I had a great time at the U.S. Go Congress this year. I ran into many Go Discussions members, and even had a game in the U.S. Open with one of them. The big surprise of the week for me was when I came in 3rd in my band in the main event, which was the 11k - 12k band. I didn't expect this at all. I got a really nice plaque. They chose nice awards this year, so it was a really good year to win a prize. The plaques were green marble with gold lettering. The first place plaques were huge and even the third place plaques were a good size.
New ratings have not been run yet. I was -11.7 when I started the Congress and I don't expect to break into 10k based on my performance, but I am hoping to get a couple tenths of a point out of this.
I am considering joining the Shodan challenge for 10k next year, so I secretly hope that I don't make 10k before it is time to declair my intentions for the challenge. One stone I can do, but if I make it to 10k in the next ratings update I could never make it to 5k by the next congress, so it would not make sense to join the challenge.
I can't wait for the new ratings to come out.
The next event on my go calendar is going to be the Philadelphia Fall Open in late September.
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Aww. I think you should join anyway. There isn't a punishment for not making your goal, and it can be a great experience. Besides I don't think 5kyu in a year is a stretch for anyone choosing to actively study.
We'll be waiting for you here in Portland!
hello hello go friend
my name is michal kris
and i am 5k on kgs (but i do beat 3k and 2k) i think i can help you get better
i know you have learnd with some of the best english speaker teachers
stil i might be able to help you
for free of course
please email me at mkris@zahav.net.il
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