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Meet The ESA Team

The English Subbuteo Association is run entirely by volunteers who are passionate about the game and the community. Our board members give their time, energy, and expertise to help grow the sport at every level, from running events to supporting clubs and keeping the ESA moving forward. Get to know the people working behind the scenes, what they do for the ESA, and why they care about Subbuteo as much as you do.

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Alan Lee

Chairman

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Simon Goodman

General Secretary

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Gianluca Zucchelli

Commercial Director

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Peter Holmes

Head Of Brand

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Kye Arnold

Tournament Director

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I got into Subbuteo at around 10 years old after it was pulled out of the attic for Christmas one year, joined the local club and have been playing and attending tournaments ever since! Within the ESA I help with the organisation and running of tournaments, from fixtures to scheduling. In my spare time I like to play and create strategy-based video games, which is sometimes reflected in when I’m doing a Team Event matchup sheet!

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"I volunteer for the ESA to contribute to the scene in the way I know best, and to give extra assurance that everyone will enjoy the day"

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Sam Curtis

Youth Development

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Bob Varney

Vice Chairman & Head of England Team

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Benjamin Staples

Welfare Officer

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Tim Bowen

Treasurer

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Stewart Grant

Communications Director

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Terry Arnold

Development Officer

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Simon Bodily

Website Editor

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I look after the ESA website, keeping it up to date with events, results, and anything else the community might need. Like many, I got back into Subbuteo later in life and soon found myself involved behind the scenes. I don’t see myself as an expert, just someone who wants to help make the game more accessible, better organised, and more visible. Whether it’s writing a news post, building a new page, or promoting the latest tournament, I’m happy to do my bit to support the hobby I love.

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“I volunteer for the ESA because I love the game and the people in it. It’s not just about flicking plastic players, it’s about building a community that lasts.”

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