August 3 - Clash of the Districts Winners Announced!
Last weekend, August 3, ACBL players from all over came together for the weekly ...
UPDATE: This feature is now live! Results for ACBL-sanctioned games on BBO now display player names (as registered with the ACBL) alongside their BBO usernames.
Starting next week, you’ll notice something new (and nice!) when you check the results of ACBL games on BBO: player name.
At the request of the ACBL, and many players, BBO will begin displaying players’ names (as registered with the ACBL) in the results of all ACBL games on BBO.
The information comes directly from the ACBL. We simply display the name associated with your ACBL number. Nothing changes for non-ACBL games results.
This ACBL driven update, is part of a broader effort to bring more connection and community to online ACBL games. More to come…
In a time where EVERYONE else is protecting people's right to privacy, BBO and ACBL giving away your personal information.
It's ACBL who requested it.
Yeahhhh, finally some civility being brought back to online bridge. I look forward to playing with players that have 'names'. I started out playing in clubs (the only avenue at the time) and 'civility' was encouraged. Next, please put out the "goodies" to go with the coffee/tea break ..:)
Leaderboards/results are shown to participants in that specific tournament. They are not, per se, "splashed all over the internet". It is essential to note that while the ACBL previously requested this feature, it is now a requirement.
Does this include the ACBL robots only games? If so, why?
So now, in order to participate in an official ACBL game, one will actually have to retroactively participate by the rules about divulging one's name? Because BBO doesn't require a Convention Card with verified names in order to play in an ACBL game...which should make one in ineligible for ACBL MPs...but $s Trump integrity...
In order to be an ACBL member, you have to pay a yearly fee - by credit card, or some other verifiable method that includes the player's real name. And, the ACBL doesn't want anonymous players for any number of excellent reasons, especially to prevent cheating. So what's your problem?
Good. Bridge IS a social game.
If there is no way to opt out of this I simply won't play anymore.
Please email acbl@bridgebase.com with a request to opt-out of having your name displayed on ACBL game results. Mention your BBO username and your ACBL number.
Why r u hiding?
good riddance...acbl rules require a CC with name and BBO and ACBL have given preference to $s in the pocket to integrity of the rules for too long...
Don't play then
One could always find out one's opponents' names by clicking their user ID. Thus, neither more or less "exposed" than before.
I don't think this is necessary. But thank you.
Oh great, another way to lose anonymity and feel shame! Those of us who dont have titles and lots of points still want to play and get better. It just discourages new people further.
Hopefully, this change will also reduce bad behavior. No more hiding behind your BBO ID (when you don't display your name).
What if you don't want to have your name published?
is there a way to avoid having your name splashed all over the internet?
Please post it if there is.
I wish to remain anonymous
Please email acbl@bridgebase.com with a request to opt-out of having your name displayed on ACBL game results. Mention your BBO username and your ACBL number.