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Contributors
Al Lawrence Edwin Sasaki
(USCF History, p. 10, and Looks at Books, p. 16) (Chess Clubs, p. 32) is a research attorney at
served as both USCF and World Chess Hall of Fame Fresno Superior Court and a former vice president
executive director. His latest book, with Lev Alburt, of the Fresno Chess Club.
is Chess Training Pocket Book II.
Irwin Fisk
FM Alex Betaneli (Interview, p. 36) is the secretary and vice president
(SuperNationals IV, p. 20) is is a three time of the International Chess Institute of the Midwest and
Wisconsin state champion. In his spare time he a long time freelance writer whose works have appeared,
enjoys coaching chess, playing tennis, and reading. in addition to Chess Life, in Writers Digest and the
Los Angeles Times.
Bob Rasmussen
(Chess Clubs, p. 32) is president of the Fresno Chess Club,
a former small town mayor and a retired business owner.
June on uschess.org
National Open Coverage
During the National Open (June 5-7) in Las Vegas, look for reports by Jennifer Shahade from the new tournament site, the
South Point Hotel. The event features $70,000 in guaranteed prizes and a G/10 Championship on June 4.
NEW ON CLO!
World Open Warmup
Find uschess.org blogs and stories from the Philadelphia
International (June 25 29) including thoughts from FM
The U.S. Chess Scoop
Todd Andrews. The international is just before the World
Open, giving masters a chance to shoot for norms and
practice for the big money event.
New York International

Summer norm hunting begins
for players over 2200 at the
Check out the U.S. Chess Scoop, Marshall Chess Club June 19 23,
a new video feature on Chess Life with a $10,000 guaranteed prize
Online featuring tournament fund. Look for games and results
highlights, chess puzzles and recaps. on Chess Life Online.
Hosted by web editor Jennifer Shahade.
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June Chess Life
Columns
20 | COVER STORY
SuperNationals IV
By FM Alex Betaneli
12 CHESS TO ENJOY
An astronaut and two

Luck Be A Lady To Mate
By GM Andy Soltis
world champions (one
14 SOLITAIRE CHESS a certain Russian
Marshalling Marshall presidential
By Bruce Pandolfini candidate) came
to Nashville among
other chess stars
16 LOOKS AT BOOKS
to help make the
Connecting Blindfold
SuperNationals IV
Play to the Chess
By Al Lawrence
Mainstream an electrifying success
for over 5,200 scholastic
19 WHATS THE BEST MOVE? chess players.
26th Super Tournament
By GM Larry Evans
in Spain
30 | SCHOLASTICS
46 BACK TO BASICS
2009 Trophies Plus
All-America Team
Our annual spotlight
Tenacity Rewarded
By GM Lev Alburt
on Americas top
48 ENDGAME LAB scholasatic players.
Anand in Linares
By GM Pal Benko
32 | CHESS CLUBS
Departments
Blueprint For Success:
Eight Ways to Grow
Your Chess Club
By Bob Rasmussen &
Edwin Sasaki
3 PREVIEW
6 COUNTERPLAY Using basic business
principles, you too can
grow your local
8 FIRST MOVES
10 USCF HISTORY chess club.
11 USCF AFFAIRS
52 TOURNAMENT LIFE 36 | INTERVIEW
Karpov on Fischer
By Irwin Fisk
70 CLASSIFIEDS
Seven time World

71 SOLUTIONS
Champion Anatoly
Karpov, while in
Chicago for the Chess
for Peace tournament,
gives Chess Life some
behind the scenes glimpses
of Soviet preparations
for the Fischer Spassky
1972 championship
On The Cover match, the Soviet reaction
Garry Kasparov looking regal, to Spasskys defeat,
as befits perhaps the greatest Karpovs own quest to
player of all time. Kasparov play Fischer, and
ultimately their
created quite a stir at the 2009
face to face meeting.
SuperNationals IV, one of the
largest chess tournaments in
PHOTO: MARK MOSRIE
history. Also pictured are some

of the pre tournament favorites,
40 | 2009 ELECTION
identified on page 20. USCF Executive

Photos: Mark Mosrie
Board Candidate
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WORKSHOPS
USCF awards luncheon on August 8 at noon.
See Tournament Life Nationals on page 53 for complete information.

Counterplay
We will study the problem duce any benefits over a reasonable bal Michigan, a small town surrounded by
Can Chess Life be persuaded to distin anced diet. Focusing on special diets for Detroit. I have no idea where Phil learned
guish between problems and studies? special effects produces tons of placebo to play chess so well. My understanding,
Pretty well every other chess magazine based pseudoscientific anecdotes, many however, is that he either won or scored
does! The Russians, who ought to know, cited in the article, but essentially high in a U.S. Junior Championship tour
use for mate in n and for amounts to playing mind games. ney, and that he came in third in the
win and draw stipulations. In French: You guys should concentrate on chess 1949 U.S. Open won by Al Sandrin. Phil
problme and tude; German: Problem and leave dubious nutrition to the new did not play in the 1950 U.S. Open here
and Studie. The generic term is chess age quacks. in Detroit won by Arthur Bisguier.
composition. Thats my sole complaint But I still, after all these years, read and Phil must have had high regard for the
about Chess Life! enjoy your magazine. USCF considering the size of his bequest
John Roycroft
London, United Kingdom Dr. Marvin Schissel and the effort required to prepare a will
via e-mail and trust. I would think Phils chess play
Mr. Roycroft founded the endgame study ing days were a happy time in his life.
magazine EG in 1965 and is still one of Our admittedly unscientific observation Norman L. Zemke
that magazines editors. More information of the average tournament hall is that the Birmingham, Michigan
is at www.arves.org. ~ed. typical chess player knows not a whit

