MU-SPGO - Melbourne University Students Playing Go

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Update of Beginners' Night

Wow! Thankyou to everyone who came and we hope you've had as much fun as we did!

The evening started precisely at four with plenty of people meandering in as boards and stones were laid out. Spotting students curiously peeking in, they were hurriedly encouraged inside to join the fun. It wasn't long before enthusiastic players dived into play, taking up both sides of the Cornish Graham rooms. Meanwhile the food table was also being set up; with bread wraps, savoury dips, marshmallows and sweets, chips, and drinks. The dips were quite a firm favourite, disappearing quickly by the time yours truly had to leave for a tutorial. I had to miss the middle hour, but heard that our resident tournament director had a demonstration of life and death situations and some strategy play. If you've enjoyed the demonstration and wish to leave some feedback, let us know =).
The evening picked up with lively conversation, there were groups of teaching games, and others who preferred one-on-one. Most of the pizza was gone, over 10 boxes!
When the evening finally ends, there were still many students playing till the end, so we took a group photo =D

Thankyou again to everyone who came, it's very much appreciated. It was lovely to see some outside players including several from the local highschool who are unable to make it to our weekly meetings. To those who missed it, don't fear, there are plenty of events coming up.
Our annual tournament is due to take place mid-easter, please email us to register! It's free to members with some awesome cool prizes, and pride of victory!
Also don't forget to sign up for the NEC Cup!








Friday, March 20, 2009

Upcoming Events

Hello club members and lovely people,
As everyone has been settling well into uni life it's time to kick off some awesome go-related events and activities. Your SPGO committee members have been tremendously hard at work (so be sure to give them a hug!), so keep reading!

Beginners' Night
Tuesday 24th March, 4-7pm, Union House-rooms Cornish Graham A+B
Everyone is welcomed to this completely FREE (with awesome FREE FOOD) and casual fun-filled evening. Join us for teaching games, life and death demonstrations and strategy tips, and meet your fellow go enthusiasts. It is also the day after our President's Birthday, so you know there will be a celebration involved ;)

NEC Cup Go Tournament
The NEC Cup is a highly prestigious annual event hosted by the Melbourne Go Club. It is opened to players of all ranks, so do consider signing up and competing! This year it will be attended by Mr Kawamura from the Nihon Ki-in.
It takes place during Easter break 18th and 19th April at Vibe Savoy Hotel on Collins Street and has a $40 entry fee. SPGO will be there covering the event and we would be delighted to cheer on club members! Join in and get your picture taken! If you're interested in signing up, talk to a committee member or contact Brad directly. If you are entering the tourney, do tell us so we can support you! For more information please contact us or read this .

SPGO Tournament
How can we forget our very own annual Tournament? Well, we didn't! Details will be finalised so keep a close watch! It will be fun and exciting and FREE to our club members. Speak to a committee member if you wish to put your name down for the tournament.

KGS Round Robin Club Match
For those who play go online at kgs.kiseido.com, you may be interested in joining up for team matches against Aussie players in other cities. It'll be interesting to have a core Melbourne group. For more information, speak to Aguido on KGS at the Australia Room.

That's the news for now. Plenty to look forward to!
Our tournament director is also in the middle of planning an ultra-secret activity for our weekly meetings. So be sure to show up!
See you monday.
Shamim
(Publicity Director)

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Photos: O week!

Hello dear members,
Here are some photos from O week!











Please remember, Beginners' Night is next week:- Tuesday 24th March, 4-7pm, at Union House lvl 2 Cornish Graham A+B. Everyone welcomed, and free food available!

cheers
Shamim
(Publicity Director)

Friday, March 06, 2009

Beginners' Night

Hey awesome members and go players!
This is an update on the much anticipated upcoming event:- Beginners' Night!
This casual evening will be fun and friendly, introducing new players and anyone interested to the game of Go as well as other members of SPGO. Come meet new friends and and play!

It's free and catered, bring everyone!
There will be also be life and death demonstrations, strategy tips, and teaching games.

Info:
March 24th (Tuesday), 4-7pm.
Union House, Rooms Graham Cornish A + B

Make a note in your calender and don't miss it.
See you all there =)

cheers
Shamim
(Publicity Director)