Beginners

Note: Registration for the Beginner's Events and Backgammon For Everyone will be on site. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the event that you wish to participate in.

Attention Beginners: You Have Options!!!

• Attend the Backgammon for Everyone Novice Workshop (description below)
• Play in All Three Beginners Tournaments
  • Saturday at 12:00 PM
  • Saturday at 6:00 PM (Main Event)
  • Sunday at 12:00 PM
• Play in the Main Event Beginners Tournament plus one of the two noon Beginner Tournaments
  • Saturday at 12:00 PM
  • Saturday at 6:00 PM (Main Event)
  • Sunday at 12:00 PM

Backgammon for Everyone Novice Workshop and Tournament:

This program lead by Julius High and Tom Jayne and sponsored by the USBGF is a great opportunity to build your skills, learn new topics, and have fun playing backgammon with other like-minded enthusiasts.

Beginner ABT Tournaments

There will be three backgammon tournaments for beginners over the course of the weekend. The entry fee for beginners is $40 and includes play in the Main Event (Saturday at 6:00 PM) and one other tournament of your choice (Saturday at 12:00 PM or Sunday at 12:00 PM). Players wishing to enter all three brackets may do so for an additional $20. There is a discounted registration fee of $10 that applies to all beginner players.

All three tournaments will feature a round robin format with at least 4 matches guaranteed. Trophies will be awarded based on win/loss record, with ties broken by head-to-head results. Depending on the number of players and their skill level, each tournament may be split into two divisions, Beginner and Advanced Beginner, at the discretion of the director.

Why Backgammon For Everyone?

• Expert Instruction: Led by seasoned backgammon teachers.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering beginner basics and touching on advanced strategies.
• Hands-On Practice: Apply your skills in a novice tournament setting.
• Immerse Yourself in Backgammon: Gain exclusive access to meet backgammon legends, witness tournament dynamics, and absorb the vibrant atmosphere of competitive play.

Backgammon For Everyone: Invest in Your Game!

$120/adults

$80/youth under 25

Includes a two-day workshop, one year of Premium USBGF membership, plus a complimentary copy of PrimeTime Backgammon magazine. Secure your spot today by completing the Registration Form on the USBGF website and submitting your payment. Limited slots available!

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