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Former PGA Tour player Matt McQuillan dies.

8/10/2026

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Matt McQuillan, a former PGA Tour player, died on August 5, 2026 at Kingston General Hospital.
He earned his PGA Tour card at 2010 Q-School, played the 2011 season and tied for third at the John Deere Classic with a final-round 64.
He earned just under $604,000 and made nine cuts in 32 events.
After retiring, he taught golf in Kingston, mentoring Canadian players, prompting mourning from Golf Canada and his family.

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Matt McQuillan, a former PGA Tour player, died on August 5, 2026 at Kingston General Hospital.
He earned his PGA Tour card at 2010 Q-School, played the 2011 season and tied for third at the John Deere Classic with a final-round 64.
He earned just under $604,000 and made nine cuts in 32 events.
After retiring, he taught golf in Kingston, mentoring Canadian players, prompting mourning from Golf Canada and his family.