Miles Russell uses effective drill to enhance ball striking at U.S. Amateur

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Miles Russell uses effective drill to enhance ball striking at U.S. Amateur
Summary

At the U.S. Amateur, Miles Russell demonstrated his talent, but lost to Ryder Cowan 2 and 1. Russell, the top-ranked junior golfer, used a unique alignment stick drill to refine his ball striking during his warmup. Despite the loss, he confirmed his status as a prominent name among amateur competitors. His strong performance in earlier events, including a made cut at the U.S. Open, has made him a key player in the golf scene. His next steps involve continuing to develop his skills as he prepares for upcoming tournaments.

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  • Miles Russell lost to Ryder Cowan 2 and 1 at the U.S. Amateur.
  • He is the top-ranked junior golfer in the country.
  • Russell utilized a unique alignment stick drill for his swing.
  • He made a cut in his first major start at the U.S. Open this summer.
  • Russell is expected to compete in future amateur events.
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Miles Russell, the top-ranked junior golfer in the country, uses a simple alignment stick drill to train his swing.

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