THE 2026 PLAYERS TOURNAMENT: OFFICIAL Podium RESULTS

Congratulations to everyone who stepped onto the field for this historic event! The 2026 Players Tournament was a massive success, showcasing the technical precision and high-intensity performance that this “Out of the Box” Event was designed to highlight.

Here is the official podium announcement for the elite finishers who secured their share of the $14,000 cash purse.

After three phases of world-class competition and Olympic-style judging, we have our champions. The scores were incredibly tight, proving that every point matters when the best in the sport go head-to-head.

1ST PLACE ($10,000 CASH)

• Elizabeth Aldrich

• Score: 289

2ND PLACE ($2,500 CASH)

• Justen Haynes

• Score: 288

3RD PLACE ($1,500 CASH)

• Bryan Hendricks

• Score: 287

TOURNAMENT RECAP

This weekend wasn’t just about the scores; it was about the standard. From the pristine tracking fields to the powerful protection work provided by our helpers, Derrike Lacross and Mark Pellon, every dog was tested to the limit. Our three-judge panel, led by Al Govednik, Amanda Hoskinson, and Ted Hartman, ensured that every point earned was a point deserved.

Beyond the Field, we are proud to confirm that this event successfully, Due to Donation 2,000 for St. Jude and OAR, proving that our community can compete at the highest level while supporting children in need.

A Message from Carlos Rojas:

“I want to personally thank every competitor who had the courage to put it on the line this weekend. Elizabeth, Justen, and Bryan—you showed the world what elite handling looks like. To my family our donors, staff, Secretary Ai Yoshino and my co-promoter John Soares, thank you for believing in this vision. We set out to do something different, and, we proved that professional dog sports have a bright future.”

“The Standard Has Been Set.

Carlos Rojas

Principal Promoter