Tom Garner (born July 18, 1961) is an American professional golfer who played on the PGA Tour and its developmental tour.
Career
Late in the year Garner had success at 1986 PGA Tour Qualifying School. In 1987, he struggled in his rookie year on tour and was unable to retain his card. In 1990, Garner joined the Ben Hogan Tour, the PGA Tour’s developmental tour. That year, he won the Ben Hogan Central New York Classic. The following year he finished in a tie for second twice while recording four top-5 finishes. In 1992, he picked up his second victory on the Ben Hogan Tour at the Ben Hogan Bakersfield Open.
In 1993, he had success at PGA Tour Qualifying School and rejoined the PGA Tour. However, he struggled and returned to the developmental tour where he would play until 1998.
In 1997, Garner started work as an instructor at the Arnold Palmer Golf Academy at Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Orlando, Florida. He continues to work there.
Professional wins (3)
Ben Hogan Tour wins (2)
| No. | Date | Tournament | Winning score | Margin of victory |
Runner(s)-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 1, 1990 | Ben Hogan Central New York Classic | −9 (69-70-68=207) | 1 stroke |  Ed Humenik, Andy Morse, Brian Watts
|
| 2 | Oct 11, 1992 | Ben Hogan Bakersfield Open | −11 (65-71-69=205) | 2 strokes | Steve Lowery
|
Other wins (1)
- 1997 North Florida PGA Section Championship
Results in major championships
| Tournament | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Open | CUT | CUT |
CUT = missed the half-way cut
Note: Garner only played in the U.S. Open.
See also
External links
- Tom Garner at the PGA Tour official site