Pat Fletcher

Pat Fletcher was born in 1916 at Clacton on Sea, England and immigrated to Victoria, British Columbia in 1920. Pat Fletcher was a leader in all aspects of professional and amateur golf. As a player, teacher and administrator, his contribution to the sport was outstanding. His playing career was highlighted by several major victories, including the 1952 C.P.G.A. championship and the 1954 Canadian Open. To date, Pat Fletcher remains the last Canadian to win the Open and this achievement remains a challenge to all Canadian golf professionals. During his lifetime, Pat taught amateurs and professionals of all ages and levels of ability.

He is remembered particularly for his contributions to junior golf and to the development of young players. Active in the Canadian Professional Golf Association, he made important strides at both provincial and national levels. Pat was instrumental in the revision of the C.P.G.A. by laws. He established the C.P.G.A. pension plan, a loss of income plan and a life insurance program for his fellow golf professionals. His career continues to serve as a role model for golf professionals everywhere.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  

Assistant Professional

  
Jasper Park Lodge 1935-1936

Assistant Professional

  
Edmonton Mayfair Club 1937-1941

Head Professional

  
Edmonton Golf & Country Club 1942-1943

Head Professional

  
Highland Golf & Country Club 1944-1945

Head Professional

  
Saskatoon Golf & Country Club 1946-1955

Head Professional

  
Royal Montreal Golf Club 1956-1975

MAJOR VICTORIES

  
Saskatchewan Open 1947, 1948, 1951
C.P.G.A. 1952
Canada Cup Team Member 1952-1954
Low Canadian (Canadian Open) 1953
Canadian Open 1954
Quebec Spring Open 1956, 1957
Bermuda Goodwill Pro Championship 1957

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  
President Quebec PGA 1958-1960
President CPGA 1962-1965
Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame 1973
Canadian Sports Hall of Fame 1974
R.C.G.A. Hall of Fame 1975
Quebec Golf Hall of Fame 1998