About Peter Kostis
Born 1946. Peter Kostis is an American golfer.
Peter Kostis (born December 23, 1947) is an American golf analyst and instructor.
Early life and education Kostis was born and raised in Sanford, Maine. He attended Sanford High School. Kostis then attended The University of New Hampshire on a football scholarship. In 1970, he graduated with a BS in Chemical Engineering.
In 1992, Kostis joined CBS Sports as an on-course reporter and golf analyst. In addition to his CBS duties, he was the lead golf analyst for the USA Network from 1989 to 2004. Kostis, alongside Gary McCord, was not brought back for the 2020 golf broadcast team for CBS.
Personal life In the 1980s, Kostis lived in Falmouth, Maine.
In popular culture Kostis was the instructor who coached Kevin Costner in the film Tin Cup, also appearing as himself in a speaking role.
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Who is Peter Kostis?
Golf instructor, broadcaster
When was Peter Kostis born?
Peter Kostis was born on 23 December 1946 in Sanford.
What is Peter Kostis's occupation?
Peter Kostis is a golfer.
What nationality is Peter Kostis?
Peter Kostis is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Kostis. https://biography.guide/peter-kostis/
MLA: "Peter Kostis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peter-kostis/.
Chicago: "Peter Kostis." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/peter-kostis/.
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