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MEDINA, OH
JULY 01, 2023
Made in Medina Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Details: 8:55 to 9:15 Registration - Walk-ins must arrive by 9 - Games start promptly at 9:30.
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
NASPA Word List (NWL) - One division.
Details: Modified Round Robin if 12 or fewer players; modified Portland Swiss if there are more.
Entry Fee: $20
$20 if you reserve spot with Dan by June 30; $25 cash only at the door if space available.
Details: Limited to 16 players.
Location: Home of Dan and Joyce Stock
Address: 1168 N Jefferson St, Unit 26, Medina OH 44256
Phone: (303) 952-1832
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Dan Stock1168 N Jefferson St, Unit 26, Medina OH 44256(303) 952-1832
Joyce Stock  
Details: Venue is a private residence, not fully handicapped accessible (one step up and non-ADA restrooms).
FRISCO, TX
JULY 01-02, 2023
Capped Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 8 players. Gibsonization determined solely by number of games left.
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 6/27/2023.
Main Event 2
Capped Open Rated Tournament
Sunday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 8 players. Gibsonization determined solely by number of games left.
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 6/27/2023.
Location: Chez the Muralis
Address: Provided upon registration - Frisco, TX 75036
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Siddharth Murali (469) 678-0541
Accessible to the disabled.
Celebrate the fun of competition this July 4th weekend at this event. If you have a day to spare, we invite you to join us. If not, we hope you have a fantastic holiday!.
Details: You can play just one event, or how many ever you prefer.
NORTH CAROLINA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP, NC
JULY 07-08, 2023
North Carolina State Championship.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday1:00 P.M.6 rounds
Limited to 14 players. Format TBD based on final roster.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 500 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 7/1. Early Bird will be held at Hoang residence in Cary, NC.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.6 rounds
Limited to 20 players. Format TBD based on final roster.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 500 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $30
If playing in both Early Bird and Main Event, $50 Total Entry Fee.
Details: Lunch is provided.
Location: NC School of Science and Mathematics
Address: 1219 Broad St, Durham, NC 27705
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
PLANO, TX
JULY 08, 2023
SPC Warmup in Plano, TX - NASPA Word List.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Maximum 12 players.
Entry Fee: $20
Must preregister by July 7, 2024.
Location: Central Market
Address: 320 Coit Road, Plano, TX 75075
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Siddharth Murali (469) 678 - 0541
Accessible to the disabled.
RIO RANCHO, NM
JULY 08, 2023
John Karris' 60th birthday tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
Will Gibsonize based upon games and spread of 500 per game; last round is KOH.
Entry Fee: $40
Pease contact me by July 7 to let me know that you plan to attend, can pay cash at door, if paying early, can pay by check.
Location: John Karris' home
Address: 5510 Desert Sky Court NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Phone: 408 836 - 2311
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Karris5510 Desert Sky Court NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144408 836 - 2311
2023 SCRABBLE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP
JULY 14-20, 2023
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Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
FridayNoon4 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $20
Deadline for entries is June 30.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Details: Wed - Best of 5 Playoff in Div 1 NWL and Collins. 3 Rounds for all other players.
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Monday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Tuesday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Wednesday9:00 A.M.5 rounds
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Entry fee USD 250.00 (adult), 125.00 for youths under 18 before start of event.
Details: Commuter fee USD 100.00 (20.00 per day).
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Thursday9:30 A.M.4 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, 5 point per word penalty for Collins division, which will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1,000 points per round).
Entry Fee: $20
Registration deadline is June 30.
Location: Westgate Las Vegas Resorts & Casino
Address: 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas NV 89109
Phone: (702) 732-5111
Hotel Rate: room rate information https://book.passkey,com/go/SSPC3R
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Art Moore  
Accessible to the disabled.
WESPA CHALLENGES
JULY 21-26, 2023
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Details: WESPA Hearts Challenge.
Friday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, 5 point penalty in Collins.
Details: Gibson rule in effect. number of games plus spread (1000 points).
Entry Fee: $75
Deadline for registration is June 30.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Details: WESPA Diamonds Challenge.
Saturday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Monday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, 5 point penalty for Collins.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1000 points).
Entry Fee: $180
Commuter Fee: $60
Deadline for registration is June 30.
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Details: WESPA Clubs Challenge.
Tuesday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins. 5 point penalty for Collins.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1000 points).
Entry Fee: $60
Deadline for registration is June 30.
Late Bird 2
Open Rated Tournament
Details: WESPA Spades Challenge.
Wednesday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, 5 point penalty in Collins.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1000 points).
Deadline for registration is June 30.
Location: Westgate Las Vegas Resorts & Casino
Address: 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas NV 89109
Phone: (702) 732-5111
Hotel Rate: http://scrabbleplayers.org
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Art Moore  
Accessible to the disabled.
