Multiple Former College Golfers Compete in 2025 US Open at Oakmont

The 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club features a mix of seasoned PGA Tour players and promising amateurs battling one of golf's toughest courses. New York area golfers Ryan McCormick and James Nicholas narrowly made the cut after missing crucial putts, with the cut line settling at 7-over par. Former Oklahoma State Cowboys Viktor Hovland and Wyndham Clark hold competitive positions after day one, with Hovland tied for 20th and Clark at four over par. North Carolina Tar Heels Ben Griffin and Ryan Gerard are also in the field, with Griffin entering the tournament in strong form, boasting two PGA Tour wins this season and top-ten finishes at majors. LSU’s Sam Burns and Philip Barbaree prepared to compete, while John Peterson awaits potential entry as an alternate, and Ole Miss amateurs Michael La Sasso and Cameron Tankersley are participating, striving for the prestigious Low Amateur Medal and possible career-changing exposure. The tournament coverage runs extensively on USA Network and Peacock, highlighting the mix of established players and rising talents vying for the championship.