okeball: The Head Judge`s Final Report
okeball:
This event went off perfectly and everything ran smoothly. From beginning to end, all facets of the event was a total success. Jeff did a great job on the picking of the site (and you wouldn`t believe the little time he had to actually secure it) and even the hotels lobby extra room was perfect for our "Midnight Tourney" the night before.
The players, the judges, the staff were all great. Enough can`t be said but I will try to thank all groups below. If I forget someone or something, please by all means, lmk. I had a blast and look forward to the next big event.
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The players: Wow. You guys and girls were outstanding. The sportsmanship you showed was exemplary. Even with the few tough rulings that had to be made, the players on the "receiving end" of the rulings were gracious. Enough can`t be said to even remotely cover how impressed the whole judging staff was with all of you. Great job and I thank each and every one of you for your great sportsmanship!!!
The Parents: I want to personally thank every parent that lets their kids come to these events and play in this great game. Even if you don`t play the game yourself, it`s great to see what you will do for your child and that you realize the positive impact and learning that you get. From emotional to intellectual to family bonding, it`s sad to realize some other parents just can`t see this. Thank you!!!
The Judges: Rick L (10-,11-14 HJ), Keith H (15+ J), Javier S (15+ J), Brian L (11-14 J), Stephen V (11-14 J), Bob W (10- J), and Mike B (10- J). You guys did an outstanding job!!! I was impressed with your professionalism and knowledge and also of how you handled any situation thrown at you. I wouldn`t hesitate to have you staff any event I`m involved with in the future and I would also back you guys up if you need any recommendations. You guys get an A+ for job well done!!! It was a pleasure working with each and every one of you. Thank you!
The Computer staff/ New Player area: 10- Toni R, 11-14 Mike S, 15+ Wendy C, New Player "Developement" Randy C. You guys did a great job and got the next round results out in a very timely manner which is crucial to getting the tournament run in a timely manner and also makes the event a more pleasant one for the players in that the rounds can keep flowing. Thanks for a job well done! It was also good to see that there were no problems with the software at all. Also, great job Randy for helping any newer players learn the game. Thanks!
Jeff R - PTO: Jeff, you did one helluva job in every aspect of this event. From the site to the event and all the little things between, you were outstanding. It`s great to see how far alot of PTO`s have come and Jeff, you are one of the top ones in my book. Great job!