Calling the Director

November 2007 CALLING THE DIRECTOR

One of the Director’s functions is to sort out or clarify any apparent anomalies or infringements that occur. However I am aware that some players are reticent about calling the Director because they assume that their action is tantamount to an accusation of cheating or deliberate malpractice. Others assume that an opponent, when calling, is about to make such an accusation. In practice it is a request to restore equity and should not be considered as anything stronger than that.

To avoid calling, some players attempt to sort out the problem themselves but they should consider the following points:

(a) The Director's ruling is unbiased.

(b) It gives the Director experience and added confidence in his or her ability to deal with such situations.

(c) If necessary he or she can consult with other Directors to ensure that the decision is as fair as possible.