I want to express my appreciation for the excellent checker tournament you, Missouri, and (Joe and Jeannie McDaniel) hosted in 2014.  It, no doubt, was the checker event of the year, not to mention the Grandmaster talent and prize money.  I thank you personally and on behalf of North Carolina Checker Association and its members for your generous support and effort to preserve our Grand Ole Game of Checkers.  It has not gone un-noticed. 

I enjoyed the renewal of checker friendships, top-notch competition, and all the fun.  Ozark Valley Inn was a comfortable stay and offered a nice venue for the tournament.  We look forward to attending your Missouri Mixer in June 19^th – 21^st 2015.