Terms and Conditions

Please read carefully.  By registering you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.  Players are expected to act in the spirit of good sportsmanship and in accordance with the U.S. Backgammon Federation Tournament Rules.  The Viking Backgammon Classic is a privately run tournament and reserves the right to refuse entry and to refuse access to the premises with no reason required.  All fees paid onsite must be in cash, US currency only.  Eligibility for all events is subject to approval, entrants will not be allowed to play below their playing level.  The tournament does not supply equipment, please bring your own digital clock, backgammon board, and other equipment, if possible. 

Please read the U.S. Backgammon Federation official rules prior to the tournament.

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Rules Options Employed at this Tournament

​The following are the Rules Options  in force at the  Viking Backgammon Classic.  

• All events are legal moves: Any illegal play must be corrected if noticed by either player.
• Dice on checkers are legal: Dice that land on top of checkers are generally valid rolls.
• Clocks preferred: With the exception of the newcomer division, either player may insist on a clock. 
• Baffle boxes preferred: Players may use a baffle box, but may not impose their use on another player.  
• Use of cups with a baffle box: This is optional. Using your hand or a cup to put the dice in the top of the baffle box are both legal.
• Use two dice over four dice: All players are obligated to share two dice. If not using a clock, tapping the center bar indicates the end of the turn.
• Pictures always allowed: Players are allowed to take pictures of their match, even when not using a clock.

If any questions arise during a match, stop the play and clock and call the director. 

Clock Settings

Clocks are preferred for all events except the newcomer division.  This means that either player may request to use a clock and their opponent must grant that request. Newcomer level players must consult with the director before using a clock.  Directors reserve the right to clock any match.

• Open level players: 2 minutes per point with a 12 second delay.
• Advanced level players: 2 minutes per point with a 15 second delay.
• Intermediate division players: 2 minutes per point with a 15 second delay. Overtime variant, meaning a player receives 1 additional minute after an initial clock expiration.
• Newcomer level players: Generally this level is not clocked. If necessary 3 minutes per point and 15 second delay and overtime variant as above. 
• Doubles: 3 minutes per point with a 15 second delay.

More on clocks, including recommended clock apps for your phone

Streaming and Promotion

The Viking Backgammon Classic tournament reserves the right to stream and/or record any match.  By registering, you consent to appear in promotional materials or video. 

Individual Player Recording and Streaming
Using your own unobtrusive equipment, you may stream and/or record your own backgammon matches.  This privilege may be revoked if it creates undue noise or interferes with the smooth running of the tournament.  The recording or streaming of matches other than your own, requires preapproval from the tournament director. 

Promoting Products and/or Services
Promoting or selling products or services is not allowed without prior approval from the tournament director.