Virginia players compete well at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 10:05 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The 126th U.S. Open took place over the weekend at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York, featuring four former Virginia Cavaliers. Ben James and Ben Kohles made the cut, both finishing tied for 23rd at +5 for the tournament. James closed with a 67 on Sunday, marking his first time making the cut at the U.S. Open. Kohles, competing in his third U.S. Open, posted consistent scores throughout the event. Bryan Lee and Jimmy Stanger, also representing Virginia, did not make the cut, finishing at +7.
- •Ben James and Ben Kohles both made the cut at the U.S. Open.
- •James shot a closing round of 67, his best in the tournament.
- •Kohles recorded consistent scores, achieving a tied finish for 23rd.
- •Bryan Lee and Jimmy Stanger finished at +7 and missed the cut.
- •The tournament showcased a challenging course with no player under par.
- 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — ’Hoos in the U.S. Open: Four former Cavaliers took on Shinnecock Hills over the weekend
"Former ’Hoos Ben James and Ben Kohles each made the cut at the U.S. Open.
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