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Teen Sensation Shoots 61 in City Golf Qualifiers
19 Jul
Summary
- A 15-year-old golfer shot an impressive 61 at Fendrich.
- Multiple playoffs determined the final spots in the tournament.
- The tournament field will feature 150 players next month.
The stage is set for the 2026 Romain Cadillac Evansville Men's City Tournament, with qualifying rounds held on Saturday, July 18, at Fendrich and Helfrich courses. These rounds determined the final participants for the main event, scheduled to begin on Saturday, August 1, at Fendrich.
A standout performance came from 15-year-old Austin Abbott, who fired a low round of 61 at Fendrich, marked by nine birdies and no bogeys. Other notable scores from Fendrich included 66s from Jace Day, Nathan Hoss, and Alex Manion, with the cut line set at 5-over 75, leading to a six-player playoff.
At Helfrich, Kyle Aiton and Garrison Clowdus posted the low rounds with even-par 71s. The cut here was 9-over 80, resulting in a ten-player playoff for six available spots. A total of 150 players, including those who qualified previously or are past champions, will compete in the tournament.
Both qualifying courses saw significant competition, with 34 spots awarded from 92 players at Fendrich and 33 spots from 93 players at Helfrich. The list of all players who advanced from both locations has been made public.
