2025-26 Selection Criteria for Women’s Team Competitions

Updated September 8, 2026

Following our most recent team’s event, we’re excited to share minor updates to the selection criteria for the Women’s Teams that represent the USBGF in both online and in-person international competitions. Our goal is to provide a clear, consistent, and fair pathway for players, increase awareness of upcoming events, and help you understand how to qualify.

The following events are upcoming: Late September, 2027 – WBGF Women’s Team Championship in Dubai, U.A.E. (in-person)

Eligibility Overview

Online Teams:

      • USBGF membership.

      • U.S. citizenship or residency.

      • Must have played in at least 6 Online Tournament Series (OTS) events in 2026.

    In-Person Teams:

        • USBGF membership

        • U.S. citizenship or residency.

        • Must have played in qualifying events in at least three ABT tournaments in the year prior to selection. (Open Championship/ Jackpot/ Players cup)

        • Must play in the Open Division

        • Players must earn a minimum of 100 BMAB experience points in the prior year, either through BMAB-tracked events or an approved individual BMAB application from eligible events.

      Online Team Selection

      Selections prioritize measurable performance and follow this order each year:

         

          • Top 2 finishers from the prior year’s OTS

          • Top 2 finishers from the WBIF World Women’s Championship Finals (excluding already-qualified players)

          • Top 2 WBIF all-time PRs

        *For an 8-player format, two additional spots may be awarded at committee discretion from any of these three categories.

        In-Person Team Selection

        The in-person team consists of five players, including one alternate. Invitations will go to the top four players based on BMAB Performance Rating as of January 1 each year. This fixed annual selection date ensures consistency and minimizes ambiguity. The fifth spot is reserved for an alternate, selected in order of BMAB PR.

        We believe these refinements continue to create a transparent, performance-driven structure that supports player development and strengthens our competitive presence internationally. We’ll continue to assess and improve the process as we go.

        If you have any questions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you.