WESPA CHAMPIONSHIP
JULY 21-26, 2023
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Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Details: Last Chance Qualifier.
Friday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Collins only, 5 point penalty.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $100
Deadline for entries is June 30.
Details: Entrants must commit to WESPAC should they qualify.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Details: WESPA Championship.
Details: Day 5 best of seven, finalists only.
Saturday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Monday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Tuesday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Wednesday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Collins only, 5 point penalty.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1000 points).
Entry Fee: $300
Commuter Fee: $100
By invitation or qualified through WESPAC LCQ.
Details: Deadline for registration June 30.
Location: Westgate Las Vegas Resorts & Casino
Address: 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas NV 89109
Phone: (702) 732*5111
Hotel Rate: http://scrabbleplayers.org
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Art Moore  
Accessible to the disabled.
FORT MYERS, FL
JULY 31, 2023
Fort Myers, FL, NASPA Word List (NWL).
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Gibsonization determined solely by number of games left.
Entry Fee: $25
Must register by July 28.
Location: Lakes Regional Library
Address: 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33919
Phone: (239) 533 - 4000
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Dalida1508 Stadium Court, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971(239) 694 - 6097
Accessible to the disabled.
Must be vaccinated and a member of NASPA.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
AUGUST 05, 2023
Charlottesville 10@10.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.10 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $80
Limited to 12 players, Deadline for entries is August 1, 2023.
Location: Nancy Bowen residence
Address: TBA, Charlottesville, VA
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Clay Daniel (434)262-2030
FLORENCE, MA
AUGUST 05, 2023
Florence, MA Scrabble Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.4 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
Max. 16 players; 2 games followed by lunch break, followed by two games.
Entry Fee: $20
Entry fee must be received by July 31 to guarantee spot; fee can be paid in cash or by Paypal or Venmo (without incurring fees to director).
Location: Pathways Common House
Address: 25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ben Greenwoodc/o 25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062 
Accessible to the disabled.
5 minute Scrabble Flash mini-tournament will be available during lunch break.
BRANSON, MO
AUGUST 11-12, 2023
Silver Dollar Showdown.
Open Rated Tournament
Friday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6 followed by King-of-the-Hill
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect. Number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $150
No refunds after August 7, 2023.
Location: Best West. Plus Landing View Inn &Suites
Address: 403 W Main St., Branson MO 65616
Phone: (417) 334-6464
Hotel Rate: Ask for the Scrabble Rate
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Paul MulikPO box 805. Joplin, MO 64802(417) 317-3113
Accessible to the disabled.
FAIRFIELD, VT
AUGUST 12, 2023
Fairfield Follies II.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin groups of 6-8
Limited to 12 players.
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 8/10. Pay cash at door or electronically in advance.
Location: Fairfield Homestead
Address: 112 Sunny Hollow Lane, Fairfield, VT 05455
Phone: (802) 524-1801
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Jeffrey Nelson112 Sunny Hollow Lane, Fairfield, VT 05455(802) 862-9912
PRINCETON, NJ
AUGUST 12, 2023
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Open Rated Tournament
Saturday11:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8 with a King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $25
Organizer reserves right to adjust division size & prize structure based on attendance.
Details: Deadline for entries is August 10, 2023.
Location: Princeton Forrestal Village Food Court
Address: 110 Rockingham Row, Princeton, NJ 08540
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Judy Cole48 Flamehill Road, Levittown, PA 19056(508) 423-6164
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccination against COVID-19 is recommended, but not required. Masks are optional.
DURHAM, NC
AUGUST 12-13, 2023
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Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday10:00 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 34 players. Gibsonization determined solely by number of games left.
Entry Fee: $40
Registration Deadline: 6/6/2023. Contact director for electronic payment options.
Details: Snacks and drinks provided - including water, coffee, tea. Many restaurants nearby for lunch.
Location: Avioq, Inc.
Address: 76 TW Alexander Dr, Durham, NC 27709
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
David Klionsky6909 Sandringham Dr, Raleigh, NC 27613(919) 699-9831
Accessible to the disabled.
LEXINGTON, KY
AUGUST 18-20, 2023
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ScrabbleMania.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday2:00 P.M.5 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Limited to 50 players. Multiple divisions by NASPA rating - to be decided by field size.
Details: Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 1000 per game.
Registration Deadline: 8/16/2023. Entry Fee: $26.50.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Limited to 50 players. Multiple divisions by NASPA rating - to be decided by field size.
Details: Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 1000 per game.
Entry Fee: $120
Commuter Fee: $
Registration Deadline: 8/16/2023. 6% sales tax added to fee. $20 discount to Bluegrass Scrabble Club members & those staying at Staybridge Suites.
