The North vs South Cup — Clash of Hemispheres at The Nash Palm Beach

October 8, 2025

🌎 The Format

This special event will feature Team America vs Team South America in paired match-play groups.
While each golfer’s Net and Gross scores still count toward El Golfluencer Season 1, there’s an added layer of drama:

The sum of each pair’s Gross scores will determine points for the North vs South Cup.

Bragging rights for the entire hemisphere are up for grabs. One day, one course, one flag to lift.

🏌️‍♂️ The Stage

The Nash Palm Beach, a scenic but strategic course known for its rolling greens and coastal breeze, will host the spectacle.
Eight-plus groups teeing off in quick succession promise a morning filled with energy, camaraderie, and competitive fire.

🔥 Pairings & Tee Times

8:10 AM – The Opening Match
Greg Spelios (USA) · Danny D (USA)
vs.
Toño (SA) · Alejo (SA)

The tone-setter. Spelios, the current overall leader in both Net and Gross, teams up with steady Danny D to take on the aggressive South American duo Toño & Alejo. Expect fireworks right from the first tee.

8:15 AM
Pedro (SA) · Oscar (SA)
vs.
Roberto S (USA) · Trish (USA)

Captain Pedro leads by example alongside Oscar Adames, one of the top Net contenders. Team USA counters with the composed Roberto S and Trish, looking to keep the early matches tight.

8:20 AM
Juan (SA) · Andres (SA)
vs.
Javi (USA) · Luis N (USA)

South America’s precision pairing meets an American duo known for power off the tee. Both teams will rely on course management to gain an early advantage.

8:25 AM
Andrea (USA) · Manny (USA)
vs.
Esteban (SA) · Alfonso (SA)

One of the most balanced matchups of the day. Andrea brings consistent fairway play, Manny brings the fire; Esteban & Alfonso are short-game magicians.

8:30 AM
Danny DSF (USA) · Jose V (USA)
vs.
Rilo (SA) · Mono (SA)

Experience vs. flair. Jose V and Danny DSF will look to grind out pars while Rilo & Mono chase birdies. Could swing either way.

8:35 AM
Francisco (SA) · Vivian (SA)
vs.
Guille (USA) · Christina Rose (USA)

Mixed energy on both sides — Francisco’s calm contrasts Vivian’s bold play, while Guille & Christina Rose form a steady, well-rounded American team. Expect lots of smiles and clutch putts.

8:40 AM
Sebastián (USA) · Ricky (USA)
vs.
Carlos B (SA) · Madrid (SA)

Sebastián Juncandella, currently tied for second in the Net race, leads a powerhouse group alongside Ricky against the explosive pairing of Carlos B & Madrid. High-stakes golf here.

8:45 AM
Juan Gómez (SA) · Gonzalo (SA)
vs.
Felix (USA) · Alex Q (USA)

A battle of under-the-radar talents. Team South’s chemistry faces off against Team USA’s late-round clutch ability.

8:50 AM – The Anchor Match
Roberto Pardey (SA) · Carlos Pinedo (SA)
vs.
Jim Stoodley (USA) · Fabian Chirino (USA)

The closer’s slot — where the Cup could be decided. Both pairs blend power and patience, making this a fitting finale to an intense morning.

🏁 The Storylines

Spelios vs Llerandi (Across Teams): While Greg fights for Team USA, his season rival Llerandi plays under the South American banner — a subplot within the war.
Team Depth: Grip It and Rip It’s members anchor several pairings, showing why they top the team standings.
Pride & Momentum: Beyond the hemispheric bragging rights, the results will influence Round 8’s momentum heading toward Naples and Weston Hills.

🏆 What’s at Stake

The North vs South Cup may be friendly, but the energy is anything but casual. The pairing format ensures every golfer’s Gross score matters — meaning one hot streak could flip the Cup.

At day’s end, points will be tallied, champions toasted, and The Nash will crown its first intercontinental victors.

📣 Follow the Action

Catch live updates, photos, and post-round highlights at liift.golf/el-golfluencer-season-1.
Stay tuned for results and a full recap of the inaugural North vs South Cup, as El Golfluencer Season 1 races toward its dramatic finish.