USBC has greatly simplified the direct entries system for the 2026 U.S. Open, according to information posted at the U.S. Open page.
For the tournament March 1-8 at Royal Pin Woodland in Indianapolis, the direct entry criteria are:
1. Top 75 on the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Tour points list as of October 1, 20252. All Past U.S. Open Champions3. Winner of each (up to 2) U.S. Open regional qualifier4. BPAA Exemption5. Remainder of field will be filled through an on-site...