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Janet Anderson

b. 1956

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About Janet Anderson

Born 1956. Janet Anderson is an American golfer.

Janet Anderson (born March 10, 1956) is an American professional golfer.

Career Anderson was born in West Sunbury, Pennsylvania, United States. She attended Slippery Rock State College. Her rookie year on the LPGA Tour was 1978. She achieved her only LPGA Tour victory in 1982 at one of the LPGA majors, the 1982 U.S. Women's Open. She also had her highest finish on the money list that year, placing 13th. Her last season on the tour was 1997.

Personal life Prior to her divorce in January 1983, Anderson played using her married name Janet Alex.

Professional wins LPGA Tour wins (1) LegendLPGA Tour major championships (1)Other LPGA Tour (0)

No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin ofvictoryRunners-up1Jul 25, 1982 U.S. Women's Open−5 (70-73-72-68=283)6 strokes JoAnne Carner, Beth Daniel, Sandra Haynie, Donna White Source:

Major championships Wins (1) YearChampionshipWinning scoreMarginRunners-up 1982 U.S. Women's Open −5 (70-73-72-68=283)6 strokes JoAnne Carner, Beth Daniel, Sandra Haynie, Donna White

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Important facts

Born
10 March 1956, West Sunbury
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Golfer
Nationality
United States
Education
Slippery Rock University
Also known as
Janet Alex

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Janet Anderson?

professional golfer

When was Janet Anderson born?

Janet Anderson was born on 10 March 1956 in West Sunbury.

What is Janet Anderson's occupation?

Janet Anderson is a golfer.

What nationality is Janet Anderson?

Janet Anderson is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Janet Anderson

· Wikidata: Q4935681

· DBpedia: Janet Anderson (golfer)

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Janet Anderson. https://biography.guide/janet-anderson-golfer/

MLA: "Janet Anderson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/janet-anderson-golfer/.

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