Rising Golf Star Christo Lamprecht Joins The Under Armour Family

The world of golf is buzzing about Christo Lamprecht. The 23-year-old golfer from South Africa is one of the most promising rising stars in the game. At just 16-years old, Lamprecht won the South African Amateur Championship—the youngest player in history to win it.

 

At Georgia Tech, Lamprecht was All-American three times, 2024 Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year, the winner of three collegiate titles, and ended his senior year as the top ranked amateur player in the world. Now, Christo Lamprecht has decided to turn professional—and join Under Amour’s golf roster. new innovative looks and equipment inspired by one of the most intriguing up and coming names in golf. Lamprecht sat down with us to discuss this exciting next step in his journey.

Adidas CODECHAOS 25 Redefined Performance in Spikeless Golf Shoes

CODECHAOS, the disruptive performance spikeless footwear franchise from adidas that’s redefined what a golf shoe can be, is introducing its next chapter: CODECHAOS 25. 

Designed to challenge the meaning and mentality behind spikeless performance, this new model introduces a redesigned outsole and upper aimed to provide golfers with an enhanced feeling of traction and stability in an eye-catching silhouette that’s impossible to ignore. Led by the CODECHAOS 25 BOA® model, the new footwear will also come in a laced version for men and women and will be available worldwide beginning August 1.

Bryson DeChambeau Joins Sportsbox AI as Partner

Sportsbox AI is thrilled to announce that professional golfer and two-time U.S. Open champion, Bryson DeChambeau, has joined the company as a partner. Known for his analytical approach to the game and dedication to innovation, DeChambeau brings a wealth of expertise and a forward-thinking mindset to the Sportsbox AI team.

Bryson DeChambeau's partnership with Sportsbox AI marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to revolutionize sports performance analysis through advanced artificial intelligence technology. DeChambeau's unique perspective on the game, combined with Sportsbox AI's state-of-the-art 3D motion capture and analysis technology and suite of products, promises to transform the way golfers of all levels understand and improve their performance.

124th U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship – Fact Sheet

The 2024 US Women's Amateur Championship kicks off next week from Southern Hills Country Club.

Here's a look inside the course, history, and field.

PAR AND YARDAGE   

Southern Hills Country Club will be set up at 6,437 yards and will play to a par of 35-36—71. 

(NOTE: Yardages subject to change.)  

SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB HOLE BY HOLE   

Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Total

Par 4 4 4 4 5 3 4 3 4 35

Yards 452 409 377 330 558 133 388 178 358 3,183

Hole 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Total

Par 4 3 4 5 3 4 5 4 4 36

Yards 371 150 392 592 188 386 522 315 401 3,254

ABOUT SOUTHERN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 

Southern Hills Country Club, which was designed by Perry Maxwell, opened for play in 1936 and is situated on land that was donated by oilman Waite Phillips. There have been several course modifications over the decades, including a recent restoration by Gil Hanse. In addition to three U.S. Opens, the course hosted the 1946 U.S. Women’s Amateur, when the legendary Babe Didrikson Zaharias defeated Clara Sherman, 11 and 9, in the championship final. Zaharias would go on to win three U.S. Women’s Open titles. 

Retief Goosen won the first of his two U.S. Opens in an 18-hole playoff with Mark Brooks in 2001 at Southern Hills. Tommy Bolt and Hubert Green won their U.S. Opens there in 1958 and 1977, respectively. 

Southern Hills has also been the site of five PGA Championships, most recently in 2022 when Justin Thomas defeated Will Zalatoris in a playoff. Other winners of PGA Championships at Southern Hills include Tiger Woods (2007), Nick Price (1994), Raymond Floyd (1982) and Dave Stockton (1970). 

ENTRIES

The championship is open to female amateur golfers who have a Handicap Index® not exceeding 2.4. In 2024, the USGA accepted 1,588 entries for the U.S. Women’s Amateur, the second most in championship history. 

QUALIFYING

Qualifying for the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur took place between June 19 and July 18. 

CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD 

A starting field of 156 players will compete in the U.S. Women’s Amateur. Following 18-hole rounds of stroke play on Aug. 5-6, the field will be cut to the top 64 players for match play. Five 18-hole rounds of match play will determine the finalists who will square off in a 36-hole championship match on Aug. 11. 

SCHEDULE OF PLAY 

Practice rounds will take place Aug. 3-4, and the championship schedule is as follows: 

Aug. 5 (Monday): First round, stroke play 

Aug. 6 (Tuesday): Second round, stroke play 

Aug. 7 (Wednesday): Round of 64, match play 

Aug. 8 (Thursday): Rounds of 32 and 16, match play 

Aug. 9 (Friday): Quarterfinal round, match play 

Aug. 10 (Saturday): Semifinal round, match play 

Aug. 11 (Sunday): 36-hole championship final, match play 

2023 CHAMPION 

Auburn University standout Megan Schofill, of Monticello, Fla., defeated fellow Floridian and Southeastern Conference rival Latanna Stone (LSU), of Riverview, 4 and 3, in the 36-hole final at Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles, Calif. Schofill became the first Floridian to hoist the Robert Cox Trophy since Morgan Pressel in 2005. 

BROADCAST COVERAGE 

The 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur will receive at least 15 hours of live network coverage. All times ET. 

Wednesday, Aug 7 – 3-6 p.m., Golf Channel 

Thursday, Aug. 8 – 3-6 p.m., Peacock 

Friday, Aug. 9 – 3-6 p.m., Peacock 

Saturday, Aug. 10 – 3-6 p.m., Golf Channel 

Sunday, Aug. 11 – 3-6 p.m., Golf Channel 

CHAMPIONSHIP HISTORY 

The U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship is one of the United States Golf Association’s original three championships. It was first conducted in 1895, shortly after the inaugural U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open. The Women’s Amateur has been conducted every year since, except 1917-18, when it was suspended due to World War I, and 1942-45, when it was suspended due to World War II. 

The most decorated champion is Glenna Collett Vare, a lifelong amateur who won the Cox Trophy a record six times. Second to Vare is JoAnne Gunderson Carner, who won five U.S. Women’s Amateur Championships. Combined with her two wins in the U.S. Women’s Open and one victory in the U.S. Girls’ Junior, Carner’s eight USGA titles are tied with Jack Nicklaus and eclipsed only by Bob Jones and Tiger Woods, who have each won nine. 

U.S. Women’s Amateur champions seem to possess a remarkable facility to repeat. Beatrix Hoyt, Alexa Stirling, Vare, Virginia Van Wie and Juli Inkster have all won the U.S. Women’s Amateur three consecutive times. Another seven champions – Genevieve Hecker, Dorothy Campbell, Margaret Curtis, Betty Jameson, Kay Cockerill, Kelli Kuehne and Danielle Kang – have won two in a row. 

The U.S. Women’s Amateur has long identified some of golf’s greatest female players, many of whom have gone on to successful professional careers. Along with the champions listed above, Patty Berg, Babe Didrikson Zaharias, Louise Suggs, Marlene Stewart Streit, Anne Quast Sander, Barbara McIntire, Catherine Lacoste, Carol Semple Thompson, Beth Daniel, Morgan Pressel and Lydia Ko have secured a place in golf history. 

WHAT THE WINNER RECEIVES: 

A gold medal and custody of the Robert Cox Trophy for one year

Exemption from qualifying for the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open at Erin Hills in Erin, Wis. 

Exemption from qualifying for the next 10 U.S. Women's Amateurs, if eligible 

Exemption from qualifying for the next 10 U.S. Girls' Juniors, if eligible 

Invitation to the 2025 Augusta National Women's Amateur 

Likely exemptions into The Chevron Championship, AIG Women's Open and Amundi Evian Championship 

USGA AND SOUTHERN HILLS 

This will be the 10th USGA championship and the second U.S. Women’s Amateur held at Southern Hills Country Club. The 1946 U.S. Women’s Amateur won by Babe Didrikson Zaharias was the first USGA championship held there. The club most recently hosted the 2009 U.S. Amateur, won by Byeong-Hun An, and has hosted three U.S. Opens (1958, 1977, 2001). 

