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INAF Lifetime Achievement Award

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Overview

INAF Lifetime Achievement Award

Overview: Each year, the INAF Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made lasting impacts on the culture and sport of Go throughout North America, celebrating their dedication and contributions to the Go community.

Geographic Scope: North America

Focus Areas:

  • Leadership and contributions to Go community

  • Advancement of Go culture and sport

  • Community building and organizational contributions

  • Support for youth participation in Go

  • Professional development of Go in North America

    • Eligibility: Individuals who have made lasting impacts on the culture and sport of Go throughout North America

    Background: The award recognizes exceptional individuals in the Go community. Past recipients include:

  • 2025: Andrew Okun - Former AGA President, helped develop professional Go in North America, served as Anti-Doping Officer for International Go Federation

  • 2024: Sam Zimmerman - Baltimore Go community leader, created first software for remote Go play (Tele-Tsuke in 1986), directed multiple U.S. Go Congresses

  • 2023: Terry Benson - Long-time AGA president and founder, raised and distributed over $900,000 to promote youth participation in Go

    • Contact: Available through inaf-go.org website

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Nominations are accepted for the INAF Lifetime Achievement Award. Specific nomination procedures and deadlines should be verified on the organization's website or by contacting INAF directly, as detailed submission requirements are not provided in the available content.

    Note: Recent posts indicate "Nominations Open: The INAF Lifetime Achievement Award" and "2025 INAF Lifetime Achievement Award Nomination Call" suggesting a formal nomination process exists.

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