ALLISON PARK — Butler graduate Jon Pratkanis of Kittanning shot an even-par 144 for two rounds at Wildwood Golf Club Monday and tied for third to became an alternate for the upcoming U.S. Amateur Championship.

Pratkanis was four shots behind Nathan Smith of Pittsburgh, who won Monday's qualifier with a 4-under-par 140. Mike Van Sickle of Wexford was second with a 2-under 142.

Both qualified for the U.S. Amateur Championship, which will be held at Pinehurst Resort and Country Club in North Carolina.

Chad Warmbein of McMurray finished in a tie with Pratkanis and also is an alternate for the championship.

Mike Marron of Butler tied for 27th with a 16-over 160 and Ryan Swierczynski of Mars withdrew.