Bill Garrett

William Frank Garrett (September 6, 1940 – February 25, 2010) was an American professional golfer. He played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s.

Early life In 1940, Garrett was born in Amarillo, Texas.

At North Texas State University in Denton, Texas, he was captain of the golf team and went to the NCAA semi-finals his senior year. In 1962, he graduated from North Texas.

Garrett played a few times in Europe. His best finish in a major was a tied 47th at the 1975 Open Championship at Carnoustie Golf Links, Scotland. Garrett came back the following year to the 1976 Open Championship and made the cut again, finishing in a tie for 48th. The week after, he played the Scandinavian Enterprise Open, a regular event on the European Tour, where he shot a new 8-under-par course record 64 at Drottningholm G.C. in the third round. The record round advanced Garrett from a T-49th to joint third. He finished in a tie for 4th despite being bothered by a back injury.

Senior career As a senior golfer, Garrett played in the PGA Senior Club Professional Championship several times, finishing third in 1993, second in 1994 and tied third in 1995.

Garrett earned a living as a senior club professional after his days as a touring professional were over. He worked for Ping Golf Club Manufacturing for 30 years and was selected Salesman of the Year in 1995. He also received a Distinguished Service Award from the North Texas PGA in 2003.

Personal life In 1962, he married Judy. They remained married to his death.

Other wins (2) 1975 Arizona Open 1985 Arizona Open