James J. Hines (December 29, 1903 – May 11, 1986) was an American professional golfer. Early life Hines was born in Mineola, New York. Professional career In 1920, Hines "got his start" at Wheatley Hills Golf Club. Four years later, he got a job as assistant professional at Hempstead Golf Club. He worked there for eight years. Later, he worked as professional at Timber Point and Garden City. On October 26, 1937, Hines became the new professional at Lakeville Golf Club. Hines won nine times on the PGA Tour and was selected to the 1939 Ryder Cup team but the event was cancelled due to World War II. On the 13th hole at the 1938 PGA tournament, his chip shot hit opponent Sam Snead's ball, sending both into the cup. A birdie two was awarded to both players, who were tied at that point. Snead wound up beating Hines by one stroke. Personal life Hines died in Monterey, California. Professional wins PGA Tour wins (9) 1933 (1) Glens Falls Open 1935 (1) St. Augustine Pro-Amateur 1936 (3) Riverside Open, Los Angeles Open, Glens Falls Open 1937 (2) Metropolitan Open, Glens Falls Open 1938 (1) Metropolitan Open 1945 (1) Tacoma Open Other wins (5) 1935 Long Island Open 1937 Long Island PGA Championship 1940 Metropolitan PGA Championship 1941 Long Island PGA Championship 1949 Arizona Open Results in major championships NYF = tournament not yet founded NT = no tournament CUT = missed the half-way cut R64, R32, R16, QF, SF = round in which player lost in PGA Championship match play "T" = tied Summary Most consecutive cuts made – 25 (1935 PGA – 1948 PGA) Longest streak of top-10s – 4 (1933 PGA – 1935 Masters) References See also List of golfers with most PGA Tour wins American male golfers PGA Tour golfers Golfers from California Golfers from New York (state) People from Mineola, New York Sportspeople from Monterey, California 1903 births 1986 deaths