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OTTAWA, ON, CAN
SEPTEMBER 02, 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 02, 2023
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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 01, 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 01, 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 07, 2023
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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.
SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2024 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
LEHIGH ACRES, FL
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Lehigh Acres Scrabble Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Monday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin
Gibsonization based on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $25
Registration Deadline: 10/12/2023.
Location: East County Regional Library
Address: 881 Gunnery Rd, N Lehigh Acres , Florida 33971
Phone: (239) 537-4440
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
John Dalida1508 Stadium Court, Lehigh Acres, Florida 33971(239) 694-6097
Jennifer Tomlinson  
Accessible to the disabled.
Must be vaccinated to play.
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.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
OCTOBER 29, 2023
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Halloween Special.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday10:30 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 8 with a King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 24 players. Gibsonization based on number of games plus 500 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $50
Registration Deadline: 10/25/2023 -$5 late fee for payments after 10/25. $10 discount if in costume.
Details: Lunch included. Email ahoang2k8@gmail.com with any dietary restrictions/allergies.
Location: C-Ville Scrabble Clubhouse
Address: 801 Walker Square ,Charlottesville, VA 22903
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Andy Hoang  
Accessible to the disabled.
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
Joshua 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 04-05, 2023
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The A-1 Asheville Autumn Leaves Tournament.
Details: SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2024 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday8:45 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.7 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.
TORONTO MICHAEL WISE TOURNAMENT, ON, CAN
NOVEMBER 04-05, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL & Collins (5 points per word challenge). Collins will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibsonization based only on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $50 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 11/3.
Main Event 2
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL & Collins (5 points per word challenge). Collins will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibsonization based only on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $50 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 11/4.
Location: Herbert H. Carnegie Centennial Centre
Address: Skaters Lounge - 580 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON M2R 1N7
Phone: (416) 395-7903
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Eric Peters (519) 278-6373
John Chew  
Accessible to the disabled.
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
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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.
PROVIDENCE, RI
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 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: 11/17.
Location: Location provided to participants
Address: Providence, RI
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Matthew O'Connor (315) 289-5242
Matthew Zeleznik  
No COVID restrictions.
WINCHESTER/STEPHENS CITY, VA
NOVEMBER 18, 2023
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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.
GANANOQUE, 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.
FLORENCE, MA
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Florence, MA Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Friday10:00 A.M.4 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
OWL, maximum 16 players.
Entry Fee: $20
Must pay by 11/20/23 to be guaranteed a playing spot.
Location: Pathways Common House
Address: 25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Ben Greenwood25 Mountain Laurel Path, Florence, MA 01062 
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.
ELMHURST, IL
NOVEMBER 25, 2023
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Club 518 Turkey Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Entry Fee: $55
Deadline for entries is November 20, 2023.
Details: Limited to 50 players.
Location: Courtyard by Marriott
Address: 372 N IL-83, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone: (630) 941-9444
Hotel Rate: varies - $122
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Don Rathberger5029 W 31st Place Fl1, Cicero, IL 60804(312) 446-4842
Kathleen Long  
Accessible to the disabled.
LEXINGTON, MA
NOVEMBER 25, 2023
event web page
Saturday After Thanksgiving Club Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6 followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL and Collins, 5 pts per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $25
Must register by Nov. 17.
Location: First Parish Lexington
Address: 7 Harrington Road, Lexington, MA 02421
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Jacob Bergmann9 Tavern Lane, Lexington, MA 02421(781) 296 - 3787
Accessible to the disabled.
PLANO, TX
DECEMBER 02, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Gibsonization based on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $30
Registration Deadline: 11/17/23. Limited to 12 players.
Location: Central Market
Address: 320 Coit Rd, Plano, TX 75075
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sid Murali  
Accessible to the disabled.
AUSTIN, TX
DECEMBER 09, 2023
ATX Doubleheader - Tournament One.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NASPA Word List.
Entry Fee: $40
Register by Dec. 6, can pay cash at door, or paypal jamespintx@yahoo.com.
Location: Austin Bible Church
Address: 8405 Cross Park Drive, Austin, TX 78754
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Jim Hughes9909 Jasmine Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78726(512) 970 - 6570
Accessible to the disabled.
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
DECEMBER 09, 2023
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Open Rated Tournament
Saturday10:00 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin
NASPA Word List (NWL).
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (1000 pts per round remaining).
Entry Fee: $35
Limited to 36 players.
Details: Deadline for registration is December 8, 2023.
