"Hope sprang eternal for the 88 who started, on an overcast day that turned gorgeous, then to drama in the dusk."
Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 07:52 AM
Geoff in 2011 U.S. Open

Bill Dwyre files a wonderful write up of the Oakmont/Glendale qualifier in today's LA Times, staying until dark when Brian Locke dramatically won in a playoff to capture the fifth spot. He also tells us about 16-year old Beau Hossler and his impressive play.

The package included some great photos and huge page one Sports placement in today's paper, capturing the essence of the sectionals.



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