about nutrition. Combine this lack of knowl Boola Boola
edge with the usual difficulties of obtaining After reading the March 2009 Chess
Food for thought
healthy food at most tournament sites, Life, there is a statement on p. 30 In Dr.
I am a long time subscriber, starting in
and we identified a problem we thought we Alexey Roots article [Can Anyone Beat
the early 1940s, when you were called
could help our readers address. Does it These Guys?] that I would like to correct.
Chess Review. At my age today I some
really hurt a player who is eating candy She wrote, an unprecedented four teams
times let things slide, and I didnt get to
bars and fatty, salty snacks during a tour were from one institution.
Chess Life for several months. And now
nament to read about a balance between While this is impressive, it is not
I have just read an article that I find
proteins and carbohydrates? unprecedented. As a proud member of the
mediocre and pathetically out of place:
We were simply offering some basic Brooklyn College chess team we sent five
The Grandmaster Diet from the Decem
information so that our readers could start teams to Providence, Rhode Island in
ber 2008 issue.
thinking perhaps there is a better way 1986. The following year we sent four
Most of common knowledge about
and possibly improve their rating at the teams to Columbus. I remember 14 of
nutrition is complete nonsense. The arti
same time. It also allowed us to create a our 16 members meeting at the campus
cles author falls into the trap of repeating
cool cover! ~ed. to leave at the stroke of midnight, Christ
copious assertions gleaned from com
mon knowledge, the media, and mas Eve, to make the 13 hour journey in
a van. Although we never won first out
self styled nutritionists and their books Phil LeCornu
and media appearances. But very little right, we won many class prizes. I strongly
I was pleased to read Tim Redman's
from science. As one of many examples, encourage college chess for everyone.
remembrance of Phil LeCornu in the April
the author talks of a balance between 2009 issue of Chess Life not only because Sammy Pam
life member
proteins and carbohydrates, evidently of the bequest Phil left to USCF, but also Brooklyn, New York
unaware that the body can, if needed, because I had a casual acquaintance with
produce carbohydrates from proteins (and him from about 1950 to 1960.
from fats: the body can interconvert and Tims description of him is accurate. Chess Life welcomes letters from its
utilize these nutrients as needed.) Phil was a smiling, charming young man readers. Letters are subject to editing
There is no valid scientific evidence of wit and intelligence. My belief is he for content and length. Send your let
that specific foods and supplements pro was born and raised in Highland Park, ters to [email protected], and
include your full name and a tele
phone number.
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First Moves
Kosteniuk Simul Benefits USCT

was a fund raiser to benefit the U.S. honor GM Alexandra Kosteniuk opened a
Chess Trust (USCT), a 501(c)3 organiza question and answer session. Most par
tion that promotes chess in the United ents asked questions about how to help
States of America. The focus of this activ their children become better chess play
ity, hosted by the British International ers, and the kids questions varied: What
School of New York, was promoting chess is your favorite chess piece? How many
in a positive way and inspiring young, people have you beaten? What is your
talented chess players to continue train favorite chess book? When did you start
ing and working hard to become better to play chess? Alexandra was very friendly
chess players. and responded to all the questions in a
The event started with an introduction thoughtful way.
by Ms. Abigail Greystoke, Director of The simul lasted a little more than two
Strategic Planning at the British Interna hours and ended with two players, Dr.
tional School of New York, and further Leroy Dubeck and Alexis Paredes, claim
presentations from past USCF president ing draws in positions that actually
and event organizer Beatriz Marinello. looked better for them. If you wish to
USCT trustee and past USCF president view and replay the games go to the New
Dr. Leroy Dubeck also spoke on behalf of York City Event Live Games Blog at
Womens World Champion GM Alexandra
Kosteniuk in New York City the Trust, as did USCF Managing Direc www.uschesstrust.com/2009/03/21/
tor Barbara DeMaro. David MacEnulty, a new york city event live games blog/.
ON SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2009, New York City chess teacher whose real Event photos can be found at Chess Life
Womens World Chess Champion life story was made into the movie, Online, uschess.org, Kosteniuk Simuls:
Alexandra Kosteniuk played 20 boards Knights of the South Bronx, also spoke. From New York to Nashville in the March
in a simultaneous exhibition. This event Following the presentation, our guest of archives. Also see uschesstrust.com.
Robson Named Samford Fellow

United States with this title. His first Arthur Bisguier and IM John Donald
major tournament victory was the 2008 son. The winner's potential was
Miami Open and he then tied for first in determined based on his chess talent,
the Florida State Championship. He has work ethic, dedication and accomplish
defeated many international grandmasters ments. The Fellowship is administered by
(GMs) and is working toward that title the U.S. Chess Trust with valuable serv
himself now. ices provided by Barbara DeMaro.
Robsons trainer has been GM Alexan The purpose of the Samford Fellowship
der Onischuk. Because of financial is to identify and assist the best young
constraints the lessons have been mostly American chessmasters by providing top
ROBSON COURTESY OF MONROI.COM; KOSTENIUK BY DIEGO GARCES

by telephone. With funding provided by level coaching, strong competition and
the Samford Fellowship the training can access to study materials. The Fellowship
now be substantially increased and con also provides a monthly stipend for living
ducted face to face. Travel to strong expenses so that the winners may devote
foreign tournaments and other assis themselves entirely to chess without hav
tance will now also be possible. ing financial worries.
The Samford is the richest and most Since its inception the Samford Fel
important chess fellowship in the United lowship has proven very successful.
States, providing brilliant young Ameri Several of the Fellows have become GMs
IM Ray Robson can chessmasters the support and and a few have won the U.S. chess cham
U S Ch i hi Af h GM?
resources necessary to enhance their pionship and played on the U.S. team in
IM RAY ROBSON OF LARGO, FLORIDA, skills and reach their full potential. The the chess Olympiad.
age 14, has been awarded the 24th Frank total value of the Fellowship is approxi Generous contributions from Mrs. Vir
P. Samford, Jr. Chess Fellowship. Ray is mately $36,000 per year. The prize is ginia Samford and Torchmark Corporation
home schooled and is able to devote four awarded for one year, beginning July 1, support the Fellowship. The Samford Fel
or more hours per day to chess study. 2009, and is renewable for a second year. lowship is a fitting memorial to an
Ray has been playing chess since the The winner was chosen by the Samford extraordinary man. The dedication, cre
age of three and entered his first tourna Fellowship Committee, consisting of ativity and achievement that marked Mr.
ment when he was seven. He reached the Frank P. Samford III (son of Samford Frank P. Samford, Jr.'s life are examples
international master level when he was 13 Fellowship founder Frank P. Samford, for all chessplayers to admire and emulate.
and is currently the youngest player in the Jr.), former U.S. Chess Champion GM More information is on uschess.org.