Location: Staybridge Suites Lexington South
Address: 209 Ruccio Way, Lexington, KY 40503
Hotel Rate: $169 + tax per night
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Fred Morlan  
Steve Bush  
Mack Meller  
Accessible to the disabled.
To book rooms at group rate ($30 discount), contact hotel at 859-710-9888 and mention Scrabble tournament room block. Or contact Fred Morlan for booking link.
Details: Rooms include double queen beds. Hotel features complimentary breakfast buffet, heated pool, 24-hour fitness center, & free parking.
EPPING, NH
AUGUST 19, 2023
Back to Back One-Day Events.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-10
NASPA Word List and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Collins will be WESPA rated. Collins will be WESPA rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect based on number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $35
Venue phone number listed is Ed's Cell.
Details: Limited to 32 players. Deadline for entries is August 12.
Location: Harvey-Mitchell Memorial Library
Address: 151 Main Street, Epping, NH 03042
Phone: (971) 344-8730
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ed Liebfried10 Plymouth Drive, Concord NH 03301(971) 344-8730
Beth Mix (860) 328-8654
Accessible to the disabled.
LYNNWOOD, WA
AUGUST 19, 2023
Lynnwood Half Day TWL and Collins.
Open Rated Tournament
SaturdayNoon6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6 followed by King-of-the-Hill
Maximum 28 players, 5 points per word challenge penalty in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $20
Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended.
Location: New Life Church
Address: 6521 188th Street, SW; Lynnwood, WA 98037
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Chris Sjoholm  
Accessible to the disabled.
Collins division will be offered if there are at least four players; please arrive by 11:30 am and bring $20 cash to register.
EPPING, NH
AUGUST 20, 2023
Back to Back One-Day Events.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-10
NASPA Word List and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Collins will be WESPA rated. Collins will be WESPA rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect based on number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $35
Venue phone number listed is Ed's Cell.
Details: Limited to 32 players. Deadline for entries is August 12.
Location: Harvey-Mitchell Memorial Library
Address: 151 Main Street, Epping, NH 03042
Phone: (971) 344-8730
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ed Liebfried10 Plymouth Drive, Concord NH 03301(971) 344-8730
Beth Mix (860) 328-8654
Accessible to the disabled.
CROTON-ON-HUDSON, NY
AUGUST 26, 2023
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Double Thing: Scrabble & Chess Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 12 Players. Pairings may changed depending on entries.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - based on number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $40
Registration Deadline: 8/20/2023. Fee covers both Scrabble & Chess tournament.
Details: At 4pm, there will be a USCF-rated chess tournament of 3 games - Game/25, Delay/5. USCF membership required.
Location: Peter Barkman's Place
Address: 364 South Riverside Avenue, Croton, New York 10520
Phone: (914) 271 - 5325
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Cornelia Guest (for Scrabble Tournament)32 Kingswood Drive, Bethel, CT 06801(914) 772 - 6535
Peter Barkman (for Chess Tournament) (914) 271-5325 (no texts please)
Parking & Eating: Wayne Street parking lot - next to the firehouse. Food (Mexican & Italian) available across the street.
Details: COVID Restrictions: Any NY State restrictions on date of the tournament will apply.
MONTREAL, QC, CAN
AUGUST 27, 2023
Pub Tournament En Ville IV.
Open Rated Tournament
SundayNoon6 rounds
NWL and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Collins will be WESPA rated.
Details: Pairings will potentially depend on rating disparity between players in divisions.
Entry Fee: $20 (CAN)
Limited to 24 players.
Details: Deadline for entries is August 26, 2023.
Location: Siboire St-Laurent
Address: 5101 Laurent Blvd, Montreal, QC H2T1R9
Phone: (514) 379-3633
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Joshua Sokol  
Accessible to the disabled.
Room accessible via 5 stairs - wheelchairs can be lifted up and down with ease. Those not able to access private room can overflow into main space of restaurant, which is otherwise accessible.
OTTAWA, ON, CAN
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
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OSC Pub Tourney - Local Heroes.
Open Rated Tournament
SaturdayNoon6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 20 players. NWL & Collins (5 points per word challenge).
Entry Fee: $20 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 8/31. Pay cash at door or contact director for electronic payment options.
Location: Local Heroes
Address: 1400 Clyde Avenue, Ottawa , ON K2G 3J2
Phone: (613) 224-3873
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Heidi Robertson57 Houlahan St, Nepean, ON K2J 3X6(613) 286-8117
Accessible to the disabled.
PRINCETON, NJ
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
event web page
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday11:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8
NWL and Collins - Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on number of games remaining only (if non-round robin).
Entry Fee: $25
Registration Deadline: 8/31. Organizer reserves right to adjust division size & prize structure based on attendance.
