Round 2 Results: 110th Southwestern Amateur

Men’s Division: Braidech Leads After 36, with International Chase Pack in Pursuit

Camden Braidech, the hometown standout from Scottsdale, posted a second-straight 68 on Friday to take the solo lead at 9-under 135 through two rounds. A past runner-up at the Arizona Amateur on this very course, Braidech looked sharp again on the Outlaw layout—hitting fairways, controlling wedges, and walking in putts with growing confidence.

Right behind him is Kentaro Nanayama of Indonesia at 136 (-8), carding back-to-back 68s in a quiet but precise showing. Nanayama has yet to make a double bogey this week and sits near the top in greens in regulation.

A four-way tie at 137 (-7) features a mix of styles and backstories: Luke Cushman (Colombia) has gone 69–68 with consistent putting; Johnnie Clark (Mesa, AZ) made a huge leap with a tournament-low 66 on Friday; and both Parker Paxton and Tyler Spielman shot rounds of 66 and 64 respectively, each bouncing back big after slower starts on Thursday.

Storylines to Watch:

• Clark’s Climb: 71–66 moves him from outside the top 15 to tied for third.
• Spielman’s Bounce Back: From 74 to 64 in 24 hours—tied for low round of the tournament.
• The Cut: Was projected around +2, with tight bunching from T10 through T40.

Men's Division Leaders After 36 Holes

Women’s Division: Eidhagen-Harrouch Extends Lead with Steady Second Round

Maria Eidhagen-Harrouch backed up her bogey-free 64 with a composed 70 in Round 2 to stay on top at 10-under 134. Her three-shot lead heading into the weekend makes her the clear player to beat, as she looks to secure her first major amateur title since transferring to the University of Georgia.

Natalie Yen (West Linn, OR) remains closest, sitting at 139 (-5) after a strong finish and an even-par 72. Yen has birdied three of her final six holes in both rounds—momentum she’ll carry into Saturday.

A pair of players share third at 140 (-4): Makayla Tyrrell and Yu Chu Chen, both of whom slipped slightly with over-par second rounds but remain well within striking distance.

Thailand’s Pimchompoo Chaisilprungruang and Washington’s Suzie Tran round out the top five at 141 (-3), with Chaisilprungruang’s 68 one of the low rounds of the day.

Notable Trends:

• Maria’s Consistency: Still no double bogeys through 36 holes and leads the field in par-4 scoring.
• Low Round of the Day: 68s from Chaisilprungruang and Spielman (men’s side).
• The Cut Line: Estimated at +3; 36 players advanced in each division.

Women's Division Leaders After 36 Holes

Looking Ahead

Round 3 tees off Saturday with the men’s leaders in the morning wave and the top women going off in the early afternoon. With temperatures climbing and greens firming up, course management and short-game control will be critical. Expect fireworks as the chasers look to close the gap on the leaders.

📍 Championship Venue: Outlaw Course Returns

The Outlaw Course at Desert Mountain Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, reprises its role as host, following standout events there in 2021 and 2024. Known for its panoramic Sonoran views and demanding layout, Outlaw offers a minimalist, links-style challenge. Its firm, fast fairways and strategic elevation changes promise a championship-caliber test.

🥇 2024 Champions: Kuvaas and Chien Seize the Moment

Men’s Champion – Kristoffer Kuvaas (Norway / Pepperdine University)

• Score: 276 (-12)
• Final Round: 63 (-9)
• Victory: Won on second playoff hole over Johnny Walker
• Highlight: 8 birdies in final 11 holes

Women’s Champion – Leigh Chien (Irvine, CA / Stanford Commit)

• Score: 274 (-14)
• Final Round: 66 (-6)
• Note: No bogeys in final 36 holes
• Significance: First Women’s Champion under WEAGS

📈 What to Expect in 2025

Men: Can Kuvaas repeat? Watch for Johnny Walker, Brandon Robison, and others to challenge.

Women: Chien leads a growing field, now part of the elite WEAGS circuit.

🏌️‍♂️ Top 2024 Men's Scores

🌎 Global Reach, Growing Prestige

With players from Norway, Canada, Mexico, Morocco, China, and across the U.S., the Southwestern Amateur continues to gain global status. Its integration with the WAGR and WEAGS reinforces its elite standing.

🏆 Hall of Champions: Notable Past Winners

• Craig Stadler (1975)
• Jay Haas (1976)
• Mark O’Meara (1980)
• Corey Pavin (1981)
• Tom Pernice, Jr. (1982)
• Ryan Palmer (1999)
• Nick Watney (2002)
• J.T. Poston (2013)

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