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USCF History
That Championship Decade

USCFS 6TH DECADE: 1989-1998
s the world celebrated the fall of the Berlin Wall, symbol of the
longstanding Cold War that had chilled events both on and off
A the board, USCF celebrated its 50th anniversary under Presi

dent Harold Winston and began a decade of international
victories and spectacular events.
The U.S. hadnt seen a world chess championship since Steinitz
Zukertort in 1886. But in USCFs sixth decade, America staged two
of Garry Kasparovs media captivating title defenses, with USCF
acting as host and concessionaire. In 1990, movie and music mogul
Ted Field sponsored the first half of Kasparov Karpov IV in mid town
Manhattan. In 1995 the Intel Corporation brought the Professional
Chess Association championship, Kasparov Anand, to the top of the
World Trade Center.
The decade had opened with a media event, when 14 year old Gata
Kamsky, the youngest player in the 1989 New York Open interna
tional section, defected from the Soviet Union. Kamskys move from
St. Petersburg to Brooklyn stole attention from homegrown hero John
Fedorowicz, who cut through the field of 47 grandmasters and 27
international masters including all three Polgars to take first
place. The event was organizer Jos Cuchis seventh New York Open.
Cuchi had brought chess greats from around the world to the U.S.,
even before the Berlin Walls breach.
Don Maddox, Boris Baczynskyj, and Julie Desch appeared on Chess
Lifes masthead before USCF found a long term editor in Glenn
Petersen of New Jersey in 1990. That same year, Yasser Seirawan,
Boris Gulko, Larry Christiansen, Joel Benjamin, John Fedorowicz,
Nick deFirmian, and captain John Donaldson brought home the sil
ver from the Novi Sad Olympiad. In 1991, three generations of
Collins Kids including Bill Lombardy, John Litvinchuk, and Sal
Matera won the U.S. Amateur Team East as their teacher John
Collins was named USCFs chess teacher of the century. USCF Pres
ident Max Dlugy brought Garry Kasparov to the 1991 U.S. Open in
Los Angeles, where Dlugy attended meetings while playing in the U.S.
Championship. Kamsky, then 17, won the event to become the
youngest U.S. champion since Bobby Fischer. In 1993 New Jerseyan
Searching for Bobby Fischer gave chessand the USCFworldwide exposure.
Denis Barry was elected president. Kamsky, Alex Yermolinsky,
Gulko, Gregory Kaidanov, Benjamin, and Christiansen, again cap
tained by Donaldson, won gold at the World Team in Lucerne.
From 1992 1996, five annual U.S. Chessathons, featuring the
Trivia worlds best players giving simuls to school kids, kept chess in the
mainstream media and drew sponsors. The 1994 event alone captured
an audience of 450,000 since it was held in Grand Central Station.
In mid decade Kamsky advanced simultaneously in both the PCA
In 1996 GM Joel Benjamin set the record for the most
and FIDE cycles, eventually losing the PCA finals to Anand and the
appearances (15) in the U.S. Championship. He later
FIDE title match to Anatoly Karpov.
stretched this to 22!
In 1996, at the U.S. Open in Alexandria, Virginia, Floridian Don
Schultz became president, and I ended my 15 years with USCF. Dur
Many of the chess props in the 1993 film Searching for
ing that time, the USCF team had built its membership to more than
Bobby Fischer were borrowed artifacts from the U.S.
84,000, enlisted new corporate sponsors, and set aside two million dol
Chess Hall of Fame, then in USCFs office building in New
lars in assets to offset its obligation to life members. I was proud that
Windsor. As a result, USCFs logo appears on chess clocks
during my time as executive director, no USCF annual financial report

