Two Man Links at Bandon Dunes: Mark and Jacob Phillips defend their title at 17-under
Jacob (left) and Mark Phillips won the Overall and Father & Son gross titles
The Two Man Links and Father & Son Championship brought one of it’s most diverse and competitive fields to the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort for its 22nd playing. When the final putts were holed at the resort’s original Bandon Dunes course today, father and son teams won their divisions, and bonuses for having the lowest overall scores as well.
Mark and Jacob Phillips from posted four rounds in the 60s to shoot 17-under for 72-holes to capture the father and son gross prize..The Atlanta-area duo did the same thing in 2019. After opening with a 66 at Bandon Trails and following with a 65 at Pacific Dunes, they opened up a gap that would only grow wider as the week progressed.
Randall Conn and Johan Andersson Randall Conn and Johan Andersson from Trophy Club, Texas did an excellent job giving chase, posting a solid four-round total of 10-under to win the open division trophy. They battled down the stretch for the senior title against tournament veterans Sherman Haggerty and Ben Whipple, who finished a shot back at 9-under. Friends from the Sacramento area in California, Haggerty and Whipple have played in every one of the Two Man Links events – Haggerty himself has played an amazing 20 times.
Ben Whipple and Sherman Haggerty Jerry Silva of Taupo, New Zealand not only came the farthest to play the tournament this year, he and his son Andrew won the father and son net title and overall bonus as well. Their score of 23-under net was highlighted by a final round of 7-under 65 at Bandon Dunes in today’s final round that left no room for doubt. Cole and Grant Hemmingway were right behind them at 20-under, good enough for the overall net title. Tom Husselstein and Chris Carlson finished right behind them at 17-under.
A complete list of winners and their prizes
can be viewed here.
TOURNAMENT NOTES
It had been a while since we have seen an ace at the Two Man Links. Kevin Kawasaki of San Jose brought that drought to an end just a day after a prediction by the tournament director Pete Wlodkowski while playing a practice round together. Kawasaki holed a 56-degree wedge on No. 5 at Bandon Trails on Friday, landing it one foot from the cup and spinning it sideways in.
Also notable was the net albatross recorded by Mark Webb on the 16th hole at Bandon Dunes in today’s final round. Webb, of Blairsville, Georgia, made a gross eagle on the signature hole, playing hard and fast against the angry Pacific. “That’s a two for one,” boys.
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ABOUT THE
2026 Two-Man Links at Bandon Dunes
He who hesitates is lost. The 25th Two Man Links Championship will fill quickly — so don’t wait!
Join us at the world-renowned Bandon Dunes Resort (site of the 2020 U.S. Amateur) for AmateurGolf.com's flagship best-ball event.
The tournament includes Championship, Senior, Net, and Father & Son Divisions, with gross and net prizes, and welcomes players from across the U.S. and Canada.
GEORGE AND MICHAEL STEVENS FATHER & SON CHAMPIONSHIP
This division continues to grow — often making up 50% of the field. Gross and net prizes are awarded separately from the Open Division.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 4 nights lodging at Bandon Dunes Resort
- 4 rounds of tournament golf (1 round at each of four courses)
- Welcome gifts for all players
- $10,000 in prizes and awards (based on 80 players)
- One gala tournament dinner
- Awards for division winners
ITINERARY
Thursday, April 16, 2026:
Arrival day. Optional golf (player's expense) or enjoy the practice facility
Lodging at Bandon Dunes Resort
Friday, April 17, 2026:
Round 1 – Old Mac
Tee Times 8:40am-11:50am
Lodging at Bandon Dunes Resort
Saturday, April 18, 2026:
Round 2 – Sheep Ranch
Tee Times 10:10am-2:00pm
Lodging at Bandon Dunes Resort
Sunday, April 19, 2026:
Round 3 – Pacific Dunes
Tee Times 9:10am-1:00pm
Dinner at 6:30 PM
Lodging at Bandon Dunes Resort
Monday, April 20, 2026:
Final Round – Bandon Dunes
Tee Times 7:00am-10:10am
Checkout before play
Awards ceremony immediately following play
COMPETITIONS
- Father & Son Team: Low Gross and Low Net
- Open Team: Low Gross and Low Net
- Senior Teams (both players 50+): Trophy and bonus for low gross
Net scoring is based on 80% of course handicap (max 18 per player), using the lowest GHIN index from the past year.
Suggested maximum team handicap: 36.0.
Play is from Green Tees. Players 65+ may elect to play from Gold Tees.
LODGING & PRICING (Per Player)
Package |
Description |
Status |
$3195 – Double Occupancy |
Rooming with your partner. Includes golf, lodging, dinner, gifts & prizes. |
Open |
$3995 – Chrome Lake Loft |
Shared common area, private bedrooms/bathrooms. Premium comfort. |
SOLD OUT |
$4195 – 4-Bedroom Dune Suite |
Shared common area, private bedrooms/bathrooms. Premium comfort. |
SOLD OUT |
$4695 – 4-Bedroom Lodge Suite |
Premium option. Please inquire with Brandie for availability. |
SOLD OUT |
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