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Senate Tribute to Professional Golfer Jim Colbert

Original title: REMEMBERING JIM COLBERT

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Senator Marshall delivered a formal tribute in the U.S. Senate honoring the life and career of Jim Colbert, a professional golfer and Kansas State University alumnus. The statement highlights his athletic achievements, business contributions to the golf industry, and his legacy in Manhattan, Kansas.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official congressional record of the life and contributions of Jim Colbert, a notable figure in professional golf and Kansas athletics.

Who It Affects

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Kansas State University

The university is recognized for its historical connection to Colbert and the development of the Colbert Hills Golf Course.

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Manhattan, Kansas community

The community is noted for its association with the Colbert Hills Golf Course.

Key Facts

Jim Colbert was a professional golfer who earned 28 combined victories on the PGA Tour and PGA TOUR Champions circuit.
Colbert attended Kansas State University on a football scholarship starting in 1961 before transitioning to golf.
He finished as runner-up at the 1964 NCAA Championship and the Big Eight Championship.
Colbert turned professional in 1965.

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He won 8 PGA Tour titles and 20 Champions Tour titles.
He was named PGA TOUR Champions Player of the Year in 1995 and 1996.
Colbert worked as a golf analyst for ESPN.
He founded a golf course management company.
He helped develop the Colbert Hills Golf Course in Manhattan, Kansas.
Colbert was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1996 and won the PGA TOUR Champions Comeback Player of the Year Award in 1998.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Jim Colbert?

Jim Colbert was a professional golfer, Kansas State University alumnus, and entrepreneur known for his career on the PGA Tour and his contributions to golf course management.

Why was this tribute read in the Senate?

Senator Marshall read the tribute to honor Colbert's legacy, his athletic achievements, and his impact on the Kansas community.

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Connected Entities

Jim Colbert, Manhattan, KS, Roger Marshall and 2 more

PersonJim Colbert“Professional golfer and subject of the Senate tribute.”Map →

locationManhattan, KS“Location of the Colbert Hills Golf Course.”Map →

PersonRoger Marshall“U.S. Senator who introduced the tribute.”Map →

OrganizationKansas State University“Colbert's alma mater and site of the Colbert Hills Golf Course.”Map →

OrganizationPGA Tour“Professional golf organization where Colbert competed.”Map →

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