He was named after a spiritual master (Lord Lanto) and is very thankful for his balanced upbringing.
Griffin played his college golf at VCU (Virginia Commonwealth University) where he was CAA player of the year in 2009.
Lanto turned professional in 2010 and his career has been one of patience and perseverance. He travelled the world for 7-8 years playing mini-tour events before becoming a consistent performer on the PGA tour in 2019 and collecting a win at the Houston Open.
Lanto Griffi won the 2019 Houston Open with a total score of 274 (-14). Runners up were Scott Harrington and Mark Hubbard 1 shot behind.
He won the 2017 Nashville Golf Open with a total score of 272 (-16). He defeated Abraham Ancer in a playoff.
He won the 2019 Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail Championship with a total score of 273 (-15). He defeated Robby Shelton in a playoff.
The Lanto Griffin Foundation, established in 2021, is a public nonprofit dedicated to uplifting the Roanoke and New River Valley communities. Its mission focuses on supporting families facing devastating or terminal illnesses who lack the financial means to meet their needs. Additionally, the foundation aims to assist disadvantaged youth in excelling in sports, helping them pursue college scholarships. The foundation's primary fundraising event, the Lanto Charity Classic, is held annually at Ballyhack Golf Club..
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