Location: Princeton Forrestal Village Food Court
Address: 110 Rockingham Row, Princeton, NJ 08540
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Judy Cole48 Flamehill Road, Levittown, PA 19056(508) 423-6164
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccination against COVID-19 is recommended, but not required. Masks are optional.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
SEPTEMBER 03-04, 2023
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Commonwealth Cup Series: Labor Day.
Open Rated Tournament
SundayNoon7 rounds
Limited to 24 players. Format TBD based on final roster.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 500 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $45
Registration Deadline: 8/28. Lunch and Refreshments included in registration.
Details: Email ahoang2k8@gmail.com to register.
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Limited to 24 players. Format TBD based on final roster.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 500 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $45
Registration Deadline: 9/3. Lunch and Refreshments included in registration.
Details: Email ahoang2k8@gmail.com to register.
Location: C-Ville Scrabble Clubhouse
Address: 801 Walker Square, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
KENNER, LA
SEPTEMBER 09, 2023
Saturday Scrabble, Collins and NASPA Word List.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
5 points per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $55
Register by Sept. 6., $55 if paying by check, $50 electronic payment.
Location: Chinese Presbyterian Church
Address: 2901 West Esplanade, Kenner, LA 70065
Phone: (504) 461-0702
Hotel Rate: Fairfield Inn, 2710 Severn Ave, Metairie, LA
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Austin Shin3957 Haddon Street, Metairie, LA 70002(504) 208 - 8083
Lindsay Shin (504) 982-0389
Lila Crotty (504) 982-0389
Accessible to the disabled.
No COVID-19 restrictions at this time.
LISBON, MD
SEPTEMBER 09, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $35
Limited to 24 players, A waitlist will be maintained if necessary.
Details: Deadline for registration is September 8.
Location: Private Residence
Address: 2844 Florence Road, Lisbon, MD 21797
Phone: (443) 340-8469
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Linda Oliva2850 Florence Road, Woodbine, MD 21797(443) 340-8469
Dave Englehardt8109 Clyde Bank, Baltimore, MD 21286(443) 506-9327
Accessible to the disabled.
No smoking in the house please.
EAST LANSING, MI
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
East Lansing Scrabble Tournament, NWL and Collins.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday8:15 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
5 points per word challenge rule in Collins Division.
Entry Fee: $50
Register by Sep. 15; registration handled by Kathleen Long, Director Mentor.
Location: East Lansing Hannah Community Center
Address: 819 Abbott Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 333 - 2580
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Irfan Faroqui13030 Apple Tree Lane #10, Dewitt, MI 48820(517) 230 - 8890
Kathleen Long  
Accessible to the disabled.
At this time, the venue does not have any COVID-19 restrictions.
PORTLAND, OR
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
SaturdayNoon6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6 followed by King-of-the-Hill
Entry Fee: $25
Location: Kairos United Church of Christ
Address: 4790 SE Logus Road, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Mike Baker (971) 258-7775
Accessible to the disabled.
CALEDON, ON, CAN
SEPTEMBER 16-17, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5-point challenge rule - also, WESPA-rated).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $100 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 9/15/2023.
Location: Caledon Village Place
Address: 18313 Hurontario Street, Caledon, ON L7K 0X7
Phone: (905) 584-2272
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Road, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8(519) 278-6373
Accessible to the disabled.
PROVIDENCE, RI
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday11:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Collins - 5 points per word challenge penalty. WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 500 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $25
Registration Deadline: 9/15. Free entry for first time Collins players.
Location: Location provided to participants
Address: Providence, RI
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Matthew O'Connor (315) 289-5242
No COVID restrictions.
ESTERO, FL
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Estero Florida.
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Gibsonization based on number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $25
Registration Deadline: 9/20.
Location: South County Regional Library
Address: 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero , FL 33928
Phone: (239) 533-4400
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Dalida1508 Stadium Court, Lehigh Acres , Florida 33971(239) 694-6097
Accessible to the disabled.
Must be vaccinated to play.
DUBLIN, OH
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
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Cowtown USA Scrabble Tournament.
Details: Hosted by Scrabble Lovers of Columbus.
Open Rated Tournament
Details: Doors open at 8:45AM.
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5-point challenge) - minimum of 4 players for Collins.
Entry Fee: $35
Limited to 40 players. Entry fee $35 if paid by Sept, 1, $45 if paid after Sept. 1. Deadline for entries is Sept. 25.
Details: Contact Kristy Zurbrick (organizer) to register or get additional info.
Location: Scioto Valley Christian Church
Address: 7855 Dublin Rd, Dublin, OH 43017
Hotel Rate: Contact organizer for local hotel information
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Dallas Johnson4880 Heights Dr, Stow, OH 44224(330) 697-5728
Kristy Zurbrick4671 Donegal Cliffs Dr, Dublin, OH 43017614-531-0163
Accessible to the disabled.
