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The global Scrabble community has reached a historic milestone as Matthew Tunnicliffe of Canada has been officially recognized as a Scrabble Grandmaster (GM) by the World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPA). Tunnicliffe is the first player to achieve the Grandmaster title since WESPA launched its official Titles System, making this achievement both pioneering and symbolic for international Scrabble. This recognition places Matthew Tunnicliffe at the very summit of competitive Scrabble and underscores his consistency, excellence, and long-term impact on the game at the highest level. The WESPA Titles System was designed to formally recognize sustained elite performance across rated international competitions. Becoming a Grandmaster is not based on a single tournament win but on long-term dominance, rating strength, and competitive depth. Being the first recipient of this title sets Matthew Tunnicliffe apart as a benchmark for future generations of elite players worldwide. A lit...

The fourth edition of Scrabble in the Jungle returns in 2025 with the theme “Legacy Keepers”, promising another competitive and high-energy tournament experience. The event is NSF, WESPA, and PANASA rated and will be played using the CSW24 lexicon. Players will compete in 36 games (6 round-robin + 6 KOTH), with a ₦300,000 star prize on the line. Registration has been pegged at ₦20,000. • Date: 19th – 21st December 2025 • Venue: To be communicated (Lagos State) Scrabble athletes across the country are expected to attend what has now become one of Nigeria’s standout year-ending tournaments. More information will be shared as soon as the organizers release further updates.

Scrabble Battle: Offensive vs Defensive? Wellington Jigereh vs Enoch Nwali Discover your Scrabble play style if you are not aware already! Are you an offensive player who goes for bingos or a defensive player who locks the board?  Join the fun and share your strategy on Scrabblebiz. Every Scrabble player has a unique style of play. While some thrive on big, bold plays, others prefer tight, strategic defenses that keep their opponents guessing. Offensive players go for high scores, premium squares, and flashy seven-letter bingos. Defensive players focus on controlling the board, blocking bonuses, and playing smart setups. No matter your side, both strategies make Scrabble exciting and unpredictable! Let us Hear From You Are you an attacker who loves explosive word scores? Or a blocker who takes pride in shutting down openings? 👉 Share your favorite move that perfectly shows your scrabble style! #ScrabbleFun #ScrabbleTalk #ScrabbleStrategy #ScrabblePlayers #WordGameCommunity #Scrabb...