Jake Birdwell, Blaine, Minn., plays a soft chip from behind the green at the par-4 18th during the U.S. Junior Amateur Qualifying, May 20, 2024, at Baker National Golf Course, Medina, Minn. Birdwell finished as co-medalist after posting 35-33—68 (-4) to tie with Thomas Meader and earning two of three qualifying spots for the 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship, July 22-27, at Oakland Hills CC, Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Photos by W.P. Ryan/courtesy MGA.