USGA CHAMPIONSHIPS AT SOUTHERN HILLS 

1946 U.S. Women's Amateur (Babe Didrikson Zaharias) 

1953 U.S. Junior Amateur (Rex Baxter Jr.) 

1958 U.S. Open (Tommy Bolt) 

1961 U.S. Senior Amateur (Dexter Daniels) 

1965 U.S. Amateur (Bob Murphy) 

1977 U.S. Open (Hubert Green) 

1987 U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur (Cindy Scholefield-McConnell) 

2001 U.S. Open (Retief Goosen) 

2009 U.S. Amateur (Byeong-Hun An) 

OTHER NOTABLE EVENTS AT SOUTHERN HILLS 

1970 PGA Championship (Dave Stockton) 

1982 PGA Championship (Raymond Floyd) 

1994 PGA Championship (Nick Price) 

1995 Tour Championship (Billy Mayfair) 

1996 Tour Championship (Tom Lehman) 

2007 PGA Championship (Tiger Woods) 

2021 Senior PGA Championship (Alex Cejka) 

2022 PGA Championship (Justin Thomas) 

USGA CHAMPIONSHIPS IN OKLAHOMA 

The 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur will be the 23rd USGA championship and third U.S. Women’s Amateur contested in the state of Oklahoma. It is the first time since 1960 that the championship has been played in the state. The most recent USGA championship held in Oklahoma was the 2015 U.S. Girls’ Junior at Tulsa Country Club, won by Eun Jeong Seong. 

U.S. WOMEN’S AMATEURS IN OKLAHOMA 

1946: Southern Hills C.C., Tulsa (Babe Didrikson Zaharias) 

1960: Tulsa C.C., Tulsa (JoAnne Gunderson Carner) 

MOST USGA CHAMPIONSHIPS HOSTED BY VENUES IN OKLAHOMA 

(Includes 2024 championships) 

10 – Southern Hills Country Club, Tulsa 

3 – Tulsa Country Club, Tulsa 

2 – Jimmie Austin OU Golf Club, Norman 

2 – Oak Tree National, Edmond 

FUTURE U.S. WOMEN’S AMATEUR SITES 

Aug. 4-10, 2025 – Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Ore. 

Aug. 3-9, 2026 – The Honors Course, Ooltewah, Tenn. 

Aug. 2-8, 2027 – Pinehurst Resort & Country Club Course No. 2, Village of Pinehurst, N.C. 

Aug. 7-13, 2028 – Brae Burn Country Club, West Newton, Mass. 

Aug. 6-12, 2029 – Oakland Hills Country Club, Bloomfield Hills, Mich. 

Aug. 5-11, 2030 – The Olympic Club, San Francisco, Calif. 

Aug. 4-10, 2031 – Baltimore Country Club, Baltimore, Md. 

Aug. 2-8, 2032 – Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Ore. 

Aug. 7-13, 2034 – The Country Club, Salt Lake City, Utah 

Aug. 6-12, 2035 – Atlanta Athletic Club, Johns Creek, Ga. 

TBD, 2037 – The Country Club of North Carolina, Pinehurst, N.C. 

Aug. 8-14, 2039 – Canterbury Golf Club, Cleveland, Ohio 

TBD, 2041 – Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, Ore. 

TBD, 2046 – Oakmont Country Club, Oakmont, Pa. 

A Look Inside the Men's 2024 Olympic Golf Competition

The men's golf competition of the 2024 Olympics kicks off tomorrow from Le Golf National Golf Course in France.

Here's an inside look at everything you need to know.

Nicklaus Companies Sign Neal Shipley to Multi-Year Brand Sponsorship Deal

Nicklaus Companies, owners of the Jack Nicklaus™ and Golden Bear™ trademarks, is pleased to announce that Neal Shipley, who recently turned professional after a stellar amateur golfing career, will continue to serve as their global brand ambassador, having signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement that runs through the 2026 PGA TOUR season.

In addition to his impressive performances at the majors, Shipley has recorded two top-25s highlighted by a T6 at the ISCO Championship earlier this month.

