Wikipedia / Jimmy Hines
Wikipedia / Jimmy Hines
James J. Hines (December 29, 1903 – May 11, 1986) was an American professional golfer.
Career
In 1903, Hines was born in Mineola, New York.
In 1920, Hines "got his start" at Wheatley Hills Golf Club. Four years later, he got a job as assistant professional at Hempstead Golf Club. He worked there for eight years. Later, he worked as professional at Timber Point and Garden City. On October 26, 1937, Hines became the new professional at Lakeville Golf Club.
Hines won nine times on the PGA Tour and was selected to the 1939 Ryder Cup team but the event was cancelled due to World War II.
On the 13th hole at the 1938 PGA tournament, his chip shot hit opponent Sam Snead's ball, sending both into the cup. A birdie two was awarded to both players, who were tied at that point. Snead wound up beating Hines by one stroke.
In 1986, Hines died in Monterey, California.
Professional wins (14)
PGA Tour wins (9)
1933 (1) Glens Falls Open
1935 (1) St. Augustine Pro-Amateur
1936 (3) Riverside Open, Los Angeles Open, Glens Falls Open
1937 (2) Metropolitan Open, Glens Falls Open
1938 (1) Metropolitan Open
1945 (1) Tacoma Open
Source:
Other wins (5)
1935 Long Island Open
1941 Long Island PGA Championship
1949 Arizona Open
Results in major championships
NYF = tournament not yet founded NT = no tournament CUT = missed the half-way cut R64, R32, R16, QF, SF = round in which player lost in PGA Championship match play "T" = tied
Summary
Most consecutive cuts made – 25 (1935 PGA – 1948 PGA)
Longest streak of top-10s – 4 (1933 PGA – 1935 Masters)
References
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