Blaine, Wash. – Jonathan Larson of Bellingham, Wash. shot a 6-under par 66 in today’s first round of the 16th Washington Men’s Mid-Amateur, being held this week at Semiahmoo Golf and Country Club in Blaine, Wash. He holds a one-shot lead over Colten Kleis of Kenmore, Wash.
The three-day stroke-play championship is being conducted by Washington Golf.
Larson birdied five consecutive holes on the back nine, which vaulted him to the top of the leaderboard.
Only five players in the field of 116 were able to break par in the first round on the Arnold Palmer-designed course. After tomorrow’s second round, the field will be cut to the low 60 and ties, who will then compete in the final round on Wednesday, July 23.
Championship Links
To be eligible, contestants must be 25 years of age or older by July 21, 2025. Competitors must have an active GHIN number and USGA Handicap Index issued by a WA Golf member club not exceeding 9.9 at the time of entry.
The Washington Men’s Mid-Amateur is one of 14 championships held annually by WA Golf.