This Day in Golf History: February 17

On this date in 1955, Mike Souchak shot a 60 at the Texas Open held at Breckenridge Park Golf Course and went on to win the tournament with a record score of 27 under par, 257. Also, just having celebrated the birthdate of the renowned Mickey Wright three days ago, born in 1935 in San Diego, today is the five-year remembrance of her passing on February 17 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The World Golf Hall of Fame member won four U.S. Women’s Opens among her 82 victories.