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UPDATED 2/5/26

THE 2^nd ANNUAL US OPEN GC

ONE OF THE MOST COMPETITIVE WORLD CLASS GOLF CROQUET EVENTS IN 2026.

Player Announcement

The following players have been admitted to the 2026 US Open Golf Croquet Championship. They represent 9 countries and include the #1 ranked player from 5 of those nations. Among the field are two past World Champions and 10 of the top 20 ranked GC players in the world. The current top four of the top five in the world will be competing, setting the stage for a thrilling battle for the title.

As with any major event, player circumstances can change, and withdrawals may occur. If that happens, replacements will be selected from the waitlist in order of D-Grade. Players may also withdraw from the waitlist if their availability changes — please do so promptly to help us fill spots efficiently.

• The initial allocation of 24 players took place on September 15, based on D-Grade rankings. The lowest-ranked players admitted at that time had the highest D-Grades available.
• An additional 8 spots were allocated on October 15, from among 14 players with D-Grades above 2300. These were awarded in order of registration, as published on the tournament webpage.
• We currently have a strong waitlist. Last year, five players withdrew, so there is a real chance of movement from the waitlist.
• A total of 91 players joined the waitlist. For simplicity, we are listing only those with a D-Grade above 2100 below. If needed, we will extend further into the 2000s.

If you're still hoping to play, join and/or stay on the waitlist. If your plans change, please remove yourself to allow others a chance to participate.

What Happens Next?

• Upon admission, you will receive a registration email to register and pay the $250 entry fee, payable within 7 days.

• Payment can be made by check or online via the USCA website.
• The registration email will include a payment link (pay button) to use a credit card.
• Emails with additional information will be sent to all admitted players.
• Due to time constraints players admitted off the waitlist should register and pay as soon as possible, but not later than 48 hours to claim their spot.

What’s Included?

• ProAm Doubles Fundraiser (Monday, February 9):

• Top 24 D-Grades as of October 15 will participate.
• Includes beverage service, lunch, reception, and banquet dinner (no charge).
• Players not in the ProAm will have a playing opportunity setup separately.

• Tuesday through Saturday:

• Beverage service and lunch provided daily.

• Tournament Package:

• Long-sleeve tournament shirt with your name.
• 5 days of high-level GC play — expect to play 4–6 games per day.
• Perpetual Trophy presented to the champion.
• Individual awards for finalists in each playoff group.
• Prize purse for semi-finalists, finalists, and winners:

• First place: $3,000
• Top 5 players will each earn $1,000 or more.
• Full prize schedule will be sent to admitted players.

What is the ProAm?

• The ProAm is a one-day fundraiser pairing the top 24 admitted Pros with 24 donors.
• Each team will play 4–5 games of doubles in a Swiss format.
• The top two teams will be recognized at the banquet dinner.
• This event is our way of thanking the donors who make this tournament possible at NCC.
• The 8 admitted players not participating in the ProAm can:

• Receive meal service Monday and attend the banquet for a $75 social fee.

• More information is available on the USCA ProAm webpage:
  USCA ProAm Info

We have a hotel block at discounted rates again this year at the Hilton Double Tree in West Palm Beach.  If the hotel is full contact me.  More rooms can be added.  Please use this link specifically as copying it from one browser to another browser will remove the connections required.
Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=PBIAADT&groupCode=CDT90Q&arrivaldate=2026-02-08&departuredate=2026-02-15&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT .  The hotel reservation has standard cancellation terms so we suggest booking now and changing your reservation later if needed.  Last year the market rates changed and all reservations were lowered to the new price.

If you are in need of local hosting at a local members home, please notify us as soon as possible.

Looking Ahead

Last year’s US Open was a tremendous success — and this year is shaping up to be even better. We look forward to welcoming you all in February 2026.

Golf Croquet Entry & Cancellation Policy

Entry Fee

The $250 entry fee is due within 7 days of receiving your registration email.

• Failure to pay within this period may result in loss of your tournament spot.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations more than 8 weeks before the event:

• A $25 processing fee will be charged.
• If your embroidered shirt has already been ordered, the fee increases to $75 and the shirt will be shipped to you.

Cancellations between 4 and 8 weeks before the event:

• A $125 cancellation fee will apply, as financial commitments for the event will have been made.

Cancellations less than 4 weeks before the event:

• No refund will be issued, as all entry fees will have been committed to event expenses.