Brooks Thomas competes Sunday in the final round of the Chattanooga men’s Metro at Brainerd Golf Course. Thomas is part of a Chattanooga-based contingent of more than 15 golfers competing to play in the U.S. Amateur.Two of the most prestigious amateur golf tournaments in the world will be played during the next three weeks and they’re both less than two hours of driving time from the Chattanooga courthouse.
The Southern Amateur starts Wednesday at The Honors Course in Ooltewah.
The U.S. Amateur starts Aug., 11 at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek, Ga.
For golfers who don’t have spot to participate in either event quite yet, today is their day to earn their spot to play against elite amateur golfers from across the world.
“Monday reminds me of the U.S. Open qualifying process,” The Honors Course head professional Henrik Simonsen said. “There are good amateurs who want to rub elbows with up-and-comers and compete against the best in the world.”