Inspired and Inclusive: U.S. Adaptive Open Set for Landmark Fourth Edition
Deloitte’s expanded support brings travel aid and live broadcast to 2025 championship at Woodmont
Seoul, Korea - History and heart will again be on display as the 4th U.S. Adaptive Open Championship heads to Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, Maryland from July 7–9, with a field of 96 remarkable athletes and an even greater sense of occasion.
The USGA unveiled the full field on Monday, while also announcing that Deloitte, a longtime supporter of the governing body, is stepping up its backing. For the first time, every competitor will receive financial support in the form of travel expense reimbursements, easing a burden that too often weighs heavy in adaptive sports. Even more significantly, the final round will be broadcast live on the Golf Channel, a first for the championship, made possible through Deloitte’s increased involvement.
“It’s hard not to leave the U.S. Adaptive Open feeling inspired. These athletes remind us that talent knows no limits,” said Scott Mager, chief marketing officer at Deloitte. “This isn’t just about sport—it’s about what’s possible.”
The USGA received 260 entries for the 2025 edition. Following eight qualifying events across the U.S., a 96-player field was finalized, comprising competitors from 34 states and 10 countries. Ages range from 16-year-old Ryder Barr of Texas to 75-year-old Dennis Walters, a legend of adaptive golf. The field features 74 returning players and 22 first-time qualifiers, highlighting both continuity and growing reach.
Players qualified based on performance, impairment category, and gender, using a system that prioritised equity across categories:
Intellectual Impairment
Lower Limb Impairment
Multiple Limb Amputee
Coordination Impairment
Seated Players
Short Stature
Upper Limb Impairment
Vision Impairment
Of the 96 players, 66 earned their spots through qualifying, with 20 exempt and others selected by committee. The championship is open to professional and amateur golfers with a World Handicap System Index of 36.4 or lower and a WR4GD Pass verifying eligibility.
“This championship continues to change lives and perceptions,” said John Bodenhamer, the USGA’s chief championships officer. “With Deloitte’s support, we’re elevating the event, expanding its audience, and removing barriers for the players who inspire us all.”
As the U.S. Adaptive Open enters its fourth year, the growth is clear. But the core remains unchanged—competition, camaraderie, and a reminder that golf, at its best, welcomes everyone.