The final day of the 2023 USCA Selection Eights held at the National Croquet Center had key games played in both the First Eight and Second Eight. In the First, Stephen Morgan started the morning by picking up the one win he needed to clinch the First Eight title. He took care of business early with a 26tp-4 win over Sherif Abdelwahab to secure his first First Eight win. He was 8-4 overall in the event and is ranked fifth in the U.S. player AC rankings and #37 in the world. Morgan says it was his 12th year in the event and first time winning the First Eight.
Read MoreThe 2023 USCA Selection Eights worked through the third day with the the Second and Third Eights now having played 12 of the 14 scheduled games. It looks like the First Eight will be playing 12 games and Stephen Morgan is still at the top of the standings with a 7-3 record. On Sunday morning, he still has Zack Watson (5-5) and Sherif Abdelwahab (4-6) to play.
Read MoreThe 2023 USCA Selection Eights moved through Day Two yesterday and with eight of 14 games in the books for the Second and Third Eights. In the First Eight, Stephen Morgan is at the top of the standings with a 4-2 record, but Brian Cumming, Doug Grimsley and Randy Cardo are close behind at 4-3. Rich Lamm is a scratch, so that seems to be impacting the number of games played for the group.
Read MoreThe 2023 edition of the USCA Selection Eights kicked off yesterday with three groups. It’s definitely a smaller overall group than expected, with five groups of eight being more of the standard. I suspect the recent AC Worlds and next year’s GC Worlds set for October in the U.S. are having an impact. Top players might be looking to shift more playing time and travel budget to GC to prepare for next fall.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe USCA has announced the following information for golf croquet selection with several world events on deck for 2024 and 2025. The WCF has three GC world championships scheduled for late 2024 and early 2025, two of which are slated to be held in the U.S.
Read MoreThe United States Croquet Association (USCA) has announced the start of the 2023 USCA Annual Award Nominations process. This annual tradition invites members to nominate individuals and clubs that have demonstrated excellence throughout the year. The prestigious awards honor outstanding contributions, dedication and accomplishments in croquet for 2023.
Read MoreThe 2023 Volume 3 Digital Edition of the USCA's Croquet News magazine is now available for viewing as an eMag. This Fall issue features extended coverage of the 2023 WCF AC World Championship which saw 12 US players participate in the event. In addition, the issue also showcases the USCA's 2023 National Croquet Day winners and the Annual Club Directory. Going deeper into the edition, readers will also find the usual line-up of departments plus a member profile on Brian Hovis.
Read MoreExcitement is building as the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club (CBCC) will be hosting the prestigious 2023 USCA Golf Croquet Nationals in September. The week-long event is scheduled to take place from Monday, September 18, 2023, to Sunday, September 24, 2023. Croquet players across the country are encouraged to register for this showcase GC tournament by contacting the United States Croquet Association (USCA) office.
Read MoreThe United States Croquet Association (USCA) is excited to announce the 2023 Grant Program, providing an opportunity for clubs and schools to boost membership and foster new initiatives in public access spaces. The program goal is to support innovative projects and events that promote the growth of croquet in the United States.
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