John Cockin

John Cockin (28 January 1939 – 1 January 2024) was an English professional golfer. He won two important events, the Penfold Tournament in 1967 and the Dutch Open in 1968. He played little tournament golf and was primarily a club professional in Sweden, where he lived for more than 60 years.

Early life Cockin started playing golf at age 10 at Springhead Park Golf Club in Hull, where his father and brother were members. Cockin received his first set of golf clubs from his father, who bought them on an auction for one pound.

Professional career In the mid-1950s, he became an assistant professional at the nearby Hull Golf Club where Stan Stenhouse was the professional.

In 1967 and 1968, Cockin was sponsored by a Swedish businessman to play on the British and European circuit.

John Cockin died on 1 January 2024, 27 days before his 85th birthday.

Awards and honors 1980 PGA of Sweden Merit Sign in Gold 1988 Honorary member of PGA of Sweden

Professional wins (8) Important British and European wins (2)

Other wins (6) 1964 Penfold Cup (Sweden) 1966 Dunlop Cup (Sweden) 1973 Liz Cup (Sweden) 1975 Knallecuppen Pro-Am (Borås, Sweden) (with Anders Brandter)