The 50th Walker Cup returns to the iconic Cypress Point Club on September 6-7, 2025! Get your complete preview of this historic amateur golf showdown between Team USA and Great Britain & Ireland.
🏆 WHAT’S AT STAKE:
• USA leads series 39-9-1 but needs 13 points to retain the Cup
• GB&I needs 13.5 points to reclaim it after 2015 upset at Royal Lytham
• 26 total points across foursomes and singles matches
🏌️ TEAM USA ROSTER:
• Captain Nathan Smith leads star-studded lineup
• Jackson Koivun – World No. 1 amateur
• Mason Howell – 2025 U.S. Amateur champion
• Stewart Hagestad – Making 5th Walker Cup appearance
• Michael La Sasso – 2025 NCAA individual champion
• Jacob Modleski – Notre Dame standout and ACC Champion
• Tommy Morrison – 2024 European Amateur winner
• Plus Jase Summy, Ben James, Ethan Fang, and Preston Stout
TEAM GB&I ROSTER:
• Captain Dean Robertson brings underdog mentality
• Tyler Weaver – Highest ranked at No. 11 WAGR
• Luke Poulter – Son of Ryder Cup star Ian Poulter
• Connor Graham – Youngest at 18, only returning player from 2023
• Stuart Grehan – Former pro who regained amateur status
• Plus talented squad including Niall Shiels Donegan, Cameron Adam
🌊 CYPRESS POINT CLUB:
• Designed by Alister MacKenzie in 1928
• Called “the most beautiful golf course in the world”
• Last hosted Walker Cup in 1981 (USA won 15-9)
• Famous clifftop 16th hole and strategic challenges
• 6,620 yards of pure golf magic
📺 BROADCAST SCHEDULE:
Saturday & Sunday Sept 6-7
• Live on Peacock: 12:30-3:30 PM EDT
• Golf Channel: 7-10 PM EDT
🎯 WALKER CUP LEGACY:
• Founded in 1922, named for George Herbert Walker
• Past participants: Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas
• Proving ground for future major champions and Ryder Cup stars
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Imagine the world’s most talented amateur golfers all in one place competing for the ultimate prize, the Walker Cup. This prestigious tournament has been the launching pad for some of golf’s biggest stars, including Jack Nicholas, Tiger Woods, Rory Mroy, and Justin Thomas. And in 2025, the 50th edition of the Walker Cup is set to return to the iconic Cypress Point Club in California, a venue that’s as breathtaking as it is challenging. But here’s the question. Can the USA team led by Captain Nathan Smith continue their dominance over Great Britain Ireland? Or will the underdogs pull off a stunning upset? The stage is set for an unforgettable showdown, and we’re about to dive into the details. The Walker Cup, founded in 1922, is a bianial contest that brings together the best male amateurs from the USA and Great Britain, Ireland. The tournament is named after George Herbert Walker, the grandfather of President George HW Walker. Bush and it’s a proving ground for the next generation of golfing superstars. With 26 points at stake, the USA needs 13 to retain the cup, while GB1 needs 13.5 to reclaim it. But what makes Cypress Point so special? For starters, it’s been called the most beautiful golf course in the world, and Captain Nathan Smith agrees. I think Cypress is by far the greatest golf club in the world. He said, “It’s beyond words.” Designed in 1928 by Alistair McKenzie, Cypress Point stretches just 6,620 yards. But every hole poses questions of precision, nerve, and strategy. From the cliffside par 316th to the short drivable ninth, it’s a venue built for drama. And this is the part most people miss. The course has been the site of some of the most epic battles in golfing history. The last time Cypress Point hosted the Walker Cup was in 1981 when the USA prevailed 15-9. More than four decades later, the match returns to a stage steeped in history and mystique. So, who are the players to watch? Team USA boasts a talented lineup, including Stuart Hagestad, a 34year-old Walker Cup stalwart, making his fifth appearance, and Mason Howell, the 2025 US amateur champion. There’s also Jacob Mudleski, a Notre Dame standout, and Tommy Morrison, the 2024 European amateur winner. But GB1 is not to be underestimated with players like Tyler Weaver, the highest ranked player on the team, and Luke Palter, the son of Rder Cup star Ian Palter. And then there’s Connor Graham, the youngest member of the team, who qualified for the 2025 Open at Royal Port Rush. As Captain Dean Robertson said, “This talented team represents the very best in skill, unity, resilience, and determination. We are underdogs, but I’m confident we are equipped to compete at the highest level and will give it our best shot.” But here’s where it gets controversial. Some argue that the USA team has an unfair advantage given their dominance in the series. Others claim that GBI has a stronger team this year with a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars. What do you think? Should the USA be favored to win or can GBI pull off a stunning upset? The schedule for the tournament is as follows. Saturday, September 6th will feature morning forsomes and singles matches with broadcast coverage on Peacock and Golf Channel. Sunday, September 7th, we’ll see the final rounds of forsomes and singles, followed by the closing ceremony. And this is the part that will leave you on the edge of your seat. The legacy of the Walker Cup is filled with iconic moments and legendary players. From Francis Weat to Bob Jones, the tournament has introduced the world to future major champions and RDER Cup stars. So, will the 2025 Walker Cup be a tournament for the ages, or will it be a disappointment? One thing’s for sure, with Cypress Point as the backdrop, it’s going to be an unforgettable ride. Explore the full results, history, and future sites of the Walker Cup, and get ready to witness greatness. The future sites of the tournament include La Hinch Golf Club in Ireland, Bandon Dunes in Oregon, and Princess Golf Club in England. But for now, let’s focus on the 2025 edition. Who will emerge victorious? And what will be the defining moment of the tournament? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s get the conversation started.
