About Us

Stacey is an avid and passionate backgammon player, committed to creating a world class, exciting, high-stakes, high-energy tournament with exceptional hospitality, entertainment and an atmosphere players will remember long after the final dice are rolled.

Stacey is an advocate and successful entrepreneur in payment processing. She brings the same energy, determination and entrepreneurial drive to backgammon, with an unwavering commitment to making every event bigger, better and truly unforgettable.

Ryan is a highly accomplished and competitive backgammon player with more than 30 years of experience playing in tournaments around the world. A past professional poker player, he brings a wealth of expertise in strategy, competition and high-level play.

Ryan has built a successful career in finance and business leadership, and combines this experience with the goal of growing a serious and competitive world-class event.

Daphne is a seasoned backgammon player, tournament organiser and treasurer of the Johannesburg Backgammon Club.

A qualified Chartered Accountant, accomplished bridge player and tarot card reader, she excels at strategy, competition and calculating odds. Her financial expertise, organisational skills and her powers foresee a phenomenal future for the SHB Big Bucks Backgammon Tournament.