Inflammatory and arthritic causes of ankle lumps. Ankle lumps or swelling can also be caused by different types of arthritis that affect the ankle joint such as: Gout (type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints)
The U.S. Open is open to any professional, or to any amateur with an up-to-date men's USGA Handicap Index not exceeding 1.4. Players (male or female) may obtain a place by being fully exempt or by competing successfully in qualifying. The field is 156 players.
The journey to claim the U.S. Open Trophy at Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club this June starts with 111 local qualifiers in 43 states. (USGA/John Mummert) For many hopefuls, the journey to the 2016 U.S. Open Championship at Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club begins with local qualifying. Between May 2-19, the USGA will conduct 111 18-hole qualifiers in 43 states to determine which players advance to 36-hole sectional qualifying.