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JOHN COOK

UNITED STATES

Height:

6 ft, 0 in

Weight:

175 lbs

Birthday:

10/02/1957

College: Ohio State University
Turned Pro: 1979
Birthplace: Toledo, Ohio
Residence: Windermere, Florida

DID YOU KNOW

PERSONAL

Born in Ohio but grew up in Southern California.

Persuaded by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf to attend Ohio State.

Remains a staunch Ohio State fan and has school logo on his golf bag.

Father, Jim, was a long-time tournament director on the PGA TOUR.

Was an analyst on USA Network's "PGA TOUR Sunday" in 2003 and began work as a contributor on Golf Channel's "Morning Drive" in 2013.

Son Jason played golf at Pepperdine and is an aspiring professional.

Once did a photo shoot as a youngster with Mary Cathleen Collins, who later became famous as Bo Derek.

One of three former Ohio State golfers on the Champions Tour, joining former teammates Joey Sindelar and Rod Spittle.