NEWBERRY, Fla. - Time is running out to secure the best value for one of the season’s most anticipated events, as the early bird registration deadline for the 2026 Easton Foundations Gator Cup is fast approaching - and athlete numbers are already tracking toward record territory.
Set for April 17–19 at the Easton Newberry Archery Center, the Gator Cup serves as the opening stop of the United States Archery Team (USAT) Qualifier Series, drawing top talent from across the United States and around the globe.
With registrations surging ahead of previous years, the 2026 edition is on pace to challenge all-time participation highs, reinforcing the event’s reputation as a must-attend competition on the national calendar.
The popular Mixed Team Round returns on April 16, offering expanded categories and another opportunity for archers to get on the field ahead of the main event. This optional competition continues to grow in popularity and adds to an already packed schedule in Newberry.
Archers are strongly encouraged to register before the early bird deadline to take advantage of reduced pricing and secure their place in what is shaping up to be one of the largest Gator Cups to date. Coach credentials must also be secured in advance as they will NOT be sold on-site.
Beyond the competition, the stakes remain high: winners in senior barebow, compound, and recurve divisions will earn automatic qualification to the USAT Series Final, where a $50,000 prize fund awaits.
With momentum building and participation continuing to climb, now is the ideal time to lock in your spot and be part of an exciting start to the 2026 outdoor season.
Registration is open for all four events in the USAT Qualifier Series, including both editions of the Easton Foundations Salt Lake Summit (May 22-24 for Senior, Para and 50+; May 29-31 for Youth and Para Youth), the Easton Foundations SoCal Showdown (June 19-21) and the Rebel Gear Buckeye Classic (July 17-19).
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