COVID:Vaccination is recommended but not required. Masks are optional. (Subject to change based on local health department rules and recommendations at the time of the tournament).
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
SEPTEMBER 30-OCTOBER 1, 2023
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University of Virginia.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8 with a King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 24 players. Gibsonization based upon games and 500 points of spread per round.
Entry Fee: $55
Registration Deadline: 9/27. Includes lunch.
Details: Email ahoang2k8@gmail.com to register.
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8
Limited to 24 players. Gibsonization based upon games and 500 points of spread per round.
Entry Fee: $45
Registration Deadline: 9/28. Includes lunch.
Details: Email ahoang2k8@gmail.com to register.
Location: C-Ville Scrabble Clubhouse
Address: 801 Walker Square, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
See Flyer for details.
CHEHALIS, WA
OCTOBER 1, 2023
Portland / Seattle Challenge.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Teams represent Portland and Seattle area - players must have association with clubs or local tournaments in Portland or Seattle.
Entry Fee: $40
Registration Deadline: 9/28. No walk-ins.
Location: Virgil R Lee Community Building
Address: 221 SW 13th Street, Chehalis, Washington 98532
Phone: (360) 748-0271
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Mike Baker (971) 258-7775
Accessible to the disabled.
FLORENCE, MA
OCTOBER 01, 2023
http://ScrabbleClub.com.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday10:00 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
NASPA Word List, maximum 16 players.
Entry Fee: $25
Entry fee must be received by 9/18/23 to guarantee spot in tourney; may pay be paid via Paypal or Venmo without creating fees for receiver.
Location: Pathways Common House
Address: 25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ben Greenwoodc/o 25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062 
Accessible to the disabled.
Paypal (@ScrabbleClub) Venmo (@BenGreenwood).
OWENSBORO, KY
OCTOBER 06-07, 2023
Owensboro Open.
Open Rated Tournament
Friday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
Limited to 30 players. Divisions based on current rating. No byes.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $100
Registration Deadline: 10/2/2023. $10 discount for entries received by 9/16.
Location: Home Instead
Address: 2065 East Parrish Avenue - Suite 300 Owensboro, KY 42303
Phone: (270) 689-2300
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ted Blevins810 Canterbury Road, Owensboro, KY 42303(270) 314-0907
Mack MellerLexington, KY(845) 208-1504
Accessible to the disabled.
No health instructions unless sick. No smoking or alcohol. Free parking at venue. Kitchenette on site & restaurants nearby.
Details: Closest motel - Marriott Courtyard Bypass 60. Many other motels available.
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
OCTOBER 7, 2023
event web page
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin
Limited to 50 players. Gibsonization based upon games and 1000 points of spread per round.
Entry Fee: $35
Location: Packer Hall
Address: 966 Trinity Lane, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: (443) 340-8469
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Linda Oliva2850 Florence Road, Woodbine, MD 21797(443) 340-8469
David Engelhardt8109 Clyde Bank, Baltimore, MD 21797(443) 506-9327
Accessible to the disabled.
NEW HAVEN, IN
OCTOBER 07, 2023
Three Rivers Scrabble Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
Fee includes pizza and soft drinks.
Entry Fee: $50
Preregister by Oct. 5, maximum 24 players.
Location: New Haven branch of Allen County Library
Address: 648 Green Street, New Haven, IN 46774
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Kathleen Long422 E. Pearl Street, Greenwood, IN 46143(260) 450 - 3494
Accessible to the disabled.
LAKE GEORGE, NY
OCTOBER 12-15, 2023
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Open Rated Tournament
Friday7:30 P.M.3 rounds
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.4 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5 pt challenge rule) - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $180 (CAN)/$130 (US)
Commuter Fee - $30 CDN ($25 US). Limited to 164 players.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Thursday11:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5 pt challenge rule) - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $40 (CAN)/$25 (US)
Early Bird 2
Open Rated Tournament
Friday11:30 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5 pt challenge rule) - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $40 (CAN)/$25 (US)
Location: Surfside on the Lake
Address: 400 Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845
Phone: (800) 342-9795
Hotel Rate: Multiple room types, rate ranges from $89-$159/night, $USD
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Kieran O'Connor (315) 481-8541
Josh Greenway (315) 863-2660
Accessible to the disabled.
SOUTH LYON, MI
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 28 Players.
Entry Fee: $50
$55 after 10/14/23. Registration Deadline: 10/26/23.
Location: South Lyon United Methodist Church
Address: 640 S. Lafayette Street, South Lyon, MI 48178
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Jason IdalskiContact Jeff Fiszbein to register / ask questions 
Jeff Fiszbein8390 Mallard Crossing, Brighton, MI 48116(248) 310-4257
Accessible to the disabled.
