Kuang and Thomas Shines at LV NationalT

The US Amateur Qualifier wrapped up at Las Vegas National this afternoon.  65 golfers representing many states and countries took aim at clinching 2 invitations to Oakland Hills Country Club, August 15-21.

After Round 1, Las Vegas local and UNLV golfer Ben Davis was tied with Van Thomas, another local,  for the tournament lead.  Lurking just 1 shot back was Southern California Junior Golfer Edwin Kuang.

Heading into the Round 2, players knew they would have to post a round in the 60’s to give themselves a chance.  Kuang began to pull away on the front 9 after shooting a 33 taking a two shot lead into the backside.  Thomas stormed back on the back 9 eagling the 13th and 15th hole. In the end, Kuang and Thomas took home medalist honors and qualified for the United States Amateur Championship.

Qualifiers:

• Van Thomas
• Edwin Kuang

Alternates:

• Ben Davis
• Jack Murdoch

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The SNGA would like to thank Las Vegas National for all their support of the Southern Nevada Golf Association!