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Barber, Williams, Yun back on US Palmer Cup squad

The Americans have won the last two Palmer Cup, bringing the overall record in the 15-year competition to 8-6-1. Here are the eight players that captain Josh Gregory will hope can make it three straight victories when the U.S. side travels to Royal County Down in June.

Blayne Barber, Auburn

Derek Ernst, UNLV

Corbin Mills, Clemson

Patrick Rodgers, Stanford

Justin Thomas, Alabama

James White, Georgia Tech

Chris Williams, Washington

Andrew Yun, Stanford

Yun was a member of the 2011 U.S. side, posting a 4-0 record at The Stanwich Club, where he earned the cup clinching point. Barber (2-1-1) and Williams (2-0-2) also played last year.