Bender, an incoming junior for the Indiana Hoosiers, claimed medalist honors with rounds of 65-68 for a total score of 133 (-11). That was the best performance of the day, earning him a three-stroke margin of victory over Snoeberger for the medalist distinction. Bender was bogey-free in his first round with a torrid stretch of four birdies in five holes from 14-18 playing particularly key in what resulted in the best round of the day. His afternoon round featured two eagles highlighting his scorecard which came on the par-five 2nd and 18th holes. The fantastic performance results in what will be the first USGA National Championship of Bender’s young career.
Robbie Bender Earns Medalist Honors to Lead U.S. Amateur Qualifiers
