Andrew Shaw

Andrew Jenkins Shaw (b. 19 December 1898 - 1983) was a professional golfer from Scotland who played extensively in New Zealand.

Early life In 1898, Shaw was born in Scotland. Shaw learnt his golf at Troon in Scotland.

Career In 1920, Shaw arrived in Christchurch, New Zealand and was a member of Avondale Golf Club. He left in 1921 to take up a professional coaching position at Hamilton Golf Club.

Shaw was a seven-time winner of the New Zealand PGA Championship (1928, 1929, 1931–1934, 1946). He was also a seven-time winner of the New Zealand Open (1926, 1929–1932, 1934, 1936).

Personal life In 1932, it was reported by The Sydney Morning Herald that Shaw was forced to pay "maintenance" to his wife and child to due to "persistent cruelty."

In 1983, Shaw died in New Zealand.

Professional wins (14)

1926 New Zealand Open 1928 New Zealand PGA Championship 1929 New Zealand PGA Championship, New Zealand Open 1930 New Zealand Open 1931 New Zealand PGA Championship, New Zealand Open 1932 New Zealand PGA Championship, New Zealand Open 1933 New Zealand PGA Championship 1934 New Zealand PGA Championship, New Zealand Open 1936 New Zealand Open 1946 New Zealand PGA Championship