The World Croquet Federation (WCF) re-formed its Association Croquet (AC) Regeneration Working Group in March 2024 to address the global decline in Association Croquet participation. While grassroots efforts remain essential, the Working Group will explore potential initiatives at the global level, such as rule adjustments, digital resources and enhanced coaching materials.
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2024 Tulsa GC Classic Enjoys 36-Player Field
The 2024 Tulsa Classic held at LaFortune Park in Tulsa, Oklahoma, over Labor Day weekend proved to be a popular event. The tournament ran Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2 and attracted 36 total players, with local players indicating it was the largest field in at least 10 years for a Tulsa tournament.
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JER and Linda Chilton Foundation and CFA Introduce The New Steuber Classic
In a move to attract new players and increase support for the serious sport of American Six Wicket Croquet, the Croquet Foundation of America, Inc. (CFA) and the JER and Linda Chilton Foundation, have announced a multi-year, strategic partnership to introduce the New Steuber Classic Croquet Tournament.
Read MoreNew USCA School To Be Held At Sarasota County Croquet Club
The USCA has announced a new American Rules Six Wicket School to be held at Sarasota County Croquet Club from December 12-14, 2023, offering croquet players a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and strategy.
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Croquet Shot Clock Experiment
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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2023 Country Club of Jackson Croquet Invitational Offers Four Courts of Action
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.
Hometown Victory in Buffalo
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 MoreMerion Cricket Club's 2023 Invitational Croquet Tournament: September 23-24
The 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 MoreSign Up for the 2023 Blue Crab Croquet Tournament
The 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 More2023 Buffalo Six Wicket Croquet Tournament Has Waitlist
Since 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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