Over the last couple of weeks, two of Kent’s very own judges have undertaken practical on-field assessments as part of their official upgrade journey through the Archery GB Judging pathway.
For those who might not be aware, there are four domestic judging grades in the UK. Each step up the ladder brings new responsibilities, deeper expertise, and greater opportunities to lead major events:
- 1. Candidate: The starting level. Pull on the uniform, show up, gain valuable on-field experience, and help judge events alongside qualified officials.
- 2. County: Represents the first fully qualified, official tier in the Archery GB judging pathway.
- 3. Regional: This is where things get really interesting! As a Regional judge, you can step up as the Judge in Charge of Record Status tournaments (that do not include head-to-head matches).
- 4. National: The highest domestic level. On top of overseeing Record Status tournaments with head-to-head matches, National judges can be appointed as the Judge in Charge of major national events.
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news regarding two of our local officials moving up these ranks.
Congratulations to Erin Barkway – Now a Regional Judge!
A few weeks back, Erin Barkway travelled to Waterside Archers in Hampshire, where she successfully passed her practical assessment to become a Regional Judge.
This is a brilliant milestone in Erin’s judging career. If you are a Tournament Organiser planning an upcoming shoot and need a Chair of Judges or a reliable official for your field party, please consider reaching out to Erin for the role!
Congratulations to Marc Carroll – Now a County Judge!
The success didn’t stop there. This past weekend, our very own County President, Marc Carroll, took his next official step on the field and successfully passed his assessment to become a fully qualified County Judge.
Balancing committee duties with official training is no small feat, and we are incredibly proud to see Marc expanding his credentials out on the shooting line.
Want to Get Involved?
Our sport quite literally cannot run without the dedication of our judges. It is a highly rewarding way to stay involved in archery, see the sport from a new perspective, and support your fellow archers.
If anyone wants to know more about how to get started as a Candidate judge, or if you are interested in a taster day, please get in touch with us!
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