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USBGF: Can we elevate the discussion?
Posted By: Chuck Bower In Response To: USBGF: Can we elevate the discussion? (David Levy)
Date: Friday, 19 July 2013, at 5:21 p.m.
the ratings system: A fine idea, but it hasn't generated any buzz. Does Carter run around screaming how high his USBGF rating is?
The last point hints at what I see to be a major issue for backgammon organizations today. There are multiple centers of backgammon promotion in the US: the ABT, the USBGF, and the individual directors.
Is there really a conflict between these two organizations (and directors)? USBGF face-to-face competitions are conducted at ABT events such as LA and San Antonio. The ABT points system tracks cashes (similar to "FedEx points" in US golf) whereas the USBGF uses an Elo ratings system (loosely parallel to the Sony Ratings in golf). The USBGF uses the drawsheets from ABT events to calculate its Elo ratings.
And, btw, Carter scream? Where did that come from? :)
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