DANNY

HC: 12

aka

Frank Abagnale Jr.

The Mastermind. Like the famous con artist, Danny is the leader and organizer pulling all the strings. A 12 handicap proves he’s smart and calculated. He’s always positive, probably because he knows exactly how to rig the trip in his favor.

KRUGES

HC: 36

aka

George Remus

The Bootlegger. With a 36 handicap, Kruges is committing highway robbery on the fairways. Like famous prohibition bootlegger George Remus, he doesn't actually care about the "business" (golf), he’s just here to facilitate the good times and make sure the beers flow.

HAMMER

HC: 26

aka

John Dillinger

The Bank Robber. Dillinger loved the thrill, loved the party, and was willing to take massive risks. Playing off a 26, Hammer approaches a water hazard the same way Dillinger approached a vault: with reckless abandon and a beer in hand.

ASH

HC: 25

aka

Bugsy Siegel

The Flamboyant Mobster. Bugsy built Vegas because he was loud, boisterous, and an entertainer. Ash is the stalwart of the group bringing that exact same chaotic, entertaining energy. At a 25 handicap, his golf game is less about precision and more about the spectacle.

YADA

HC: 12

aka

D.B. Cooper

The Phantom Heist. D.B. Cooper quietly boarded a plane, took the cash, and disappeared into the night. Yada is the quiet achiever. He’ll fly under the radar, get a bit rowdy when the time is right, and with his handicap coming in, he’s primed to swoop in and steal the winnings.

ROG

HC: 19

aka

Carlo Gambino

The Godfather. Father to Danny and a veteran of the trip. Like a classic Mafia Don, Rog oversees the operation from the comfort of his golf cart with a ciggie on the go. At a 19 handicap, he’s got enough experience to put out a hit on anyone's scorecard.

DAN

HC: 25

aka

Meyer Lansky

The Mob’s Accountant. Lansky was the composed, brilliant mind behind the mob. Dan is a previous winner who brings composure and high-level humor. A 25 handicap means he’s playing the long game, waiting for the perfect moment to execute his plan.

CHRISTIAN

HC: 19

aka

Billy the Kid

The Outlaw. Big hitter, even bigger smoker. Like Billy the Kid, Christian comes out guns blazing. A 19 handicap means those massive hits might not always go straight, but when he has a good day, he leaves a trail of destruction on the course.

RICK B

HC: 22

aka

Ned Kelly

The Folk Hero. Tall, powerful, and a massive presence. Like Australia's favorite armored outlaw, Rick has a tough exterior but a kind heart. It takes him a minute to put the armor on, but once he’s warmed up on the course (or in the clubhouse), he is absolutely unstoppable.

CAIN

HC: 4

aka

Al Capone

The Boss. His handicap says it all. At a 4, Cain is the apex predator of the group, possessing the ruthless composure to take out the competition and win again. His only weakness? Just like Capone was brought down by the IRS, Cain can be derailed by a poor performance from the Bulldogs.

GREENY

HC: 9

aka

Bonnie & Clyde

The Spree Killer. Full of stories and armed with lethal comebacks for anyone who crosses him. Playing off a 9, Greeny is a genuinely dangerous golfer. However, much like Bonnie and Clyde, he starts off with a bang but usually can't hold the getaway together over a 3-day spree.

GOTTS

HC: 30

aka

Jacques Mesrine

The Smooth Operator. Mesrine was a master of disguise and good vibes. Ben looks more like a surfer than a golfer, bringing a superior attitude and great vibes to the golf cart. At 30, the scorecard is a suggestion; it’s all about the getaway.

SIMO

HC: 18

aka

Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán

The Escape Artist. Quiet and elusive, you never quite know where Simon is on the course—until he strikes. Playing off 16, he spends half the day off the radar, but once he warms up, he breaks out and is impossible to ignore.

LYNCHY

HC: 12

aka

John Gotti

The Teflon Don. The only 2-time winner of TAT. Like Gotti, Lynchy has the skills, the flashy character, and absolutely loves the bragging rights. He’s a big hitter who walks around the course like he owns the joint.

NICK

HC: 13

aka

Vincenzo Peruggia

The Passionate Thief. Peruggia famously stole the Mona Lisa simply because he loved it too much. Nick has a similar romantic passion—he loves red wine and golf, but his ultimate loyalty is to the Port Adelaide Power. A 13 handicap makes him a cultured, dangerous threat.

PAUL

HC: 17

aka

Arnold Rothstein

The Gambler. Like Arnold Rothstein, who notoriously fixed the World Series, Paul has a sneaky clubhouse attitude. He’s friendly enough to buy you a beer, but off a 17 handicap, he's secretly plotting his next big payout and pitching you a quaddie.

