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== General questions about the Association == | == General questions about the Association == | ||
− | # <span class=q>What is NASPA?</span> <br />NASPA is a nonprofit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/501(c)_organization 501(c)(4) corporation] incorporated in Texas. It has an exclusive license from [[Hasbro]] to administer competitive SCRABBLE play in the United States and Canada. | + | # <span class=q>What is NASPA?</span> <br />NASPA is a nonprofit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/501(c)_organization 501(c)(4) corporation] incorporated in Texas. It has an exclusive license from [[Hasbro]] to administer competitive SCRABBLE play in the United States and Canada. |
+ | # <span class=q>How many members does NASPA have?</span> <br />The exact number varies from day to day as members join, lapse and re-up. We typically have between 2,000-2,500 active paid members and 4,000 past or lapsed members. Our player database lists another 10,000+ players who have competed before our founding, or in affiliated overseas events. We have estimated another 10,000 players competing in our clubs, where membership and registration is not required, based on ratios of members to nonmembers at selected clubs. The number of annual sales of Scrabble sets in North America is considered proprietary information, but is likely 1~2 million; past surveys have shown that 1 in 3 households has a Scrabble set. | ||
# <span class=q>Who is in charge of NASPA? </span><br />NASPA is formally governed by its board of trustees. Day-to-day management is in the hands of its [[Executive Committee]] (EC), which delegates most tasks to its [[Committees]]. Decisions of working committees may be appealed to the [[Advisory Board]] (AB); AB decisions may be appealed to the EC; EC decisions may be appealed to the board of trustees. | # <span class=q>Who is in charge of NASPA? </span><br />NASPA is formally governed by its board of trustees. Day-to-day management is in the hands of its [[Executive Committee]] (EC), which delegates most tasks to its [[Committees]]. Decisions of working committees may be appealed to the [[Advisory Board]] (AB); AB decisions may be appealed to the EC; EC decisions may be appealed to the board of trustees. | ||
# <span class=q>Do players have a voice in how NASPA works? </span><br /> Yes. Players who have the time and energy to devote to volunteering for one of NASPA's [[Committees]] can have the most direct impact on our future by helping to develop our policy. Others are encouraged to either contact the committee in charge of their concern, or their [[Advisory Board]] representative for general concerns. | # <span class=q>Do players have a voice in how NASPA works? </span><br /> Yes. Players who have the time and energy to devote to volunteering for one of NASPA's [[Committees]] can have the most direct impact on our future by helping to develop our policy. Others are encouraged to either contact the committee in charge of their concern, or their [[Advisory Board]] representative for general concerns. | ||
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The rest of our topics are listed alphabetically. | The rest of our topics are listed alphabetically. | ||
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== Newsletters == | == Newsletters == | ||
− | # <span class=q>Does NASPA have its own newsletter? </span><br /> | + | # <span class=q>Does NASPA have its own newsletter? </span><br /> Yes - NASPA has been sending a weekly electronic newsletter - NASPA News (originally called Tournament Talk) - since April 21, 2016. Previously, NASPA issued the [[NASPA_Bulletin|NASPA Bulletin]] periodically between 2009 and 2012. |
− | # <span class=q>Where can I find the NASPA | + | # <span class=q>Where can I find the NASPA News? </span><br /> You can find an archive of NASPA News issues plus other emails sent to the membership [http://www.scrabbleplayers.org/w/IContact here]. |
− | # <span class=q>My friend doesn’t have Internet access, but is a NASPA member. How can my friend read the NASPA | + | # <span class=q>My friend doesn’t have Internet access, but is a NASPA member. How can my friend read the NASPA News? </span><br /> You may print it for your own personal use and for the personal use of other members. Registered directors are encouraged to do so for their players. |
− | + | # <span class=q>When will the next issue of the NASPA News be published? </span><br /> The NASPA News is published each Thursday. | |
− | # <span class=q>When will the next issue of the | ||
== [[National SCRABBLE Championship]] == | == [[National SCRABBLE Championship]] == | ||
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# <span class=q> Will the next printing of [[OTCWL]] incorporate the published errata from the current edition? </span><br />It will, but it should also include new words yet to be determined. | # <span class=q> Will the next printing of [[OTCWL]] incorporate the published errata from the current edition? </span><br />It will, but it should also include new words yet to be determined. | ||
# <span class=q> Will the next printing of [[OSPD]] incorporate be any different from the current edition? </span><br />That's a question for [[Merriam-Webster]], but in past editions, most new printings within an edition have included minor updates. | # <span class=q> Will the next printing of [[OSPD]] incorporate be any different from the current edition? </span><br />That's a question for [[Merriam-Webster]], but in past editions, most new printings within an edition have included minor updates. | ||
− | # <span class=q> When can I use the latest word lists with Quackle, Zarf, Elise, ...? </span><br /> We are | + | # <span class=q> When can I use the latest word lists with Quackle, Zarf, Elise, ...? </span><br /> The word list is subject to a copyright. We are aware that some people have bootleg copies of the word list that they use with Quackle, Zarf and other unlicensed applications (Aerolith, etc.), but such use is in violation of the copyright and not sanctioned by NASPA, Hasbro or Merriam-Webster. |
== [[World SCRABBLE Championship]] == | == [[World SCRABBLE Championship]] == | ||
# <span class=q>What is the SCRABBLE Champions Tournament?</span><br />Mattel determined in 2013 that it would be inappropriate to continue to sponsor the World SCRABBLE Championship under its traditional name, and renamed it the SCRABBLE Champions Tournament. Many players continue to call it the World SCRABBLE Championship. | # <span class=q>What is the SCRABBLE Champions Tournament?</span><br />Mattel determined in 2013 that it would be inappropriate to continue to sponsor the World SCRABBLE Championship under its traditional name, and renamed it the SCRABBLE Champions Tournament. Many players continue to call it the World SCRABBLE Championship. | ||
− | # <span class=q>What is the WESPA Championship?</span><br />WESPAC is a prestigious world championship organized by [[WESPA]]. | + | # <span class=q>What is the WESPA Championship?</span><br />WESPAC is a prestigious world championship organized by [[WESPA]]. Many players continue to call this too the World SCRABBLE Championship. |
# <span class=q>Is there a World SCRABBLE Championship?</span><br />As of 2016, no one has announced plans to stage an event under this name. | # <span class=q>Is there a World SCRABBLE Championship?</span><br />As of 2016, no one has announced plans to stage an event under this name. |
Here is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the North American SCRABBLE Players Association (NASPA). Please check to see if your question is answered here before you contact us.
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