and wall charts throughout the film.
Steve Martin and Rick Moranis bought a chess clock at had reflected a loss.
USCFs onsite concession at the 1990 New York City World In 1997 the first SuperNationals, combining various grade level
Championship. Moranis reacted with mock dismay when he scholastic championships, was held in Knoxville, Tennessee. As
was told it wasnt a checkers match. our sixth decade closed, Michael Cavallo took over as executive
director, and FIDE scheduled yet another world championship to take
place in the U.S. .
USCF Affairs June
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2008 Membership Appreciation
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Program (MAP) Winners
It is with great pleasure that the USCF announces
the winners of the 2008 MAP:
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Paperclip Pairings of Brownsville, Texas has won the Life Magazine, Downloadable Files. Chess Life for Kids .pdf files dat
Grand Prize
Grand Prize by submitting 998 memberships. They ing to October 2008 are available at Chess Life for Kids,
will receive a free half page tournament or club ad Downloadable Files.
in Chess Life. They have also won overall in the
Scholastic/Youth prize category by submitting 934
Tim Just, the chair of the USCF tournament director certification
Learn how to use SwissSys
scholastic/youth memberships. They will receive a
one year gold affiliate status and a plaque. Contact committee, has created three online videos showing how to use the
information is: [email protected], Remy Ferrari; or SwissSys pairings program and how to submit rating reports online to
[email protected], James Houghtaling, Jr. the USCF: http://the80 20td.com/ and see the FREE How To Videos.
Mark Schein and Aviv Friedman, in cooperation with the U.S. Chess
Schein Friedman Scholarship Details
Maine Association of Chess Coaches of Guilford,
Small State Category
Maine has won first place in the Small State cate Trust, are happy to announce their second annual scholastic recogni
gory by submitting 157 memberships. They will tion project.
receive a commemorative plaque. Contact infor The project is designed to help some of our younger champions con
mation is: [email protected], Kathy Richards. tinue to improve and dedicate themselves to chess while offsetting some
of the financial expense. The project is designed to reward some top
rated youngsters, and help them become tomorrows best players
Jersey Shore High School Chess League of Lincroft,
Regular Category
and eventual grandmasters. These youngsters will be serving as role
New Jersey has won first place in the Regular cat models and inspiration to the entire scholastic community.
egory by submitting 170 memberships. They will
receive a commemorative plaque and one year gold The program is generally designed for youngsters age 7 17. Occasion
affiliate status. Contact information is: ally, in cases of unusual excellence (considerably exceeding the
[email protected], John Bartlett. programs criterions), applications by players up to age 20 would be
considered, but in a lower priority to applicants under age 17.
Dallas Chess Club of Dallas, Texas has won second
place in the Regular category by submitting 120 The scholarships for 2009 are:
memberships. They will receive a commemorative The top recipient will get $5,000; the second recipient will get $3,000;
plaque and one year gold affiliate status. Contact and the third $2,000.
information is: [email protected], Luis Salinas.
You may visit their website at: www.dallaschess.com Applicants must have been U.S. citizens or permanent legal resi
dents for a minimum of 18 months prior to the deadline date (June
20th for 2009). They must show dedication to chess, talent and
Western Pennsylvania Youth Chess Club of accomplishment. They also must exhibit a will to work hard and
Scholastic/Youth Category
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has won second place in improve, as well as good sportsmanship and a positive attitude. Appli
the Scholastic/Youth category by submitting cants must be active tournament players.
442 scholastic/youth memberships. They will The minimum rating qualification formula is as follows:
receive a commemorative plaque and one year gold
affiliate status. Contact information is: catni Ages 7 14 age * 100 + 1000 for boys, and age * 100 + 800 for girls.
[email protected], Jerry Meyers. Ages 15 16 age * 100 + 900 for boys, and age * 100 + 700 for girls.
Age 17 2500 for boys, 2300 for girls.
In addition to the above prizes, these winners will
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look forward to some exciting results this next year cants chess accomplishments, and why he or she should receive a
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Chess to Enjoy
Luck Be A Lady To Mate
Luck, like beauty, is in the eyes of the beholder. Just ask the unlucky.
By GM Andy Soltis
When the top seeded Russian team Take the last one. The final round pair
failed to medal in last years Olympiad + + + + ings in a Swiss always influence the
they had a simple explanation: Bad luck. + + + + outcome so the winner is often accused
In two key matches the Russians of being lucky because of who he got to
obtained six better positions and only r+ + +pR play then.
two bad ones, said their captain, Alexan + + + + But if a Swiss has enough rounds, the
der Bakh. Somehow they lost the bad winner is bound to face many strong
positions and didnt win any of the supe + + Pk+ opponents and the luck balances out.
rior ones. Thats just a matter of chance, + + + P For example, in the 2008 U.S. Champi
he said. onship, winner Yury Shulman was paired
+ + +PK against the players who finished second,
If it werent for bad luck ... + + + + third, fourth, and fifth as well as two who
GM Dmitry Jakovenko tied for seventh and two who tied for
GM Tigran L. Petrosian After 47. ... Kg4
11th.
Dresden 2008 Incredibly White cannot make progress Where was his lucky pairing? In the first
even though hes two pawns up. A draw round when he faced GM John Fedorow
+ + + + was agreed soon after 48. Rh4+ Kf5 49. icz? Nonsense.
Rh8 Kg4 50. Re8 Ra7 51. Re3 Rh7+. Or consider the knockout format. When
FIDE adopted it for its world champi
+ + +R+ This cost Russia its match with Arme
r+ + +pp nia. Two rounds later Russia lost to onship tournament in 1997, several
+ k + + Ukraine when Alexander Grischuk, two grandmasters denounced it as a lottery.
pawns up, also failed to win a rook Among them was Viswanathan Anand of
+ + P + endgame. India.
+ + + P If the Russians had won those end Anatoly Karpov, who beat Anand to
ings or added extra half points on the win the title that year, had no problem
+ + KP+ other favorable boards they had they with the format. But by 2008 he decided
+ + + + would have returned home with gold. it leads to accidental champions, as he
They also complained about bad luck put it.
After 43. ... g6
in the pairings. Russia didnt play a sin One of those accidents must have been
White, a pawn ahead, has more than gle team rated below 40th, while the Anand, who won the 2000 FIDE knock
one way of winning because he can cut bronze medal Americans and silver medal out and then decided it wasnt a bad
Blacks king off from the kingside with his Israelis played three such teams apiece. system after all. I did not mean it is a full
rook and he can use his king to win Was the Olympiad like a lottery, Rus lottery, he told the Indian magazine The
another pawn or create a decisive passed sias team trainer, GM Alexander Motylev, Sportstar.
pawn. was asked on www.championat.ru? But after more cries of Lottery! FIDE
Dmitry Jakovenko, an exceptionally In some sense, yes, Motylev said. But switched to a round robin format for its
good endgame player, chose 44. Rh7 with in a lottery its possible to win. championship. That should have ended
the idea of forcing 44. ... h5. Lottery. Its become the premier attack the controversy. After all, theres no luck
Then 45. g4! hxg4 46. Kg3 and Kxg4 word in chess. Whenever a player doesnt in a round robin, right?
should win easily. like some feature of a tournament he dis No, a round robin championship is not
But now luck made its entrance, the misses it by saying it adds an element of a good idea, Garry Kasparov said in 64
Russians said. After 44. Rh7? Black found chance. magazine, adding a lot depends on the
an amazing defense: 44. ... Kd5!! and Faster time limits? Lottery! pairing of the last round.
then 45. Rxh6 Ke4! 46. Kg1 Kf5 47. Kh2 Knockout format? Lottery! Kasparov also complained that round
Kg4. Swiss System? Lottery! robin pairings influence a tournaments

