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Get Ready for The Ultimate Golfing Thrill!

The 2026 CriticalRiver OPEN Golf Tournament!

Where Innovation Meets the Green

The CriticalRiver OPEN isn’t just another event—it’s the event where bold ideas, big personalities, and unforgettable connections come together for a day of pure, high-energy fun. Leaders, visionaries, and technologists hit the greens, not just to play, but to thrive, compete, and drive innovation with every swing.

This annual tournament is our celebration of the trusted relationships that fuel our journey, a thank-you to our clients who make CriticalRiver part of their success story. Beyond the trophies and the laughs, it’s an opportunity to build connections, spark new ideas, and make a real impact together. Join us in creating memories, making waves, and giving back to the communities that keep us all moving forward!

Tee Up, Connect, and Make a Difference

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Sponsor

Choose from a range of sponsorship packages that cater to all levels, making it easy to support and engage at a level that fits your goals and budget.

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Play

Whether you’re a solo player or bringing a friend, we’ve got great players ready to partner up, ensuring a fantastic experience on the greens.

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Network

Join industry leaders in an informal setting that fosters genuine connections and opens doors to meaningful partnerships.

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Your Takeaway

New to golf? We’ve got you covered. Our instructors are ready to help you pick up the game and fine-tune your swing.

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Your Turn to Give Back

Winners get the chance to give back by choosing a nonprofit, with CriticalRiver donating the prize on their behalf.

Tournament Format

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First Foursome Winner

  • Individual trophy
  • Personalized golf bag
  • $5000 cash prize*
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Second Foursome Winner

  • Individual trophy
  • $2500 cash prize*
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Third Foursome Winner

  • Individual trophy
  • $1500 cash prize*
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Longest Drive Individual (Men & Women)

  • Personalized Golf Bag
  • + Individual Trophy
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Closest-to-the-Pin Individual (Men & Women)

  • Personalized Golf Bag
  • + Individual Trophy

Scramble/Contest Rules

General Rules

  • Tees:
    • All men play from the III (CriticalRiver Logo Tees) tee markers.
    • All ladies play from the IV tee markers.
  • Competition Format:
    • This is a non-handicapped competition.
    • The format is a Four-Person Scramble.
    • All players hit their tee shot. The team selects the best shot.
    • All players then hit their next shot from that spot. Repeat until holed.
    • Maximum of 2 putts per green. If all players miss the first putt, pick up and move on.
    • Double-Bogey Maximum per hole. Once you reach double bogey, pick up and proceed.
    • Only one team score should be recorded per hole on the official scorecard (to be turned in post-play).
    • Each team must use three tee shots from each player.
      (A MAXIMUM OF 5 PER PLAYER – includes Par 3s. That’s why we say “tee” shot, not “drive.”)
  • Mulligans:
    • Each team can use up to 8 mulligans total.
    • Maximum of 2 mulligans per player.
    • Mulligans cannot be used for tee shots on contest holes (#3, #4, and #17).
    • Mulligans must be purchased during registration; proceeds go to charity.
  • Pace of Play:
    • Target pace: under 10 minutes per hole, not exceeding 15 minutes per hole.
    • Aim to complete your round within 4.5 hours.
    • Always stay aligned with the group in front.
  • Local Rules:
    • Cart Path Only – Carts must remain on paths.
    • Use sidewalks between holes as designated cart paths.
    • Players are personally liable for any damage caused on the course.
  • Bathroom Codes:
    • Men’s: 9898
    • Ladies’: 0704

Contest Holes

  • Hole #3 – Longest Drive Contest
    • Only legal drives on the fairway are eligible.
    • Mulligans cannot be used.
    • If your drive beats the existing marker for your gender, enter your name in the next slot on the contest card and move the marker/stake to your final ball position.
    • Separate cards and markers for Men’s and Women’s categories.
  • Hole #4 – Hole-in-One Contest
    • Mulligans cannot be used.
    • Must be witnessed and signed off by two official witnesses at the hole.
    • Witnesses will notify the event coordinators immediately if there’s a winner.
  • Hole #17 – Closest to the Pin Contest
    • Only balls on the green (not fringe) are measured.
    • Mulligans cannot be used.
    • If you think your ball is closest, measure it with the provided tape, compare with the contest card, and record your name and measurement if it’s the new closest.
    • Men and women compete in the same contest.

Rewards CriticalRiver OPEN 2026

Hole-in-One Winner Prize

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC 4D Sport Utility

Hole-in-Two Winner Prize

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2025 Charity Golf International Experience

Any team making a qualifying donation will have the opportunity to hole out Professional Long Driver Tommy Hug’s 400+ yard drive on our Par 5 Hole. Any individual that holes out wins a golf trip of a lifetime! WIN A $5,000 GOLF TRIP OF A LIFETIME!

Tommy Hug

  • Longest Drive: 459 Yards
  • 7 World Long Drive Championship Appearances
  • 1 Tour Win: World Long Drive Tour
  • Top-10 Finish at World Long Drive Championship
  • Driver: Krank
  • Shaft: House of Forged
  • Hometown: Foothill Ranch, CA

Global Brands to Redefine Excellence at CriticalRiver OPEN 2025

Glimpses from CriticalRiver OPEN, 2025

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CriticalRiver OPEN 2025

May 19, 2025
Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr, Danville, CA 94506

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Support the Community and Build Meaningful Connections

All sponsor company logos will be prominently displayed on the CriticalRiver OPEN website, in media releases, and at the event. A tournament coordinator will be assigned to facilitate all sponsor relations. Sponsorship company logos are printed on the back of the CriticalRiver OPEN 2026 polo shirts as sponsors. All sponsors will have the right to include a logo item of their choice in the goody bag. All sponsors’ attendees are served breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Connect With Us

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    To obtain further details, kindly email us at criticalriveropen@criticalriver.com