The tournament was created to honour both JB Carr and Wellington Mara, who shared qualities of generosity and community spirit.
The idea was to host a friendly golf competition between Irish and U.S. golf clubs, promoting camaraderie and fellowship among the clubs’ members while also incorporating charitable acts.
Mary Carr, JB’s second wife generously donated JB’s British Amateur Prize, which he won three times, as the perpetual trophy.
To generate sustained financial support for charities important to the host club.
To host a meaningful biennial event that unites golfers, friends, and clubs around shared values, strengthening long-term relationships and competition through golf.
To deliver a professionally run, premium tournament that respects participants’ time and contribution, builds trust and reputation, and fosters enduring connections between leading golf communities worldwide.
The tournament is a collaboration between several prestigious Irish and U.S. golf clubs. The following clubs participate in the event:
Ballybunion Golf Club
Portmarnock Golf Club
Royal Portrush Golf Club
County Sligo Golf Club
Old Head Golf Links (2027 Host)
County Louth Golf Club
Sutton Golf Club (2031 Host)
Bel-Air Country Club
Oakmont Country Club
The Olympic Club
Oak Hill Country Club (2029 Host)
Winged Foot Golf Club (2037 Host)
Garden City Golf Club
Peachtree Golf Club (2033 Host)
The first competition was held at Portmarnock Golf Club in 2007. The event was intended to foster good fellowship and good golf, while also allowing for charitable initiatives to be woven into the competition.