WA Golf Features June 13, 2017

The Book of Barron

After besting the field by five strokes at the Sectional Qualifier hosted by his home course, Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Derek Barron of Tacoma, Wash. has made his way to the 2017 U.S. Open Championship at Erin Hills.

The 32-year-old Barron, a former hydraulics worker, will be keeping a daily diary of his time at the U.S. Open.

Derek Barron Diary: Day - 1 Getting Acclimated
June 12, 2017

Derek Barron Diary: Day 2 - Setting My Game Plan
June 13, 2017

Derek Barron watches his tee shot on the 13th hole during a practice round ahead of the 2017 U.S. Open at Erin Hills in Erin, Wis. on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. (© USGA/Darren Carroll)

Derek Barron Diary: Day 3 - Let's Get Started
June 14, 2017

Spieth and crew, including caddie Michael Greller, walked through the range today and stopped to admire ER grad Derek Barron's drive. pic.twitter.com/uqEMq2Zqyd
— Lauren Smith (@smithlm12) June 14, 2017

Derek Barron Diary: Day 4 - What A U.S. Open Debut
June 15, 2017

Soak up that @usopengolf, Derek Barron!

The #MackenzieTour member opened with a 2-under 70 at Erin Hills 👊 pic.twitter.com/jRUvLsfS5P
— Mackenzie Tour (@PGATOURCanada) June 16, 2017