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Fred Ridley

Fred Ridley is an American amateur golfer and golf administrator notable for his achievements in the sport. He won the U.S. Amateur in 1975, demonstrating his skill as a player. Later, he transitioned into leadership roles, serving as president of the United States Golf Association (USGA) starting in 2004. In 2017, Ridley assumed the prestigious position of chairman at Augusta National Golf Club, further solidifying his influence and contributions to the world of golf.

August 16, 1952: Birth of Fred Ridley

On August 16, 1952, Fred Scobie Ridley was born. He is an American amateur golfer and golf administrator.

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1973: Alternate on NCAA national tournament winning team

In 1973, Fred Ridley was an alternate on the Florida Gators men's golf team that won the NCAA national tournament.

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1974: Law student

Between 1974 and 1977 Ridley was a law student.

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1974: Graduated from University of Florida

In 1974, Fred Ridley graduated from the University of Florida's College of Business Administration with a bachelor's degree in marketing.

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1975: U.S. Amateur win

In 1975, Fred Ridley won the U.S. Amateur golf tournament, held at the Country Club of Virginia in Richmond, defeating Keith Fergus in the final round.

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1976: Won the Monroe Invitational

In 1976, Fred Ridley won the Monroe Invitational. He also competed in the 1976 British Open later in the year and was a member of the 1976 Eisenhower Trophy team.

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1977: Competed in the British Amateur and Walker Cup

In 1977, Fred Ridley competed in the British Amateur. In the 1977 Walker Cup, he won two singles matches and lost his foursomes match.

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1977: Earned Juris Doctor degree

In 1977, Fred Ridley earned a Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of Law.

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1987: Played in British Amateur, Captain for Walker Cup

In 1987, Fred Ridley played the British Amateur and served as captain for the American side of the 1987 Walker Cup.

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1989: Walker Cup captain

In 1989, Fred Ridley served as captain for the American side of the 1989 Walker Cup.

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2004: Elected president of the USGA

In 2004, Fred Ridley was elected president of the United States Golf Association (USGA).

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2010: Eisenhower Trophy captain

In 2010, Fred Ridley served as captain for the American side of the 2010 Eisenhower Trophy.

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2011: Competition committee chairman for Masters Tournament

In 2011, Fred Ridley served as the competition committee chairman for the Masters Tournament.

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August 23, 2017: Named Chairman of Augusta National

On August 23, 2017, Augusta National announced that Fred Ridley would succeed Billy Payne as chairman of the club.

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October 16, 2017: Took over as Chairman of Augusta National

On October 16, 2017, Fred Ridley officially took over as chairman of Augusta National Golf Club when the club reopened for its 2017–18 season.

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2017: Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club

In 2017, Fred Ridley became chairman of Augusta National Golf Club.

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