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For US Open qualifiers like Mouw and Cowan, the pressure starts long before Shinnecock Hills
William Mouw, 25, experienced a tough golf moment at the US Open when his approach on No. 16 hit the flagstick and bounced back into a bunker during the qualifiers.
Mouw was one of 43 players who earned entry to the US Open after surviving sectional qualifying on June 8.
Mouw stated that, while it would be preferable to avoid qualifying, it offers a chance to compete and build confidence.
Cowan, a senior at Oklahoma, faced a three-man playoff for two spots during his qualifying event in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.