LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Landyn Kelly put Las Vegas on the map on Sunday at Augusta National ahead of the Masters.
I got second and I’m very proud of that," Kelly said.
WATCH| Alex Eschelman talks to Landyn Kelly after placing 2nd place
The eight-year-old placed 2nd in the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals, making his Golf Channel debut on Easter.
“My second drive, I hit it pretty good, it was down the right side but it stayed in the grid," Kelly said.
The Las Vegas native is one of just 80 kids nationwide who qualified for the tournament.
Kelly has played the game since he could walk.
“I first started off with plastic clubs, I love," Kelly said. "It’s really challenging and it’s very competitive.”
PREVIOUS STORY| Landyn Kelly prepares for National Finals
The sport is a family affair as Kelly's father, John, is his caddy.
“My mom always comes to my tournaments and supports me, my grandma always does that too, my dad, he’s the one who taught me how to play golf," Kelly said.
Along with Kelly, Charlotte Halstead is another Las Vegas native who competed in the tournament last year.
-
NHL Coaches' Association says it is monitoring the situation with Bruce Cassidy and Vegas
The NHL Coaches' Association says it is closely monitoring the situation involving Bruce Cassidy amid reports that the Vegas Golden Knights have denied multiple teams permission to speak with him about working for them
Conor McGregor making long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway
UFC CEO Dana White announced on Saturday that McGregor will return for a rematch against Max Holloway in the UFC 329 main on July 11 in Las Vegas.
Trump slams NFL streaming costs as fans face growing paywall
NFL’s 2026 schedule features 22 games on streaming platforms, 87% on broadcast TV, sparking debates over costs and fan access.
NFL releases 2026 schedule
NFL’s 2026 schedule features 22 games on streaming platforms, 87% on broadcast TV, sparking debates over costs and fan access.
