Billy Maxwell Golf player

Billy Joe Maxwell (born July 23, 1929) is an American professional golfer.Maxwell was born in Abilene, Texas. He played college golf at North Texas State College and helped them win four consecutive NCAA Division I team championships (1949–1952). Maxwell also won the U.S. Amateur title in 1951. After an impressive amateur career, he served in the Army and turned pro in 1954.Maxwell won seven times on the PGA Tour. He also played on the 1963 Ryder Cup team and was elected to the Texas Golf Hall of Fame. He has a twin brother, Bobby, who was also a golfer. He resides in Jacksonville, Florida where, along with former PGA touring pro, Chris Blocker, he owns and operates Hyde Park Golf Club, a Donald Ross designed course.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)Maxwell Billy Joe
Birth dateJuly 23, 1929
Nationality
United States
Height (meters)1.7145
Weight (Kilograms)74.844

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