The Intermediates Trophy
This is an annual tournament just for those who have not yet been granted Premier Status. It constitutes a rare chance to compete for silverware without encountering obstacles like Stuart Mann, Mark Dixon, Peter Edwards, etc.
The inaugural event was held in 2002, and it now has its regular spot in the Bristol Backgammon calendar.
Entry to the tournament is £5, and this pays for engraving the winner's name on the permanent trophy, plus either cash prizes or mementoes.
Any surplus money is returned as cash prizes.
The event consists of a single flight of straight knock-out, with all matches being played to 7 points, except the final (which may be 11 points, if time constraints don't surface).
From the 2006 event, this became a part of the Intermediate Grand Prix.
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The 2008 Intermediates Trophy
Intermediates Trophy history