The 2025 field is highlighted by returning champion Anthony Delisanti (Valparaiso) and runner-up Bryan Lee (Virginia). Other top returners include Cameron Tankersley (Ole Miss, T-3 in 2024) and Paul Chang (Virginia, T-9 in 2024). Ben James—ranked No. 3 in the WAGR and a 1st Team All-American—is also in the mix.

⛳ The Venue: Wannamoisett Country Club

A revered Donald Ross design in Rumford, Rhode Island, Wannamoisett demands strategy, control, and mental endurance. Its defining features:

• Only one par-5 (Hole 17), with a relentless stretch of par-4s.
• Green complexes with punishing slopes and deceptive breaks.
• Famous par-3s like Hole 3, a logo-worthy design recognized by the Donald Ross Society.

📊 Scoring Trends: What Does It Take to Win?

• 257 (-19) – Dylan Menante (2022), the all-time tournament record.
• 264 (-12) – Nick Dunlap (2023), a commanding victory amid a strong field.
• 265 (-11) – Delisanti's 2024 winning score, tied by Bryan Lee.

The winning score has settled around 260–265 in recent years. Players must navigate a tough cut line (usually near even par) and go low over four rounds to contend.

🔍 Field Breakdown: Stars, Contenders, and Hidden Gems

This year’s field includes a dynamic mix of junior standouts, college stars, and battle-tested Mid-Ams:

• Elite College Talent: Ben James (Virginia), Preston Stout (Oklahoma State), Max Herendeen (Illinois), Jase Summy (Oklahoma)
• Top Juniors: No. 1-ranked Miles Russell, Terra Cotta champ Luke Colton, and rising star Tyler Watts
• Mid-Am Powerhouses: Three-time USGA champ Stewart Hagestad, NHL referee Garrett Rank, and local legends Bobby Leopold & Matt Parziale

In total, players hail from more than 30 states and 5 countries, representing schools like Alabama, Stanford, Pepperdine, Florida, and Vanderbilt [oai_citation:2‡2025-Field-Update-6-12-25.pdf](file-service://file-7dsf6RWEjw98ziKgpop6u3).

🎯 What to Watch For in 2025

The Northeast is more than a standalone tournament—it’s a window into amateur golf’s future. With Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith in attendance, players will be under a national spotlight as Team USA selections take shape.

Can Delisanti become the first repeat winner in over a decade? Will a Mid-Am upset the youth? Or will a top-ranked junior announce himself on the world stage? The only certainty is that greatness awaits at Wannamoisett.

📅 Daily Coverage

Return to this hub each day during the tournament for:

• 🎥 Round recaps and highlights
• 📈 Scoring analysis and leaderboard updates
• 📸 Player features and field spotlights