Max Marston
Maxwell Rolston Marston | |
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| Born | 12 June 1892 United States |
| Died | 7 May 1949 (aged 56) Old Lyme, Connecticut, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Amateur golfer, investment banker |
| Known for | Winning the 1923 U.S. Amateur; member of first three Walker Cup teams; Marston Cup named in his honor |
Maxwell Rolston Marston (born June 12, 1892 – passed away May 7, 1949) was an American amateur golfer and investment banker who lived in Philadelphia. He was connected with the Cranford Golf Club located in New Jersey and made his home in Cranford.
During the 1923 U.S. Amateur held at Flossmoor Country Club, Marston overcame prominent competitors such as Bobby Jones, Francis Ouimet, and Jess Sweetser in a final match that extended to the 38th hole. He reached the championship match once more in 1933 but was defeated by George Dunlap. Trained by James Maiden, Marston also earned two New Jersey Amateur titles along with three Pennsylvania Amateur championships.
Marston played on the initial three Walker Cup teams and made a return appearance in 1934. To commemorate his contributions, the Golf Association of Philadelphia hosts the annual Marston Cup, a competition designed for golfers aged 55 and above.
Death
On May 7, 1949, Marston passed away in Old Lyme, Connecticut, at the age of 56.
Amateur wins
- 1915 New Jersey Amateur
- 1919 New Jersey Amateur
- 1921 Pennsylvania Amateur
- 1922 Pennsylvania Amateur
- 1923 U.S. Amateur, Pennsylvania Amateur
U.S. national team appearances
- Walker Cup: 1922 (winners), 1923 (winners), 1924 (winners), 1934 (winners)