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| Michael Combs Michael Combs, 23, of Kennewick, Washington, built a six-hole lead through the first 19 holes, and coasted to a 4 and 3 victory over Terrence Miskell, 23, of Salinas, California, at Eastmoreland Golf Course, in Portland, Oregon. Combs, who was the qualifying medalist, at 141, went ahead on the seventh hole. He went 5 up with birdies on the 16th and 17th holes of the morning round, playing the second nine 32, three under par. Miskell made a serious challenge early in the afternoon when he won three consecutive holes, aided by a rules infraction which cost Combs the loss of a hole. Still 3 up, Combs fought back by winning holes 9 and 10, regaining a comfortable lead. Combs was on the verge of defeat twice in his earlier matches, winning both at the 19th hole only in his first match. A senior at the University of Washington, Combs becomes the fifth medalist to win the APL Championship. Four others have been defeated in the final. |
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Amateur Public Links PAR AND YARDAGE – Jimmie Austin/OU Golf Club will play at 7,289 yards and a par of 35-36—71. Holes 1-9 will play at 3,582 yards and par 35. Holes 10-18 will play at 3,707 yards and par 36. ARCHITECT – Jimmie Austin/OU Golf Club was designed by Perry Maxwell and opened in 1951. A course renovation by Bob Cupp was completed in 1996. SCHEDULE OF PLAY: ADMISSION – Admission is free. Tickets are not needed for this USGA championship and spectators are encouraged to attend. COURSE SETUP – The USGA Course Rating® for the APL championship at Jimmie Austin/OU Golf Club is 75.5 and the USGA Slope Rating® is 130.
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