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Player Update June 7^th

Phoenix Players & Coaches,

As of today, we are one week out from the 32^nd Phoenix Cup. There are several important items that we would like to communicate to you so you can be better informed as you venture to Ohio. Topics covered below include Pine Valley updates, meal information, clothing/attire, practice area information, daily transportation, Monday practice round tee assignments, and communication during tournament week.

For your convenience, we will post this information on the Latest News and Updates page on the Ohio Blind Golf site in the next day or two. Look for one last email at the end of this week for any last minute updates…

Pine Valley Update: The weather this spring has been Exceptionally cool and wet. As a result, construction of the new clubhouse was postponed until after the Phoenix Cup. . Lisa & Michael Reynolds, the course owners have a very large white tent with sides and windows that will accommodate everyone nicely. All our meetings and several meals will be held there during the week.

Meals: In respect to meals, we need to be prepared for any extra guests that may be traveling with you that would like to attend the meals. Your entry fee covers meals for all players & their essential guides/coaches. There will be a luncheon after the practice round on Monday, a trip to Blue Heron Brew Pub on Tuesday, a BBQ at Lisa & Michael Reynolds home on Wednesday, the Award Ceremony Banquet on Thursday at the Galaxy, and a meal following the Charity Scramble on Friday. The cost for each additional guest would be $100 for the week. Pleas reply to this email as soon as practical should you have extra guests. Also, if there are those with special dietary needs, please email americanblindgolf@gmail.com with your needs.

Clothing/Attire: Here is the review of clothing: On Tuesday, Team USA will wear red shirts with black bottoms. On Wednesday Team USA will wear navy shirts with gray bottoms. On Thursday, Team USA will wear white shirts with navy bottoms. On Friday, both Teams will wear the red shirts with the slight striping. Team Europe is aware of their shirt colors and will be planning accordingly. Both Teams will also be provided a logoed wind vest, a ¾ zip wind shirt, and a USA logoed golf hat for Team USA and a logoed European golf hat for Team Europe. Team USA hats are white with blue lettering across the front, American flag on the left, Phoenix Cup logo on the right, and the Huntington bank logo across the strap on the back. Team Europe hats are the blue color of the flag with gold stars on the front and similar Phoenix Cup logo and Huntington bank logos.

Practice Information: The weather once again has delayed the improvements on Pine Valley’s practice range. There will be approximately 8 outdoor matts available on site. However, they are not easily accessible. Alternatively, Norton Driving Range may be the preferred option. It is located about 1 mile east of the course. They are open from sunup to sundown. It is fully automated and costs $5 for a bucket of balls. Pine Valley does have a putting green by the clubhouse.

Transportation: There will be a daily shuttle available to and from the hotel to Pine Valley. As most all players/coaches have rented vehicles, the preferred option would be to drive to and from the course. Pine Valley is 2 miles from the hotel. My suggestion would be that players and coaches in need of daily transportation can seek out rides with another team member. Our hope is that any issues can be worked out at our initial meeting following the practice round on Monday June 15^th.

Practice Round Tee Assignments: On Monday June 15^th there will be a practice round available for all players. It will be a shotgun start at 8:45. Players will play in 3-somes, and captains from each team will inform you who you will be playing with and your tee assignment.

Lastly, for Team USA, Sarah Larson & Mark Arnold will text members during tournament week with any last minute vital information. The information will be passed along to the captains for Team Europe to notify their players.

Charity Scramble Information

For golfers wanting to enter a team in the “Fore” the Warrior Blind Golf Scramble, you may register your team by emailing americanblindgolf@gmail.com or by calling (330) 419-1710.

Alternatively, you can register online and pay the $400 ($100 per golfer) fee on the Donation. Be sure to put the name of your team in the note section of the form. We promise you the most memorable day on the links you will ever have!

The 32^nd Phoenix Cup

Tournament Week Schedule

Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 19, 2026

Pine Valley Golf Club Wadsworth, Ohio USA

Monday, June 15^th

Practice Round: Opening remarks 8:00AM, assigned tees at 8:45AM

Following the round , there will be a luncheon in the large white tent located behind the clubhouse. The Captains will exchange pairings and announce each other’s Foursomes selections.

Opening Ceremony at 7:00PM at Pine Valley: The Legion Riders will provide a motorcycle escort leaving the Garner Hotel at 6:30PM to Pine Valley. A brief ceremony will take place with a few local dignitaries. All team players and coaches are expected to attend wearing the provided Phoenix Cup vests.

Tuesday, June 16^th

Alternate Shot Foursomes: Opening remarks 8:00AM, assigned tees at 8:45AM, Shot-Gun Holes #14 through #1, Gents, White markers (approximately 6,000), Ladies & seated golfers, Red markers (approximately 4,600), the Euro Team as visitors, tee off first. Foursome Handicap allowances are calculated using half the aggregate difference between the two pairings. i.e. the US Pair has a combined handicap of forty and the Euro team has a combined handicap of twenty two, the difference is eighteen, giving nine shots to the US team. Following the round, the Fourball pairings will be announced, and the Team Captains will exchange pairings and announce each other’s selections.

A meal will be provided at the Blue Heron Brew Pub. Players will leave the hotel at approximately 3:30PM and caravan to the Blue Heron.

Wednesday, June 17^th

Fourball: Opening remarks 8:00AM, assigned tees at 8:45AM, Shot-Gun Holes #14 through #1, Gents, White markers (approximately 6,000), Ladies & seated golfers, Red markers (approximately 4,600), the Euro Team as visitors, tee off first. Fourball Handicap allowances are calculated using the lowest handicapped player, who drops to scratch and each of the remaining three players receive ninety percent of the difference between the lowest handicap and their own. i.e., The four players have handicaps of ten, fifteen, twenty and twenty eight, the player off ten drops to scratch and the other three get ninety percent of the difference between their own handicap and ten. 10 drops to scratch. 10 to 15 = 5. 10 to 20 = 9. 10 to 28 = 16. Following the round, the Singles pairings will be announced, and the Team Captains will exchange pairings and announce each other’s selections.

Following the round , there will be an early evening BBQ at the home of Lisa & Michael Reynolds catered by Blue Heron. In case of inclement weather, the meal will be in the large white tent located behind the clubhouse.

Thursday, June 18^th

Singles matches: Opening remarks 8:00AM, assigned tees at 8:45AM, Shot-Gun Holes #10 through #1 (2groups on #12 & #17), Gents, White markers (approximately 6,000), Ladies & seated golfers, Red markers (approximately 4,600), the Euro Team as visitors, tee off first. Singles Handicap allowances are calculated using the full difference between the two players. Example - Player one has a handicap of ten and their oppositions handicap is twenty four, the difference is fourteen and the higher handicapped player receives those fourteen shots. Regardless to whether either team wins enough points to claim the Cup, all remaining on-course matches must be played to the conclusion of their match.

Tournament Banquet & Metal Ceremony at the Galaxy Event Center: (Doors open at 5:15 with dinner at approximately 6:15). Attire is golf casual.

Friday, June 19^th

“Fore” the Warrior Charity Scramble

Registration begins at approximately 9:00 with hot dogs & chips compliments of the American Legion. A shotgun start will be at approximately 10:00. A meal provided by Blue Heron will follow the round. All Euro & USA golfers will play. Coaches can play ($100=golf, cart, and food).