Massengale was known as a "wild man" at fraternity parties in college; however, he changed his ways and became a born-again Christian in 1975. He turned pro in 1969 and joined the PGA Tour in 1970.
While Massengale was notorious for his wild ways during his college years, he embraced Christianity in 1975 and transitioned into a more disciplined life.  He began his professional golf career in 1969 and joined the PGA Tour in 1970.