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Division Offerings
Bikini: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 35+, 45+, Open
Figure: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 35+, Age 45+, Open
Men’s Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 40+, Open
Men’s Classic Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 40+, Open
Men’s Bodybuilding: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 40+, Age 50+, Open
Women’s Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 35+, 45+, Open
Women’s Wellness: Teen, Debut, Novice, Age 35+, 45+, Open
Transformation: Male & Female
**The OCB welcomes Teen competitors ages 16-19. The required minimum age for participation in an OCB contest is 16. Proof of age must be provided at the time of contest check-in.
A parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor to check-in and be present backstage.
A signed waiver is required of all minors as well as their parent(s)/guardian(s). The waiver will be presented during check-in and must be signed in person.**
(Source: https://ocbonline.com/amateur/)
Debut & Novice Eligibility: Debut eligibility refers to first time ever competing in any sanctioned bodybuilding event in any organization. Novice eligibility refers to competitors who cannot have placed first in any class (besides Teen), within any division, within any category, with any organization (with the exception of cases where first place was won in a class that only had one competitor in it). Classes Breakdown: When more than one class in a division, classes are formed by dividing competitors evenly by height.
Entry Fees & Deadlines
Competitor entry fee is $75 before February 23rd 2026 and increases to $115. To avoid $40 late fee, register by February 22nd 2026. Early entry fee for each additional class, known as a Crossover Entry, will be $35. Example: Debut (Early Entry Fee: $75) + Novice & Open (2 Additional Crossovers: $70) = $145 for total early registration. Late Crossover Entry increases to $45 on February 23rd 2026. Example: Debut (Late Entry Fee: $115) + Novice & Open (2 Additional Crossovers: $90) = $205 for total Late Entry registration. Entry fee deadline is March 7th 2026. A crossover entry is entering more than one division within a category. For example, someone may enter the Novice division, if eligible, and also elect to crossover into the Open division and compete in it as well. Competitors may not participate in more than one category (Bikini, Figure, Wellness, Men’s Physique, Bodybuilding, Women’s and Classic Physique) at any given show. For example: Physique and Bodybuilding are not permitted. For those interested in Wellness, please email, the promoter, at shamrockcupclassic@gmail.com to get the sign up process initiated with further instruction to follow. REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Backstage Policy
As mentioned above, only one assistant max per competitor is allowed backstage unless it is a coach of a team. The assistant MUST buy a Trainer Pass or Coach Pass, which is good for general admission and back stage access.
The cost of the Trainer Pass is $55. These passes are non-refundable. These can be purchased through Venmo or PayPal only. Please use the Venmo handle @Andrew-DiDonato-113 or the PayPal handle using the Friends and Family method to shamrockcupclassic@gmail.com. List of all trainers with what athletes will be recorded and bracelet given to said coach. NO BRACELET, NO BACKSTAGE ACCESS.
Guide for New Competitors
https://ocbonline.com/get-started-guide/
Awards
The top five winners in each division will receive medals/trophies with the Overall Division winner receiving a NIELS ANDERSON TROPHY. Overall winners will also be awarded with other goodies and Shamrock swag as well.
Eligibilit
y
All competitors are required to be current members of OCB to participate in this event. If needing to obtain the annual membership please register before March 20th, 2026. Memberships can be purchased on OCBonline.com at https://ocbonline.com/membership/.
This is a natural (drug-free) competition. All competitors must meet eligibility criteria listed in the OCB drug testing guidelines in order to participate. Prior to registering competitors should review the procedures and list of banned substances posted on OCBonline.com.
Make sure to follow this link https://ocbonline.com/drug-testing/, to review the Banned List for Substances by the OCB. Also, if you are on a prescribed medication that is on this Banned Substance list, follow the procedures to request an exemption, please use the form below. When complete, email to sulcop96@aol.com.
Click to access OCB-Banned-Substance-Exemption-Request.pdf
Check-Ins/Polygraph Screening
Check in opens up Friday, March 20th 2026, by appointment at the host hotel, Courtyard Portsmouth in Portsmouth, NH. These available times will be more up to date a few weeks closer to the show. The address of the host hotel is 1000 Market St, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
All competitors are required to be polygraph tested prior to competing. The exact area for polygraph testing will be provided at check in. Scheduling appointments will be announced TWO WEEKS prior to show where competitors can access and will be provided by promoter.
The polygraph fee is $60 and is payable in cash only at the time of testing. Exact change would be appreciated. The polygrapher might also accept other ways for payment but that should be discussed with them. Polygraph results are valid for other OCB shows for only 3 weeks after the Shamrock Cup Classic. .
Music
House music will be provided for the Bikini, Figure, Men’s Physique divisions. Men’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Men’s Classic Physique & Transformation may use their own music or house music. For individual routines, music can be sent to our DJ, Ryan Todt from Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Inc. His e-mail will be provided as we get closer to the show for registered competitors.
Props are allowed and all routines are limited to one minute in length.
Host Hotel
Courtyard Portsmouth is the host hotel for the event. Please book your room by Wednesday, February 18th 2026. Make sure to mention the OCB Shamrock Cup Classic for the discounted rate of $133 for the night prior to the show which is Friday, March 20th 2026. You will also be able to book through our website as well at http://www.shamrockcupclassic.com.
Spray Tan
ning Services
Spray tans services will be done by Golden Standard Spray Tans. You can visit http://www.goldenstandardspraytans.com or contact Ryann Healy at GoldenStandardSpraytans@gmail.com or by phone at (617) 982-3946 for rates, details and to schedule an appointment.
Stage Photographer
Pedro Blanco Photography
Words from Pedro:
“I am happy to be a part of this show and look forward to meeting all you. Together, we will provide you with a lot of images from different perspectives. All this will be included for one flat rate of $100 when you pre-register. Please contact me directly at pedroblancophotography@gmail.com. Late registration (after event) is $125.”
Hair & Make-Up Services
Hair and Make-Up services will be done by Shaunna Legatos and her team. You can reach Shaunna at 1-603-508-8151. Spots are limited so schedule soon!
Payment
For mail in registrations (printable form is found on bottom of this page), make payment by check or money order to Shamrock Cup Classic | 13 Pleasantview Dr. | Exeter, NH 03833
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