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GP Side Event

GP Pittsburgh Legacy SE Report

April 12, 2017September 1, 2017 | matthewmw64

Nataniel shares a great look at his first time running a large Competitive REl Side Event at a GP. Great to read if you're going to be in the same position in the near future.

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Tagged Nataniel Bael
GP Side Event

“You are Not Prepared.”

March 22, 2017March 22, 2017 | matthewmw64

Alfred brings us a different look at running tournaments from the perspective of "compassion" for players and judges. Very well written, and will definitely have you thinking about your next event differently.

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Tagged Alfred Dziewit
Preliminary Pro Tour Qualifier, Standard, Uncategorized

Tournament Report: PPTQ Nashville @ Montpellier, France

February 9, 2017 | matthewmw64

Tomas brings us an interesting look at a recent PPTQ. He has some interesting ruminations on some of his ruling, and a very interesting look at he interaction (or lack thereof) between Lost Legacy and Torrential Gearhulk that definitely worth keeping in mind for your next standard event.

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Tagged Tomas Ornowski
Grand Prix Trial, Regional Pro Tour Qualifier

An Investigation or Two…

February 1, 2017February 1, 2017 | matthewmw64

Have you ever attempted an investigation when a language barrier is present? Read Sophie Hughes' report and learn to look at investigations from a different perspective. Her empathic approach to judging will leave you with some valuable insights for your next big event.

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Tagged Sophie Hughes
Modern, SCG Invitational Qualifier

Lessons from a Super IQ

December 29, 2016February 23, 2017 | matthewmw64

Michael Mapson faced some interesting scenarios at a SCG Super IQ at Stomping Grounds Games. Read this report to learn how he handled cases of tardiness and misheard slurs at the tournament! His insights on IPG application will leave you better prepared for your next big event.

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Tagged Michael Mapson
Preliminary Pro Tour Qualifier

What is Remorse?

July 27, 2016July 27, 2016 | matthewmw64

What does it mean to have "no remorse"? Join Austin Whitehead as he explores deeply into Unsporting Conduct - Major. After that, please join in the discussion in the JudgeApps forums!

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Tagged Austin Whitehead
Modern, SCG Invitational Qualifier

Star City Modern IQ – I’m Not Sorry (Unless I Am)

July 13, 2016July 13, 2016 | matthewmw64

Scott Markwart learned some valuable lessons from a SCG IQ he judged, most notably about when to apologize and when you shouldn't be. Read all about it from this great report!

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Tagged Scott Markwart
Competitive REL, Standard

ARG Circuit Series St. Louis Tournament Report (6/12/16) – A Different Look

June 29, 2016 | matthewmw64

Ian Doty gives us a fascinating look at an event from the eyes of a newly minted Level 1 judge. In this report, we read about his preparations for the tournaments, the calls he got, and the mistake he made, and some great advice on what to do after making a mistake.

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Tagged Ian Doty
Grand Prix, Limited

Grand Prix Las Vegas 2015

June 15, 2016June 16, 2016 | matthewmw64

Around this time last year was the amazing Modern Masters Weekend! Ken Nichols goes over his experience at GP Las Vegas with an in-depth report with lots of great stories and important lessons from the floor and off.

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Tagged Ken Nichols
Grand Prix, Pro Tour

GP Barcelona and PT Madrid – a Dual Report

June 9, 2016June 9, 2016 | matthewmw64

Dustin De Leeuw had very interesting back to back weekends, having judged both GP Barcelona and PT Shadows over Innistrad. In this dual tournament report, he highlights the best parts of the events and shares the notable differences between judging a Pro Tour and a GP.

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Tagged Dustin De Leeuw

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