It’s great when you’re able to make something that connects to a community you didn’t plan for it. The votes are subjective and it’s about personal taste, the jury member saw potential in your project! So be proud of it!
It’s quite a shame, I need to ask Simon if he can share some of the games at your event. I like to have a look through the games after a jam is over, I’ve been doing it for mine as it was hosted on itch. Got any favourites you can recommend? Also again, well done! Haha