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Jun 30, 1884 Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States Died on 11 Aug 1972 (aged 88)
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About Frank Dufina
- Frank Dufina (June 30, 1884 – August 11, 1972) was an American professional golfer of Chippewa descent in the early years of the sport in the United States.
- Dufina began his career in 1898 at the just-opened Wawashkamo Golf Club on Mackinac Island, Michigan, where he became the club professional.
- A member of the Mackinac Bands of Chippewa and Ottawa Indians, he was the first Native American to play golf on the professional circuit.
- Dufina played in the Western Open in 1911.
- He continued to play and in 1968 was named as the "Longest Working Golf Professional in History" by Golf Digest.
- He counted many early golf professionals among his friends, including golf legend Walter Hagen.
- Named for him, the Frank Dufina Match Play Championship is held annually at Wawashkamo Golf Club.
