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Jack Rule, Jr.

b. 1938

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About Jack Rule, Jr.

Born 1938. Jack Rule, Jr. is an American golfer.

Jack D. Rule Jr. (born November 13, 1938) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour in the 1960s.

Early life and amateur career Rule was born in Mason City, Iowa and grew up in Waterloo, Iowa. He defeated Jack Nicklaus in the 1956 U.S. Junior Amateur semi-finals but lost to Harlan Stevenson in the finals. He graduated from the University of Iowa.

Professional career In 1961, Rule turned professional.

Rule played sparingly on the Champions Tour from 1989 to 2001, mostly in the U.S. Senior Open.

Awards and honors In 1993, Rule was inducted into the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame.

Amateur wins 1956 National Jaycee Tournament 1958 Waterloo Open Amateur Tournament, Iowa Amateur, Western Junior 1959 Waterloo Open Amateur Tournament, Iowa Amateur

Professional wins (5) PGA Tour wins (2)

Source:

Other wins (3) 1966 Haig & Haig Scotch Foursome (with Sandra Spuzich) 1969 Waterloo Open Golf Classic 1974 Waterloo Open Golf Classic

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Important facts

Born
13 November 1938, Mason City
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Golfer
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Iowa, Waterloo West High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jack Rule, Jr.?

professional golfer

When was Jack Rule, Jr. born?

Jack Rule, Jr. was born on 13 November 1938 in Mason City.

What is Jack Rule, Jr.'s occupation?

Jack Rule, Jr. is a golfer.

What nationality is Jack Rule, Jr.?

Jack Rule, Jr. is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jack Rule, Jr.

· Wikidata: Q16104972

· DBpedia: Jack Rule Jr.

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