St. Paul Cash Spiel
Frequently Asked Questions
October 8–11, 2026 · Saint Paul Curling Club · Saint Paul, Minnesota
This page covers the most common questions we hear from teams applying to St. Paul Cash Spiel. If yours isn't answered here, email info@cashspiel.com.
Who can apply?
Any team may submit an application during the registration window. The St. Paul Cash Spiel is a curated bonspiel — the field is selected from the applicant pool based on WCF World Team Ranking points. See how teams are chosen for the full selection rules.
Can I see which teams have applied?
Yes — The Field lists every team that has applied, ranked by WCF World Team Ranking points, with the Pool 1 and Pool 2 selection cutlines marked. It updates as new applications come in and as rankings change.
How is the field seeded?
Event seeding starts from WCF World Team Ranking points; ties — and teams without ranking points — are ordered by who applied earlier. A preliminary seeding is published first, marked subject to change, so teams can flag anything that looks off. The final seeding, which pool play is drawn from, is locked about one to two weeks before first stone (using the rankings as of roughly Week 8–9 of the tour season). Once published, your seed appears on The Field. Questions about your seed? Email info@cashspiel.com before the final seeding is published.
When does registration open and close?
Registration opens June 1, 2026 and closes August 1, 2026. Selected teams are announced in mid-August.
How much does it cost?
The fee is $1,000 USD per team. Payment is collected after you've been selected and confirmed — not when you submit your application. Payment is due by September 1, 2026.
Is this a USA Curling Nationals qualifier?
No. The 2026 event is not a USAC National Championship qualifier. Champions of each division earn official WCF World Team Ranking points and an automatic play-through invitation to the GSOC National (Sydney, NS — November 17–22, 2026). See the rules for the full Grand Slam qualification chain.
Does the event award ranking points?
Yes — St. Paul Cash Spiel is a sanctioned World Curling Tour satellite event, and top finishers earn official WCF World Team Ranking points based on their placement at the event. You can check the current standings on the World Curling Team Ranking (men's here, women's here) — the same ranking used for selection. See how teams are chosen.
What if I can't pay by the deadline?
Reach out to the bonspiel chair at info@cashspiel.com before September 1, 2026— we'd rather work with you than release your spot. If a confirmed team's payment isn't received by the deadline, the spot may be offered to the next team on the waitlist.
What if I need to withdraw or change my roster?
Entry fees are non-refundable after a team's registration has been confirmed — full terms live on the refund policy page. Roster changes after selection should be reported to the chair as soon as possible; significant changes may affect tour eligibility for the event.
Can I review the terms before applying?
Yes — both are public pages, no application required. Read the full Terms & Conditions and Refund Policy any time. When you do apply, the registration form asks you to agree to both before you can submit.
Where and when is the event held?
The event runs October 8–11, 2026 at the Saint Paul Curling Club in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Practice ice is available the evening before; see the rules for pace-of-play, format, and DSC details.
Still have a question? Email info@cashspiel.com.