Problem I Problem II Problem III
June is for Lovers Mandolfo Adolf Anderssen Max Lange
Ignatz Von Kolisch Berthold Suhle Adolf Anderssen
Enough positional chess! Lets go + Lk+ r +lr qkr r+l+ + r

back to the hammer and tongs tac
tics of the Romantics. This months
+ + +pp p + + pp p p + Q
quiz is devoted to games who enjoy
+ + + + + + + n pk+p+ +
their 150th anniversary in 2009. In p lpN + +Q+ + + +q+ + +
each of the following six diagrams Pp nn+p+ + +N+ + + p L +
you are asked to find the fastest
winning line of play. Usually this
+L+P+ + + + + + + l + +
will mean the forced win of a decisive
NPP+ PP+ PP + PPP P+ + PPP
amount of material. But every posi R + QRK + +RR K + R +RK
tion will have one line that leads to Black to play White to play White to play
mate. Solutions on page 71.
Problem IV Problem V Problem VI
Adolf Anderssen Serafino Dubois Ignatz Von Kolisch
Max Lange Marmaduke Wyvill Luigi Centurini
n r +r+ rn + +kr +k+ + r

LQpk+ +p ppp l +p +r+l+ pp
+ p + + + +P+ L QLp+ p +
+ + + + +L+ + + +p+q+ +
P+ + + + + +N+pP + + + +
+R+p+q+ + P + n R + + +
P + + + PP + + + P+ + PPP
+ K + R + +RK + + R + K
Black to play White to play White to play
outcome by giving some players lucky

colors. At Wijk aan Zee 2001, he pointed
Qd3! e5 17. a3 Qa5 18. b4 Qd8 19. d5! Ne7
++ + +
out that Anand, his main rival for first
20. Qb5
prize, lucked out by getting to play white

+ +Qn lk
+rq rk+
in his games with GM Jeroen Piket and p+Lp qp+
GM Loek Van Wely while Kasparov had pp+nnplp + +P+ +p
black against the Dutchmen. + p +p+
Thats a big difference he said on his P +pp +
website. It is well known that Piket and +Q+Pp + P + + +P
Van Wely are strong grandmasters when P +P+ +
they have white but they can crash on + + PP+
move 20 when they have black. P + LN+P + +R+K+
Of course, Kasparov didnt mention + + PP+ After 39. ... exf4
that he had white against both Anand and
Vladimir Kramnik. Thats the way luck R + RLK
But listen to what Alexander Alekhine
averages itself out. After 20. Qb5
had to say after he won the world cham
Nevertheless, grandmasters devoutly pionship from Jose Capablanca. He
believe their fate is governed by a draw Without making any obvious errors,
Black has been thoroughly outplayed. refused to play a rematch that would be
ing of lots. By their accounts, the luckiest limited to a specific number of games,
player in the last Olympiad was GM with drawing counting.
Michele Godena. Allowing draws to count would reduce
20. ... b6 21. Qa4 h6 22. Bb5 Nf6 23. Nd2 Rc7
Not only did he have the White pieces chess to a game of roulette, Alekhine
24. Rec1 Qb8 25. Qd1 Nh5 26. Rxc7 Qxc7 27.
against the much stronger Judit Polgar wrote. (At least he didnt use the L word.)
Rc1 Qb8 28. Bd7 Nf4 29. Kf1 Qb7 30. Bb5 f5
but he was paired with her after shed lost Many years later FIDE adopted the
31. Nc4 a6 32. Bc6 Qb8 33. Nxb6! fxe4 34.
two games in a row. He was lucky and she draws not counting format for the 1978
Nd7 Qd8 35. Nxf8 Qxf8 36. Qg4 h5 37. Qd7
was unrecognizable. match between Karpov and Viktor Korch
Qf6 38. Rd1 Kh7 39. Bxf4 exf4
noi. But when the match reached its

Pirc Defense (B07) denouement, with the score tied at five
(see diagram top of next column)
GM Michele Godena victories to five victories, Korchnoi seemed
GM Judit Polgar outraged by the situation.
40. Qe6! Qxe6 41. dxe6 Nxc6 42. Rxd6 Ne7
Dresden 2008 After all, the player who scores the next
43. Rxa6 g5 44. Ra7 Bf6 45. b5 Kg6 46. b6
victory would be the world champion.

Nc6 47. Rc7, Black resigned.
1. e4 c5 2. c3 d6 3. d4 Nf6 4. Bd3 Qc7 5. Nf3
g6 6. 0-0 Bg7 7. Re1 0-0 8. Bf4 Bg4 9. Nbd2
The conclusion you might draw from
this is that all tournament formats are
flawed. Only matches are fair because
Its a lottery! he said..
Download a .pgn file of this issues games
there can be no lucky pairings. at uschess.org.
cxd4 10. cxd4 Nc6 11. h3 Bxf3 12. Nxf3 Nd7
13. Be3 Rac8 14. Qd2 Qb6 15. Bf1 Qb4 16.

