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PROVO â BYU menâs golfer Peter Kuest will be part of a 12-member team that will represent the United States at the Arnold Palmer Cup this June.
"It's a huge honor to be chosen to be on the team," Kuest said in a statement. "Mr. Palmer did so much for the game of golf and it's a thrill to play in an event that bears his name and honors his legacy.
"To have the opportunity to represent BYU and the U.S. in the event is something I'm really excited about and I hope to represent both to the best of my abilities."
Kuest earned the No. 1 ranking in the Cup standings released earlier this month, making him one of six U.S. golfers to automatically qualify for the team.
The junior had a huge season for the Cougars this year. He's earned four individual titles this season and has also earned WCC player of the month honors multiple times.
"What a fantastic opportunity for Peter to play in such a prestigious event representing the U.S.," BYU head coach Bruce Brockbank said. "It will be a great honor for him to be on a team that represents Arnold Palmer and an experience he'll never forget."
The Arnold Palmer Cup is an international collegiate event that features 24 of the top college golfers. One team of 12 represents the U.S. while another team of 12 makes up an international team. The two teams will face off in a Ryder Cup-style event at The Alotian Club in Roland, Arkansas beginning June 7.
Kuest is the third Cougar to represent BYU and the U.S. at the event. Andy Miller made the team in 2000 and Clay Ogden was a member of the 2006 team.
Multiple PGA professionals have been members of the Arnold Palmer Cup Team, including Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, and Webb Simpson.
A complete list of both the U.S. and international teams can be found on the Arnold Palmer Cup website.
