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Tournaments -- Attendance and More (Probably Much too Long)
Posted By: Kenny Nissen In Response To: Tournaments -- Attendance and More (Probably Much too Long) (Bill Riles)
Date: Monday, 4 June 2012, at 9:19 p.m.
I have run a lot af tournaments in Denmark as TD, and I think it is very important to try to attract newcomers at every tournament.
If there is a local club where the tournament is arranged, coorporate with them, and maybe advertise in the local media.
Usually, I arrange a very cheap flight, one-day only, with an added prize. It could be a backgammon board, or a free entry in the next tournament. The format should be simple, with short matches, and a volunteer or two to answer questions, to make the newcomers feel welcome and secure. If they feel the atmosphere, and even win a match or two, chances are that they are "hooked".
The newcomers of today, are the championship players of tomorrow, never forget that....
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