Mask/Vax requirements TBD closer to tourney date.
STRATFORD, ON, CAN
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word. Collins will be WESPA rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $50 (CAN)
Deadline for entries is October 27.
Location: The Knights of Columbus
Address: 93 Morgan Street, Stratford, ON N5A7V2
Phone: (519)272-9700
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Road, Caledon, ON L7K2J8(519)278-6373
Accessible to the disabled.
TEANECK, NJ
OCTOBER 28, 2023
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Open Rated Tournament
Details: Registration from 10:30 to 11.
Saturday11:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin
Limited to 16 players - 2 divisions of 8.
Entry Fee: $40
Registration Deadline: 10/26. Contact Jay Levin to register and arrange payment.
Details: Lunch on your own - several takeout options within 1 mile.
Location: Arbor Terrace
Address: 600 Frank W. Burr Boulevard, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Judy Cole  
Jay Levin 201-575-0288
Accessible to the disabled.
COVID: Because we are playing in a senior community, let's all be vaxxed and boosted.
Details: NJ Transit buses from / to Manhattan stop just steps away from venue.
MONTREAL, QC, CAN
OCTOBER 29, 2023
Montreal Pub En Ville V.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday11:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins, 5 pts per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $20 (CAN)
Must register by October 28; maximum 24 players.
Location: Siboire Saint-Laurent
Address: 5101 Saint-Laurent Blvd. Montreal, Quebec H2T 1R9
Phone: (514) 379 - 3633
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Josh Sokol  
Jackson Smylie  
Accessible to the disabled.
Private playing room is up a flight of stairs; if necessary, you can play in main restaurant area.
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL
NOVEMBER 04, 2023
Harry Up and Scrabble.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $35
Deadline for registration is November 1, 2023.
Location: Solaris Healthcare
Address: 4000 King's Highway, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Dalida1508 Stadium Court, Lehigh Acres. FL 33971(239) 694-6097
Jennifer Tomlinson  
Accessible to the disabled.
Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 to play.
ASHEVILLE, NC
NOVEMBER 4-5, 2023
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The A-1 Asheville Autumn Leaves Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday8:45 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 16
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Entry Fee: $125
Please complete entire registration form which you can mail or send electronically. All entry fees are returned in prize money after bona-fide expenses and NASPA fees.
Details: Deadline for registration is October 28, 2023.
Location: Stephens-Lee Recreation Center
Address: 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 713-1076
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
William Snoddy725 Bear Left, Asheville NC 28805(828) 713-1076
Accessible to the disabled.
Players and staff will abide by current regulations in regard to reducing risk of contagious disease. Directors recommend but do not require full immunization to protect against influenza and covid.
Details: As currently planned, masks will be optional but this could change based on local requirements.
OTTAWA, ON, CAN
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
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OSC House Party Inclusive.
Open Rated Tournament
SaturdayNoon6 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 1000 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $20 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 11/9. Limited to 22 players.
Location: Arthur's House
Address: 678 Beatrice Dr, Nepean, ON K2J 0H1
Phone: (613) 867-8549
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Heidi Robertson57 Houlahan St Nepean, ON K2J 3X6(613) 286-8117
Matthew Tunnicliffe  
SAN ANTONIO, TX
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:15 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
NWL and if 4-person quorum is reached, Collins (5 points per word challenge penalty) and School Scrabble (Grades 5 - 8)..
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 11/6/23.
Location: Burbank High School
Address: 1002 Edwards Street, San Antonio, TX 78204
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Matt Canik7123 Faith Way #102, San Antonio, TX 78240 
Accessible to the disabled.
PITTSBURGH, PA
NOVEMBER 12, 2023
event web page
Steeltown Scrabble Showdown.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 500 per round.
Entry Fee: $40
$40 if payment received by Nov 6 - otherwise, $50 cash at door.
Details: Lunch, snacks, and beverages are provided.
Location: Green Tree Fire Hall
Address: 825 Poplar St, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Phone: (412) 580-1357
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Tom Chang (412) 580-1357
Accessible to the disabled.
LYNNWOOD, WA
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
Lynnwood Half-Day.
Open Rated Tournament
Details: Please arrive by 11:30 for start of play at noon.
SaturdayNoon6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6 followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins - Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Minimum of 4 players for Collins.
Details: Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 1000 per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $20
Limited to 28 players. Preregistration not required but highly recommended.
Location: New Life Church
Address: 6521 188th St. SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Chris Sjoholm  
Accessible to the disabled.
WINCHESTER/STEPHENS CITY, VA
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
event web page
Winchester/Stephens City Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Limited to 46 players. NWL & Collins (5 points per word challenge). Modified Swiss / Queen of Hill / King of Hill.
Details: Gibsonization based upon games and spread of 1000 per game.
