Benjamin James

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Road to Pinehurst No. 2

Final Qualifying: Shot 67-64 at Canoe Brook Country Club (North & South Courses) in Summit, N.J., on June 3

Bio

The 21-year-old from Milford, Conn., will make his U.S. Open debut after shooting 11-under 131 to share medalist honors at the Canoe Brook C.C. qualifier in Summit, N.J. James enjoyed a strong sophomore season at the University of Virginia, culminating with a runner-up finish in the NCAA Division I Championships at Omni La Costa Resort's North Course in Carlsbad, Calif. James is the first Cavalier to be a multiple first-team All-American. A year ago, he won the Phil Mickelson Award for being the country's top freshman. He also represented the USA on the victorious Walker Cup Team at St. Andrews in Scotland. Represented the U.S on the 2023 Palmer Cup Team and will play on the side again after the U.S. Open at Lahinch. Advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2023 U.S. Amateur, losing to Parker Bell in 19 holes. Received a sponsor's exemption into the 2023 Travelers Championship in his home state of Connecticut.