2 October 2009 - Successful judges conference in Ulsan, Korea

Successful Judges Conference in Ulsan, Korea Lausanne – 2 October 2009   Rocky Bester presenting archery sport presentation to judges    The 2nd Judge Conference in the present accreditation period for judges was held the two days following the 2009 World Archery Championships hosted in Ulsan by the Korean Archery Association.    Based on reports, input and FITA Judges' Committee initiative there was various items on the agenda, among them a sport presentation made by Rocky BESTER and Juan Carlos HOLGADO to update International Judges on the background work for media purpose at FITA events, and thereby create a better understanding among judges with regards to cooperating needs.   Furthermore, items on recent procedures and guidelines changes, news from Congress,  judges uniforms, jury appointments, committee chairpeople requirements, among other issues, made the conference lively and enlightening, according to feedback from the judges present.    The welcome speech by FITA Secretary General Mr Tom DIELEN and the input on para-archery from newly elected Para-Archery Committee member Carole HICKS were also highly appreciated.   Morten WILMANN FITA Judges' Committee Chairman