Patrick J. Collins

 

Inducted in 2001

Patrick J. Collins was the longtime caddie manager at historic Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, NY. Collins was hired by Winged Foot in 1957 as its golf coordinator and eventually became the club’s caddie manager, a job he held until his retirement in 2005. He is credited with mentoring thousands of caddies during his tenure at the club. Collins died in 2011 at age 80.

For his work promoting the important role of caddies in the game of golf, Patrick J. Collins earned a place in the Caddie Hall of Fame, which recognizes individuals who support caddying.