Tony started working full time on Go in 2004, but has plenty of previous experience promoting and teaching the game. He was BGA Secretary for many years and was elected to the executive of the European Go Federation in 2000, serving a period as President. He is an amateur 3 dan player having learned the game over 30 years ago. He lives in Reading.
The objective of the Youth Development official is to ensure that young Go players have as many opportunities as possible to pursue and enjoy their hobby.
He/she will especially develop further opportunities for young Go players to meet and play in regional and national events and on the Internet.
To increase the exposure of Go in schools and other educational facilities, by establishing and maintaining contacts with schools, education authorities and throughout the world of education and visits schools to give an introduction to Go.
Also gives advice to other Go players on teaching Go and setting up clubs for youth Go.
The Youth Committee exists to promote Go amongst young people up to the age of about 18.
| Role | Job Description | Person | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child Protection Adviser |
As described in the policy on working with children and young people, the Child Protection Adviser provides advice to members involved in youth go activities. Members should contact the CPA to discuss any situation of concern that may come to their notice. |
Sue Paterson |
|
Email contact form |
| Education |
To increase the exposure of Go in schools and other educational facilities, by establishing and maintaining contacts with schools, education authorities and throughout the world of education and visits schools to give an introduction to Go. Also gives advice to other Go players on teaching Go and setting up clubs for youth Go. |
Peter Wendes |
|
Email contact form |
| Junior Web Site Editor |
Edits the junior section of the web site, including the lists contained thereon. Ex-officio (see Online Committee) |
Martin Harvey |
|
Email contact form |
| Schools Internet Go Server Developer |
Develops and maintains the code of the SIG server. |
Alex Selby |
|
Email contact form |
| UK Go Challenge |
Organises the annual UK Go Challenge competition for schools. |
Tony Atkins |
|
Email contact form |
| UK Youth Team |
Organises international matches with other countries, normally via the Internet. |
Martin Harvey |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Championship |
Organises the annual British Youth Go Championship. |
Tony Atkins |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Contacts |
Maintains contact lists of school clubs, teachers and junior players; and sends out information on junior Go via the youth-go list |
Paul Smith |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Development |
The objective of the Youth Development official is to ensure that young Go players have as many opportunities as possible to pursue and enjoy their hobby. He/she will especially develop further opportunities for young Go players to meet and play in regional and national events and on the Internet. |
Paul Smith |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Grand Prix |
Organises the Youth Grand Prix |
Tony Atkins |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Representative - North East |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
VACANT | ||
| Youth Representative - Northern Ireland |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
Ian Davis |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Representative - Scotland |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
VACANT | ||
| Youth Representative - South West and South Wales |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
Neil Moffat |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Representative - Thames Valley |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
Tony Atkins |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Representative - West Midlands |
Co-ordinates contact with schools in a particular area, providing advice and help where needed. |
VACANT | ||
| Youth Teaching |
Organises online teaching sessions for promising junior players |
Roger Huyshe |
|
Email contact form |
| Youth Teaching Materials |
Produces teaching materials that are suitable for Youth players. |
Ian Davis |
|
Email contact form |
Represents the BGA on the Mind Sports Council (BGA plus English Chess Federation and English Bridge Union)