Historic classic famous for strategic bunkering and wicker baskets.
Merion's East Course is 6,846 yards of wicker baskets and quarry terror. In August the U.S. Amateur returns, which means the field starts in local qualifying — at a muni near you.
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| Pos | Player | From | Points |
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| Win | Stewart Hagestad | CA | 500 |
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| Win | Randy Haag | CA | 700 |
| Runner-Up | Mike McCoy | IA | 400 |
| Semifinals | Bob Royak | GA | 300 |
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