JENKO

HC: 9

aka

Mark "Chopper" Read

The Enforcer. Built like Hercules, Jenko hits absolute bombs off the tee. Much like the notorious Aussie underworld figure Chopper Read, he’s a massive presence and a long-time veteran. Playing off a dangerous 9, he's never quite happy with his handicap, but he's always ready to inflict some damage on the fairways.

NORMIE

HC: 36

aka

Frank Costello

The Prime Minister. Frank Costello was known as the "Prime Minister of the Underworld" for his diplomacy and commanding absolute respect. Normie is the gentleman and scholar of the trip, but don’t let the frail walk fool you. Off a 36, he’s a shark waiting to pull off a heist.

JOEL

HC: 11

aka

Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal

The Vegas Fixer. Like legendary sports handicapper Lefty Rosenthal, Joel lives a double life: school teacher by day, absolute gambling degenerate by night. Playing off a sharp 11, he has the skill and the right mindset to finally hit the jackpot and take home the TAT trophy.

LUKE

HC: 21

aka

Victor Lustig

The Con Artist. Victor Lustig famously sold the Eiffel Tower by keeping everyone guessing. Luke operates the same way—is he actually fishing, or is he just trolling the group chat? Playing off a 21, if he actually shows up at Cobram to steal the prize, nobody would be surprised.

TEX

HC: 12

aka

James "Whitey" Bulger

The Turf Boss. Whitey Bulger knew every inch of his territory, and as a greenskeeper, Tex literally owns the turf. He lives and breathes the game. At a 12 handicap, he’s got the insider knowledge to bury the competition. This year, the tournament is his to lose.

TAI

HC: 21

aka

Willie Sutton

The Fast-Talking Bandit. Willie Sutton robbed banks because "that's where the money is," and did it with charm and a smile. Tai is a speedy talker with relentless positivity. Off a 21, he brings incredible energy and legendary stories—distracting you right before he steals the hole.

PT

HC: 21

aka

Lucky Luciano

The Smooth Operator. Lucky Luciano was a suave tactician who reorganized the mob and had a legendary reputation. PT is Rog’s ride-or-die and a true professor of the game (and the ladies). At a 21 handicap, he talks the talk, walks the walk, and handles his business with pure class.

JONO

HC: 12

aka

Jordan Belfort

The Wolf. It’s his rookie TAT trip, and playing off a very respectable 12 handicap, Jono definitely has the skills to make a killing on the course. But much like the Wolf of Wall Street, he is guaranteed to come in way too hot, party way too hard, and absolutely fumble through day two after failing to handle Night 1. Luckily, he’s such a good bloke that the syndicate will happily drag him into the getaway car.

BAZ

HC: 14

aka

Richard "The Iceman" Kuklinski

The Hitman. The Iceman was a notorious enforcer who was ruthlessly efficient and ice-cold under pressure. Playing off a dangerous 14 handicap, Baz operates with the exact same cold-blooded precision. He might stay quiet, but he’s always ready to execute a perfect shot and take out the competition.

CHRIS B

HC: 24

aka

Henry Hill

The Wiseguy. Just like Henry Hill rising through the ranks in Goodfellas, Chris B is a recent addition who has quickly made a significant impact on the crew. At a 24 handicap, he’s a handy operator who gets plenty of practice at his home turf, ready to make a name for himself.

ROB

HC: 18

aka

Pablo Escobar

The Kingpin. Escobar built a massive empire by operating smartly before taking over completely. With an 18 handicap, Rob is sitting right in the sweet spot of the group—he has the resources, the reach, and the dangerous potential to completely hijack the leaderboard when no one is paying attention.

WALSHY

HC: 32

aka

Charles Bronson

The Loose Cannon. Known as Britain's most notorious and chaotic prisoner, Bronson is pure, unpredictable energy. With a 32 handicap, Walshy’s approach to golf is just as reckless. Forget the scorecard—the only real crime happening here is the absolute vandalism he's about to unleash on the fairways.

JASE

HC: 13

aka

Ronnie Biggs

The Great Train Robber. Biggs famously pulled off the ultimate heist and escaped to live the good life. Playing off a very solid 13 handicap, Jase has the exact right mix of skill and cunning to snatch the prize money from the favorites and head straight to the clubhouse to live it up.

SIMMO B

HC: 23

aka

Baby Face Nelson

The Wildcard. Baby Face Nelson was famously erratic and chaotic, firing away and asking questions later. With a 23 handicap, Simmo brings that same unpredictable energy to the tee box. He might not always hit the fairway, but as the ultimate accomplice, he guarantees a wild and highly entertaining ride in the golf cart.

KIERAN

HC: 30

aka

Jimmy Hoffa

The Union Boss. Kieran is out here "Making Australia Great Again" with every swing and a classic Stephen Sticks Kernahan story. Like legendary union boss Jimmy Hoffa, he’s already secured his big win in the past. Now, instead of hunting for trophies, he’s perfectly content to sit back in the clubhouse, hold court, and regale the boys with legendary stories.