Solitaire Chess
Marshalling Marshall
In last months game, Marshall out-Capad Capa. In this months game, Capa
By Bruce Pandolfini
better marshals his forces than does Marshall.
Jose Ral Capablanca, the third official correctly, give yourself the par score. Also possible are 16. Ne2 and 16. Qh3
chess champion of the world (1921 27), Sometimes points are also rewarded for (4 points part credit). The text threatens
was certainly known for his natural sound second best moves, and there may be 17. Qc4, with attacks on c5 and e6 (1
style, characterized by the harmony and bonus points or deductions for other bonus point).
smooth functioning of his forces. His moves and variations. Note that ** means
pieces typically seemed to be placed on that the note to Blacks move is over and
16. Qa5
just the right squares, prepared for any Whites move is on the next line.** Here Black hopes to meet 17. Qc4 with
contingency. Even against tactical wizards 17. ... Qb5.**
such as Frank Marshall, Capa always
12. Qd3 Par Score: 5
appeared to have everything under con Capablanca prepares to pile up on the
17. b3 Par Score: 4
trol, with an overturning counter shot d pawn. This is better than 12. Qd2 (4 The future champion defends the
ready at his finger tips. In the eighth points part credit), since from d3 the queen knight while vacating b2 for regrouping.
game of their 1909 match, as Marshall has access to the third rank.
(Black) was on the verge of turning things
17. Rd8
around, the great Cuban found a way to A semi waiting move. Marshall wants to
12. Nf6
make the board once again stand still. avoid the immediate 17. ... 0 0, when the
h7 pawn becomes weak after 18. Qh3
13. Rad1 Par Score: 5
White completes the mobilization of Kf7 19. e5 Nd5 20. Bd2 Qc7 21. Qxh7 (2
Ruy Lopez, Exchange Variation (C68) his forces and threatens the d6 pawn, bonus points).**
Jose Ral Capablanca 14. Bxd6 (1 bonus point).
Frank Marshall
18. Nb2 Par Score: 5
New York, 1909, 8th match game The knight is headed for the center. If
13. d5
The d pawn can no longer be held sat 18. ... Qxa2?, then 19. Nc4 and 20. Ra1
isfactorily. If 13. ... Qa5, then 14. Bxd6 traps the queen (1 bonus point).
Rd8 15. e5.**
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 d6 4. 0-0 a6 5.
Bxc6+ bxc6 6. d4 exd4 7. Nxd4 Bd7 8. Re1 18. Nh5
Maybe Black could have tried 18. ... 0
c5 9. Nf3 Be7 10. Nc3 c6 11. Bf4 Be6 14. Ng5 Par Score: 6
Accept only 3 points part credit for 14. 0 19. Nc4 Qc3 20. Qxc3 dxc3 21. Rxd8
r+ qk+nr exd5, which opens the e file but undou Rxd8. But to take on tripled pawns vol
+ + lppp bles Blacks pawns. untarily is not an easy decision.**
p+ppl+ + 14. d4
Black closes the center. Add 1 bonus
19. Be5 Par Score: 5
+ p + + The safe way was 19. Bd2 Qb5 20. Qh3
point if you determined that 14. ... 0 0 Nf6 21. Qxe6 (accept only 4 points part
+ +PL + would be met by 15. e5 c4 (not 15. ... credit). The text is much more aggres
+ N +N+ Nd7? because of 16. Qxh7 mate 1 bonus sive. Capablanca was out for blood.
point) 16. Nxe6 fxe6 (if 16. ... cxd3, then
PPP+ PPP 17. Nxd8 wins a piece 1 bonus point)
17. Qh3 with advantage.**
19. 0-0
R +QR K Marshall has put off castling as long as
Your starting position 15. Nxe6 Par Score: 5 he can.**
Now make sure you have the above With this capture White inflicts a weak
pawn on e6 that causes Black serious
20. Nc4 Par Score: 5
position set up on your chessboard. As As before, 20. ... Qxa2? drops the queen
you play through the remaining moves in problems. to 21. Ra1 (1 bonus point).
this game, use a piece of paper to cover
the article, exposing Whites next move
15. fxe6
20. Qb4
only after trying to guess it. If you guess 16. Na4 Par Score: 5 With 20. ... Qc3 21. Qxc3 dxc3 22.

Problem I Problem II Problem III
ABCs of Chess Consecutive captures Driving off Trapping
These problems are all related to

+ r +k+ q + +k+ +rq +k+
key positions in this months game.
ppp +pp +p+ +pp Qnp +pp
In each case, Black is to move. The + q +lp +p+r+ p p p + p
answers can be found in Solutions + + p + + + p + + +P+ +
on page 71. + + + + + + +n+ + +P+ +
June Exercise: Students are always
+ PP+ + + + +N+ P + + PP
trying to develop an opening reper PP +LPPP PP+QPPP + + PL+
toire thats consistent. But this is + +Q+RK + + +RK + + +RK
not so easy. A more practical
approach is to find a major player
whose style you find appealing. Once Problem IV Problem V Problem VI
you determine such a model, simply Trapping Driving off Mating attack
adopt all his or her openings. This
makes sense, because he or she has + q +k+ + rk+ + + + +k+
already done the work: that is, found + p +pp + +
+pp +l+ + p
lines that represent a particular pQp +lp + + + p + + +P+
approach to solving the games prob
lems. Naturally, as you develop, you
+ nP+ + + n + + + + + +
can vary from the player to accom +P+ + + Q + + + + + + p
modate your particular tastes and P + + + + + q P + + q L
needs. But as a starting point, its P + PPP + +LRKP + + R P
great to play off a paladin. + +R+ K + + + + + + +RK
Bxc3, Black drops a pawn (1 bonus point). In the final analysis, Black rejects 25. The threat is 30. Qe8+, picking up the
Plus White can also play for tricks like 21. ... Bxe1 because of 26. Nd6 (1 bonus rook in various ways. Theres nothing
Qe2 Nf6 22. Bc7 Rd7 23. Ba5.** point).** much Black can do about it.
21. Qh3 Par Score: 5 26. Re3! Par Score: 6 29. Be1
Better look twice. White forks e6 and Deduct 5 points for 26. hxg6?, missing Add 1 bonus point for seeing 29. ... Kg7
h5. 26. ... Qf3 mate. The text elegantly closes 30. h6+. If 29. ... gxh5, then 30. Qe8+ Kg7
the third rank to the queen. 31. Be5+ Kg6 32. Qg8+ (1 bonus point).
Marshalls last move threatens mate at f1.
21. g6
Deduct 3 points if you missed it.**
26. Qxc2
Now on 26. ... dxe3?? there ensues 27.
22. Qxe6+ Par Score: 5
Capablanca takes his pawn. The alter Rxd8 mate, which Black might judge to
30. Qe8+ Par Score: 5
native 22. c3 dxc3 23. Bxc3 works out be a bad thing.**
nicely if the queen drops back, 23. ...
30. Kg7
Qb7 24. Qxe6+ Rf7 25. Ne5. But 23. ...
27. Red3 Par Score: 5
Nf4! upsets the apple cart. Deduct 5 points for failing to see that 27.
31. h6+ Par Score: 5
Rf3? is impaired by 27. ... Qxd1+. This is more accurate than 31. Be5+
Kh6 32. Qxf7 Qxe4+, which also wins.
22. Rf7
After the pawn check 31. ... Kxh6 32.
27. Qe2
If 27. ... Be3, the simplest continuation Qxf7 wins the rook and defends against
23. g4 Par Score: 5
Now what? would be 28. Nxe3 (1 bonus point). If mate. Theres also 31. ... Kf6 32. Qe5
instead 27. ... Be1, theres 28. hxg6 hxg6 mate (1 bonus point).
23. Bh4
On 23. ... Ng7 24. Bxg7 Kxg7 25. Ne5,
White wins the Exchange (1 bonus
29. Rf3 Rd7 (or 29. ... Rf8 30. Qxg6+)
30. Qe8+.**
31. Black resigned .
point).**
28. Nd6 Par Score: 5
Deduct 5 points for trying 28. hxg6?,
which fails to 28. ... Qxe4+, and Black
24. gxh5 Par Score: 6
Total your score to determine your
White also had 24. Re2 and 24. Bg3 wins. approximate rating below:
(only 3 points part credit), but Capablanca
has judged that the fastest way to win is Total Score Rating
28. Rxd6
to plunge into the melee. On 28. ... Rd7 29. Qe8+ Rf8, White 95+ 2400+
has 30. Qxd7, threatening Qg7 mate. 81-94 2200-2399
66-80 2000-2199
And if 28. ... Rf8, then 29. hxg6 hxg6 51-65 1800-1999
24. Bxf2+
30. Qxg6+ Rg7 31. Qxg7 mate. From one 36-50 1600-1799
21-35 1400-1599
perspective its all so depressing.** 06-20 1200-1399
25. Kh1 Par Score: 4
0-05 under 1200
25. Qc3 29. Bxd6 Par Score: 4

