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For UF’s Parker Bell, Dream of Playing in U.S. Open — at Pinehurst — Was Years in Making

Friday June 21, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Dressed head to toe in a black, tweed golf cap, a red sweater vest with black-and-white patches and knee-length navy knickers, then fourth-grade …
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What Makes Pinehurst Special: The Golfing Mecca in the Carolina Sandhills

Thursday June 20, 2024

By Chandler Hawkes, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — For this year’s U.S. Open winner, Bryson DeChambeau, Pinehurst No. 2 holds a special place in his heart. For DeChambeau, the iconic course …
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U.S. Open Has Become a True International Stage For Golf’s Best

Thursday June 20, 2024

By Jada Ross, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Golf is a sport unlike any other. It’s a sport with a great deal of history, one that continues to grow around the world. The U.S. Open is a …
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Little Shop of History: The Old Golf Shop in Pinehurst, N.C.

Wednesday June 19, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Robert Hansen, 77, started playing golf when he was 6 years old. Originally from New Jersey, Hansen was drawn to Pinehurst, N.C., because of its …
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True North: The History of UF Men’s Golfers at the U.S. Open

Wednesday June 19, 2024

By Alexander Vafeas, Sports@CJC The U.S. Open has long been known as the America’s national golf championship. It should come as no surprise that the University of Florida’s men’s golf …
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The Unsung Stars at the U.S. Open? Thousands of Golf-Loving Volunteers

Wednesday June 19, 2024

By Hannah Mack, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. – The top golfers in the world make the U.S. Open one of the country’s most unique and exciting sporting events year after year. However, the …
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Photo Gallery: Bryson DeChambeau Wins the 2024 U.S. OPen

Tuesday June 18, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Bryson DeChambeau captured his second U.S. Open title, edging Rory McIlroy in dramatic fashion at Pinehurst No. 2 in Pinehurst, North Carolina. …
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Photo Gallery: Best Pics from the Final Round of the U.S. Open

Monday June 17, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC It was a memorable final round of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 on Sunday. Bryson DeChambeau captured his second U.S. Open in dramatic fashion, edging out Rory …
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Former UF Golfer Ryan Orr Caddies For One of Open’s Surprise Stories

Monday June 17, 2024

By Hannah Mack, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — After being a professional golfer for five years, former University of Florida golfer Ryan Orr has switched from taking the shots to calling them.  …
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DeChambeau Wins Second U.S. Open Title in Dramatic Fashion at Pinehurst

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Chandler Hawkes, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Bryson DeChambeau stands atop the golf world once again, winning the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 and capturing his second major …
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Photo Gallery: Best Pics From Round 3 of the U.S. Open

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC From Bryson DeChambeau to Rory McIlroy, some of the biggest stars in golf shined brightest in the third round. Here are UF’s best pictures from Round 3. …
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What Kids at Pinehurst Think About the U.S. Open

Sunday June 16, 2024

  Video By Brooke Ginaitt, Sports@CJC More than 100,000 fans came through the gates at Pinehurst No. 2 for the 2024 U.S. Open. Many of them were kids. Here’s what some of golf’s …
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Playing ‘Boring Golf,’ DeChambeau Thrills U.S. Open Crowd, Surges Into Lead

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Jada Ross, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. —Seeking his second career U.S. Open title, Bryson DeChambeau surged into the lead Saturday at Pinehurst No. 2 after firing a 3-under-par 67. It sets up …
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How The World’s 10 Best Golfers Have Fared This Week at the U.S. Open

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Alexander Vafeas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — The U.S. Open has been known as the major championship that doesn’t care if you are world’s No. 1 golfer or an amateur making his first …
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Four Tricky Pinehurst Holes That Could Determine This Year’s U.S. Open Champion

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Chandler Hawkes, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — With the 124th U.S. Open championship hanging in the balance, Bryson DeChambeau sits atop the leaderboard at 7-under par. Given that three …
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Seeking Best U.S. Open Finish Since 2013, UF’s Horschel Hits Speed Bump

Sunday June 16, 2024

By Hannah Mack, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Billy Horschel slowed down in Round 3 of the U.S. Open, shooting a 4-over 74 Saturday at Pinehurst No. 2 and dropping into a tie for 25th place. …
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Photo Gallery: Best Pics From Round 2 of the U.S. Open

Saturday June 15, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC Tiger Woods missed the cut, as did UF sophomore Parker Bell, despite surging to an even-par 70. Meanwhile, 24-year-old Swedish star Ludvig Åberg leads the U.S. Open in …
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Woods Misses U.S. Open Cut; Former Gator Horschel Surges After 67

Saturday June 15, 2024

By Hannah Mack, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Three-time U.S. Open champion Tiger Woods missed the cut Friday at the 2024 Open, joining five other former champions who are headed home after long …
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UF’s Bell Caps First U.S. Open Trip With Stellar 70, But Misses Cut

Saturday June 15, 2024

By Alexander Vafeas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — I really have nothing to lose. UF sophomore Parker Bell knew he needed something special Friday to keep his hopes of making the cut in his …
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Photo Gallery: Best Pics From Round 1 of the U.S. Open

Friday June 14, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — Golf’s biggest stars were out in force in the opening round of the U.S. Open from the historic Pinehurst No. 2 course. Seeking his first …
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U.S. Open Debut a Proud Moment For UF’s Parker Bell, Family

Friday June 14, 2024

By Jada Ross, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C.— On an unforgettable day, UF men’s golf star Parker Bell had a moment he’ll always remember: He was leading the U.S. Open. Bell, 20, made his …
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Photo Gallery: UF Sophomore Parker Bell Makes U.S. Open Debut

Friday June 14, 2024

By Ashleigh Lucas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — UF sophomore golfer Parker Bell made his U.S. Open debut Thursday at Pinehurst No. 2 golf course, with a large contingent of family and friends …
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Sergio Garcia Makes Most of Late Entry into U.S. Open in Round 1 at Pinehurst

Friday June 14, 2024

By Chandler Hawkes, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — After a first round in which just 15 players shot under par Thursday, Sergio Garcia finds himself in the Top 10 of the leaderboard after firing …
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McIlroy, Cantlay Share Early U.S. Open Lead; Former Gator Horschel Opens With 73

Thursday June 13, 2024

By Alexander Vafeas, Sports@CJC PINEHURST, N.C. — One hundred and fifty-six golfers, 75 types of plants lining the course and a mere 15 rounds under par in Round 1. Pinehurst’s No. 2 …