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A few weeks ago, I had my first opportunity to be a part of a croquet match that utilized an actual shot clock. We were holding a best-of-two semifinal for the Kansas City Croquet Club Club Singles Championship with the format being nine-wicket croquet played according to MCA Advanced Nine-Wicket Croquet Rules with handicaps.
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The Country Club of Jackson is delighted to extend a warm invitation to all croquet players for the highly anticipated 2023 Country Club of Jackson Croquet Invitational. The format is American Six-Wicket (US Rules) and the USCA-sanctioned event is set to take place from October 19-22, 2023 and promises a thrilling and innovative experience for participants and spectators alike.
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After entering in the inaugural Buffalo Croquet Club 6-Wicket Invitational in 2016 as a rookie Second Flighter, Paul Neubecker has risen up the national ranks and is now the hometown champion, defeating Hall of Famer Rich Curtis in the finals.
In his final year of being a part-time Buffalo resident, before fully transplanting to the Big Apple, Paul Neubecker has won his hometown championship. It was a fitting victory for the young player who first learned how to play croquet on these courts in Delaware Park.
Read MoreThe Merion Cricket Club will host the 2023 Invitational Croquet Tournament on September 23-24, 2023, in Haverford, Pennsylvania. Croquet enthusiasts and players from all around are invited to participate in this exceptional event that promises both competitive play and camaraderie.
Read MoreThe Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club is pleased to announce 2023 Blue Crab Croquet Tournament, set to take place from September 14-17, 2023. Croquet enthusiasts from across the nation are invited to participate in this exciting American SixWicket tournament, featuring both singles and doubles matches.
Read MoreSince its inception nearly a decade ago, the Buffalo Croquet Club’s Annual 6-Wicket tournament continues to be one of the most popular croquet competitions in the country.
“Top players come here from all over the United States. And once again, we have a waitlist for those seeking to play in the four-day event,” says Tournament Director Ryan Thompson. “I’m sure the cash prize helps, but I think it’s really about the people and the festivities that attract players to Buffalo.”
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On May 11-15, 2023, the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club held the 2023 Croquet by the Bay American 6-Wicket Tournament. This singles and hi/low doubles tournament had block play with all players moving to the playoffs. The entry fee was $195 which included lunches and a reception on Wednesday night.
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Ford Austin in play on court 2
The 2023 ScissorTail Invitational was held June 22-25 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with two flights participating in the American Six Wicket event.
Conner Helms took first place in Championship Flight, with Matt Baird taking second place and Britt Ruby claiming third. In First Flight, Dale Jordan claimed first place with Carl Archiniaco in second and Suzanne Spradling taking third place.
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The Buffalo Croquet Club is excited to announce its 7th Annual 6-Wicket Invitational Tournament, taking place from August 17-20, 2023. This USCA-sanctioned American 6-Wicket tournament will be held at Delaware Park and will feature singles and doubles matches, with white attire required.
Read MoreThe Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club is proud to announce the 2023 Croquet by the Bay Tournament, to be held from May 11-14. This USCA Sanctioned, American 6-Wicket Croquet tournament will feature both singles and doubles play, with block play leading to the playoffs. Flights will be divided into Advanced Flight and Novice Flight, with the possibility of additional flights depending on turnout.
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