U.S. Open: 14-Year-Old Posts Incredible Score, Advances to Final Qualifying
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The likes of Miles Russell and Asterisk Talley are nearing the end of their junior playing days, but this age group continues to surprise golf fans. The latest came from Knoxville, Tennessee and goes by the name of Raymond ReBell.
At just 14 years old, ReBell managed to win one of the four tickets to the US Open Final Qualifier that were distributed at the local qualifier held at Three Ridges Golf Course in Knoxville. In the process, he outlasted more than a few pros, including some with experience on the PGA Tour's feeder circuits, such as Chris Hickman and Van Holmgren.
ReBell had four birdies and one bogey for a 3-under 69, which tied him with four other players. A playoff was necessary, and the rising star birdied the second hole to earn the fourth and final ticket to the next stage.
Raymond ReBell of the Boys 14-15 group competes during the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship at Augusta National Golf Club on April 06, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia.
Raymond ReBell of the Boys 14-15 group competes during the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship at Augusta National Golf Club on April 06, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia.As ReBell's father, Ryan, revealed in his X account, the kid almost had an ace on the 208-yard par-3 second playoff hole, where he ended up carding birdie. Ryan also said his son's average drive is 265 yards, which is impressive considering his age.
The Knoxville local qualifier was won by Keenan Huskey and William Nottingham with a 4-under score. The third qualifier, a playoff winner like ReBell, was Christopher Zhang.
It is not yet known where the Maryville, Tennessee native will play the final qualifier. According to another post on X by the his father, it could be at the Atlanta, Georgia event, which will be played at the Piedmont Driving Club on June 2.
Almost aced the playoff 208yd par 3… This was left for birdie🇺🇸⛳️ pic.twitter.com/XO7YraIKoT — Ryan ReBell (@Oprtnst) April 23, 2025
ReBell has played in only one American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) event in 2025, the AJGA Preview presented by Visit Sevierville/Tennessee Tourism. He finished tied for 9th with rounds of 76 and 77.
The Maryville High School student also competed in the pre-Masters Tournament Drive, Chip and Putt Championship at Augusta National Golf Club a few weeks ago. He finished fourth in the 14-15 age group with 20 points, five behind winner Anthony Wu.
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