Grew up in England with parents, Phil and Susanne, and older sister, Katie. Father, Phil, is a PGA professional who owns a public driving range where Ben learned to play. Uncle, Max, is also a PGA professional and teaches at the driving range.

Played soccer, ice hockey, rugby, cricket and tennis until he started focusing on golf at age 14.

Enjoys traveling to the Florida Keys where he enjoys being on the water.

Big LSU football fan and his favorite soccer team is Arsenal.

Competed at Nova Southeastern University for two years before transferring to LSU where he would play and graduate. Became the first player to win a NCAA championship at both a D-2 and D-1 school.