Third annual Scrabble tournament draws players nationwide

March 4, 2026

Rappahannok News

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Maryland Sen. Cheryl Kagan (right) and her opponent, Susan Bertoni, mark down scores on their score sheets on Sunday at last weekend’s Scrabble Tournament at the Scrabble Schoolhouse near Castleton.

Scrabble players from across the country gathered for the third annual, two day tournament. The second day drew about 30 seasoned experts and 10 newcomers, playing multiple rounds of one-on-one Scrabble throughout the tournament.

The tournament raised at least $1,710 through a penny-a-point donation program, with proceeds benefiting the Scrabble Schoolhouse Preservation Foundation and its efforts to preserve the historic Scrabble Schoolhouse. More donations continue to be counted.