Croquet Strategy for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced
Players on CD-ROM
Produced by the Croquet Foundation of America, these three books by Bob Kroeger and Ted Prentis are now available
on CD-ROM. The CD-ROM can be downloaded and printed as books as desired. They feature
many pages of text and court diagrams WITH THE BALLS IN COLOR rather than the normal black/shaded balls with initials.
This makes viewing and understanding the diagrams easy.
For purchasing information, please contact Diane Weir at the USCA office for details: 561-478-2300 by phone
or usca@msn.com. or
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Bob and Ted's
EXCELLENT CROQUET VIDEO
Everything the beginning croquet player needs to get started in a 2 1/2 hour double tape set. America's most
popular and experienced croquet coaches (Ted Prentis and Bob Kroeger) combine forces to take you right from the beginning
steps - direction of play and use of the deadness board - step-by-step through each of the croquet shots. The tape ends with
a brief introduction to strategy. This tape is a MUST for players new to USCA croquet.
Bob and Ted's
MOST WANTED CROQUET STRATEGY VIDEO
This double tape set includes 3 1/2 hours of croquet strategy explained by the best American coaches in the
game. If you need to know the where, when and how of croquet strategy, this video is for you. These MOST WANTED videos are
designed to follow the EXCELLENT set.
Bob and Ted's
STAYING ALIVE VIDEO - WINNING CROQUET TACTICS
This video focuses in depth on the common problems aspiring players face - especially those dealing with "deadness",
its consequences, and how to avoid it; problems at the first and second wickets; when and how to attack; three- and four-ball
break play; deadness rotation issues; and end game tactics.
Bob and Ted's
YOU MAKE THE CALL VIDEO
This newest hour-long video, designed for all levels, poses thought-provoking croquet situations, then goes
to freeze frame for a few seconds to allow the viewer to make a determination about the best solution. When action resumes,
Bob and Ted explain and demonstrate their own professional opinion.
A GUIDE TO CROQUET COURT PLANNING, BUILDING & MAINTENANCE
by Dr. Carleton Mabee
A former national champion, Dr. Mabee knows everything there is to know about croquet greens, from every angle,
from court construction of various types through long-term maintenance. This is the definitive manual and reference book on
croquet courts.
CROQUET: THE SPORT
by Jack Osborn and John Osborn
This is the best available presentation of the sport of croquet as played at USCA clubs, covering everything
the beginning player needs to know, including the sport's history, customs, and etiquette. Sections on tactics, strategy and
shot-making are clearly and well illustrated.
THE CROQUET FOUNDATION OF AMERICA'S MONOGRAPH SERIES ON CLUB BUILDING, ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Bob Alman, Editor and Chief Writer
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Volume I
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Getting Started
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Volume II
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Organizing for Success
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Volume III
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Producing Programs and Events that Work
Organized for easy reading and reference, these volumes constitute a comprehensive guide to all the information
local club organizers need in order to start and maintain a croquet club or facility,
INTERNATIONAL RULES: THE LAWS OF ASSOCIATION CROQUET
The book details the International (or "Association") rules for 6-wicket croquet which govern the sport as most
often played in countries other than the U.S. and Canada.
NATIONAL CROQUET CALENDAR
Published six times a year, the Calendar has a small subscription base limited mostly to USCA tournament players.
Billing itself as "The Croquet Player's Journal," it features the most complete listing available of upcoming tournaments
and tournament results, as well as lively and often controversial articles on the USCA and current issues and personalities
in the sport. Subscription is $35/year domestic. Contact editor Garth Eliassen at The National Croquet Calendar, P.O. Box 208, Monmouth, OR 97361, telephone 503-838-5697.
USCA CROQUET SHOT-MAKING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
by Bob Kroeger
The USCA's basic text on the full variety of croquet strokes, including stance, grips, swngle-ball strokes,
rushes, take-offs, full- and half-rolls, and more, with practice drills and exercises, illustrated. This manual is intended
for use with the heavier, professional level of mallets and balls used at USCA clubs and sports facilities.
USCA RULEBOOK
by the USCA Rules Committee
The 1995 edition deals mostly with the USCA 6-Wicket American Rules game, but also includes new Advanced Tournament
Rules for 9-Wicket Croquet as well as basic and advanced rules for Golf Croquet.
USCA CROQUET NEWS
Published four times a year, this official newsletter of the USCA is mailed to all members, included in the
annual cost of membership. Also included in your membership are the OFFICIAL USCA RULES, the USCA CROQUET DIRECTORY, and other
communications on tournaments and membership affairs. "At large" membership is available directly through the USCA for $50
for individuals or $75 for couples. (The USCA membership, when taken through a USCA club, is available for a somewhat lower
cost, and is often included in club membership dues.)
