In 1993, Christie got his start in professional golf by qualifying for the 1993 U.S. Open where he finished T-52.

He played on the Nike Tour from 1994 to 1996 winning four times and earned his PGA Tour card as a result of his three victories in 1996, finishing second Stewart Cink on the money list.

Christie played on the PGA Tour from 1997 to 2000; his best finish was a tie for sixth at the Greater Vancouver Open in 1997.

Christie began experiencing debilitating physical ailments beginning in 1998 which curtailed his golfing career.

His teammates at the University of South Carolina included current pros Carl Paulson and Brett Quigley.