The Carmel Cup

The Carmel Cup is a prestigious NCAA Division I men's golf tournament held at Spyglass Hill Golf Course in Pebble Beach, California. The tournament typically takes place over three days, with 54 holes of stroke play (18 holes each day). It features eight teams, each with six players, and uses a six-count-five format where the five best scores count toward the team total in each round. The field often includes several nationally ranked teams from major conferences such as the SEC, Big 12, and ACC. Teams qualify by invitation based on their performance and rankings. The Carmel Cup is known for its challenging course, elite competition, and as an early season highlight on the collegiate golf calendar.