# From Church Pews to Devilish Greens: Michael McCormick on Maintaining Iconic Oakmont | EP. 58

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Podcast: [USGA Green Section Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/usga-green-section-podcast-3680393)
Published: 2025-06-06T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Oakmont’s iconic bunkers and greens will take center stage at next week’s U.S. Open. Superintendent Michael McCormick joins us to discuss their history, maintenance and recent restoration.

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