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Golfer Defies Odds with Unique Hand
20 Jul
Summary
- Teen golfer Jack Bennett excels despite a congenital hand condition.
- He achieved a personal best score of 76 in MIAA golf.
- Bennett aims to qualify for the U.S. Adaptive Open next summer.
Jack Bennett, a 16-year-old golfer from Baltimore, is already among the top players in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association. He has consistently carded personal-best scores of 76, a testament to his dedication and skill. Bennett's ability on the golf course is particularly noteworthy as he was born with symbrachydactyly, a condition that resulted in underdeveloped fingers on his left hand.
Despite this challenge, Bennett has adapted his grip to excel. In 2025, he earned All-MIAA B Conference honors. This past spring, he was instrumental in Curley High School capturing the B Conference title, a historic first for the team in its 42-year existence. His coach, Mark Johnson, marvels at Bennett's performance, noting his incredible short game.
Bennett's focus is now on improving his game and qualifying for the U.S. Adaptive Open, an international tournament for golfers with disabilities, scheduled for next summer. He sees this as an opportunity to test his skills against other exceptional golfers and prove to himself that he can compete at the highest level.
