The Players Cup: AUGUST 15-16, 2026

DC Metro vs. Eastern, NC vs. Tidewater, VA vs. Richmond, VA

Defending Champions: Richmond, VA

THE PLAYERS CUP DETAILS - SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Check In Begins @ 6:30 AM - Clubhouse

Range Opens @ 7:00 AM

ANNOUNCEMENTS on Driving Range @ 8:15 AM

SHOTGUN FROM THE RANGE @ 8:30 AM

Award Winning Golf at Occano Golf Club

Occano is honored to be home to one of Arnold Palmer’s premier signature golf course designs. Palmer knew from the beginning that this special property overlooking the picturesque Albemarle Sound offered an opportunity to provide the finest golf experience in the eastern Carolinas.

Engaging his deep respect and love for the land, for the game, and for people, Palmer created a 7,192-yard, 18-hole masterpiece, which opened to immediate acclaim in 2009.  Offering 11 holes with views of the Albemarle Sound, the course offers sweeping vistas and a tranquil coastal backdrop that elevates every round. The layout flows naturally with the land, using the area's rolling terrain and mature trees to shape a course that feels organic and refined.

Whether you're a seasoned player or a weekend enthusiast, Palmer’s vision at Occano delivers a round of golf that is both challenging and deeply enjoyable. The course is known for its playability, beauty, and pace, making it a must-play for those who appreciate the game in a relaxed setting.

Occano Golf Club

105 Scotch Hall Court, Merry Hill, NC 27957

$20 per day - PER PLAYER "One Large Skins Game" 

Both Players must be in the Skins, if not One Player can Buy Both In.

POLEYs = $10.00 Per Day

*Both days must be paid when checking in on Saturday / no single day buy-in

(Par 3 Hole(s) 3, 7, 14, 17) You must be inside the Flag Stick to count and to record on the attached card with the scorecard.

The Players Cup: Tee Boxes

All players must Check-In, and those whom wish to play in the Optional Side Games, must bring cash to enter.

Inclement Weather – In the event of inclement weather, the tournament will go on as scheduled (unless the course closes). Please make sure you check the tour homepage/email/facebook for updates.

Entry Credit(s)/Return: Due to the Course Booked once Pairings have been posted, No Refunds will be available.

SPECIAL NOTE: 50/50 Raffle Tickets will be at the Check In Table, 5 Tickets for $20.00.  

We will not have additional golf carts for spectators at this tournament. We have a full 104 players in the field, and the course has no additional golf carts. Only the players are to be in the golf carts, spectators are not to ride with the players.

- High Natural Grass not marked will be played as a Penalty Area.

- Drop Zones: The Par 3's will not have Drop Zones as players can Drop with Penalty on the line they entered the Penalty Area on these holes (3, 7, 14, 17).

- Ground Under Repair includes: Areas completely encircled with white lines or otherwise specified. Drainage ditches filled with stones, (French drains). Seams of cut turf.