| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | Registration | Plainfield Country Club |
| Practice Facility Open's, & Breakfast | Plainfield Country Club | |
| 1:00 PM | Tee Times Start (Stroke Play) | Plainfield Country Club |
| 6:00 PM | Awards | Plainfield Country Club |
| Dinner & Reception | Plainfield Country Club |
The Malbon Buckets Cup Tour is a new premiere competitive golf series blending elite-level competition with modern golf culture, creating a new proving ground for professional players, top amateurs, and culturally relevent competitors. More than a pro-am, the Buckets Cup is designed as a tour - competitive, inclusive, and built for a new generation of golfers. Each event awards cash prizes, Malbon merchandise, and season points are awarded at each event, counting towards Malbon Buckets Cup championship qualification.
Buckets Club tournaments are community-first events designed for fun, culture, and accessibility. The Malbon Buckets Cup is a competitive tour format GHIN-verified, stroke play, with qualification pathways, points, and a championship purse while still maintaining Malbon’s cultural DNA.
No. Buckets Club remains the foundation of the community. The Buckets Cup
is an evolution, a competitive pathway built on top of Buckets Club for members
who want to test their game on a national stage.
Yes. Very similar to the Buckets Club tournaments, a membership allows
you access to play in the tournaments. Your membership ID will be requested to
purchase a registration space.
If you are a PGA Section Pro, you will be able to register without a membership
to compete in the pro class however, space will be limited to 1 pro per group
with 3 amateurs (or Buckets Club members)
No. The Buckets Cup is a Pro/Am tour with three divisions:
The format is designed to be competitive yet inclusive.
All Buckets Cup events are GHIN required and verified. Net scoring includes a 15 Net Cap, with ties broken by lower handicap index to ensure fair play.
The Malbon Buckets Cup is a competitive tour designed for players who want to compete, win money, and earn their place in the Championship. There will be separate opportunities through the brand to engage in a more relaxed, less competitive golf environment, however the Buckets Cup is designed within a competitive landscape.
At each tour stop, the top gross finisher and the top net finisher will automatically qualify, advancing toward a Championship field of approximately 40 players. Additional spots will be awarded based on cumulative points earned throughout the season.
At the conclusion of the season, players with the highest cumulative point totals in both the net and gross categories will earn an invitation to the Championship, subject to the final season-long playing format.
Absolutely. While competition is elevated, the Buckets Cup is still rooted in:
• Storytelling
• Fashion & style
• Music, media, and retail activations
• Community gatherings and experiences
This isn’t just a leaderboard it’s a cultural platform.
Yes—more elevated, but familiar. Expect:
• LED leaderboards
• Live-streamed featured holes
• Closing dinner and ceremonies
• Retail activations and exclusive drops
The experience is premium, immersive, and intentional.
The tour includes 10 U.S. stops, culminating in a Championship Finale, hosted on iconic courses across multiple states.
Across the season:
• $300k+ in total prizing
• $100k Championship purse
• Lexus, Malbon credits, and exclusive product
Yes. Buckets Club tournaments will continue to prioritize accessibility, fun formats, and social play. While the Buckets Cup is where competition tightens.
The Buckets Cup was built to create a clear competitive pathway for the next generation of golfers. Where culture meets real competition, and community connects to championship-level play.
