Boston Golfer Claims Medalist Honors In USGA Qualifier
A Boston golfer claimed top honors at a USGA qualifying event at Renaissance Golf Club, while the Red Sox continued their homestand at Fenway Park with another lopsided win over the Chicago White Sox.
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Matthew Naumec of Boston shot a 6-under 66 to claim medalist honors at the 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur and U.S. Senior Women's Amateur qualifying held at Renaissance Golf Club, according to MassGolf. Naumec secured the top spot with a two-putt birdie on the 18th hole, edging out Robert Henley of New London, according to the report.
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