Background
Fetchick was born in Yonkers, New New York
Fetchick was born in Yonkers, New New York
He turned pro in 1950 and joined the Professional Golf Association Tour in 1952. In the 1950s, the Western Open was considered by some to be one of major championships in men"s professional golf along with The Masters, United States. Open and the Professional Golf Association Championship. lieutenant"s generally conceded by golf historians that Fetchick"s victory over the sports top stars resulted in a demotion for the Western Open below the other majors.
His best finish in an event considered to be one of four modern major championships was T13 at the 1957 United States. Open.
Fetchick also finished T-2 (playoff loss) at the 1990 New York-New England Exchange Commemorative at age 67. Fetchick died in 2012.
Professional Golf Association Tour wins (3) 1956 Saint Other wins (4) Senior Professional Golf Association Tour wins (1) Other senior wins (2).