Bernardston, September 20, 2025
News Summary
Golf enthusiasts, prepare for an exciting matchup as the 26th annual Franklin Cup tournament is set to take place at Crumpin-Fox Club in Bernardston. This highly anticipated event features a Ryder Cup-style competition between the local teams: Crumpin-Fox Club and the Country Club of Greenfield. After last year’s victory by CCG, CFC aims to seize the silverware on home turf. The rivalry promises thrilling moments and competitive spirit as experienced players and eager newcomers take to the course for bragging rights.
Bernardston: Franklin Cup Golf Tournament Set for Next Weekend at Crumpin-Fox Club
Get ready, golf fans — the rivalry heats up again as the 26th annual Franklin Cup rolls into Bernardston. This weekend spectacle pits two local powerhouses against each other in a Ryder Cup-style slugfest that promises bragging rights, clutch putts, and plenty of clubhouse jawing.
What’s happening
The 26th annual Franklin Cup golf tournament will take place at Crumpin-Fox Club next weekend. The event is run in a team match-play format that fans love for its head-to-head drama. The tournament features a Ryder Cup-style format, with the Crumpin-Fox Club (CFC) competing against the Country Club of Greenfield (CCG).
History and storyline
Last year’s meeting went the way of the visitors. Last year, the Country Club of Greenfield won the tournament with a score of 17-7 at their home course in Greenfield. This year, the silverware travels to the home turf of the challengers. The Franklin Cup is moving to Bernardston this year, where Crumpin-Fox seeks to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2023.
The home advantage is real: Crumpin-Fox Club has historically performed well on their home turf, holding a 9-2-1 record in Bernardston. Still, the overall ledger shows a comfortable edge for the visitors: The all-time series between CCG and CFC stands at 15-9-1 in favor of the Country Club of Greenfield, with CCG winning four of the last five tournaments. That recent dominance is the headline — and CFC will be hungry to flip the script on home soil.
Team rosters and captains
Leadership and experience matter in match play, and both sides bring seasoned sailors and sharp rookies.
Andy Lesenski will again serve as captain for CCG, marking his 12th overall appearance in the Franklin Cup and his ninth as a member of Team CCG. Lesenski, the reigning club champion at CCG, has an impressive competition record of 21-9-1, including a 2-1 mark in the previous year’s tournament.
CCG’s team includes experienced players like:
- Dave Kennedy (26 appearances)
- Nate Burdick (22 appearances)
- Jason Kelton (11 appearances)
- Wil Conant (11 appearances)
- Chris Bourbeau (9 appearances)
Newer competitors for CCG include Mike Archer, Justin McCloud, Brady Booska, and Anthony Laurenitis. Rookies Matt Bardsley and Alex Towne will also compete for Team CCG. Some of the newcomers arrive with momentum: Archer and Booska both achieved a 3-0 record in last year’s event.
On the home side, the captaincy goes to a club lifer. Mark Waskiewicz, making his 13th appearance for CFC, will captain the home team. He brings a sterling record: Waskiewicz has an all-time competition record of 25-8-3, having gone 2-0-1 last year.
Other seasoned players for CFC include:
- Keith Burch (16 appearances, 24-14-4 record)
- Dave Donoghue (12 appearances)
- Chris Stoddard (10 appearances)
CFC will also feature four rookies for their Franklin Cup debuts: Ryan Cetto, Andrew Phile, Nate Walker, and Torsten Nelson. The home club also taps several familiar faces to steady the ship: CFC welcomes back several players with experience, including Jeff Houle, John Marchefka, Seth Rosenbloom, and Alex White.
Weekend format and stakes
The weekend is compact and intense. The tournament will begin on Saturday morning with Four-Ball matches followed by afternoon Foursomes; singles matches will take place on Sunday. Every match counts — a total of 24 points will be available during the weekend’s play. That means early momentum on Saturday can be a difference-maker, while Sunday singles will decide any final drama.
Why it matters
This is classic club rivalry: history on one side, home-course pride on the other, veterans against hungry rookies. The Franklin Cup always produces a few quirky match-play moments — risky putts, lucky breaks, and strategic pairings. Expect tight lines, bold calls from captains, and a loud clubhouse when the final point falls.
Whether you’re tracking the veterans with long records or watching the rookies make a name for themselves, this Bernardston weekend is set up to deliver excitement and bragging rights for the coming season.
FAQ
When and where will the tournament take place?
The 26th annual Franklin Cup golf tournament will take place at Crumpin-Fox Club next weekend.
What format will the event use?
The tournament features a Ryder Cup-style format, with the Crumpin-Fox Club (CFC) competing against the Country Club of Greenfield (CCG).
Who won last year and what was the score?
Last year, the Country Club of Greenfield won the tournament with a score of 17-7 at their home course in Greenfield.
Is the tournament at Crumpin-Fox this year?
The Franklin Cup is moving to Bernardston this year, where Crumpin-Fox seeks to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2023.
How has Crumpin-Fox done at home?
Crumpin-Fox Club has historically performed well on their home turf, holding a 9-2-1 record in Bernardston.
What is the all-time series record?
The all-time series between CCG and CFC stands at 15-9-1 in favor of the Country Club of Greenfield, with CCG winning four of the last five tournaments.
Who is captaining CCG and what is his record?
Andy Lesenski will again serve as captain for CCG, marking his 12th overall appearance in the Franklin Cup and his ninth as a member of Team CCG.
Lesenski, the reigning club champion at CCG, has an impressive competition record of 21-9-1, including a 2-1 mark in the previous year’s tournament.
Who will captain CFC and what is his record?
Mark Waskiewicz, making his 13th appearance for CFC, will captain the home team.
Waskiewicz has an all-time competition record of 25-8-3, having gone 2-0-1 last year.
How is the weekend structured?
The tournament will begin on Saturday morning with Four-Ball matches followed by afternoon Foursomes; singles matches will take place on Sunday.
How many points are up for grabs?
A total of 24 points will be available during the weekend’s play.
Quick Reference Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 26th annual Franklin Cup |
| Location | Crumpin-Fox Club, Bernardston |
| Format | Ryder Cup-style (Four-Ball, Foursomes, Singles) |
| Teams | Crumpin-Fox Club (CFC) vs Country Club of Greenfield (CCG) |
| Points | 24 points total |
| Saturday | Morning: Four-Ball; Afternoon: Foursomes |
| Sunday | Singles matches |
| Last year’s winner | Country Club of Greenfield, 17-7 |
| All-time series | 15-9-1 in favor of the Country Club of Greenfield |
| Notable captains | Andy Lesenski (CCG), Mark Waskiewicz (CFC) |
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