Location: Packer Hall
Address: 966 Trinity Lane, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: (443) 340-8469
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Linda Oliva2850 Florence Rd., Woodbine, MD 21797(443) 340-8469
David Engelhardt8109 Clyde Bank, Baltimore, MD 21286(443) 506-9327
Accessible to the disabled.
PROVIDENCE, RI
DECEMBER 09-10, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
NWL and Collins (5-point challenge rule - also, WESPA-rated). Pairings/divisions at director’s discretion based on entrants.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (600 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $80
Registration Deadline: 12/5/23. Limited to 1st 36 paid entrants.
Location: Brown University CIT Room 241
Address: 115 Waterman St, Providence, RI 02912
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Matthew O'Connor 315-289-5242
Matthew Zeleznik  
Accessible to the disabled.
No Covid restrictions. Best parking options are a few blocks south of campus.
AUSTIN, TX
DECEMBER 10, 2023
ATX Doubleheader - Tournament 2.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NASPA Word List.
Entry Fee: $40
Must register by Dec. 6, may pay cash at door or Paypal to jamespintx@yahoo.com.
Location: Pat's Games
Address: 2308 Hancock Drive, Austin, TX 78756
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Jim Hughes9909 Jasmine Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78726(512) 970 - 6570
Accessible to the disabled.
Tournament two of the doubleheader, note that it is at a different location than Tournament One.
CALEDON, ON, CAN
DECEMBER 10, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
Collins only - 5 points per word challenge penalty.
Details: Gibsonization based only on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $50 (CAN)
Limited to 20 players. Registration fee includes lunch.
Location: The Bremblay Residence
Address: 2651 Forks of the Credit Rd, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8
Phone: (519) 278-6373
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Rd, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8(519) 278-6373
Accessible to the disabled.
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.
MONTREAL, QC, CAN
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Montreal Pub en Ville.
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday11:30 A.M.6 rounds
swiss+koh or rr+koh or rr+swiss+koh. NWL and Collins. Collins penalty 5 points per word.
Details: Gibson rule in effect, determined by number of games plus spread (600 pts per round).
Entry Fee: $20 (CAN)
Limited to 24 players.
Details: Deadline for registration is December 16, 2023.
Location: Siboire St-Laurent
Address: 5101 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, QC H2T1R9
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Josh Sokol  
Accessible to the disabled.
The main area of play is not handicapped accessible, but accommodations are in place.
FORT MYERS, FL
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Open Rated Tournament
Wednesday9:30 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
Gibson rule determined by games remaining.
Entry Fee: $25
Must register by December 15.
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 339712396946097
Jennifer Tomlinson  
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccination recommended, masks optional.
MONTCLAIR, NJ
DECEMBER 28, 2023
MERRY 2023.
Open Rated Tournament
Thursday10:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss
NWL and Collins, maximum 12 players, 5 pts per word challenge rule in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $40
Must register by Dec. 26.
Location: TBD
Address: Montclair, New Jersey
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Cesar del Solar70 Norwood Ave, Montclair, NJ 07043(310) 365 - 6495
Gibsonization rule is number of games left plus 1,000 spread points per remaining round.
ALBANY, NY
DECEMBER 28-JANUARY 01, 2023
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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.
SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2024 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
DURHAM, NC
JANUARY 06-07, 2024
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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.
CALEDON, ON, CAN
JANUARY 27, 2024
Open Rated Tournament
Sunday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
NWL & Collins (5 points per word challenge penalty). Collins division will also be WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibsonization based only on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $50 (CAN)
Registration Deadline: 1/26/2024.
Night Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday7:00 P.M.4 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss or Round-Robin followed by King-of-the-Hill
Collins only - 5 points per word challenge penalty. Also WESPA-rated.
Details: Gibsonization based only on number of games remaining.
Entry Fee: $25 (CAN)
Limited to 16 players. Registration includes pizza dinner.
Details: This tournament is at the Bremblay Residence - 2651 Forks of the Credit Road, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8.
Location: Caledon Village Place
Address: 18313 Hurontario St, Caledon, ON L7K 0X7
Phone: (905) 584-2272
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Sue Tremblay2651 Forks of the Credit Rd, Caledon, ON L7K 2J8(519) 278-6373
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.
Details: SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2024 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
MEDINA, OH
MARCH 09-10, 2024
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The Purple and Green.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Sunday9:00 A.M.6 rounds
Format: Round Robin or Modified Round Robin
Zap pairings - modified RR groups of 12-20, 5 pts per word challenge penalty in Collins division.
