August 12, 2024 | Maili Bartz
A look into the 2024 U.S. Mid-Amateur Qualifier held at Squire Creek Country Club in Choudrant, Louisiana on Monday, August 12, 2024.
Championship Links: Final Results
69 players competed in the the 2024 U.S. Mid-Amateur Qualifier held at Squire Creek Country Club in Choudrant, Louisiana. Tee times began this morning at 7:30 AM off the 1st and 10th tee. The course played to a par 72 at 7,002 yards.
Choudrant, LA – Clinton Shepard of Lafayette earned low medalist honors during today’s qualifier at Squire Creek, finishing the 18 holes with a score of four-under-par, 68. This performance follows his recent victory as the 32nd Louisiana Mid-Amateur Champion. Shepard’s round included a bogey-free back nine with five birdies and a single bogey on the fourth hole.
Tied for second place with scores of three-under-par, 69, were Douglas Dupont of Baton Rouge, Derek Busby of Choudrant, Winburne Hughes of Memphis, Tennessee, and Joel Alexander of Florence, Alabama. With three qualifying spots and two alternates available, these four golfers went into a playoff.
The playoff took place on the par-4 18th hole, where Derek Busby chipped in for birdie to claim one of the remaining qualifying spots. Joel Alexander made par to secure the last qualifying spot.
About the LGA
The Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to unifying the golf community across Louisiana. Since its inception in 1920, the LGA has expanded its scope to offer a variety of championships, including the Junior Amateur Championship and the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour. The LGA is committed to providing exceptional services in Championship Administration, USGA Handicap System oversight, and Rules of Golf authority, ensuring fair play and integrity throughout the state.
The LGA supports golfers of all levels through its Course Measuring and Rating services, comprehensive tournament management, and educational seminars on the Rules of Golf and Amateur Status. By partnering with entities like the Audubon Golf Trail and Gulf States PGA, the LGA fosters growth and inclusivity in the sport.
As the authoritative body for amateur golf in Louisiana, the LGA maintains the WHS Handicap Index, crucial for assessing individual performance, and continues to uphold the game’s traditions and values. For more information, visit LGA.org or contact us at 337-265-3938.
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