Ash Barty’s son Hayden has taken early steps into golf, with the Brookwater local sharing photos of her two-year-old showing interest in the sport.
Sporting Legacy Continues in Brookwater
Ash Barty’s two-year-old son, Hayden Kissick, is already showing signs of following in his parents’ sporting footsteps. The toddler was recently pictured with his first set of junior golf clubs — a gift from Callaway Golf — in a moment shared by Barty on social media.
Barty, who is closely associated with Brookwater in Queensland, has claimed an amateur golf title at the Brookwater Golf and Country Club. Her continued involvement at the club highlights an enduring connection to the local sporting community.
Background in Elite Sport
Barty retired from professional tennis in March 2022 after holding the world No. 1 ranking. Her transition to golf followed years of success across tennis and a brief stint in professional cricket. She has since maintained involvement in community events and local tournaments.
Her husband, Garry Kissick, is a PGA trainee professional. The couple met in 2016 at the Brookwater Golf Club, and later married in a private ceremony in July 2022. They announced the birth of their first child, Hayden, in July 2023, and welcomed a second child, daughter Jordan, in June 2025.
Photo Credit: Ash Barty/Instagram
Early Interest in Golf
Hayden’s recent photo with a junior golf bag drew widespread attention online, including responses from athletes and fans. The post, which quickly attracted thousands of likes, showed Hayden smiling beside his new clubs.
The early start is unsurprising given the family’s background. Both of Barty’s parents played representative golf for Queensland, and her partner remains active in the sport.
Looking Ahead
With Hayden’s second birthday recently celebrated and a second child welcomed in June 2025, Barty and her family continue to share glimpses of life beyond elite sport. Whether golf becomes Hayden’s path remains to be seen, but his early exposure to the sport reflects the family’s enduring ties to elite competition — and to Brookwater.
Published 26-July-2025
