Maryville College Announces Inaugural Highlander Cup Golf Tournament

Registration now open for four-person scramble event supporting Scots athletics

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:03am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented golf tournament scene in navy blue and orange, the official colors of Maryville College.The Highlander Cup Golf Tournament will bring the Maryville College community together to celebrate the school's athletic achievements and bright future.Maryville Today

Maryville College is launching its first-ever Highlander Cup Golf Tournament on June 8 at Green Meadow Country Club in Alcoa. The four-person scramble event is open to all golfers, businesses, organizations, and Scots fans, with proceeds supporting the college's athletics department as it transitions to the Southern Athletic Association (SAA) conference.

Why it matters

The Highlander Cup marks an exciting new tradition for Maryville College as it elevates its athletic programs to compete in the prestigious SAA conference. The tournament provides an opportunity for the community to engage with the college's sports teams and celebrate the school's rich history and promising future.

The details

The Highlander Cup will feature on-course competitions like long drive, closest to the pin, and a 'Challenge a Scot' event. Hole sponsorships and title sponsorships are available, with special packages including foursome registrations, player packs, and other promotional opportunities. All registrants will receive MC-branded Nike apparel, a boxed lunch, beverages, snacks, and a catered dinner.

  • The Highlander Cup Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 8, 2026.
  • The deadline to register for play is May 22, 2026.
  • Sponsorship opportunities are available through May 1, 2026.

The players

Dr. Andrew Wu

Athletics director at Maryville College, who is overseeing the planning and execution of the Highlander Cup Golf Tournament.

Maryville College

A nationally ranked institution of higher learning and one of America's oldest colleges, located in Maryville, Tennessee, between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the city of Knoxville.

Green Meadow Country Club

The golf course in Alcoa, Tennessee, that will host the Highlander Cup Golf Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“We are planning for friendly competition in a relaxed atmosphere with opportunities to engage with the Scots community and learn more about the most recent accomplishments of our players and coaches, as well as the exciting future of our program.”

— Dr. Andrew Wu, Athletics director

What’s next

The deadline for golfers to register for the Highlander Cup is May 22, 2026, and the deadline for sponsorship opportunities is May 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The Highlander Cup Golf Tournament represents an exciting new tradition for Maryville College as it transitions to the prestigious Southern Athletic Association conference. The event provides an opportunity for the community to engage with the college's sports teams, celebrate its rich history, and support the future of Scots athletics.