22-12-2011, 05:45 PM
NP Clement,
I know you are just debating! So am I!
I do though care strongly about this. There is actually far more benefit long term for the whole of Chess and indeed the juniors themselves by getting them involved in these events early. I personally think they are fantastic events and it's when we have hundreds wanting to go to these events and vying for places that Chess will grow and thrive and coaching services will be requested from parents etc. We should spread the news about just how awesome these events are! I'm not just saying that I just love the buzz of all the juniors trying their hearts out and I've no doubt that the vast majority are learning and loving the experience.
I know you are just debating! So am I!
I do though care strongly about this. There is actually far more benefit long term for the whole of Chess and indeed the juniors themselves by getting them involved in these events early. I personally think they are fantastic events and it's when we have hundreds wanting to go to these events and vying for places that Chess will grow and thrive and coaching services will be requested from parents etc. We should spread the news about just how awesome these events are! I'm not just saying that I just love the buzz of all the juniors trying their hearts out and I've no doubt that the vast majority are learning and loving the experience.