Each officially-sanctioned contest offering NHC Tour points must offer a minimum of two (2) berths into the 2026 NHC and consist of a minimum of 25 individual participants.

2025 NHC Tour Rules
NHC Tour Full Schedule
July

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Spots Awarded: 1 seat guaranteed (subject to # of entries)