K.J. Choi Claims First Major Victory at Senior Open Championship

Srixon and Cleveland Golf staffer K.J Choi triumphed on Sunday, capturing his first major victory at The Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex.

Choi displayed his patience and veteran experience throughout the final round, as he navigated his way around the challenging Carnoustie golf course. Overcoming a shaky start with three early bogeys in his first six holes, the South Korean found his rhythm on the ninth hole, sinking a birdie putt that sparked a surge of momentum.

PXG New Apparel Collection Adds Modern Sensibility to Seasonal Styles Paying Tribute to Golf Heritage

PXG proudly announces the launch of its Fall/Winter 2024 apparel and accessory collection. Drawing inspiration from the iconic golf apparel of the 1920s English countryside, this collection takes a modern approach to classic sportswear. The result is a sophisticated blend of nostalgic, country club-esque charm with contemporary flair, featuring updated silhouettes, luxurious fabrics with climate control technology, and meticulous detailing.

The Fall/Winter 2024 collection includes 58 apparel styles designed to complement and enhance any wardrobe. The collection will be released in two phases: the “Twilight Round,” a limited collection drop landing July 30, 2024, which features eight must-have pieces, followed by the full collection drop on August 29, 2024.

2024 FedExCup Playoffs Offer Fans Unparalleled Access

As the PGA TOUR’s best look to unseat FedExCup champion Viktor Hovland, fans will have unparalleled access to the sights and sounds of the FedExCup Playoffs through new on-site and virtual activations and programming.

Setting up the excitement for this year’s postseason – the 18th edition of the FedExCup Playoffs – the TOUR is showcasing the expressive style of illustrator and designer Dan Leydon, whose dynamic illustrations of the final 70 players who qualify for the Playoffs will be utilized across all TOUR platforms and in broadcast graphics. Additionally, the postseason TV campaign will continue to be voiced by actor Jeremy Renner, most notably known for his work in The Hurt Locker, The Town, The Avengers and Mayor of Kingstown.

MGI Golf Introduces New Golf Bag Collection for 2024

MGI Golf, global leader in technology for the walking golfer and maker of America’s No. 1 electric golf caddy, introduces the latest cart bag models, specifically designed for MGI owners: the Lite-Play and, Lux-Play models.

“MGI Golf has always been dedicated to continued innovation and design in the golf industry,” said Miranda Turner, CEO of MGI Golf Inc. “These new golf bags are designed to meet the evolving needs of the walking golfer, providing superior functionality and style with the perfect fit for our MGI electric caddy.”

Shot Scope Secures $8.5 Million in Series B Funding and Sets Sights on Global Expansion

Shot Scope, the industry-leader in advanced GPS, rangefinder and shot tracking technology, has secured $8.5m in Series B funding, accelerating its offering of acclaimed products and game improving data to over 60 million golfers worldwide.

Led by Guinness Ventures, which invested $4m, the company has raised the capital to continue its rapid global expansion and strong investment into product development, specialist resources and brand marketing – as it continues to provide subscription free, game-enhancing technology to golfers. With GPS wearables, laser rangefinders, and shot tracking devices, Shot Scope is committed to offering products and analytics tools to help players of all skill levels.

Troon Selected to Manage Detroit's Three Municipal Golf Courses

Troon, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, is pleased to announce it has been selected to manage the City of Detroit’s three municipal golf facilities – Chandler Park, Rackham, and Rouge Park Golf Courses. Indigo Sports, a Troon company, will oversee golf operations, agronomy, food and beverage, and sales and marketing at the three golf courses owned by the City of Detroit.

“I’m so excited about this new partnership and for Troon to build upon the foundation Signet and Angela Hipps set,” said Crystal Perkins, director of City of Detroit’s General Services Department. “These three golf courses are city gems that have extensive history and hold a special place in the heart of golfers in Detroit and beyond. We believe this partnership will continue to grow the love for this game in our great city.”

Motocaddy Boosts Online User Experience for American Golfers

Motocaddy, the world’s leading electric caddy brand, has taken the user-experience for U.S. golfers visiting its website to another level with the launch of a brand-new platform.

