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WESPA Bid Process

Guidelines and requirements for countries and organisations interested in hosting WESPA’s Scrabble championships.

Bid Process

Guidelines and requirements for countries and organisations interested in hosting WESPA’s Scrabble championships.

WESPA welcomes bids from eligible organisations to host upcoming editions of the WESPAC and WTSC championships.

Eligibility Criteria

Before submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI), applicants must ensure:

  • They are officially recognised by or affiliated with WESPA.
  • Officially affiliated with WESPA as a recognised association, affiliate, or corporate promoter.
  • Active membership with current subscription.

Hosting Requirements

Prospective hosts must demonstrate their capacity to deliver a successful championship by meeting the following requirements:

  • Venue for at least 300 players, with space for side events.
  • Adequate accommodation for local and international players.
  • Competent local organising team working with WESPA.
  • Minimum of two WESPA-certified Tournament Directors.
  • Strong communications and media plan, including livestreaming capability.
  • Sound budget and sponsorship plan ensuring a minimum USD 10,000 top prize.
  • Support from local and national Scrabble bodies.
  • Event scheduled no later than 30 September of the hosting year.
  • Prizes awarded to at least the top 10 finishers.
  • Convenient and accessible transport options for participants.

Bid Process Timeline

# Stage Timeline
1 Expression of Interest (EOI) Submission 31 January
2 Formal Bid Submission 31 March
3 WESPA Committee Decision 30 June
4 Notification of Successful Bid 1 July
5 Public Announcement WESPAC/WTSC Closing Ceremony

WESPA welcomes bids from eligible organisations to host upcoming editions of the WESPAC and WTSC championships.

Before submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI), applicants must ensure:

  • They are officially recognised by or affiliated with WESPA.
  • Officially affiliated with WESPA as a recognised association, affiliate, or corporate promoter.
  • Active membership with current subscription.

Prospective hosts must demonstrate their capacity to deliver a successful championship by meeting the following requirements:

  • Venue for at least 300 players, with space for side events.
  • Adequate accommodation for local and international players.
  • Competent local organising team working with WESPA.
  • Minimum of two WESPA-certified Tournament Directors.
  • Strong communications and media plan, including livestreaming capability.
  • Sound budget and sponsorship plan ensuring a minimum USD 10,000 top prize.
  • Support from local and national Scrabble bodies.
  • Event scheduled no later than 30 September of the hosting year.
  • Prizes awarded to at least the top 10 finishers.
  • Convenient and accessible transport options for participants.
# Stage Timeline
1 Expression of Interest (EOI) Submission 31 January
2 Formal Bid Submission 31 March
3 WESPA Committee Decision 30 June
4 Notification of Successful Bid 1 July
3 Public Announcement WESPAC/WTSC Closing Ceremony

Expression of Interest

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Frequently asked Questions

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WESPAC (World English-language Scrabble Players Championship) and WTSC (World Team Scrabble Championship) are WESPA’s premier international Scrabble tournaments, bringing together top players and teams from across the world.

Typically, WESPAC and WTSC are held biennially, although the schedule may vary depending on global or logistical factors.

No. Once submitted, the EOI form cannot be edited. You may contact WESPA directly to clarify or update information if needed.

The top prize must be at least USD 10,000 or its equivalent in local currency.

Yes. WESPA reserves the right to revoke hosting rights if facility inspections or organisational standards are not satisfactorily met, or if unapproved venue changes occur.