Richard J. Coughlan (born 7 April 1974) is an Irish former professional golfer who played on the European Tour and the PGA Tour.
| Richie Coughlan | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Full name | Richard J. Coughlan |
| Born | 7 April 1974 Tullamore, Ireland |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Sporting nationality |  Ireland |
| Residence | Birr, County Offaly, Ireland |
| Career | |
| College | Clemson University |
| Turned professional | 1997 |
| Former tour(s) | PGA Tour European Tour NGA Hooters Tour |
Career edit
In 1997, Coughlan became the first player in history to qualify for the PGA Tour and the European Tour in his rookie season. John E. Morgan duplicated this feat in 2002. Coughlan chose to concentrate on playing in the United States full-time, and finished a career-best 9th at the 1998 B.C. Open, but lost his card at the end of the season. He regained his card for 2001 at the Q-School, but again failed to hold onto it. He last appeared on the Tour in 2003. Coughlan also played on the Nationwide Tour until the end of 2005.[1]
Team appearances edit
Amateur
- Jacques Léglise Trophy (representing Great Britain & Ireland): 1990 (winners), 1991 (winners)
- European Youths' Team Championship (representing Ireland): 1992,[2] 1994 (winners)[3]
- Palmer Cup (representing Great Britain & Ireland): 1997
- Walker Cup (representing Great Britain & Ireland): 1997
See also edit
References edit
- ^ Keogh, Brian (7 February 2002). "Richie Coughlan cheats death in car smash". K&Sports. Retrieved 10 January 2023.
- ^ "Svenskt juniorguld i Helsingfors, Lag-EM Juniorer" [Swedish Junior Gold in Helsinki, European Youth's Team Championship]. Svensk Golf (in Swedish). No. 9/1992. September 1992. pp. 56, 65. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
- ^ Kelly, Liam (5 July 2004). "Irish set for Island challenge". Independent.ie. Retrieved 10 January 2023.
External links edit
- Richie Coughlan at the European Tour official site
- Richie Coughlan at the PGA Tour official site
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