Major(s) News & Notes, June 29th, 2023

Framework lacks specifics except when it comes to the OWGR. Plus, a Pebble preview, USGA clarifies McIlroy's drop, LACC was cruel to missed drives, Team USA's Ryder Cup issues and other stuff.

Sixth Sense

How did LACC's 6th fare against the world's best? Plus, will it join lists of golf's inspired short par 4's?

A post 2023 U.S. Open breakdown of the drivable two-shotter.

The USGA has posted highlights of 6th hole action viewable here:

Major(s) News & Notes, June 23rd, 2023

Women's PGA is underway, Riviera's U.S. Open is official, USA Walker Cup players announced, a surprisingly tough hole at LACC, and other Reads.

The Quad’s weekly news and notes from the world of major golf.

McKellar Golf Podcast: Post U.S. Open Recap

You know the drill: Lawrence Donegan and yours truly discussing what matters and in this case, the 2023 U.S. Open in Los Angeles.

Monday At The U.S. Open: (Some) Sun, Actual Practice And A Little 17 Preview

Day one of the 2023 U.S. Open at L.A. North firms up the course. But do we really need the team entourages? Plus, Tee Times, the short par 3 in play Tuesday, and a George Thomas film.

Hooray For Hollywood: The U.S. Open Has Arrived!

Final preview info for your last minute cramming pleasure. Plus, first thoughts on the course setup, NBC's plans, the forecast, odds, and some spectating tips.

L.A. North's 15th & 16th

A wee par 3 may be stand out during the upcoming U.S. Open week. It is followed by a massive par 4 to begin a spectacular set of finishing holes.

Weekend Wrap And Golf's Longest Day Preview

Viktor Hovland wins the Memorial, Rose Zhang makes history and U.S. Open spots are available across the land on Monday.

Major(s) News & Notes, June 1, 2023

The Fried Egg's L.A. North first look. Plus, Mickelson's LIV/rest theory, Rickie rebuts the USGA and R&A by saying players are not really longer, Quotables, This, That, And Reads.

When In L.A.: Options For Visiting Golf Fans

Tee times at nearby classics will be tough to obtain. Hell with Riviera and Bel-Air!

Here are top June attractions if you're coming to the 2023 U.S. Open and want to experience the City of Angels.

Q&A With Max Homa

2013's Pac 12 champion discusses his return to the scene of an opening round 61. Plus, the SoCal native explains how the 2023 U.S. Open course compares to Riviera and his plans for managing the week.

L.A. North's 11th & 12th

No holiday break for the march to 2023's U.S. Open golf in Los Angeles June 12-18: Captain George Thomas's 11th and 12th holes are examined, with a little weekend pro golf wrap thrown in.

Major(s) News & Notes May 25th, 2023

Post-PGA wrap, Block's latest moves, Ryder Cup standings, U.S. Open Final Qualifying news, PGA Frisco debuts and much more.

L.A. North's 10th

My newsletter is a little different this year with my role in restoring the U.S. Open host course. But I know my fine subscribers would be disappointed if I didn’t dive deep into the course. So here is the 10th hole look and a reminder for players to stop and smell the Thomas roses.

L.A. North's 9th Hole

The Quad’s deep dive into Los Angeles Country Club’s North Course design and restoration continues.

A par 3 closes out the 2023 U.S. Open's opening nine. The ninth is a beautiful and difficult one-shotter with a mysterious backstory.