Entry Fee: $70
48 players maximum, $70 if payment and entry info received by 2/28; $80 if received by 3/7; $90 cash at door space permitting, if arrive by 9:15 am.
Location: Holiday Inn Express and Suites
Address: 5185 Gateway Drive, Medina, OH 44256
Phone: (330) 722 - 6006
Hotel Rate: $115, plus tax, if reserved by Feb 8
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Daniel Stock1168 N. Jefferson St, Unit 26, Medina, OH 44256(330) 958 - 1832
Joyce Stock  
Accessible to the disabled.
All attendees should be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per latest CDC guidelines, trivia contest run by Jason Idalski on Sat. nite (extra charge).
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.
EAST LANSING, MI
APRIL 06, 2024
East Lansing Scrabble Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:00 A.M.8 rounds
Format: Round Robin and King-of-the-Hill
Limited to 40 players.
Entry Fee: $50
Registration Deadline: 4/4/2024.
Location: East Lansing Hannah Community Center
Address: 819 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MiI 48823
Phone: (517) 333-2580
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Irfan Faroqui13030 Apple Tree Ln, #10 DeWitt, MI 48820(517) 230-8890
Kathleen Long  
Accessible to the disabled.
No Covid-19 restrictions in effect at the tournament venue as of 10/30.
WILMINGTON, NC
APRIL 13-14, 2024
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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.
WILMINGTON, DE
APRIL 19-21, 2024
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First State Scrabble.
Open Rated Tournament
Friday7:30 P.M.3 rounds
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Saturday9:00 A.M.5 rounds
Maximum 50 players, NASPA Word List.
Entry Fee: $125
Must register by April 18, 2024; mail check to Richard Popper, 1593 Shadybrook Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803.
Location: Bridge Studio of Delaware
Address: 1403 Foulk Rd #203, Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: (302) 479 - 5431
Hotel Rate: $149 per night (plus tax) rooms at Doubletree, 4727 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Richard Popper1593 Shadybrook Road, Wilmington, DE 19803(302) 562 - 8758
Judy Cole  
SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2024 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
SOUTH BEND, IN
APRIL 20, 2024
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South Bend Scrabble Tournament.
Open Rated Tournament
Saturday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Round Robin groups of 6-8
Limited to 24 players.
Entry Fee: $50
Registration Deadline: 4/16/2024. Pizza lunch and drinks included in fee.
Location: St. Joseph County Library
Address: Community Learning Center - Classroom B - 305 S. Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601
Phone: (574) 282-4646
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Kathleen Long422 E. Pearl St, Greenwood, IN 46143(260) 450-3494
Accessible to the disabled.
Vaccination recommended. Facemasks and hand sanitizer provided.
SOUTH LYON, MI
APRIL 27, 2024
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 04/13/24. Registration Deadline: 4/25/2024.
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.
Any COVID/mask restrictions to be determined by CDC recommendations at time of tourney. Players should be vaccinated for COVID.
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
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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: 6/5/24.
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.
ALBANY, NY
JULY 03-07, 2024
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27th Annual Fourth of July Scrabble Tournament.
Early Bird
Open Rated Tournament
Wednesday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Format: Modified Swiss 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 on number of games plus 500 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $25
No commuter fee for Early Bird.
Main Event
Open Rated Tournament
Thursday9:30 A.M.7 rounds
Friday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Saturday9:30 A.M.8 rounds
Sunday9:30 A.M.4 rounds
NWL and Collins. Collins challenge penalty 5 points per word. Collins division will also be WESPA-rated. Fontes, Swiss, Castellano-O'Connor Pairings.
Details: Gibsonization based on number of games plus 500 points per game remaining.
Entry Fee: $150
Commuter Fee: $30
Commuter fee ($30 USD / $45 CDN) applies if you are not staying at the tournament hotel and within the rooom block.
Location: Albany Marriott
Address: 189 Wolf Rd,Albany, NY 12205
Phone: (518) 458-8444
Hotel Rate: $109 USD (approx $153 CDN)
Director NameAddressPhoneE-mail
Kieran O'Connor (315) 481-8541
Josh Greenway  
Accessible to the disabled.
SPC Satellite Event - A complimentary registration to the 2025 Scrabble Players Championship will be provided for every 50 players in main event.
STRATFORD, ON, CAN
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
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)
Registration Deadline: 9/20/2024. Limited to 48 players.
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.
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.