Paul Celmer defeated write-in candidate Barack Obama to win the election for the Eastern Region seat on the American Go Association Board of Directors. Martin Lebl and Chris Kirschner, both unopposed, won in the Central and Western regions, respectively. Congratulating all three, AGA President Andy Okun thanked Kirchner and Celmer "for their willingness to continue serving the American go community" and extended "a very special welcome to Martin, whose enthusiasm, good humor and organizing skills will make him an exciting addition to the Board."