Age: 85
Babe Hiskey
Age: 85
Bryant "Babe" Hiskey (born November 21, 1938) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour and the Champions Tour.
Hiskey was born in Burley, Idaho. He won the Idaho Amateur three times. He attended the University of Houston and was a member of the golf team. He turned professional in 1961.
In 1970, Hiskey won the Sahara Invitational by one stroke over Miller Barber, Terry Dill and Bob Goalby.
After turning 50, Hiskey played on the Senior PGA Tour (now Champions Tour). His best finish was second place at the 1995 First of America Classic.
Hiskey's brother, Jim and his nephew, Paul are also professional golfers. After retiring as a touring professional, he worked as a golf course architect. His designs include Highland Golf Course in Pocatello, Idaho. He lives in Galveston, Texas.
Amateur wins
- 1956 Idaho Amateur
- 1960 Idaho Amateur
- 1961 Idaho Amateur
Professional wins
PGA Tour wins (3)
No. | Date | Tournament | Winning score | Margin of victory | Runner(s)-up |
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1 | Nov 28, 1965 | Cajun Classic Open Invitational | −13 (68-69-71-67=275) | Playoff | Dudley Wysong |
2 | Nov 1, 1970 | Sahara Invitational | −12 (70-70-65-71=276) | 1 stroke | Miller Barber, Terry Dill, Bob Goalby |
3 | Jul 30, 1972 | National Team Championship (with Kermit Zarley) |
−22 (67-63-66-66=262) | 3 strokes | Grier Jones & Johnny Miller |
PGA Tour playoff record (1-0)
No. | Year | Tournament | Opponent | Result |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1965 | Cajun Classic Open Invitational | Dudley Wysong | Won with birdie on second extra hole |
Other wins
- 1962 Oklahoma Open
- 1970 Southern Texas PGA Championship
- 1983 Southern Texas PGA Championship