PERSONAL NOTES

Competing in first U.S. Open

Shot rounds of 64-74 at Rockville, Md., sectional qualifier

Turned pro in 2001 at the age of 17, then became the youngest to ever successfully negotiate all three stages of PGA Tour Qualifying School to earn his card for 2002 season

Struggled in rookie season, which included a battle with mononucleosis

Has since bounced around a number of developmental tours; won a Hooters Tour event in 2005

Qualified for two U.S. Amateurs and one U.S. Junior Amateur, but failed to qualify for match play

Tryon's nickname of Ty -- his given name is William -- is derived from the "Caddyshack" fictional movie character Ty Webb that was played by Chevy Chase

Has a 3-year-old son named Tyson

Lowest competitive round is a 62 shot during 2009 PGA Tour Q-School qualifying