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\n 2025 U.S. Women\u2019s Amateur Quarterfinals: Meet the Future Stars of Women\u2019s Golf
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The final eight are set at Bandon Dunes after a blustery double-round day. From Cinderella seeds to the world No. 1, here\u2019s your deep dive on every quarterfinalist \u2014 and what their games say about the next decade of women\u2019s golf. <\/p>\n
What to KnowCinderella stories: No. 64 Arianna Lau (HKG) and No. 63 Ella Scaysbrook (AUS) are into the quarters after giant-slaying runs.Wind test: Gusts to the mid-20s mph turned Thursday into pure links golf \u2014 flight control and patience ruled.Star power: World No. 1 Kiara Romero (USA) advanced with clinical match-play control.Marathon golf: Brooke Biermann (USA) played 41 holes in one day to survive and advance.Global field: Quarterfinalists represent Hong Kong China, Australia, Thailand, Canada, and the USA.Quarterfinal Matchups (Friday)MatchPlayerCountryvs.PlayerCountryStart (PT)QF 1Arianna LauHong Kong ChinavsBrooke BiermannUSA1:40 PMQF 2Lyla LouderbaughUSAvsKiara RomeroUSA1:50 PMQF 3Ella ScaysbrookAustraliavsTaylor KehoeCanada2:00 PMQF 4Eila GalitskyThailandvsMegha GanneUSA2:10 PM QF 1 \u2014 Arianna Lau (HKG) vs. Brooke Biermann (USA)Arianna Lau \u2014 The 64-Seed Disruptor<\/p>\n
The last player into match play has turned into Bandon\u2019s biggest bracket-buster. Lau toppled medalist Emilia Doran in the Round of 32, then dispatched Spain\u2019s Carolina Lopez-Chacarra in the afternoon 5 and 4. The Hong Kong national team member thrives in the wind, shaping low, running approaches that fit links golf perfectly.<\/p>\n
Brooke Biermann \u2014 The Ironwoman<\/p>\n
Michigan State alum Brooke Biermann played 41 holes on Thursday, including a 22-hole morning match win over Olivia Duan. Her combination of gritty putting and consistent ball-striking has made her one of the toughest outs in the bracket.<\/p>\n
QF 2 \u2014 Lyla Louderbaugh (USA) vs. Kiara Romero (USA)Lyla Louderbaugh \u2014 Midwest Precision<\/p>\n
The Buffalo, Mo. native showed ruthless efficiency in a 3-and-2 win over Katelyn Kong in the Round of 16. Louderbaugh’s ability to flight her irons and hole momentum-stopping putts has carried her through the gauntlet.<\/p>\n
Kiara Romero \u2014 The No. 1 Seed Delivers<\/p>\n
The world\u2019s top-ranked amateur has looked every bit the favorite. Romero cruised past Andie Smith in the Round of 16, 4 and 3, with precise approaches and a calm demeanor in the wind. She\u2019s chasing her first USGA title to go with her dominant college season at Oregon.<\/p>\n
QF 3 \u2014 Ella Scaysbrook (AUS) vs. Taylor Kehoe (CAN)Ella Scaysbrook \u2014 The 63-Seed Surprise<\/p>\n
Australia\u2019s Scaysbrook knocked out Jasmine Koo in the Round of 16 with another display of aggressive, fearless match play. Her length off the tee and attacking mindset have made her a dangerous opponent despite the low seed.<\/p>\n
Taylor Kehoe \u2014 Canada’s Rising Star<\/p>\n
The Canadian junior survived the longest match of the afternoon, winning on the 23rd hole against Rayee Feng. Kehoe has shown a knack for clutch par saves and controlled aggression into Bandon\u2019s tricky greens.<\/p>\n
QF 4 \u2014 Eila Galitsky (THA) vs. Megha Ganne (USA)Eila Galitsky \u2014 Thai Composure<\/p>\n
Thailand\u2019s Galitsky, a past Women\u2019s Amateur Asia-Pacific champion, showed her match-play mettle by edging Natalie Yen 1 up. Her composed demeanor and world-class short game make her a constant threat in pressure situations.<\/p>\n
Megha Ganne \u2014 Major-Tested<\/p>\n
A multiple-time U.S. Women\u2019s Open qualifier, Ganne dispatched Kary Hollenbaugh 2 and 1 in the Round of 16. The Stanford standout\u2019s blend of experience and tactical course management could carry her deep this weekend.<\/p>\n
Bandon Themes: What This Eight Says About the FutureGlobal pipeline: National teams and international amateur circuits are producing finishers, not just phenoms.College parity: Oregon, Stanford, Kansas, Michigan State \u2014 multiple pathways, same ceiling.Wind skills = currency: Knock-downs, flight control, and smart targets separate contenders on links-style setups.Mental game wins weeks: Resilience after mistakes, steady tempo, and disciplined decision-making travel in match play.<\/p>\n
\n ABOUT THE
\n US Amateur
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The U.S. Amateur, the oldest USGA
\nchampionship, was first played in 1895 at
\nNewport Golf Club in Rhode Island. The
\nevent,
\nwhich has no age restriction, is open to
\nthose
\nwith a Handicap Index of .4 (point four) or lower. It is
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\nof 15 national championships conducted
\nannually by the USGA.<\/p>\n
A new two-stage qualifying process went into effect in 2024, providing exemptions through local qualifying for state amateur champions and top-ranked WAGR playres. See the USGA website for details — applications are typically placed online in the spring
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