John Schroeder

John Lawrence Schroeder (born November 12, 1945) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour and Champions Tour.

Early life and amateur career Schroeder was born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, the son of tennis great Ted Schroeder. He attended the University of Michigan and was a member of the golf team, an All-American in 1968.

Professional career In 1969, Schroeder turned pro. He had thirty-five top-10 finishes in PGA Tour events including a win at the 1973 U.S. Professional Match Play Championship. In the middle of his career, he also had some success in Europe. He led the 1977 Open Championship after the first round and finished in the top-10. His good play in Europe continued the following week at the Swiss Open where he finished runner-up to Seve Ballesteros. He recorded another top-10 at the 1978 Open Championship. At the end of regulation, he finished the 1979 Bay Hill Citrus Classic tied for first place; however, he lost in a playoff to Bob Byman. He recorded T-4 place finish at the 1981 U.S. Open, his best finish ever in a major championship. He did not play full-time on the PGA Tour after the 1982 season. In 2001, Schroeder earned Comeback Player of the Year award for the Champions Tour

Personal life Schroeder lives in Del Mar, California.

Professional wins (3) PGA Tour wins (1)

PGA Tour playoff record (0–1)

Other wins (1) 1981 Rover Open (France)

Senior PGA Tour wins (1)

Senior PGA Tour playoff record (1–1)

Results in major championships

CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" = tied