Ronnie Black


Ronald Jay Black is an American professional golfer who has played on the PGA Tour, Nationwide Tour and Champions Tour.

Early life and amateur career

Black was born in Lovington, New Mexico. He attended Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas where he was a member of the golf team.

Professional career

In 1981, Black turned pro. He won two events on the PGA Tour during his career both in the mid-1980s. He has more than $3 million in career earnings. His best finish in a Men's major [golf championships|major championship] was T-6 at The Masters in 1984.
Black began playing on the Champions Tour in 2008. His best finish in his first two seasons was T-2 at the 2009 Dick's [Sporting Goods Open].

Personal life

Black lives in Tucson, Arizona.

Awards and honors

In 1993, Black was inducted into the Cardinal Hall of Honor at Lamar University

Professional wins (4)

PGA Tour wins (2)

PGA Tour playoff record
No.YearTournamentOpponentResult
11983Southern Open

Other wins (2)

this list may be incomplete

Results in major championships

Tournament199019911992199319941995199619971998199920002001
Masters Tournament
U.S. OpenCUTCUT
PGA ChampionshipT29

Note: Black never played in The Open Championship.
CUT = missed the half-way cut
"T" = tied

Summary

  • Most consecutive cuts made – 5
  • Longest streak of top-10s – 1