April 24, 2025

MARSHALL, MI — The anticipation for the 24th Annual Carl Spackler Open, touted as the #1 amateur golf tournament in the United States, is reaching its zenith as the event gears up to kick off in Ohio. With the roster nearly finalized, excitement among golf enthusiasts is palpable as they await the ultimate showdown.

The Captains Club, the organizing body behind the prestigious tournament, has diligently crafted the 2025 roster, which primarily features golfers from all over the United States. Over the span of several months, 92 registered golfers have been added using a Roster Worksheet based on player engagement and contribution.

"Further registrants with a paid deposit now make up our waiting list," announced Captains Club member Greg Garrett, shedding light on future roster additions. "The last step involves accepting only paid registrants using the Roster Worksheet. This will occur on May 1 or May 2. Unpaid registrants will be skipped over and not part of the waiting list."

The 2025 Carl Spackler Open is expected to have a tournament field of 92 players. “We always have cancellations and people who simply do not pay their outstanding balance,” said CFO of the Captains Club Rick Dosky. “We have plans to backfill the cancellations by adding three players in early May.”

The next action for the Captains Club takes place on May 1 or 2. Players will be added and the final roster will be set. Those additions will have 1-3 days to complete the first set of participant options and less than two weeks to pay their outstanding balance. The 2nd set of participant options will begin on May 5 and last a few weeks.

"The Roster Worksheet and complete acceptance process can be accessed through the website notebook," emphasized Captains Club member Bill Bateson, underlining the transparency and accessibility of the selection process. “We have inserted a process that tells us what to do while giving everyone the opportunity to control their eligibility by contributing towards making our event better.”

For paid registrants who may not secure a spot in the 2025 Carl Spackler Open, reassurance comes in the form of options outlined by the Captains Club. They will be contacted in May 2025 to either remain on the waiting list or receive a full refund, ensuring fairness and transparency in the proceedings.

As the countdown to the 2025 Carl Spackler Open commences, with a mere 2 months left until tee-off, the anticipation continues to mount. With 92 golfers expected to grace the event, the first set of participant options remains open for selection until May 4, promising an exhilarating showdown in Ohio.