Building Friendships Through Golf, Striving for Excellence | 2026 Excellence Cup Golf Tournament Held in Maryland
USCAC Creates a Platform for Sports and Business Networking, Bringing Together Entrepreneurs and Golf Enthusiasts from the Greater Washington, D.C. Area
On October 30, 2026, the Excellence Cup 2026 Golf Tournament, hosted by the U.S. China Association of Commerce (USCAC), was held at Enterprise Golf Course in Maryland. With the theme “Where Excellence Meets the Green,” the event brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and golf enthusiasts from across the Greater Washington, D.C. area. Participants enjoyed friendly competition on the course while taking the opportunity to connect and build relationships.
Beginning at 9:00 a.m., players arrived at the course to check in, confirm their groups, and complete pre-tournament preparations. The opening ceremony began at 10:30 a.m., followed by a group photo with players and guests. The competition officially teed off at 11:00 a.m., as participants took to the 18-hole course.
Golf is more than a sport that tests skill, patience, and concentration; it is also a bridge that connects people through friendship and collaboration. The Excellence Cup brought together the spirit of competition and the value of business networking, offering entrepreneurs and professionals from a range of industries an opportunity to meet, exchange experiences, and build new connections.
In the afternoon, as players completed their rounds, event staff collected and verified the scores in preparation for the evening’s awards ceremony.
That evening, the Excellence Cup Awards Dinner was held at Sunshine Health & Wellness Center. Guests, sponsor representatives, and tournament participants gathered to celebrate the day’s competition and share highlights from the event.
The tournament featured individual and team awards recognizing players and teams for their outstanding performances. In addition to the awards presentation, the dinner included interactive activities such as a lucky draw, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The successful hosting of this year’s Excellence Cup Golf Invitational would not have been possible without the generous support of businesses and community partners. Special thanks go to title sponsor 1st Green Energy and special sponsor Luzhou Laojiao · Guojiao 1573 for their generous support.
USCAC also extends its sincere appreciation to the Platinum Sponsors: HSBC, Capital Bank, and Omni Financial Risk Management; the Gold Sponsors: Ocean Crab, Gyu Shige, and Lao Szechuan; and the Excellence Cup Sponsors: Century Cabinets, Angelo USA, Long River Realty LLC, China Garden, GMCC Vera Team, SAKE Japanese Steakhouse, Aestar LLC, Harmony & Keen, ITALK, NextVision Golf Club, Perfect Furniture and Lighting, and ZQ Appliances.
From the friendly competition on the golf course during the day to the celebration and networking at the awards dinner in the evening, the Excellence Cup used golf as a common bond, bringing together participants from diverse backgrounds and industries to build connections through sport and discover opportunities for collaboration.
Looking ahead, the U.S. China Association of Commerce will continue to serve as a bridge and platform for business exchange and cooperation. USCAC looks forward to organizing more engaging and meaningful events that contribute to the continued growth of the business community and the broader Greater Washington, D.C. region.
The 2026 Excellence Cup Golf Tournament concluded on a high note. We look forward to seeing everyone back on the course next year.
