Oakmont Country Club will play host to its record 10th U.S. Open in June when the 125th edition of the toughest test in golf arrives in Western Pennsylvania.
To celebrate the championship, the USGA announced Wednesday that it is teaming up with Oakmont and the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association to invest $1 million into the public golf courses and communities in the area. The investment will also provide learning opportunities for those interested in careers in golf.
“The key to sustaining growth in the game relies on a thriving public golf ecosystem, and it’s why the USGA has promoted it for more than 100 years,” Mike Whan, the USGA CEO, said in a statement. “Public courses are entryways that provide affordable, player-friendly golf across America. As the game continues to grow as a recreational sport, we need to ensure these community gems have the tools they need to succeed — and it starts with us.”
Allegheny County’s North Park and South Park courses will receive funding to help increase participation at their courses and help with sustainability goals. Bob O’Connor Golf Course in Schenley Park in Pittsburgh also will receive funding. All three courses offer greens fees for under $20.
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The USGA’s Pathway Internship will give 24 college or graduate students an opportunity to have access to golf and business leaders during championship week, giving them a look at several different career opportunities in the game of golf.
Regional and local parks in Oakmont and Plum will benefit from the USGA’s community giveback program that supports outdoor recreation and increased green space.
“There’s so much good that comes from hosting a national championship, and we want to shed light on all of it,” John Lynch, president of Oakmont Country Club, said in a statement. “This year, we’re showing the golf community what the City of Champions is all about, and making sure golf is part of its sports legacy.”
The 2025 U.S. Open will take place June 12-15.
