Miller's time

As he approached the Riviera clubhouse following his round Friday, Scott Miller stopped to sign autographs for three young fans who had their Nissan Open caps filled with signatures of some of the game's best players.

For Miller, a golf professional at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village who earned a spot in the Nissan through a qualifying tournament, this was his week in the big leagues.

"This is a great experience. I'm lucky to be out here," Miller said. "Unfortunately, I didn't bring my 'A' game."

Miller, who made the cut as a qualifier at the Nissan last year, shot rounds of 78 and 75 to finish at 11-over 153.

Still, he couldn't complain. He estimated he had about 50-60 fans, either members at North Ranch or friends and family, following him Friday.

"I don't know if I can put it into words," Miller said of his week on the PGA Tour. "I'm a club pro. Just hitting the first tee ball in front of that size gallery is very cool."