The global body for English-language Scrabble competition and fair play.
Since its founding in 2003, WESPA has united more than 40 national associations under a shared vision for competitive Scrabble. Through our federations, individual members, and supporters, we have built a truly global community connected by standardised rules, ratings, and tournaments.
Each year, WESPA supports over 50 sanctioned events across continents, providing players with recognition, fair competition, and pathways to international championships. In 2022, we expanded opportunities by lifting restrictions on sanctioned tournaments, giving organisers more freedom to host events while maintaining global standards.
Global Mission
WESPA supports tournaments, players, and organisers, while setting international standards for Scrabble.
Rules & Standards
Ensuring fair play and consistent rules worldwide.
WESPA Rules >
Tournaments & Ratings
Running tournaments and maintaining global ratings.
Official Ratings >
Development & Growth
Growing the game through players and associations.
Resources >
Community
Building a united & recognised Scrabble community.
Associations >
A Global Connection
Honouring WESPA’s champions and rising stars shaping the Scrabble world.
United by Words, Connected by Passion
WESPA brings together Scrabble enthusiasts from every corner of the globe. From bustling tournaments in Asia to intimate clubs in Europe, from championship events in Africa to community gatherings in the Americas, is the thread that connects diverse cultures through competitive wordplay.
Our mission is to promote fair play, foster excellence, and ensure that every player, regardless of location or background, has access to world-class competition and resources.
Global Reach
Federations on 6 continents
Fair Play
Unified rules & ratings
Excellence
World-class standards
Community
Inclusive & welcoming
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Global Impact
Connecting players, associations, and organisers worldwide.
50+ Countries
Member associations spanning Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Oceania, and South America.
100+ Tournaments
Annual sanctioned events ranging from local competitions to world championships.
10,000+ Players
Active competitive players tracked in our global rating system across all skill levels.
Our Partners
