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Scrabblemania 3.0: Mind Brilliance Inc. Unveils a $6,000 Prize Pool Tournament in Monrovia

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Mind Brilliance Inc. has officially announced the third edition of its flagship tournament, Scrabblemania 3.0, themed “Claiming the Diplomatic Enclave.” This edition promises to be one of the biggest competitive Scrabble events in West Africa as it brings elite players together for three days of high-intensity wordplay. Tournament Overview The event is scheduled to take place from December 5–7, 2025, in Monrovia. With a prize pool of $6,000 USD, players will battle across multiple rounds for prestige, ranking points, trophies and major cash rewards. The highlight of Scrabblemania 3.0 is its Star Prize of $2,000 USD, awarded to the overall champion. Prize Band: 1st Place: $2,000 + Trophy 2nd Place: $1,600 + Trophy 3rd Place: $1,000 + Trophy 4th Place: $550 5th Place: $400 6th Place: $225 7th Place: $225 This structure ensures a competitive yet rewarding experience for top-performing players. Registration Fee: $125 USD Payment Details: Account Name: Mind Brilliance Inc. Account Number: 5...

How Scrabble Shapes Nigerian Society Positively

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Scrabble is more than just a board game in Nigeria.  It is a tool that inspires learning, builds community, and raises national pride. Over the years, Nigeria has become one of the strongest Scrabble-playing nations in the world, producing world champions and nurturing some of the finest strategic minds. 1. Promoting Education and Literacy Scrabble encourages strong vocabulary skills and critical thinking. Many students who play Scrabble develop better spelling, reading comprehension, and quick reasoning. In several Nigerian schools, Scrabble is now part of co-curricular activities, helping young learners improve their English while having fun.  I remember meeting with Olatunde Oduwole (National Scrabble Champion 2016) a Gold Medalist 2022 NSFestival singles. This is a man of jam-packed vocabs you can never comprehend. His mastery in word placement and board controls coupled with his word power equals to nothing but what I call word-power-house. I will likely talk about him la...

Bangkok International Championship 2025 - The Crown Jewel of Asian Scrabble

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The global Scrabble spotlight is currently shining brightly on Bangkok, Thailand, as the Bangkok International Crossword Game Championship 2025 (also known as the Thailand International/King’s Cup) officially kicks off. This prestigious tournament, running from October 11 - 13, 2025, is taking place at Paradise Park in Bangkok, and it is one of the largest Scrabble events in the world attracting elite players and millions of enthusiasts from across the globe. This is a Tournament with Royal Prestige.  The Bangkok International Championship is Thailand’s flagship Scrabble event, historically supported by the Thai monarchy. The winner of the top division traditionally receives a royal trophy, a symbol of honor and excellence in the Scrabble world. First launched decades ago as the Brand’s Crossword Game King’s Cup, the event has grown into an international mind-sport spectacle and a platform for language learning and youth development. This year’s edition features top international p...

Ghana National Scrabble Championship 2025 Kicks Off in Accra

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The Scrabble Association of Ghana has officially opened the Ghana National Scrabble Championship 2025, a two-day event taking place in Accra from October 3 to 4, 2025. The tournament is powered by TSH (tournament software), with full coverage hosted on the event portal: Ghana Nationals 2025 Coverage. Dates: October 3 - 4, 2025. Venue: Accra, Ghana. Organizer: Scrabble Association of Ghana (SCAG) The event features a strong lineup of Ghana’s top players battling for the prestigious National Champion title.  Why It Matters The Ghana National Scrabble Championship is not only the country’s most important domestic tournament but also a key prelude to WESPAC 2025, the World English-Language Scrabble Players Championship, which Ghana will host in November. Performances here are expected to influence Ghana’s final squad and momentum ahead of welcoming the world stage. Follow the action here: Ghana Nationals 2025 Official Coverage