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Celebrating the Champions of the 2026 Ben Wright International Challenge Cu


The 2026 Ben Wright International Challenge Cup was an incredible success, bringing together outstanding teams, great competition, and unforgettable moments at both The Carolina Country Club and The Country Club of Spartanburg on May 8, 2026.

We would like to extend our sincere congratulations and appreciation to all of the players, sponsors, and supporters who made this year’s tournament so special.

At The Carolina Country Club, congratulations to:

  • 1st Place Gross Team Champions
    Travis Rice, James Scofield, Bradley Hall, and Randy Birch representing H & W Electrical Corp.
  • 1st Place Net Team Champions
    Tim Dunlap, Rob Hrubala, Ray Greco, and Dylan Murray representing The Carolina Country Club.
  • 2nd Place Gross Team
    Andy Falatok, Bill Duncan, Christopher Falatok, and Daniel Craig representing Yellow Tag Auction.
  • 2nd Place Net Team
    Ben Boland, Dustin Adair, Landon Hames, and Nathan Rogers representing Universal Civil Construction | Unlimited Hardscapes.

Closest-to-the-Pin winners:

  • Keller De Bruhl
  • Ryan Sousa
  • Dylan Murray
  • Chris Carey

Longest Drive winner:  Steven Boucher

Straightest Drive winner:  Dean Edwards

At The Country Club of Spartanburg, congratulations to:

  • 1st Place Gross Team Champions
    Sean Hargett, Drew Painter, Travis Russell, and Barry Bright representing Steeger USA, Inc.
  • 1st Place Net Team Champions
    Clint Tolleson, Kenny Rhinehart, Josh Gallman, and Rick Cloninger representing the Clint & Jean Tolleson Team.
  • 2nd Place Gross Team
    Jonathan Bray, Per Olofsson, Jordan Renfrow, and Daniel Ceremuga representing Symtech, Inc.

Closest-to-the-Pin winners:

  • Wayne Bissette
  • Andrew Hewitt
  • Rick Cloninger
  • Alex Evins

Longest Drive winner:  Andrew Hewitt

Straightest Drive winner:  Daniel Ceremuga

Thank you again to every participant, sponsor, volunteer, and supporter who helped make this year’s Challenge Cup a tremendous success. Your enthusiasm and sportsmanship continue to make this tournament one of the most anticipated events of the year.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year for another outstanding tournament experience!