Entry Fee: $35
Registration Deadline: 11/17.
Location: Bowman Library Community Room
Address: 871 Tasker Road, Stephens City, Virginia 22655
Phone: (540) 869-9000
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Linda Oliva2850 Florence Road, Woodbine, MD 21797(443) 340-8469
Dave Engelhardt8109 Clyde Bank Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21286(443) 506-9327
Accessible to the disabled.
GANONOQUE, ON, CAN
NOVEMBER 18-19, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins (5-point challenge rule - also, WESPA-rated).
Details: Gibson rule in effect - determined by number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $140 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 11/16/23.
Location: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
Address: 777 King Street East, Gananoque, ON K7G 1H3
Phone: (613) 382-8338
Hotel Rate: CAD$129 + tax - Ask for Scrabble tournament block
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Road, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8(519) 278-6373
Accessible to the disabled.
KENNER, LA
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
NOLA School Scrabble.
Open Rated Tournament
Friday9:30 A.M.5 rounds
School Scrabble lexicon. Youth tournament open to children from 3rd to 8th grade - playing in 2-person teams. A child can opt to play solo.
Details: Format dependent on number of teams. Unrated but players earn Youth Achievement Points.
Registration Deadline: 11/21/23. Entry Fee: $20 per team.
Location: Chinese Presbyterian Church
Address: 2901 West Esplanade Avenue, Kenner, LA 70065
Phone: (504) 982-0386
Hotel Rate: Feel free to book your own hotel / motel
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Lila Crotty3957 Haddon Street, Metairie, LA 70002(504) 982-0386
Austin Shin3957 Haddon Street, Metairie, LA 70002(504) 208-8083
Lindsay Shin3957 Haddon Street, Metairie, LA 70002(504) 982-0389
Accessible to the disabled.
We are abiding by locally mandated Covid restrictions. Vaccinations and masks are optional.
Details: We ask that anyone who is experiencing symptoms to please stay home so as not to infect others.
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, VA
DECEMBER 15-19, 2023
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Winter Classic.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday2:30 P.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Entry Fee: $25
Limited to 24 players.
Details: Deadline for registration is December 9, 2023.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Sunday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (500 points per round remaining).
Entry fee 80.00 if peak rating is below 1300, 90.00 for all others. 20.00 discount for players playing in all four events. Please pay electronically (Venmo or Zelle) or mail a check. Entry fees received after 12/9 will incur a 5.00 late fee.
Details: Limited to 24 players.
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (500 points per round remaining.
Entry Fee: $35
Limited to 24 players.
Details: Deadli9ne for registration is December 9, 2023.
Late Bird 2
Open Rated Tournament
Tuesday9:00 A.M.4 rounds
Format TBD based on final roster.
Details: NASPA Word List ( NWL). Gibson rule in effect based on number of games plus spread (500 points per round remaining).
Entry Fee: $20
Limited to 24 players.
Details: Deadli9ne for registration is December 9, 2023.
Location: C-Ville Scrabble Clubhouse
Address: 801 Walker Square, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
Please see flyer for all updates and information pertaining to the tournament.
ALBANY, NY
DECEMBER 28-JANUARY 01, 2023
event web page
New Year's Scrabble.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Thursday11:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $40 (CAN)/$25 (US)
Early Bird 2
Open Rated Tournament
Friday11:30 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $40 (CAN)/$25 (US)
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Friday7:30 P.M.3 rounds
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Monday9:30 A.M.4 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word - Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect - Spread threshold of 750 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $200 (CAN)/$135 (US)
Commuter Fee: $25
Commuter fee pp (if not staying at the tournament hotel and within the room block) $25USD, $40CAD.
Details: Kindly send entry fees in advance to reduce the amount of cash we have to handle at the tournament. See options for paying at https://www.letsplayscrabble.com/contact-registration.
Location: Albany Mariott
Address: 189 Wolf Rd, Albany NY 12205
Phone: (518) 458-8444
Hotel Rate: $103/night USD (approx. $145 CDN)
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Kieran O'Connor (315) 481-8541
Josh Greenway (315) 863-2660
Accessible to the disabled.
DURHAM, NC
JANUARY 6-7, 2024
event web page
14th Annual Duke Pediatric Transplant and Cellular Therapy Family Support Charity Event.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss and King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins, 10 points per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Details: Must register by Jan. 1, maximum 50 players; Entry fee is any donation to charity; suggested donation is $80; make checks payable to "Duke PTCT Family Support".
Newcomers
Capped Open Rated Tournament
Sunday2:00 P.M.3 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
Unrated, entry fee is any donation to designated charity; suggested amount is $30; make check payable to "Duke PTCT Family Support".
