Crump Cup 2025: Semi-Finals Set at Pine Valley
9/27/2025 | by Kyle Rector of AmateurGolf.com
see also: The Crump Cup, Pine Valley Golf Club
Crump Cup semis set: Price, Wyatt, Massa, Slutzky advance at Pine Valley.
Pine Valley, NJ — September 27, 2025. After a dramatic Saturday at Pine Valley Golf Club, the semi-finalists are set for the 100th George Arthur Crump Memorial Tournament. The Championship Flight features defending champion Andrew Price looking to repeat, while the Senior Championship Flight saw the top seed fall in a stunning upset.
What to Know
- Defending Champ Still Alive: Andrew Price continues his title defense and will face former Alabama star Bobby Wyatt in the semis.
- Surprise Runs: Bobby Massa and Chadd Slutzky both advanced to the final four after grinding through tough matches.
- Seniors Shakeup: Robert F. Gerwin II knocked off No. 1 seed Gene Elliott, setting up a semi-final clash with Arnold Cutrell. On the other side, Michael McCoy will face Bob Royak.
- Sunday Showdowns: Semi-finals are scheduled for the morning, with the finals in the afternoon.
- No Public Access: Pine Valley remains closed to spectators for Sunday’s championship matches.
Saturday Recap
It was a day of drama across all flights. In the Championship Flight, Bobby Wyatt outlasted Andrew Bailey before taking down medalist Miguel Ordonez in a tight match. Defending champion Andrew Price was steady under pressure, surviving Kevin Grady and then dispatching Joseph Deraney. Bobby Massa rode a hot putter to edge Dan Walters and then held on against Brad Nurski. Chadd Slutzky stunned Stewart Hagestad in 22 holes before defeating Nick Geyer in extra holes to reach the final four.
The Senior Division was equally compelling. Robert F. Gerwin II handed top-seeded Gene Elliott a 1-up loss, while Arnold Cutrell advanced with a 3-and-2 win. Michael McCoy showed his major championship pedigree, beating Dave Ryan 2 and 1, and Bob Royak needed extra holes to eliminate Seth Sargent. Together, they form a semi-final lineup filled with veteran firepower.
Championship Flight — Match Play Bracket
| Quarterfinal Winners | Semi-Finals |
|---|---|
| Bobby Wyatt def. Andrew Bailey (2&1) | Bobby Wyatt vs Andrew Price |
| Andrew Price def. Joseph Deraney (2&1) | |
| Bobby Massa def. Brad Nurski (1 up) | Bobby Massa vs Chadd Slutzky |
| Chadd Slutzky def. Nick Geyer (20 holes) |
Senior Championship Flight — Match Play Bracket
| Quarterfinal Winners | Semi-Finals |
|---|---|
| Robert F. Gerwin II def. Gene Elliott (1 up) | Robert F. Gerwin II vs Arnold Cutrell |
| Arnold Cutrell def. Michael Kelley (3&2) | |
| Michael McCoy def. Dave Ryan (2&1) | Michael McCoy vs Bob Royak |
| Bob Royak def. Seth Sargent (19 holes) |
Sunday promises fireworks, with the finals in both divisions to be contested in the afternoon. Defending champions, new challengers, and Pine Valley’s unmatched stage set the tone for a historic finish to the 100th Crump Cup.
Note: Pine Valley Golf Club will not be open to the public for Sunday’s final matches.
About the Crump Cup
The George A. Crump Memorial Tournament -- named for the hotelier and course architect most famous for building Pine Valley -- is arguably the premier mid- amateur event in the United States. The invitational field is made of of top players from arou...
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