The United States Croquet Association (USCA) has officially opened player availability for the 2026 MacRobertson Shield, the most prestigious team competition in Association Croquet. The event will be held in England from July 24 to August 9, 2026, marking the return of international team play to British lawns for the first time since 2014.
Read MoreCroquet England Appoints Andy Dalby-Welsh as New CEO
Croquet England has announced the appointment of Andy Dalby-Welsh as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1. Dalby-Welsh brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across sport, disability inclusion, and youth development to the organization.
Read MoreJonathan Isaacs Elected Croquet England President
In a second leadership announcement, Jonathan Isaacs has been elected as the next President of Croquet England, succeeding Patricia Duke-Cox, who will step down at the organization’s Annual General Meeting on October 11, 2025.
Read MoreDamon Bidencope: 1959-2025
Former USCA president Damon Bidencope (65) passed away early on the morning of September 13, 2025, after a battle with Melanoma.
Read MoreTulsa Hosts Picture-Perfect 2025 Midwest A6W Regional
Perfect conditions greeted players at the 2025 USCA Midwest 6 Wicket Regional Tournament, held August 28–September 1 at the LaFortune Park Croquet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Hosted by the Tulsa Croquet Club over Labor Day Weekend, the event enjoyed the best weather in recent memory throughout all four days of play. Each flight featured 14 competitors, with three 4-handicap players competing in First Flight and one 4.5-handicap player moving up to Championship Flight.
Read More2025 Croquet News Volume 3: Croquet Day Celebration
The Fall 2025 Digital Edition of the USCA’s Croquet News has arrived! This issue spotlights the 2025 National Croquet Day celebration, showcasing how clubs across the country opened their lawns and invited new players to experience the game we all love.
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2025 Great Britain Team: Jack Good, Samir Patel, Harry Fisher, Gabrielle Higgins, Debbie Lines and Stephen Mulliner. (Clockwise starting back row left). Photo by Ian Lines.
Great Britain Strikes Back with 11-10 Solomon Win
Great Britain has reclaimed the Solomon Trophy, edging the United States in a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 edition of the historic AC test series. The test this year was held this year on the manicured lawns of Budleigh Salterton Croquet Club, August 7-10, and entertained both American and Great Britain fans and supporters as it came down to the very last game of the final match this past Sunday.
Read MoreUSCA Announces New Home for YouTube Channel
The USCA video team continues to develop our live streaming capabilities and recorded video. So far the results have been excellent. Now, we are excited to announce the new USCA YouTube channel, @uscroquetassociation, which will incorporate new recordings, as well as important events from the recent past. Consider it the center for all USCA broadcasts and recordings.
Read MoreSwing Into Action: 2026 US Open ProAm Offers a Rare Croquet Experience
ProAm doubles tournament, a one-of-a-kind event that allows amateurs to compete alongside the world's best players. Part of the 2nd annual US Open GC, the ProAm tournament will take place on Monday, February 9, 2026, at the National Croquet Center (NCC) in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Read MorePatricia Duke-Cox to Step Down as Croquet England President
Croquet England has confirmed that Patricia Duke-Cox will retire from her role as President following the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting in October 2025. Duke-Cox, who assumed the position in October 2022 after the retirement of Quiller Barrett, has guided the organization through three years of ceremonial leadership, including overseeing multiple AGMs and engaging with the croquet community across all levels of the sport.
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