Ben Hogan
American golfer (1912–1997)
1912 — 1997
Quick Facts
Profession
American golfer (1912–1997)
Born
August 13, 1912
Died
1997 (age ~85)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
golfer
United StatesBorn in StephenvilleDied in Fort Worth
1912
Born in Stephenville (1912-08-13)
1953
AwardAssociated Press Athlete of the Year
1997
Died in Fort Worth
About
William Ben Hogan was an American professional golfer who is considered to be one of the greatest players in the history of the game. He profoundly influenced golf swing theory, and was noted for his ballstriking skill and assiduous practice. Hogan won nine major championships and is one of six men to complete the modern career grand slam.
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Who is Ben Hogan?+
William Ben Hogan was an American professional golfer who is considered to be one of the greatest players in the history of the game. He profoundly influenced golf swing theory, and was noted for his ballstriking skill and assiduous practice. Hogan won nine major championships and is one of six men
What does the name Ben mean?+
The name Ben means "A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.". It is of English origin.
When was Ben Hogan born?+
Ben Hogan was born on August 13, 1912.
When did Ben Hogan die?+
Ben Hogan died in 1997, at approximately 85 years of age.
Name Meaning
A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.
The name Ben is of English origin, meaning "A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ben — August 13, 1912
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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