Jack Whaley makes history by winning U.S. Amateur Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:02 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Jack Whaley, a senior at Florida State, won the U.S. Amateur Championship at Merion Golf Club on August 16. He is the first Seminole golfer to secure the Havemeyer Trophy. Prior to this, Whaley had a notable career at Dalton State, winning the NAIA national championship in 2025. His victory grants him exemptions into major events like the 2027 Masters and U.S. Open. Whaley acknowledged his coach, Trey Jones, for significantly contributing to his development as a golfer.
- •Whaley is the first Seminole to win the U.S. Amateur Championship.
- •He won the championship match against Stanford's Jay Leng Jr.
- •Whaley set a national championship record while at Dalton State.
- •His victory leads to invitations for the 2027 Masters and U.S. Open.
- •He credits his coach Trey Jones for his successful collegiate career.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Amateur victory propels FSU's Jack Whaley into major spotlight
"From NAIA star to being the first Seminole to win the U.S. Amateur champ, Jack Whaley returns to FSU with history made and major championship dreams.
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