Round 1 Recap: AmateurGolf.com Two Man Links & Father-Son at Torrey Pines

Father-Son Division (Gross): Aiden Canada and Darren Canada took early control with a 3-under 69, edging Donald Miller and Zachary Miller at 70 (-2). Jeremy Smith/Michael Smith and Connor O’Toole/Thomas O’Toole sit close behind after even-par 72s.

• Aiden Canada + Darren Canada: 69 (-3)
• Donald Miller + Zachary Miller: 70 (-2)
• Jeremy Smith + Michael Smith: 72 (E)
• Connor O’Toole + Thomas O’Toole: 72 (E)

Two Man Links Open Division (Gross): Dale Syta and Mark Ramos lead after posting 73 (+1), opening a two-shot cushion over Jeff Lane/Robert Stone at 75 (+3). Barry Castle and Russell Johnson are third at 76 (+4).

• Dale Syta + Mark Ramos: 73 (+1)
• Jeff Lane + Robert Stone: 75 (+3)
• Barry Castle + Russell Johnson: 76 (+4)

As the fog finally lifted and the Pacific reappeared, the test remained the same. Players return tomorrow expecting clearer skies — and the same Torrey rough that makes every shot count.

For 25 years, AmateurGolf.com has taken competitive amateurs to the most storied destinations in the game — Pebble Beach, Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley. This week, the journey feels different.

Tomorrow, the Two-Man Links & Father-Son Championship at Torrey Pines begins, marking the first time we’ve hosted a championship event in our own backyard — on the same cliffs, fairways, and greens that have defined San Diego golf for generations.

It’s a milestone moment for the company, and a bucket-list opportunity for the players teeing it up.

A Venue That Needs No Introduction

Torrey Pines South Course is woven into modern golf history. It’s where Tiger Woods authored one of the greatest performances ever at the 2008 U.S. Open. It’s hosted two U.S. Opens, countless PGA TOUR events, and most recently welcomed the world’s best at the 2025 Genesis Invitational.

This week, it belongs to competitive amateurs.

Players will experience both Torrey Pines North and South, with the championship round finishing at Coronado Golf Course, a scenic and strategic coastal test that provides a fitting close to the week.

Championship Format & What’s at Stake

The event features a 54-hole best-ball format, open to all two-person teams, including a dedicated Father & Son Championship that competes for divisional honors while remaining eligible for overall titles.

Divisions include:

• Open Team (Gross & Net)
• Father & Son (Gross & Net)
• Senior bonus for teams with both players age 50+

Net scoring will be played at 80% of course handicap, with yardages set up to reward strong ball-striking while remaining playable for all divisions.

The Complete Championship Experience

Beyond the golf, this event delivers the full AmateurGolf.com championship experience:

• Three tournament rounds at Torrey Pines North, Torrey Pines South, and Coronado
• Three nights at The Lodge at Torrey Pines, overlooking the famed 18th green
• $15,000 in tee gifts and prizes
• Welcome gifts and a final awards reception

From sunrise tee shots above the Pacific to evenings at one of San Diego’s premier resorts, the week blends elite competition with an unforgettable setting.

Why This One Matters

Hosting a championship at Torrey Pines has been years in the making. With AmateurGolf.com headquartered just up the road, bringing the Two-Man Links to San Diego represents both a homecoming and a statement — that elite amateur competition belongs on the game’s biggest stages.

For players, it’s a chance to walk in the footsteps of legends. For families and partners, it’s three days of shared competition at a place that rarely opens its doors this wide. And for AmateurGolf.com, it’s the start of a new chapter.