Event 1 – Where Doug and his Dad Attend the U.S. Open Men’s Golf Championship at Pinehurst No. 2

Pinehurst No. 2 Lamp
This banner on the lamp post at Pinehurst No. 2 says it all.

The Written Word

  • Event 1, Part 1 – Reflections on a hectic few days and the trip to North Carolina in advance of the U.S. Open.
  • Event 1, Part 2 – Reflections on a day spent at Pinehurst No. 2 as members of the gallery for the 124th U.S. Open’s first round.

Still Images

  • A statue of the Pinehurst mascot on the grounds.
  • The parking lot early on Thursday morning with a steady stream of cars coming in.
  • Doug and his dad upon entering the U.S. Open.
  • The ubiquitous Rolex clock found at all majors.
  • Doug and his dad under the famous Payne Stewart statue.
  • Dad taking a break and checking out Tiger Woods’ tee shot at No. 10.
  • Looking down No. 18 over the native area toward the green and clubhouse.
  • Our morning view of the 13th green.
  • This handsign features quite a trio of players.
  • Tiger Woods lines up his putt on the 13th green.
  • From left, Russell Henley, Patrick Cantlay, and Matt Kuchar.
  • The backside of the Pinehurst No. 2 clubhouse.
  • Will Zalatoris got up close and personal with the gallery on No. 13.
  • The 2024 class of inductees into the Professional Gofl Hall of Fame.
  • Hall of Famer Mark McCumber takes a photo his exhibit at the Golf Hall of Fame.
  • The Solheim Cup trophy.
  • The Masters Trophy.
  • The Ryder Cup.
  • The leaderboard during Thursday’s first round.
  • The course comes about its name honestly, here are some towering pines.
  • Eventual champion Bryson DeChambeau walks off the 12th tee.
  • The lovely bloom for a magnolia tree.
  • Tyrell Hatton and his caddie at the 11th hole.
  • The 18th green and PInehurst No. 2 clubhouse as seen from the main grandstand.
  • Colin Morikawa chips during Wednesday’s practice session.
  • Phil Mickelson putts during Wednesday’s practice session.
  • Justin Thomas and Scottie Scheffler during Wednesday’s practice session.
  • The U.S. Open was the 1,000 USGA Championship.
  • The 17th tee as seen during Wednesday’s practice session.
  • The Payne Stewart statue lies beyond the North Carolina flora.

Video

Beginning the Around the World in 80 Sporting Events journey with freshly cleaned teeth:-)
Loaded and ready to roll.
Our approach to the main gate at the 124th U.S. Open.
A 360-degree view atop the 18th grandstand at Pinehurst No. 2.
Tiger Woods sinks a par putt at the par-4 13th hole during the first round of the 124th U.S. Open.
Check out the size of the Red Lot and the number of cars parked therein.

Audio

A preview of what to expect in Pinehurst, NC, if you’re attending the U.S. Open.
A quick Conversation with Jerry Hill on what he’s looking forward to experiencing at Pinehurst No. 2.
A follow-up Conversation with Jerry Hill on what the U.S. Open experience was like.

Fun Facts

  • Traveling Party – Doug and his dad; met with longtime family friend Scott Jewson for dinner while in North Carolina
  • Last Time There: This was Doug and Jerry’s first visit to Pinehurst No. 2
  • Running List of States Traveled To/Through: Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, & West Virginia
  • Running List of Countries Traveled To/Through: United States
  • Distance Traveled – Approximately 1,406 miles round trip
  • Cumulative Distance Traveled – Approximately 1,406 miles

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