Event Details
October 21–24, 2026
Swings for the Spectrum Cup is a premier 4-day Ryder Cup style charity event held at the breathtaking Big Cedar Golf Club in the heart of the Ozarks. Join us in our mission to support autism awareness and provide vital resources for A.S.A.N. as we showcase competitive spirit and regional beauty.
Day 1
October 21, 2026
Event Kick Off
- Arrival & Player Registration
- Optional Practice Round
- Welcome Dinner
- Elect Captains
- Player Draft
- First Day Parings
Daily Schedule
Plan your participation for the 2026 Swings for the Spectrum Cup. Explore our detailed four-day itinerary at the prestigious Big Cedar Lodge.
Day 2
October 22, 2026
Ozarks National & Cliffhangers
- 2 v 2 Team Net Best Ball Match Play​
- 2 v 2 Individual Net Best Ball ​
- Longest Drive
- Next Day Pairings
Day 3
October 23, 2026
Top of the Rock, Buffalo Ridge, & Tom Watson Putting Course
- 2 v2 Team ScrambleÂ
- 2 v 2 Team Matchplay
- 6 v 6 Alternate Shot Putting
- Longest Putt​
- Final Day Pairings
Day 4
October 24, 2026
Mountain Top & Payne's Valley
- 2 v 2 Alternate Shot
- 1 v 1 Net Strokeplay
- Closest to the pin
- Awards Ceremony Dinner​
Ryder Cup Format
Team Competition: 6 vs 6
The Swings for the Spectrum Cup follows a classic team-based rivalry. Twelve golfers are divided into two squads for a 6 vs 6 battle. This intimate format ensures every match carries significant weight for the final leaderboard.
Match Types
- The competition includes four distinct phases across the Ozark terrain:
- Alternate Shot: Teammates play one ball, alternating shots until the hole is finished.
- Fourball (Best Ball): Each player plays their own ball; the lowest score for each team counts.
- Team Matchplay: Each team records both playing partners score, lowest total wins the hole
- Singles: Pure head-to-head match play on the final day.
Scoring & Fair Play
Each match won earns 1 point for the team; a halved match earns 0.5 points. The first team to reach a cumulative majority of total points is declared the Swings For The Spectrum Cup champions. All play adheres to USGA rules with local Big Cedar modifications where applicable.