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== Potomac MD Collins Scrabble® Tournaments ==
 
== Potomac MD Collins Scrabble® Tournaments ==
  
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There is the possibility that scheduling for the Saturday Dec 17, 2016 event will be impacted by icy weather.  This page will be kept updated with any changes.  Call Vince at 703.282.3611 if you have questions or concerns.
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There is the possibility that the Saturday Dec 17, 2016 event will be rescheduled to the same time and location Sunday the 18th.  This page will be kept updated with any changes.  Call Vince at 703.282.3611 if you have questions or concerns.
  
 
We are offering free admission to a 'swing' player willing to participate or not as needed to even the event.  Details below.
 
We are offering free admission to a 'swing' player willing to participate or not as needed to even the event.  Details below.

Revision as of 11:44, 16 December 2016

Potomac MD Collins Scrabble® Tournaments

Inclement Weather Warning: Possible Date Change

There is the possibility that the Saturday Dec 17, 2016 event will be rescheduled to the same time and location Sunday the 18th. This page will be kept updated with any changes. Call Vince at 703.282.3611 if you have questions or concerns.

We are offering free admission to a 'swing' player willing to participate or not as needed to even the event. Details below.

Dates

Date Location Map
Saturday December 17, 2016 1446 Crowell Rd, Vienna, VA 22182 https://goo.gl/maps/ftyTfghzbnH2
  • Lexicon: Collins 2015 w/ 5 pt. challenge
  • Director: Vince Castellano vince@wgvc.com 703.282.3611
  • Format: 8 rounds, pairings and prizes TBD depending on number of participants, Gibsonization as appropriate
  • Entry Fee: $25 (Incl. $4 NASPA participation fee + $3 lunch fee)
  • $25 Winner-take-all opt-in prize pool
    • Each player may elect to pay $25 to the opt-in pool.
    • Whichever player finishes first amongst those who paid into the pool wins it all.
    • Eligibility for standard prizes is independent of participation in the opt-in pool.
    • Payout is split in the event of a tie.
    • Withdrawal from the pool is not allowed after payment is accepted.
  • Lunch: Sandwich platter and turkey chili
    • Please advise us in advance of any dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Schedule:
    • 09:30 .. 10:00 Registration
    • 10:00 .. 13:00 Games 1-3
    • 13:00 .. 13:30 Lunch break
    • 13:30 .. 18:30 Games 4-8
  • Registration Deadline: 21:00 (9PM) on the Friday night before the event
    • Players who are not present at 09:45 on the morning of the event and have not contacted the director will be considered no-shows.
    • Alternate contact number (on day of event): 703.946.0549
  • Accommodations: Contact the director for details.
  • Live Coverage URL: http://live.wgvc.com

Swing Player Terms

  • A swing player is one put into the event at the director's discretion so as to make the field even.
  • The above is irrespective of whether or not the director himself chooses to play.
  • A player who has volunteered for swing is welcome to switch to paid player status by paying the full entry fee.
    • (Note this is a revision of a previously stated policy.)
  • Players who have been listed as "pay-to-play" can be switched to swing only at the director's sole discretion.

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