Location: Duke Ambulatory Surgical Center
Address: 2400 Pratt Street, Durham NC 27705
Phone: (919) 668 - 1128
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
David Klionsky6909 Sandringham Drive, Durham, NC 27613(919) 699 - 9831
Andy Hoang324 Wedgemere Street, Cary NC 27519(919) 946 - 2583
Accessible to the disabled.
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ
FEBRUARY 02-05, 2024
Boards on the Boardwalk, both NWL and Collins.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday11:00 A.M.7 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Monday9:30 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
5 pts per word challenge penalty in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $125
Commuter Fee: $45
Must register by January 25 2024.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday12:30 P.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
5 pts per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $40
Location: Resorts Hotel Casino
Address: 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 340 - 6300
Hotel Rate: see tournament flyer
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Connie Creed  
Accessible to the disabled.
All players must show proof of vaccination.
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY
MARCH 15-17, 2024
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8 with a King-of-the-Hill
NWL + Collins 5 pt/word.
Entry Fee: $90
$90 for NWL players rated 1600 and up; $90 for all CSW players; $80 for NWL players rated under 1600. Reg deadline Mar. 20, 2023, $10 late fee after Mar. 20.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday11:30 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
NWL + Collins 5pt/word.
Entry Fee: $50
Please note that the venue for the Early Bird is at the Courtyard Marriott (2641 South Rd.) in the lobby. Reg deadline Mar. 20, 2023. $10 late fee after Mar. 20.
Newcomers
Local Club Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.3 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
NWL only.
Entry Fee: $25
Registration on the day is OK if there is room.
Location: Locust Grove
Address: 2683 South Rd. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: (845) 454-4500
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Cornelia Guest32 Kingswood Dr. Bethel, CT 06801(914) 772-6535
Accessible to the disabled.
Players must have proof of vaccination. Masks will be optional.
WILMINGTON, NC
APRIL 13-14, 2024
event web page
The Wilmington Championships III.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday8:45 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on number of games plus spread (500 pts per round remaining).
Entry Fee: $125
If a senior (65+) or returning player, entry fee is 100.00. If Super Senior (80+) entry is at no charge. Deadline for registration is April 5, 2024.
Details: Limited to 40 players. Fill out online form (link is on flyer) or you ca email ahoang2k8@gmail.com.
Location: Eastwood Village Clubhouse
Address: 1312 Two Mile Circle East, Wilmington NC 28405
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
Please read the flyer for all updates and information pertaining to this event.
NIAGARA FALLS INTERNATIONAL OPEN, ON, CAN
MAY 18-20, 2024
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Monday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins, 5 point challenge penalty in Collins. Collins will be WESPA rated.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, based on number of games remaining only.
Entry Fee: $200 (CAN)
Entry fee is CAD 200 if paid by May 9, 2024. Deadline for registration is May 16, 2024.
Location: Niagara Falls Convention Centre
Address: 6815 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls ON L2G3Y9
Phone: (905) 357-6222
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Road, Caledon, ON L7K2J8(519) 278-6373
Accessible to the disabled.
SHEDIAC, NB, CAN
MAY 24-27, 2024
Canadian National Championship.
Details: Entrants must be Canadian Citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility of temporary residents TBD.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Friday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round).
Entry fee TBD.
Details: Registration limited to 48 players. Deadline for entries May 24, 2024.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Friday7:30 P.M.3 rounds
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, Collins penalty 5 points per word).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, number of games plus spread (1000 points per round).
Entry fee TBD.
Details: Limited to 48 players. Deadline for registration May 24, 2024.
Late Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:00 A.M.5 rounds
This is the best of five playoff for the top two finalists.
Location: Hotel Shediak
Address: 222 Belliveau Street, Shediac, NB E4P0M2
Phone: (855) 836-6100
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Chew9 Fulton Avenue, Toronto, ON M4K1X6(416) 876-7675
Accessible to the disabled.
Players are asked to save the date but not yet book travel.
Details: Qualification system is to be announced.
JOPLIN, MO
JUNE 08-09, 2024
event web page
Route 66 Rumble.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
Entry Fee: $100
Registration and Refund Deadline: 6/5/24.
Location: Preferred Family Health Care
Address: 710 S Maiden Lane Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
Phone: (417) 317-3113
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Paul MulikP O Box 805, Joplin, MO 64802(417) 317-3113
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccinations not required - masks optional.
JOPLIN, MO
JUNE 07-08, 2025
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Route 66 Rumble.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.5 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
Entry Fee: $100
Registration and Refund Deadline: 6/4/25.
Location: Preferred Family Health Care
Address: 710 S Maiden Lane Ave, Joplin, MO 64801
Phone: (417) 317-3113
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Paul MulikP O Box 805, Joplin, MO 64802(417) 317-3113
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccinations not required - masks optional.