Golfweek Senior National

Past Champions & Results

5 years on record · 2022–2026

2026 Champion

Bryan Hoops

75-68-68=211

Runner-upYancey Johnson · 72-77-72=221

2026 Results

WinnerBryan Hoops75-68-68=211

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About the tournament

The Golfweek Senior National Championship returns to Benvenue Country Club in Rocky Mount, NC, a historic Donald Ross design opened in 1922. This three-day stroke play championship features four age divisions: Senior (55-64), Super Senior (65-69), Legends (70-74), and Super Legends (75+), with a maximum handicap of 8.0.

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Tournament Facts

FormatStroke Play

DivisionsSeniorMen

Holes543 rounds

CutNo cut

Eligibility

Age 55+; Handicap Index ≤ 8.0; Four age divisions: Senior (55-64), Super Senior (65-69), Legends (70-74), Super Legends (75+)

Strategic Insight

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Expected cut lineNo cutAfter 36 holes

Strength of field

The tournament attracts top-ranked senior amateurs from across the nation, with past champions including Bryan Hoops, Trent Gregory, and frequent contender Kevin VandenBerg, who has long held the top spot in Golfweek National Senior Amateur Rankings.

Course expectations

Benvenue's small, fast, undulating greens are the signature challenge, demanding strong iron play and accurate approach shots. The back nine is longer with more trees and penalty ditches, and Ross's classic bunkering protects greens throughout the layout.

Weather risk

Mid-June in eastern North Carolina brings heat and humidity, with afternoon thunderstorms common. Hydration and early tee times will be crucial.

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