Clarence Hackney
Scottish-American golfer (1894–1941)
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Clarence W. Hackney (March 10, 1894 – January 4, 1941) was a Scottish-born professional golfer who played extensively in the United States.
Full nameClarence W. Hackney
BornMarch 10, 1894
Carnoustie, Scotland
DiedJanuary 4, 1941 (aged 46)
Morristown, New Jersey, U.S.
Height5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
| Clarence Hackney | |
|---|---|
Hackney, from a 1921 publication | |
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Clarence W. Hackney |
| Born | March 10, 1894 Carnoustie, Scotland |
| Died | January 4, 1941 (aged 46) Morristown, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Sporting nationality |  Scotland United States |
| Career | |
| Status | Professional |
| Former tour | PGA Tour |
| Professional wins | 9 |
| Number of wins by tour | |
| PGA Tour | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | DNP |
| PGA Championship | T5: 1920 |
| U.S. Open | T8: 1921 |
| The Open Championship | T23: 1921 |
Career
Hackney was born in Carnoustie, Scotland. He emigrated to the United States in 1913 and became a U.S. citizen in 1921.
Hackney was the head professional at the Atlantic City Country Club from 1914 to 1940.[1] Hackney won seven PGA Tour tournaments between 1923 and 1931,[2] including the 1923 Canadian Open.[3]
Hackney died in Morristown, New Jersey, on January 4, 1941.[4]
Professional wins (9)
PGA Tour wins (7)
- 1923 (2) Philadelphia Open Championship, Canadian Open
- 1924 (1) New Jersey State Open
- 1925 (1) New Jersey State Open
- 1926 (1) New Jersey State Open
- 1930 (1) Philadelphia Open Championship
- 1931 (1) Philadelphia Open Championship
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