Kesterson takes down Nurski to win Missouri Amateur
6/23/2019 | by AmateurGolf.com Staff
see also: View results for Missouri Amateur, Milburn Golf & Country Club
Walker Kesterson had to go through Brad Nurski, one of the best mid-ams in the country, to win the state amateur title.
Kesterson, a Hartsburg, Mo., native who is about to enter his senior season at Southern Mississippi trailed for much of Sunday’s championship match at Hickory Hills. He was 2 down by No. 8 tee, but fought back to all square by the time he reached No. 14 tee.
At No. 17, Nurski lost his advantage when he flew his approach over the green, left his return chip short and ended up with bogey. The real magic for Kesterson happened at No. 18, when he missed the green but chipped in for a birdie. Nurksi had an opportunity to force extra holes with a 15-footer but missed the putt to give Kesterson the win.
Results: Missouri Amateur
| Place | Player | Location | Pts | Scores |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | Hartsburg, MO | 200 | ||
| Runner-up | St. Joseph, MO | 100 | ||
| Semifinals | Columbia, MO | 50 | ||
| Semifinals | Springfield, MO | 50 | ||
| Medalist | St. Joseph, MO | 25 |
About the Missouri Amateur
36 holes of stroke play qualifying to determine 64 players for match play. Entries are open to male amateur golfers who are current members of the MGA, play at clubs who are members of the Missouri Golf Association with a certified handicap index of ...
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