Nick Kimmel | 2025 U.S. Adaptive Open
Marine Corps veteran Nick Kimmel returns for his second appearance in the U.S. Adaptive Open, held this year at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, MD, from July 7-9. Representing the Western Amputee Golf Association. Nick earned his place in the field through Committee Selection as a Multiple Limb Amputee.
In 2011, Nick was severely wounded in Afghanistan after stepping on 40 pounds of hidden explosives. He lost both of his legs and his left arm in the blast. "Right after my injury, I was invited out to a golf course when I was still wheelchair-bound. I tried to do some putting and chipping, but it just wasn’t the same," Nick shared. "Then in 2015, my two best friends convinced me to go golfing with them. By this stage I was up and walking, and suddenly I was hooked on the game again. It’s been a huge learning curve golfing with only one limb. I still think like a traditional golfer, but my swing is so reliant on tempo and rhythm!"
Nick’s resilience and passion for the game continue to inspire players and fans alike. We’re proud to have him in the field, best of luck in the tournament.