The upgraded, fully-responsive site – viewable at www.motocaddy.us – has been optimized for use across all devices and features enhanced quality content and imagery, including innovative new videos for the brand’s pioneering M-Series range.

Tour AD DI Wins in Carnoustie

Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc. announced today that the winner of the Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex, held at the Carnoustie Golf Course in Carnoustie, Scotland was playing a Graphite Design Tour AD DI-7 X wood shaft in his Srixon #3 fairway metal wood.  The champion won the Senior Open after shooting a 4-day score of 10 under par to win the tournament by 2 strokes to become a major champion and claim his second PGA Tour Champions win.

“Congratulations to 2024 Senior Open Champion. winning the Open Championship on one of the most challenging golf courses in the world.  The winner was able to capture the last major championship of the year and his 2nd Champions Tour victory”, stated Erik Boysen, Vice President of Tour Promotions, Pro’s Choice Golf Shafts, Inc.

PXG Confirms Plans to Deploy Impressive New High-Performance GEN7 and Black Ops Irons and Sugar Daddy III Wedges Lineup

PXG today confirmed the upcoming release of three new marquee products: PXG® 0311®GEN7 Irons, PXG Black Ops® Irons, and PXG Sugar Daddy®III Wedges. The game-changing lineup, which features technology and performance taken to the limit, will officially deploy on August 7, 2024.

As PXG prepares to launch the new golf clubs, the company is doubling down on its commitment to heroes by continuing its heroes-first tradition. The game-changing new clubs will be immediately available to all current and past military personnel, veterans, and first responders ahead of the public launch.

PXG Continues Expansion with Third California Retail and Club Fitting Studio

PXG, a global research and development company dedicated to creating the world’s finest golf equipment and apparel, has officially opened its third California-based retail and fitting studio. A premium golf facility, PXG San Diego offers top-quality custom golf club fittings and fashionable golf and lifestyle apparel ideal for on the course and on the go.

“We have grown a loyal base of customer across California through our mobile fitting team and existing brick-and-mortar stores located in East Bay and Orange County,” said PXG Founder and CEO, Bob Parsons. “Since our stores deliver the ultimate PXG experience and there is pent up demand in San Diego, we’re thrilled to open our 25th U.Slocation in the area.

Trevor Gutschewski Outlasts Tyler Watts to Win U.S. Junior Amateur Championship and Earn 2025 U.S. Open Exemption

A field of 264 players entered the week at the 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship, and after two rounds of stroke play and five rounds of match play just two remained for Saturday’s 36-hole championship final at Oakland Hills in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.

On paper, the final match was rather lopsided. On one side was Tyler Watts, a member of the USGA’s inaugural U.S. National Junior Team, the youngest player to ever win the Alabama State Amateur and No. 121 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking. On the other side was Trevor Gutschewski, the lowest-ranked player to reach the quarterfinals at No. 3,570 in the world, in his Junior Am debut.

Watts to Face Gutschewski in 36-Hole U.S. Junior Amateur Final

Tyler Watts, 16, of Huntsville, Ala., and Trevor Gutschewski, 17, of Omaha, Neb., each won quarterfinal and semifinal matches on a picture-perfect Friday to advance to Saturday’s 36-hole final match of the 76th U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club.

Watts, who is coming off a Round of 32 exit last year, defeated Jay Leng, Jr. 18, of San Diego, Calif., 3 and 2, in the semifinals. Gutschewski, who is attempting to become the first U.S. Junior Amateur champion from Nebraska, held off Xihuan Chang, 2 and 1, of People’s Republic of China.

Tour Edge Announces Golf Industry Stalwart Tim Clarke as President

Tour Edge, the pound for pound industry leader in performance and innovation, has appointed long-time golf industry leader Tim Clarke as their new President effective August 5^th.

Clarke was previously with Wilson Golf for more than 25 years and was president of the brand from 2006 until 2023, one of the longest-tenured leaders in the golf equipment industry.

