Career
Fazio, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was a respected player in the mid-twentieth century and competed in seven Masters Tournaments from 1947 to 1954. His best finish was 14th in 1952. He had career earnings of more than $50,000.
This event was recently memoralized as one of the 15 most memorable Philadelphia sports moments.
Like most golfers of his generation, Fazio earned his living primarily as a club pro during his regular career years. During the 1940s, he was head pro at Hillcrest Country Club in Los Angeles, where many of Hollywood"s celebrities played.
The trio built many notable courses, and they are particularly noted for the shapes built into their traps - such as clover-leafs and butterflies. Fazio died in Jupiter, Florida at the age of 73.
Professional Golf Association Tour wins (2) 1946 Canadian Open Other wins (7).
