Andrei MIHAILESCU
Switzerland

Our first award goes to someone who typifies the definition of a suitable candidate: cheerful, outgoing, and helpful, with an enthusiasm for both the game of bridge and life in general, which is infectious. This candidate was nominated by players of several different nationalities. He has taken trouble to assist in improving things, both big and small, without being too critical. He speaks several languages, and has been one of the most helpful people in the Camp. He participates fully in the activities but has also found time to write articles for the Daily Bulletin, and clean up the room at the end of play. Aged 23, he is studying medicine at the University of Lausanne. We welcome Andrei Mihailescu of Switzerland.

Henrik RON
Denmark

Our next candidate is a veteran of the Camps and this is not the first time he has been nominated. His serious and sometimes cynical demeanor hides a great sense of humour and a deep commitment to junior bridge. He knows instinctively where to draw the line between sensible behavior and youthful high spirits. He is highly respected by the other participants. He is a fine player and his contributions to the organization has been of great value. He helped greatly in the promotion of this first World Junior Camp and has already indicated his willingness to work for juniors when too old to be a participant. Aged 25, he is studying maths and computer science at the University of Århus. Congratulations, Henrik Røn of Denmark.

Tony SETO
USA

The biggest group at this camp is from North America. Newcomers take time to fit in with the right spirit of the Camp. Here co-operation is much more important than competition. However, one player seemed at once to suit the Camp. An outgoing, friendly and open nature immediately tells you he is that rarity, a completely genuine person. He is a very suitable candidate to be the first from outside Europe to win a WBF Youth Award. Although not a leading player, he has a reputation back home for helping younger players in his District, as well as for his general contribution to the community - and we are expecting more from him when we organize a Camp in North America. He has represented his college at swimming and water polo. Aged 23, he is a Sociology graduate from the University of Santa Barbara in California. We are speaking of Tony Seto of the USA.

Shelley UNGER
Austria

Our final candidate has been to three Camps, and has grown each time closer to the spirit we seek to recognize with this award. More nominations were received for this person than any other. Friendly and ever cheerful, this candidate has been particularly helpful to some of the shyest members of the Camp: finding them partners, answering their questions, and encouraging them to participate and learn. Back home there are many young players who have benefited from her advice and half-a-dozen are here to prove her record of success. She has also assisted in organizing the social activities at the Camp. Aged 21, she is the youngest of our candidates. Austria can be proud of Shelley Unger.