2026 Registration

Let us know you are planning on attending the 12th Texas Backgammon Championships and 2026 UBC Regional Contender! Registration is open for the American Backgammon Tour main event, the 2026 UBC Regional Contender, Player's Cup BMAB, and major Jackpots. Full details regarding all events may be viewed on our tournament brochure. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us!

Player Details

    Geoffrey Parker Main ABT Tournament

    Championship & Intermediate Div.
    Start: 7:45pm Feb. 6

    The winner of the Geoffrey Parker Championship Division will be awarded a voucher for a custom board made by Geoffrey Parker Games. Both divisional formats are single elimination with optional rebuys and dual side pools, progressive consolation, and progressive last chance. 11/9/7 match points in Championship & 9/7/5 match points in Intermediate.

    The Novice Championship will not be a sanctioned ABT event. Therefore, the $10 USBGF ABT fee assessed per player will not be required. Additionally, current USBGF membership is not compulsory. If you wish to play in the Novice Championship, the registration fee is free and you are welcome to pay any entry fees on-site at the Gunter.

    Ultimate Backgammon Championship Regional Contender

    2026 UBC Regional Contender — Americas
    Start: 12pm Feb. 3

    The winners of the four 2026 UBC Regional Contender events advance to the Contender semifinals set to take place in Monte Carlo prior to the BGWC. All BMAB Masters and Grand Masters from any country may play. Upon the completion of 12 preliminary rounds of seven point matches, the top six players in points, plus two additional players finishing with the lowest average PRs advance to the playoffs. 100% return. All matches will be transcribed, plus 5 matches live streamed per round. Sanctioned BMAB event. Prize distribution subject to field size.

    Backgammon Masters Awarding Body

    Players Cup BMAB
    Start: 11:45am Feb. 4

    Five rounds of nine point matches. All matches will be recorded, transcribed, and uploaded. Players will receive their XG files and links to their recorded matches. Optional side pools available. Side pool fees must be paid at the venue.

    This event conflicts with the UBC Regional Contender. Players may choose to play either the Players Cup BMAB or the UBC Regional Contender (not both).

    High Equity Jackpots

    $1500 Super Jackpot
    Draw: 11am Feb. 6 Flexible Start

    Max of 16 players. High equity single elimination jackpot. 95% return. 15 point rounds. Clocks mandatory at 2m/12s settings.

    Longhorn Masters Jackpot
    Start: 3pm Feb. 5 or 1pm Feb. 6

    High equity single elimination jackpot with re-entries. 90% return. 13 point rounds. Clocks mandatory at 2m/12s settings. Drawing for Longhorn PRIMO board!

    Alamo Limited Jackpot
    Start: 4pm Feb. 5 or 2pm Feb. 6

    Open to players not deemed of Masters level & subject to eligibility approval. Single elimination with re-entries. 90% return. 9 point rounds. Clocks mandatory at 2m/12s settings. Win your entry fee in the Texas Draw!

    Women's Open Jackpot
    Start: 6:30pm Feb. 5 or 2pm Feb. 6

    Open to all women players. Max of 32 entrants. Single elimination with re-entries. 90% return. 9 point rounds. Clocks mandatory at 2m/12s settings. Win your entry fee in the Texas Draw!

    Social Events & Parties

    USBGF Awards Dinner & Hall of Fame
    Buckhorn Museum 5pm-7:30pm Feb. 7

    We will be hosting the 2026 USBGF Awards Dinner and Hall of Fame Induction at the famous Buckhorn Museum. Richard Munitz will be inducted into the USBGF Hall of Fame alongside Bill Riles and Tara Mendicino receiving Lifetime Achievement awards. Renowned San Antonio caterer Don Strange has crafted the menu. Dinner tickets include entry to both the Buckhorn and Texas Ranger museums. Located 2 blocks from the Gunter ballroom at 318 E. Houston St. Photography and videography of the event by Jason and Breiley Dordel.

    Sunday Super Bowl LX TV Party
    Director's Suite: 5:30pm kickoff Feb. 8

    Come watch the big game on multiple big-screen TVs. Your ticket includes Pinkerton's BBQ catered buffet with main course, side dishes, desserts, & sodas plus unlimited beer and wine!

    Payment Information

    Select Your Method of Payment

    We accept multiple forms of payment for entry fees and social events. Players and guests may pay electronically until Monday, Feb. 3. Paper checks sent via mail must be postmarked no later than Saturday, Feb. 1. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars.

    Players are responsible for paying any fees which result in the director receiving less than the total amount due.

    Mailing address: Bill Riles, 70 Champions Bend Circle, Houston, TX 77069

    ABT Main Event Required Fee
    & Current USBGF Membership

    The ABT main event registration fee includes a $10 added fee assessed by the USBGF. The USBGF requires that all entrants be members in good standing to participate in this event.

    Total Amount Due

    Message to Directors

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