Afternoon's with Mr. Hogan; Author, Ms. Jody Vasquez By tylerl Mar 13, 1912 Birth Ben was born March 13, 1912 May 25, 1922 Ben's dad commits suicide His father commits suicide. His father was a Blacksmith. Aug 23, 1930 Turned into a professional golfer Ben turns into a pro at age 18 May 23, 1946 Ben wins his first PGA championship Wins first PGA tournament Dec 31, 1948 Ben wins ten tournaments Apr 23, 1951 Ben wins the masters Jul 25, 1997 Death Ben Hogan Dies