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Miles Russell, 17, has his dad caddie to finish his US Open debut in a Father's Day surprise
By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Miles Russell had quite a Father's Day gift for his dad: the chance to be caddie in his son's U.S. Open debut.The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.“It was kind ...
Key takeaway The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.
Why this matters in The Pearland
For Pearland residents, Miles Russell's U.S. Open debut is a notable achievement, given the city's strong support for youth golf programs. As a 17-year-old amateur, Russell's participation in the tournament is a testament to the area's thriving golf scene, which has produced several talented young players in recent years. The fact that Russell was able to make the cut and finish the tournament at 7 over par is a significant accomplishment, and his decision to have his father caddie for him on the final hole adds a heartwarming local touch to the story. With Russell set to join Florida State's golf team, Pearland golf fans will be eager to follow his progress and see how he develops as a player. His experience at the U.S. Open will likely inspire other young golfers in the area to pursue their own dreams of competing at the highest level.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Miles Russell had quite a Father's Day gift for his dad: the chance to be caddie in his son's U.S. Open debut.The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.“It was kind ...
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