Looks at Books
Connecting Blindfold Play

to the Chess Mainstream
An examination of one of chess most fascinating sidelines
By Al Lawrence
he first thing to say about Blindfold his barnstorming days giving blindfold exhi 45 game exhibition in 1947. Who was the
Chess is that a book of this impor bitions with making over the board analysis best ever blindfold player? Alexander Alekhine.
T tance to its subject is rare in any
discipline. This new hardback from
a breeze. Reti made a similar point.
Part II was my own favorite. I cant resist
Its worth noting that the books co author,
Eliot Hearst, was one of the top young USCF
McFarland & Company, Inc., is thorough, factoid toppers like: Although only 12% of players of the 1950s and 1960s. In fact,
thoughtful, and scholarly and, at the the general population is left handed, about Hearst, from the black side of a Ruy Lopez,
same time, very enjoyable to read in its 20% of tournament chess players are south defeated Robert Fischer with a swashbuck
examination of a niche in chess culture paws probably because spatial skills are ling counterattack at the 1956 Rosenwald
that has fascinated both players and non mainly controlled by the right side of the Memorial in New York, just three rounds
players for centuries. Its easy to recognize brain, and chiefly manifested on the left after Bobby had played the Game of the
that this volume will be the standard ref side of the body. But theres more here than Century against Donald Byrne. Hearst went
erence work on blindfold chess for a very, random facts. Part II is a thorough review of on to write a popular column for Chess Life
very long time. in the 1960s. He left chess to get his Ph.D.
Because the authors concentrate on a in psychology, and is now a distinguished pro
narrow substratum of the chess art one fessor emeritus at Indiana University. Along
that some, admittedly, may consider a the way, he published important articles on
sideshow the work is able to drill down to the psychology of sports and games, learning,
a very deep level of erudition. But theres a and memory. His co author John Knott, a
lot here for the casual reader as well, for any British barrister and writer, has also
one who loves the lore of chess and admires researched blindfold chess for three decades.
spectacular, off beat achievements. (This When I talked with Hearst by telephone,
book has come to the right place!) In fact, the I couldnt resist bringing up an Ambrose
authors go a long way toward connecting Bierce like definition from his 1962 humor
blindfold chess to the mainstream of chess ous Chess Life piece A Gentle Glossary:
history and development. Blindfold Chess: a skill, through which
The book is divided into three major minor masters can gain a world wide reputa
discussions: tion; outlawed in Russia because Morphy
I. The History of Blindfold Chess; and Pillsbury died crazy.
II. Psychology of Blindfold Chess; and Hearst didnt recall poking fun at the phe
III. Blindfold Chess Games. nomenon of sightless play nearly 50 years ago,
Part I reviews practitioners Even Before and points out that after spending the inter
Philidor (often erroneously cited as the vening half century researching the
blindfold chess pioneer), whose two or achievements of the great blindfold players, he
three game blindfold exhibitions were a BLINDFOLD CHESS: History, Psychology,
regrets the jab. His book debunks the legend
European sensation. Hearst and Knott show Techniques, Champions, World Records, and that blindfold chess is a dangerous strain
that such demonstrations went back to at Important Games. Eliot Hearst and John (even though Capablanca demurred playing
Knott, McFarland & Company, Inc. (2009),
least 700 A.D. We get a review of all recorded 445 pages, $65.00 from uscfsales.com. sin ver the Spanish term for blindfold
blindfold greats including world class over chess saying I dont want to kill myself!).
the board players like Paul Morphy, Joseph psych lit on the subject: Research on Yes, $65 strikes most of us, your reviewer
Blackburne, Johannes Zukertort, Harry General Chess Skill, Psychological Stud included, as a lot for a book these days. (Im
Pillsbury, Richard Reti, Alexander Alekhine, ies and Commentaries on Blindfold Chess, waiting for news of a bibliophile bailout.)
Miguel Najdorf, Reuben Fine, Viswanathan The Techniques of Blindfold Champions, The discounters will probably get the book
Anand, Anatoly Karpov, Vladimir Kramnik, and The Supposed Health Hazards. down close to $50. The entire book is impec
Alexander Morozevich, and even Magnus Part III consists of 444 notable blindfold cably indexed and bibliographed and offers
Carlsen. And we get some very interesting games, nearly all annotated, from Philidor a lay flat binding. (Go online to blindfold
statements from the players themselves. to Anand. It contains all available games chess.net for excerpts, updates, and other
For example, Garry Kasparov told the organ from record setting events, and lots of other guilt assuaging rationales for spending the
izers of the Amber blindfold event in 1993, notable games. money.) Since I believe that true excellence
that he wanted to stay mentally well; he The authors dont shy away from offering must be rewarded, I hope plenty of readers
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if he played blindfold chess seriously. On be considered the blindfold record holder? to get the definitive work on blindfold chess
the other hand, Larry Christiansen credits Not Jnos Flesch but Miguel Najdorf, for his along with some wonderful chess reading. .
Whats The Best Move?
26th Super Tournament In Spain

