Twenty-one amateurs compete in the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills features 21 amateur golfers, making up over 13 percent of the field. Among them is Jackson Koivun, the world's No. 1 amateur, competing in his final event as an amateur. Others include Hamilton Coleman, the 2025 U.S. Junior Amateur champion, and Preston Stout, the NCAA individual champion. Each amateur earned qualification through various prestigious tournaments and qualifiers, showcasing a blend of youth and experience in the prestigious event.
- •Koivun earned his spot via the McCormack Medal.
- •Coleman qualified by winning the 2025 U.S. Junior Amateur.
- •Stout won the NCAA individual title to secure his place.
- •Amateurs represent a significant portion of the U.S. Open field.
- •This marks the first U.S. Open for several qualifiers.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Meet the 21 amateurs playing in the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
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