JULY 1-5, 2026 Michigan Summer Backgammon Championships

Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel

21111 Haggerty Rd, Novi, MI 48375

Celebrating 51 Years!

One of the most respected backgammon tournament destinations in the USA, the Michigan Summer Backgammon Championships will host over 150 participants in the beautiful Sheraton Detroit Novi, just 25 minutes north of Detroit airport.

Featured Side Events

Wed. July 1

10 AM to 6 PM

BMAB Player's Cup Backgammon

Attain BMAB certified ranking with recorded matches.

BMAB directors Roberto Litzenberger and Dmitriy Obukhov.

Friday, July 3

10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Grandmaster Presentation

Join us for a free lecture on Friday morning.

Sun, July 5

12:00 PM 

Women's World of Backgammon Fireworks Cup

Another fantastic tournament for the women of backgammon. One of the biggest Women's tournaments in the country.

Thursday, July 4

12:00 PM Start

Michigan Masters Jackpot

Sheraton Detroit - Novi

The Sheraton is 25 minutes north of Detroit Metro Airport / DTW) located off I-275 at 8 Mile Road, Exit 167. The hotel is visible from the freeway.

21111 Haggerty Road, Novi, Michigan 48375

Group booking rates are 119.00 USD - 129.00 USD per night 

Last Day to Book : Monday, June 1, 2026

Making Reservations

Use the affiliate link to receive your promo code, or simply mention "Michigan Backgammon" when making a reservation. Call (248 349-4000 for phone reservations. 

Airport Travel

If arriving by air, your best airport destination is Detroit Metro Airport (DTW).

Transfer to Hotel

You can call a taxi, your fare will be approximately $50-60 or we can arrange for carpool service from our tournament volunteer.

Ride share service from Steve Grob
Call or text 248-534-6251, or stevenjgrob@gmail.com

Hotel Amenities

Complimentary WiFi
Fitness Center / Indoor Pool
Pet-friendly facilities
Free parking at the hotel
Restaurant on-site

Start Your Registration

Pre-registration is mandatory and ensures accurate start times. Jackpot & Doubles Events will fill to capacity in advance. Walk-ins will be accommodated as availability allows.

USBGF Membership Required

Meet Our Team

Ben Friesen

Tournament Director

Dan Minardi

Tournament
Co-Director

Clare Phelps

Results
Co-Ordinator

Sponsors

  • Flint Junior Master PRINCE BARLOW
  • The Queen of Backgammon CAROL JOY COLE
  • Flint Club Member MIKE CLAPSADLE
  • Gammon Guys ED COREY
  • Nathaniel Field in memory of JUDY FIELD
  • Flint Club Member STEVE GROB
  • Flint Club Champion GREG MERRIMAN 
  • Akemi Ota in memory of EMIL MORTUK
  • Gammon Stuff JOHN PIRNER
  • Backgammon Historian ROBERT STOLLER
  • Flint Club Member MAGGIE SWEENEY
  • Michigan Master FRANK TALBOT
  • Women’s World of Backgammon