As excitement builds for the 2025 Solomon Trophy, Croquet England has announced the roster for a key precursor event: a Golf Croquet Test Match between England and the United States, set for August 5-6 at Budleigh Salterton Croquet Club in Devon.

This high-level international test will serve as an early highlight for croquet fans gathering at the venue ahead of the Solomon Trophy, offering a compelling clash between England and the reigning Golf Croquet World Champions, Team USA.

England GC Test Team

Nick Archer
Euan Burridge
Jack Good
Aston Wade (Captain)
Reserve: Tim Russell

Team USA

Tom Balding
Matthew Essick
Kyle Maloof
Stephen Morgan

With both sides fielding experienced international competitors, the two-day test is expected to showcase top-tier Golf Croquet action. Croquet England has noted that livestream coverage may be available, and spectators are warmly welcomed at the club.

This GC test match also sets the tone for the Great Britain vs USA Solomon Trophy test to be be held August 7-10, where many of the same players will compete in Association Croquet for their respective countries. It’s shaping up to be a thrilling week of international croquet in southwest England.