Subject to the following qualifications, spectators are allowed at tournament tables. Kibitzing* is strictly prohibited. Table settings should have the "Allow Kibitz" box unchecked, where applicable.

• Spectators should never speak at a tournament table after the match has begun, unless specifically addressed by a competitor. Although, it is common courtesy to ask if you may watch; it is not mandatory as this might be distracting. Players shouldn't be upset if the spectator does not ask for "permission" to watch, nor boot the spectator for not asking.
  
  Exceptions:
   

  • The hosting TD may speak at any table, as needed.
     
  • In certain special events, such as BOS or TD vs Players tourneys, where a final match is held between winners of 2 separate tourneys, there is a “tradition” of lively banter among spectators. This is acceptable, but ONLY if the competitors themselves say it is OK with them. If any competitor asks for silence, the request MUST be honored.
     
• If any player in the match objects to the presence of any spectator, s/he must leave the table on request; no explanation necessary. Spectators that refuse to leave upon request may be booted, but the boot must always be preceded by a polite request.
  
  Exceptions:
  • The hosting TD and the HA and AA of the hosting league are always allowed to attend at any game; they may not be booted.
     
  • The spectator; playing in the Tourney; may only be asked to leave the Table in case of harassment to the Playing Parties; if the spectator is quite and behaving properly; s/he must not be asked to leave.
     
  • If a spectator tries to kibitz, s/he should be booted immediately; no request is needed.

* Kibitz is a feature of most card games, dominoes, and such, where a spectator may view the hands of the contestants. When a player uncheck it at the table, his/her hand may not be viewed.