Games Tournament Oversight (GTO) Program
GTO Training and Application Information
A Games Tournament Oversight Officer (GTO) provides oversight at tournaments and multi-game weekends to ensure a fair and well-managed competitive event. The main duties of the GTO are to:
- oversee competition and tournament policies
- support officiating personnel and the tournament host
- manage sanctioning and score reporting
- act as a Skater advocate
- enforce grievance policies
The GTO is a required position for WFTDA-sanctioned tournaments.
GTOs can come from any background (skaters, officials, or other volunteers). During the event, their role is high-level oversight, and so they should not hold any additional roles. The GTO works with the tournament host, head officials, and teams to ensure that all tournament and sanctioning policies are followed. A good GTO is organized, experienced in tournament play and policies, and comfortable with conflict and problem resolution.
For more information on Games Tournament Oversight, contact bones@wftda.com.