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Miles Russell, 17, has his dad caddie to finish his US Open debut in a Father's Day surprise
By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Miles Russell had quite a Father's Day gift for his dad: the chance to be caddie in his son's U.S. Open debut.The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.“It was kind ...
Key takeaway The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , Miles Russell's U.S. Open debut is a notable achievement, given the community's proximity to Houston and its strong support for local athletes. As a 17-year-old amateur, Russell's performance is especially impressive, and his decision to have his father caddie for him on the final hole adds a touching personal element to his story. The fact that Russell was able to balance his competitive drive with a heartfelt gesture on Father's Day suggests a strong sense of family and community values, which are highly regarded in Piney Point Village. As Russell prepares to attend Florida State and potentially pursue a career in golf, his experience at the U.S. Open will likely serve as a valuable learning opportunity, and local residents will be watching his progress with interest. Russell's achievement may also inspire young golfers in the Piney Point Village area to pursue their own ambitions in the sport.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Miles Russell had quite a Father's Day gift for his dad: the chance to be caddie in his son's U.S. Open debut.The 17-year-old amateur surprised his father, Joe, on the 18th hole Sunday when his caddie brought Russell's clubs to him outside the ropes to carry them the rest of the way.“It was kind ...
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