John Crawford
John R. Crawford was an American bridge and backgammon player, most notably recognized for creating the "Crawford rule" in backgammon. This rule, whic…
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Marty Storer
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 Deyong
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 Genud
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 Snellings
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 …
Butch and Mary Ann Meese
Their tireless efforts and expertise have enriched our backgammon community and touched the lives of many.
Matvey “Falafel” Natanzon
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…
Masayuki “Mochy” Mochizuki
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…
Marty Storer
Marty Storer is a distinguished world-class player. He is a BMAB Grandmaster Class 1, with a PR rating of 3.19, one of only three Americans to have ea…
John O’Hagan
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…