20-08-2014, 09:48 AM
I have been having this discussion separately with a large brained ex-noticeboard member.
Similar to Keith's ideas he has suggested that Chess Scotland take the lead, and with a defined set of plans and goals, guide two of our budding younger players to the IM title in the space of 2 years.
This could include coaching, both at home and potentially abroad.
It could include subsidising their training and travel to International tournaments.
There is more to add, but that is the basic premise.
It would be measurable and tangible.
No-one suggests it is guaranteed to succeed. Not much in life is.
If it did succeed it would surely be a massive positive for all involved.
Do Chess Scotland have any strategic short-term or long-term goals?
Similar to Keith's ideas he has suggested that Chess Scotland take the lead, and with a defined set of plans and goals, guide two of our budding younger players to the IM title in the space of 2 years.
This could include coaching, both at home and potentially abroad.
It could include subsidising their training and travel to International tournaments.
There is more to add, but that is the basic premise.
It would be measurable and tangible.
No-one suggests it is guaranteed to succeed. Not much in life is.
If it did succeed it would surely be a massive positive for all involved.
Do Chess Scotland have any strategic short-term or long-term goals?