The finalists for the National Bingo Game Caller of the Year have been announced! The eagerly anticipated event, sponsored by the National Bingo Game, will be held at Mecca Bingo Wakefield on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Over 200 callers across the UK entered the prestigious competition, but now only seven finalists remain, with one set to be crowned the 2024 National Bingo Game Caller of the Year.
Hotly contested and hugely popular qualifying rounds took place in bingo halls up and down the country. Contestants were judged on their knowledge of the beautiful game of bingo, showmanship, and calling skills.
The judging panel for the final will include Miles Baron, CEO of The Bingo Association, Benj Maycock, the 2022 National Bingo Game Caller of the Year winner, and a third judge yet to be announced.
The caller who emerges victorious will receive a trophy and a cash prize of £1,000, along with the honour of representing the land-based retail Bingo industry and the National Bingo Game as an ambassador for the next two years.
Meanwhile, no finalist goes home empty-handed. All runners-up will receive a trophy and a cool £500.
This year’s finalists are:
- Anton Fletcher from Castle Bingo Bootle
- Debra Phillips from Castle Bingo Merthyr Tydfil
- Gary Wilson from Bingo Plus
- Issy-Mae Hunt Live Bingo Host, Buzz Bingo
- Kara Smith from Club 3000 Bingo in Ipswich
- Kelly Horton from Mecca Bingo, Brierley Hill
- Tim Dobson from Club 3000 Bingo in Blackpool
A new champion is crowned: Benj Maycock from @MeccaWednesbury wins National Bingo Caller of the Year 2022 #bingo #bingocaller #calleroftheyear #COTY22https://t.co/mpJ144SXtp pic.twitter.com/FI7PKWvER6
— National Bingo (@nationalbingo) November 15, 2022
Showcasing Callers’ Talents
Reigning champion Benj Maycock, also known as BingooBenj, could not hide his excitement about judging this year’s competition. Reflecting on his own win, Maycock said:
“Performing my rap and winning the National Bingo Game title was an unforgettable experience. Representing the industry over the last two years has been incredible, from appearing on ITV’s This Morning to attending events at the House of Commons, where I highlighted the social and community benefits of bingo. I wish the next winner the best of luck and look forward to seeing them embrace their ambassador role. I can’t wait to see the talent and be a judge on the day.”
Miles Baron, CEO of The Bingo Association, added:
“The National Bingo Game Caller of the Year competition is a celebration of the talent, dedication, and skill of bingo callers, who are such an important part of the bingo experience. The 2024 competition has brought the industry together again for a fantastic event. It’s a chance to showcase the fun and joy that bingo callers bring to players and celebrate our wonderful community. We’re all excited to crown this year’s champion on November 17!
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