In an event of this
nature, the success lies directly proportional to not only the
quality of the organization but also the quality of the
officials. Judges for the North East Open are hand selected.
Only the highest ranking, most experienced martial artists are
recruited. Each a Master or school owner and an expert in their
discipline. These top martial artists from throughout the
region, all have to sign a contract of commitment to the event,
give an oath to unbiased judging based on style or school and
participate in a pre-event meeting one month prior to the event.
These extraordinary prerequisites ultimately lead to the highest
quality of judging and the most well run martial arts
competition possible.
Last year each division was judged by a panel of different
martial artists, representing different style knowledge and
background. This diversity helped create a level playing field
for the competitors. Because each judge was a master in their
field as well as a seasoned martial artist, they had the ability
to judge based on technique rather than style.
This
year, we will need approximately fifty dedicated Masters and
School Owners, willing to give of their time, and contribute to
their martial arts community. Judges will be needed for both
Friday night and all day Saturday. Judges will be treated to a
catered lunch, be provided with an official judges shirt, and be
featured in the event program book as well as the event website.
All judges are scheduled ahead of time with specific rings,
divisions and break times. Thank you in advanced to anyone
willing to help in 2008!
