USBGF - US Backgammon Federation

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A not-for-profit organization devoted
to advancing the awareness,
participation, education and
enjoyment of the skill-based
game of backgammon.

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About Us

The US Backgammon Federation is  a registered 501(c)4 organization.

Our Mission:

The U.S. Backgammon Federation is a not-for-profit organization devoted to advancing the awareness, participation, education and enjoyment of the skill-based game of backgammon. It seeks growth and opportunities for players at all levels.

Contents of this menu:

  • By-Laws
  • Contact Us
  • Educational Sponsors
  • Founding Sponsors
  • History
  • In Memoriam
  • Organization Reports
  • Special Recognition
  • Staff and Volunteers
  • Volunteers Needed
  • Board of Directors
    • Art Benjamin
    • Justin Nunez
    • Steven E. Mellen, Secretary
    • Richard Munitz
    • Lynn Ehrlich
    • Karen Davis, Chairman and Treasurer
    • Perry Gartner, President/Executive Director
    • Patrick Gibson
    • Jeb Horton
    • Alfred Mamlet
    • Stick
    • Joseph Russell
  • Board of Governors
    • Jeremy Bagai
    • Chuck Bower
    • Mike Corbett
    • Alan Grunwald
    • Jake Jacobs
    • Harvey Gillis
    • Jason Lee
    • Rob Maier
    • Carter Pfeifer Mattig
    • Dana Nazarian
    • John O'Hagan
    • Hugh Sconyers
    • Kit Woolsey
  • Committees
    • Executive
    • Joint Membership and Marketing Committee
    • Education
    • Legistlative
    • Rules and Ethics
    • Ratings and Stats
  • Advisors to the Board of Directors
    • Phil Simborg
    • Carol Joy Cole
    • Neil Kazaross
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  • Premium ($40 for 1 year; $100 for 3 years)
  • Youth (age 25 and under—$15 for 1 year)
  • Associate ($15 for 1 year)
  • Founding Sponsors ($400 to $6400)

Upcoming Events

Mar 9th, 2012 - Mar 11th, 2012

Central States Invitational

Sheraton O'Hare, Rosemont, IL

Mar 20th, 2012 

Registration deadline for National Club...

Online at GridGammon

Mar 23rd, 2012 - Mar 25th, 2012

Ohio Championships

Cleveland Airport Marriott

Apr 18th, 2012 - Apr 22nd, 2012

Nevada State Tournament

Flamingo, Las Vegas, NV

Apr 21st, 2012 

Intercollegiate Backgammon Team...

Online at safeharborgames.net

Apr 26th, 2012 - Apr 29th, 2012

Atlanta Spring Classic

Airport Marriott, GA

May 11th, 2012 - May 13th, 2012

Florida Championship

Marriott North, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

May 24th, 2012 - May 28th, 2012

Chicago Open

Holiday Inn O'Hare, Rosemont, IL

Jun 8th, 2012 - Jun 10th, 2012

Los Angeles Open / USBGF National...

Four Points LAX, Los Angeles, CA

Jul 5th, 2012 - Jul 8th, 2012

Michigan Summer Championships

Sheraton, Novi, MI

Jul 20th, 2012 - Jul 22nd, 2012

Minnesota Open

Marriott, Bloomington, MN

Aug 16th, 2012 - Aug 18th, 2012

2nd Golden Gate Open

Embassy Suites, So. San Francisco, CA

Ask the Pro!

Novice and Intermediate Players! Submit your backgammon questions to the USBGF Pro by clicking on our LEARN tab, and “Ask The Pro!”. This feature is available to Premium, Youth and Associate Members.

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