2024 US Junior Amateur Championship Round of 64 Match Play Results

Under the mostly cloudy and occasionally rainy skies, one particular match was more than just a blip on the radar. In a test of endurance on the famed South Course at Oakland Hills Country Club, Trevor Gutschewski and Rich Wills battled for 23 grueling holes on “The Monster.” 

Gutschewski, a Florida Gators commit, chomped his way to an early lead with three birdies, building a 4 up lead through eight holes against Wills, a future Clemson Tiger. Wills quickly fought his way back and finally evened the match with a clutch par save on 18 to force extra holes. 

“He [Rich Wills] hit a ton of good shots on the back nine and brought himself back in it,” said Gutschewski. “I hit a bad drive in the bunker on 18 and made bogey, so we went to extra holes. I just figured, ‘win the next hole and you’re done.’” 

On the 19th hole, Gutschewski was faced with his first of two do-or-die putts. With Wills in close after a flagged approach shot, Gutschewski stared down a 30-footer from off the green and drained it. Then on the 22nd hole, Wills stepped up and poured in a 15-footer for birdie, yet again putting the pressure solely on Gutschewski. The Omaha, Neb. native delivered, curling in a putt just inches inside Wills’ to keep himself afloat. 

“I was just trying to stay in the moment and make it to the next hole,” said Gutschewski. “It’s always nice to see those drop and to know you’re still alive.” 

Overall, the pair tied three of the first four extra holes with birdies, before Gutschewski closed out the match with a par on the 5th hole. The son of PGA Tour player Scott Gutschewski, Trevor will face medalist Blades Brown in tomorrow’s Round of 32.  

“It feels good right now,” said Gutschewski. “It didn’t feel very great on the back nine, but it’s always good to come away with the win regardless.” 

The top-seeded Brown was able to pull away from No. 64 Alex Huang to advance. In a match that didn’t see more than a 1 up lead until the 14th hole, Brown turned on the jets down the stretch to secure a 3 and 2 victory. 

“[Alex] was hitting fairways and applying pressure on me,” said Brown. “He was doing what he was supposed to be doing, and I was not doing what I was supposed to be doing. Then the back nine I turned it on a little bit, got some momentum and flew with it.

On Tuesday, Brown joined only Tiger Woods and Bobby Clampett in having secured medalist honors at both the U.S. Junior Amateur and U.S. Amateur. Brown earned his U.S. Amateur medalist position last summer at Cherry Hills Country Club in suburban Denver, Colo. 

Miles Russell, who became the youngest golfer ever to make a cut on the Korn Ferry Tour earlier this year, took care of business with a conceded victory over Hamilton Coleman of Martinez, Ga. Russell was 5 up through 10 holes when Coleman retired due to a back injury. The U.S. National Junior Team member also made his first PGA Tour start last month at the nearby Rocket Mortgage Classic.  

“It’s a good match play course. There are a lot of birdies to be made, you just need to be careful,” said Russell. “I don’t know what the weather looks like the rest of the week, but if there’s no rain, I think it can get a little crispy and it can get fun.” 

Luke Colton, who came into his second U.S. Junior Amateur with seven top-five finishes this year, including wins in the Byron Nelson Junior Championship and the Terra Cotta Invitational, jumped out to a 4 up lead through the turn on University of Notre Dame commit Pavel Tsar.  

“I was playing really smart golf,” said Colton, about his front nine lead. “I was putting it in play and giving myself a few birdie putts and making them. Just knowing when to play aggressive and when to put it in the middle of the green was important.”  

However, the future Golden Domer hung tough and fought throughout the back nine, eventually forcing extra holes with a par on the 18th. Colton was able to eventually close the door with a birdie on the 20th hole. 

“I’m just kind of overwhelmed right now,” said Colton. “I had a few chances to win out there, but I was able to pull it together down the stretch. I’m just glad I was able to come out with the victory.” 

Joshua Bai, last year’s runner-up, was able to outlast Brayden Miller, 3 and 2. Bai jumped out to a 2 up lead after two holes and never trailed for the duration of the match. 

