Kevin Stadler was born on February 5th, 1980 in Nevada, USA. He attended the University of Southern California and turned pro in 2002. He is the son of former US Masters Champion Craig Stadler. He has a strong resemblance to his dad who now plays on the Champions Tour.

Stadler won two events on the Nationwide Tour in 2004 and finished 13th on the money list. In his rookie season on the PGA Tour he finished 168th. He returned to the Nationwide Tour but whilst playing as a guest on the European Tour won the Johnnie Walker Classic to earn a two year exemption.