AGA Board Discusses Reactions to “Tap” Proposal
Published on 1/30/2012
The American Go Association’s Board of Directors held a special meeting on January 21st to discuss reactions to the proposal to “tap” or tax players representing the AGA in certain international tournaments. The Board had previously authorized President Allan Abramson to implement a tap not greater than 30%, with the understanding that Abramson would solicit input before forming the final details, leaving the amount and whether to even assess a tap at all up to the President's discretion. Arguments were given both for and against the “tap.” The arguments against the “tap” included that it creates the impression that the AGA is "nickle and diming" players, or that the organization is "anti-strong players and pros"