13-01-2014, 01:31 PM
Mike Scott Wrote:I would add to Robin's comments to say that I would not disagree entirely with Peter's comments but would say that it is clearly unfair for these events to be always in the same area - its not unreasonable to expect the majority to put themselves out to travel from time to time.
By moving the events about one will hopefully stimulate interest in these areas and by using different organisers perhaps new ideas will be generated on how to run and promote the events?
My only concern is that this change in policy is/was introduced with fair notice to the incumbent organisers (SJC) and that we do not see in future years multiple national events being run with multiple champions.
Mike,
with reference to your third paragraph SJC decided at our agm (31st August) to run a junior event for girls only. CS were informed via private email many many weeks ago. SJC are not worried about CS also running an event for girls only - the more junior events organised the better - in my view.
Just checked the calendar on the web site. Listing calls our event "SJC girls championship" not a very imaginative title I know. The entry form calls it "Scottish Junior Chess Scottish Girls Championships and Fun day"
Perhaps the double use of the word "Scottish" might be seen by some as a problem. I have received no private emails to that effect.
As for your first two paragraphs I want to say that it is good to see a balanced and reasonable argument being put forward by a non-member of Chess Scotland. Perhaps this notice board would be more harmonious if only non members of Chess Scotland were allowed to post here?