| Tournament information | |
|---|---|
| Dates | September 10–15, 1928 |
| Location | Newton, Massachusetts |
| Course(s) | Brae Burn Country Club |
| Organized by | USGA |
| Format | Match play − 5 rounds |
| Statistics | |
| Par | 72[1] |
| Length | 6,643 yards (6,074 m)[2] |
| Field | 32 players |
| Champion | |
 Bobby Jones | |
def.  Philip Perkins, 10 and 9 | |
The 1928 United States Amateur was the 32nd U.S. Amateur. It was hosted by Brae Burn Country Club in Newton, Massachusetts. Bobby Jones, the defending champion, was the favorite entering the event. However, a number of people had reservations about his chances. Jones did not play much golf in 1928, taken up by his work as a lawyer and golf writer, and he himself stated that Brae Burn did not align well with his game. These reservations seemed to be confirmed early in the event, as Jones struggled in the qualifier and barely won his second round match against Brae Burn club member, Ray Gorton. However, he cruised home in the 36-hole matches, ultimately defeating British Amateur champion Philip Perkins, 10 and 9, in the finals.
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