1979 PGA Tour


The 1979 PGA Tour was the 64th season of the PGA Tour, the main professional golf tour in the United States. It was also the 11th season since separating from the PGA of America.

Schedule

The following table lists official events during the 1979 season.
DateTournamentLocationPurse
WinnerNotes
Jan 14Bob Hope Desert ClassicCalifornia300,000

Unofficial events

The following events were sanctioned by the PGA Tour, but did not carry official money, nor were wins official.
DateTournamentLocationPurse
WinnerNotes
Sep 16Ryder CupWest Virginian/aUnited States

Money list

The money list was based on prize money won during the season, calculated in U.S. dollars.
PositionPlayerPrize money
1