2025 AUS President's AC Eights

Published Mon 06 Oct 2025

Held at Cairnlea VIC from 3-6 October
 
'President's Eights' refers to a series of high-level croquet tournaments. It feature separate 'eights' of eight players, with selection based on performance and eligibility criteria. This prestigious event, open to players worldwide, is an opportunity for our best AC players to showcase their talents.
 
In this year's tournament:
 
First 8: Dwayne McCormick (Norwood) successfully defended his title, winning the Eddie Hunt Trophy in a playoff 26TP - 0 over Greg Hill (Brunswick) 
 
Second 8: James Carlisle (Cammeray) went through undefeated to claim the Tom Howat Cup, with Stephen Richards (Canberra) coming in second place.
 
Third 8: Colin Clark (Maryborough) edged out Joanne Brown (Cammeray) in a tight playoff, 19–17 to win the Major Tingey Tray.
 
 

RESULTS

 
 

PHOTOS

  1. Second 8s: Winner James Carlisle (Cammeray) with runner-up Stephen Richards (Canberra).
  2. Third 8: Winner Colin Clark (Maryborough QLD) with runner-up Joanne Brown (Cammeray).

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