What’s Next

The Round of 32 will take place on Thursday at 7 a.m. EDT, followed by the Round of 16 at 1 p.m. Friday’s quarterfinal matches are scheduled for 7 a.m., with the semifinals to follow at noon. The 36-hole final on Saturday will begin at 8 a.m. Peacock will stream the semifinals and afternoon portion of the championship match with Golf Channel re-airing the broadcast on tape delay. Steve Burkowski will anchor the broadcast. Admission is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Fan information can be found at usga.org.

Notable

The No. 1 seed (Brown) in the U.S. Junior Amateur won a first-round match for the 21st consecutive time. The last time the top seed lost was in 2002 when Jarred Texterfell to Shane Sigsbee, 2 up, at Atlanta Athletic Club’s Highlands Course.

The 13-for-9 playoff for the final spots in the match-play draw lasted one hole and less than an hour. Alex Huang, from Plano, Texas, garnered the 64th and final spot. Jaxon Bandelier nearly aced his tee shot, leaving himself an 8-inch tap-in birdie. The playoff was conducted on the North Course’s par-3 10th hole.  

12 players reached match play in both 2023 & 2024 – Kihei Akina, Joshua Bai, Jake Birdwell, Luke Colton, Edan Cui, Billy Davis, Gerardo Gomez, Henry Guan, Chase Kyes, Jay Leng Jr., Brooks Simmons and Tyler Watts. 

Fifteen countries were represented in the match bracket. They are: United States of America (45), People's Republic of China (4), France (2), New Zealand (2), Australia (1), Canada (1), Chinese Taipei (1), Czech Republic (1), Hong Kong China (1), Mexico (1), Republic of Ireland (1), Republic of Korea (1), Ukraine (1), Vietnam (1), Wales (1). The average age was 16.92. 

Lev Grinberg, who advanced with a 6 and 5 victory over Hsuan-Yi Chen, carded an albatross on the par-5 12th hole by holing a 5-iron from 242 yards. It is the second double-eagle in U.S. Junior Amateur championship history (Travis Vick, eighth hole, 2018, Baltusrol – Upper).  

Billy Davis, fresh off a semifinal run last year at Daniel Island Club, beat Zack Swanwick, 4 and 3, to advance. Davis, who will join his twin sister, Anna, at Auburn University in the fall, Monday-qualified for the World Wide Technology Championship in Mexico last November where he made his PGA Tour debut. 

Chase Hughes, who is the youngest player in match play (14 years, 3 months, 7 days), survived with a 1 up victory over Cayse Morgan. Hughes sealed his spot in tomorrow’s Round of 32 with a par on the last after Morgan was unable to get up-and-down. 

Xihuan Chang, the highest-ranked player in the field, according to WAGR (No. 57), advanced by beating Ayden Fynaut, 4 and 3. Chang, from the People’s Republic of China, has won two China Golf Association (CLPGA) events this year and finished runner-up at the China Amateur Open. 

Quotable

“He [Rich Wills] hit a ton of good shots on the back nine and brought himself back in it. I hit a bad drive on 18 in the bunker and made bogey so went to extra holes. I just figured, ‘win the next hole and you’re done.’” – Trevor Gutschewski, on his mindset heading into extra holes, after relinquishing a 4 up lead 

“The crowd was great. They came out even with the rain this morning, they still showed up.” – Miles Russell 

“[The South Course] is amazing. It’s one of the best courses I’ve ever played. It’s just a great championship venue for the USGA and it’s an honor to play. I just hope to play a few more rounds here.” – Luke Colton 

“It’s going to be a shot I remember all my life. I switched clubs; went from a 6-iron to a 5-iron. I had been hitting it good all day and as soon as I hit it, it came off unbelievably good off the clubface. It was tracking in the air, and it pitched, and the ball started rolling, rolling, and it just disappeared. Everyone put their hands up and started screaming. It was a moment of happiness.” – Lev Grinberg, on his albatross on the par-5 12th hole 

“They are some dogs. I know I’m going to have to play a couple of them coming in, so I’m ready.” – Blades Brown, on the other U.S. National Junior Team members advancing to the Round of 32