Award Type: American Backgammon Hall of Fame

John R. Crawford was an American bridge and backgammon player, most notably recognized for creating the "Crawford rule" in backgammon. This rule, whic…

Marty Storer is a highly respected figure in the world of backgammon, renowned for his exceptional skill as a player and his significant contributions…

Lewis was one of the top players in the world during the first decade of “Modern Backgammon” 1964- 1974. Lewis Deyong transitioned into perhaps th…

Lee won the Backgammon World Championship in 1981. She is one of only four women to win the title in over a half-century of existence. Lee won the Wom…

Wilcox was universally regarded as one of the top few players of his era. He was widely regarded as one of the world’s best, if not the best, money …

With a career that spanned over two decades, Matvey Natanzon, better known affectionately as Falafel, has left an indelible mark on the game we hold d…

For an astounding 14 years, Mochy’s unrivaled skill has placed him at the pinnacle of the game, earning him universal acclaim. He triumphed in the U…

John O'Hagan is a man of impeccable character and uncommon intelligence. His easy, laid-back demeanor makes him among the most approachable of the Eli…

Art has been on the backgammon scene for over 30 years and has had tremendous success at the highest levels, finishing first, second, and third in the…

Karen has been a central figure in the rise of the U.S. Backgammon Federation — many say the central figure. She has served on the USBGF Board since…