Scrabble: Casual vs. Competitive

Dates: June 17-24, 2025

Meets: Tu from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Location: Sunny Slope (Kitchen Area)

Cost: $0.00

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Scrabble: Casual vs. Competitive

Instructor: Eric Harshbarger
Tues–Thurs | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Sunny Slope Kitchen

Dates: June 17, 18

This course explores the fascinating contrast between friendly Scrabble games and high-level tournament play. Learn about the equipment used in competitive play (special boards, tiles, clocks), what it takes to compete at a national level, and the history of the tournament scene. Each session will include time to apply what you’ve learned through casual gameplay. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just curious, you'll come away with new strategies and a deeper appreciation of the game.

About the Instructor:
Eric Harshbarger is a Lecturer of Mathematics at Auburn University and has been playing competitive Scrabble since 2001. He is currently ranked among the top 50 players in the nation

Fee: $0.00
Hours:4.50

Sunny Slope (Kitchen Area)

1031 South College Street
Auburn, AL 36849-5680

Eric Harshbarger

Date Day Time Location
06/17/2025Tuesday11 AM to 12:30 PM Sunny Slope (Kitchen Area)
06/24/2025Tuesday11 AM to 12:30 PM Sunny Slope (Kitchen Area)

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