Randy Glover
American golfer
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Randy Glover (born December 31, 1941) is an American professional golfer. He played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s.
United States| Randy Glover | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Born | December 31, 1941 Sanford, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Sporting nationality | United States |
| Career | |
| College | University of Tennessee |
| Status | Professional |
| Former tour | PGA Tour |
| Professional wins | 12 |
| Number of wins by tour | |
| PGA Tour | 1 |
| Other | 11 |
| Best results in major championships | |
| Masters Tournament | 53rd: 1966 |
| PGA Championship | CUT: 1974, 1975, 1976, 1980 |
| U.S. Open | T19: 1976 |
| The Open Championship | DNP |
Early life and amateur career
In 1941, Glover was born in Sanford, North Carolina. He attended the University of Tennessee.
Professional career
In 1962, turned professional and joined the PGA Tour.[1] Glover played on the PGA Tour between 1962 and 1968, winning once, the 1967 Azalea Open Invitational. He also won the 1965 Utah Open, eight South Carolina Opens[1] and two Carolinas Opens. His best finish in a major is T-19 at the 1976 U.S. Open.[2]
As a senior, Glover won the 1992 Carolina Senior Match Play Championship and the opening event of the 1997 Senior Series at Champions Club in Alpharetta, Georgia.[1]
Glover works as the head professional at Musgrove Mill Golf Club in Clinton, South Carolina.[1]
Personal life
Glover lives in Clinton, South Carolina.
Professional wins (12)
PGA Tour wins (1)
| No. | Date | Tournament | Winning score | Margin of victory | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr 16, 1967 | Azalea Open Invitational | −10 (68-69-67-74=278) | Playoff |  Joe Campbell |
PGA Tour playoff record (1–0)
| No. | Year | Tournament | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1967 | Azalea Open Invitational | Joe Campbell |
Won with birdie on second extra hole |
Source:[3]
Other wins (11)
- 1965 Utah Open
- 1967 Carolinas Open
- 1969 South Carolina Open
- 1970 South Carolina Open
- 1971 South Carolina Open
- 1972 South Carolina Open
- 1973 South Carolina Open
- 1977 South Carolina Open, Carolinas Open
- 1980 South Carolina Open
- 1981 South Carolina Open
U.S. national team appearances
- PGA Cup: 1975 (winners), 1976 (winners), 1980 (winners)