Yardage Book Yarns

Col Johnston - Interview

July 02, 2023 Glenn Whittle
Yardage Book Yarns
Col Johnston - Interview
Show Notes

Born in Cardiff, Newcastle in 1935
Started playing Golf after his older brother Ken introduced him to the game
Lost his right eye at only 20 years of age and had to relearn to play again
Winner of the 1964 Australian PGA Championship, ahead of Bruce Devlin
Patron of the Waratah Golf Club
Life Member of the Australian PGA
Represented Australia alongside Billy Dunk in the World Cup
Was the Head Pro at Monash Golf Club in Sydney
Took over the management of Sugar Valley Golf Course in 1972
Has two sons, Peter and David, both qualified Greenkeepers and PGA Members
Been married to Jackie for 63 years