Plan Now: National Croquet Day 2024

Even though Croquet Day 2024 on June 1 is just around the corner, you still have time to plan your club's croquet event. It’s fun, easy and what your club needs to continue growing. The USCA will help you in any way we can, so don't hesitate to call the office or email marketing@croquetamerica.com.

The USCA is excited about the impact National Croquet Day will continue to have on the croquet community and has the following targets in mind during the development and creation of the event each year:

• Foster relationships by building community.

• Support participation and continuity through organizational excellence.

• Commit to growth through diversity and inclusion.

• Develop and enjoy the sport through education.

• Promote croquet as a lifelong activity and healthy lifestyle.

To maximize the opportunity, USCA clubs are encouraged to post photos of their National Croquet Day activities on their websites and email them to croquetmedia@uscroquet.com. The USCA will post them on its Facebook and Instagram channels to showcase each club’s day.

In addition, National Croquet Day 2024 will kick off a new “Photo of the Month” series. As members and clubs send photos to croquetmedia@uscroquet.com, we will post the winner and several alternatives. It will be a fun way for your club to get national exposure and hopefully acquire new members.

Clubs have been creative as Croquet Day has become an important part of their annual growth efforts. Here are some recent prize winners sure to inspire you:

• Grand Haven did “Rock the Wickets” featuring music and colorful decorations.

• How about a “Luau on the Lawn” featuring a Hawaiian barbecue at Wyndemere?

• Perhaps an “Alice in Wonderland, Mad Hatter” theme?

• Funny photos are always a winning concept, matched with a funny hat theme.

• Jekyll Island had a “Croquet Carnival” that was easy to put together and so much fun.

• Or just go with the traditional Wine & Wickets or Mallets & Margaritas or Mallets & Martinis.

Don’t worry about borrowing a great idea. It will be original if it’s at your club.

Prizes

The top 10 photos of themed events will receive a certificate, publicity in the Croquet News and on the USCA website. The winners will be selected by players and committee members, so please assign the photography duties to a creative individual.

Why National Croquet Day Matters:

Our goal at the USCA is to promote the awareness, development and enjoyment of croquet in the United States, providing resources and governance for the sport at all levels. And most importantly, life is much better with croquet in it. Grab a mallet and a friend, and let’s play together.