John Bodenhamer discusses 2026 U.S. Open setup for Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:53 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
John Bodenhamer, the USGA’s chief championships officer, outlines the challenges of preparing Shinnecock Hills for the 2026 U.S. Open. He emphasized the need to balance testing the world's best players without overwhelming them. Bodenhamer acknowledged issues from previous Opens at Shinnecock in 2004 and 2018, noting that course conditions changed rapidly due to environmental factors. He plans to implement a new approach to course preparation that gradually builds up the conditions for players throughout the championship week.
- •Bodenhamer has been with USGA since 2011.
- •Shinnecock Hills features unique environmental challenges.
- •New setup strategy involves a gradual buildup to conditions.
- •Green speeds will be slower than in past Opens at the venue.
- •Bodenhamer aims to avoid issues seen in 2004 and 2018.
- 5:53 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open 2026: The man charged with setting up Shinnecock outlines the delicate balance he's seeking
"John Bodenhamer recognizes why the golf course presents a unique test for the USGA in its efforts to test the world's best players without humiliating them.
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