There is generally a small non member fee for those wishing to play in a tournament without becoming a member. However, neither the membership, nor any fees beyond the basic entry fee are required for the first monthly, or the first two weeklies you play in, during each season. The New England Backgammon Club features three levels of play in its tournaments. Players in this bracket range from strong intermediate to world class . The novice bracket and intermediate brackets are often consolidated for monthly tournaments.
All brackets are usually consolidated during the weekly events.
Anchors Anchors is the newsletter of the New England Backgammon Club. It is generally published monthly, except July. Anchors ranges 2-8 pages, two devoted to local news with the remaining pages dedicated to analytical material and backgammon related stories with minimal advertising.