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U.S. Walker Cup team announced for September matches in Ireland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 10:03 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

U.S. Walker Cup team announced for September matches in Ireland
Summary

The U.S. Walker Cup team has been finalized for the matches scheduled on Sept. 5-6 at Lahinch, Ireland. Six players were named, including Jay Leng, William Jennings, Ryder Cowan, Josiah Gilbert, Kihei Akina, and Stewart Hagestad. Captain Nathan Smith will lead a total of ten players, including returning members Preston Stout and Ethan Fang from last year’s victorious squad. The U.S. holds a 40-9-1 lead in the all-time series against Great Britain and Ireland. The opposing team’s roster will be revealed on Monday morning, with several returning players already confirmed.

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  • •Match slated for Sept. 5-6 at Lahinch, Ireland.
  • •Jay Leng and five others complete the 10-man U.S. team.
  • •U.S. aims for a sixth consecutive Walker Cup victory.
  • •Six players from Great Britain and Ireland confirmed for the team.
  • •Captain Nathan Smith led the U.S. to a 17-9 win last year.
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  • 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Walker Cup team finalized for September matches in Ireland
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The U.S. Walker Cup team was finalized Sunday evening. This year’s match is scheduled for Sept. 5-6 at Lahinch in Ireland.

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