Bertie Snowball
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Bertie Snowball (7 May 1887 ā 9 May 1915) was an English professional golfer who played in the early 20th century. He was at his peak as a player from 1904 to 1908 but was still competitive as late as 1914. He was killed in 1915 during World War I.
Bertie Snowball | |
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Personal information | |
Born | (1887-05-07)7 May 1887 Baildon, Yorkshire, England |
Died | 9 May 1915(1915-05-09) (aged 28) Aubers Ridge, near Neuve-Chapelle, France |
Sporting nationality | England |
Spouse | Maria Cox |
Children | 3 |
Career | |
Status | Professional |
Best results in major championships | |
Masters Tournament | DNP |
PGA Championship | DNP |
U.S. Open | DNP |
The Open Championship | T38: 1906 |
During his short career he was a professional in all four Home Nations, being connected with Bradford, Scarborough Town, Blankney, Royal Portrush, Portmarnock, Scarborough North Cliff, and Criccieth before moving finally to Carnoustie. He was runner-up in the Leeds Cup, twice made the cut in the Open Championship, twice qualified for the final stages of the News of the World Match Play, was twice runner-up in the Irish Professional Championship and was good enough to beat Harry Vardon in a match in 1905,[1] before his 18th birthday.