Phil Anderson, General Manager of Hazeltine National Discusses 2024 U.S. Amateur Championship Prep
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On this edition of Club + Resort Talks, Senior Editor Phil Keren speaks with Phil Anderson, General Manager of Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn., about the club’s preparations to host the 2024 U.S. Amateur Championship Aug. 12-18. The club is planning to donate all tournament profits to The Loop Community Experience for accessible golf. The goal of this initiative is to unite Minnesota communities by growing the game and making it more accessible to anyone who wants to play. It champions organizations that honor diversity and encourage those with disabilities, as well as veterans, juniors, women, and beginners of all ages to enjoy the game of golf. Anderson talked about The Loop at Chaska, a 9-hole golf course located a block from Hazeltine that was redesigned to make it easier for beginners and playable for those with some disabilities. Anderson talked about some of the other organizations that will benefit from next month’s U.S. Amateur Championship, as well as upcoming improvement plans at the club.
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