By GM Larry Evans
2755 Average Rating! 1. White moves 2. White moves

The annual event at Linares,
Spain, pitted eight leading grand + + + + + + + +
masters in a double round robin + ++ + + +
+k +
that ended last March. This format
is a true test of skill as all play all
+ + +p+ + n +pP
twice once with white, and once
+ + +r+k + + + P
with black. GM Vassily Ivanchuk, + + + P R+ + P +
40 (victor in 1991 and 1995) divided + + +pK +p+p+ +
$200,000 with GM Alexander
Grischuk, 25, at 8 6. Norwegian
+ + + + + + +K+
wunderkind GM Magnus Carlsen, + + + R + + + +
18, trailed by a half point despite (a) Rf1 (b) Kf2 (c) Rh1 (a) Kf3 (b) Kf1 (c) Kf2
botching several chances to take all
3. White moves 4. White moves
the marbles; world champ GM Vishy
Anand, 39, was fourth. In such a
stellar, evenly matched field 41 out
r + +k+ r +rlk+
of 56 games were drawn, yet most +q+ +ppp +p+ +ppp
were hard fought and error free. + + l + pP P n +
Solutions to this months quiz p R + + + N + +
positions are on page 71.
Readers are invited to send their posi
pK+ + + + +p+ +
tions in for possible consideration in +P+QP +P + + + +
this column. Send to whatsthebest P+ + + + PP+LRPP
[email protected] or mail to Chess + +R+ + + +R+ +K
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Cover Story
SUPER
An astronaut and two world champions (one a certain Russian
presidential candidate) came to Nashvilleamong other chess
starsto help make the SuperNationals IV an electrifying
success for over 5,200 scholastic chess players. By FM Alex Betaneli
NATIONALS IV
he 2009 SuperNationals were a couple of months before the tourna the famous astronaut Greg Chamitoff
hosted by Gaylord Opryland Resort ment, but we are thrilled with attendance gave an inspiring speech at the opening
T and Convention Center in Nashville,
Tennessee on April 3 5. It was a grandiose
now. The primary organizer, Pat Knight,
must have been very pleased to see that
ceremony. Dr. Chamitoff is familiar to
the uschess.org readers as he is involved
event at a grandiose site. Imagine having hundreds of hours of work resulted in a in a historic chess match with Stevenson
5,243 players playing in 20 different sec successful, extraordinary chess holiday. Elementary School of Bellevue, Washing
tions along with thousands of parents When it came to running the event ton (a kindergarten through third grade
and coaches under the same roof. This smoothly, every little detail appeared to U.S. chess championship team). The
makes it one of the largest tournaments have been covered. The K 1 section was match started while the astronaut was on
in the history of chess. Imagine a playing strategically positioned far away from all the International Space Station back in
site that not only easily fits all these peo other activities to provide for extra secu September of 2008.
ple, but where one actually needs to ask rity. On top of this, every participant in the Any of these celebrities alone would
how to get to the tournament rooms. The section wore a nametag with parents make the tournament memorable for the
Opryland Hotel is the largest non casino emergency phone numbers on her/his participants. However, we also had the
resort in the United States as it spreads wrist. Even the most unexpected chal current Womens World Champion GM
across nine acres and has an indoor lenges were dealt with swiftly and with Alexandra Kosteniuk as a guest of honor.
atrium with walking paths, rivers, and composure. During one of the rounds, a She gave two simultaneous exhibitions
waterfalls. None of the visitors could go bird entered one of the playing rooms. (100 wins and seven draws) and a highly
hungry at the place where one could find Although there was no ornithologist informative lecture on how to improve at
anything from fine dining to casual din among the staff members, the bird was chess. Her two book signing sessions were
ers. In fact, this playing site was perfect captured and removed promptly! immensely popular. Yet, even she was not
for the event of such a magnitude. The organizers went out of their way to the brightest superstar of the event.
Usually, three different scholastic assure that the SuperNationals had a The inimitable former World Champion
national championships are held each staggering number of the superstars. Grandmaster Garry Kasparov was eagerly
spring: high school, middle school and Grandmasters Alex Stripunsky, Alexan anticipated by everyone. This man needs
elementary school champions are deter der Shabalov, and Maurice Ashley gave no introduction, suffice is to say that he
mined separately. Once every four years simultaneous exhibitions (simuls). GM was at the top of our chess world for two
though, all three tournaments are com Joel Benjamin did a book signing. Both decades! How many kids have Kasparov
bined into one. This year the attendance of the current U.S. champions were as their chess role model? How many
PHOTO: MARK MOSRIE
exceeded that of what the three events involved: IM and WGM Anna Zatonskih young talents would love to see this
combined would normally attract, so the gave a simul and had an autograph ses celebrity and get an autograph? How many
name SuperNationals is quite logical on sion, while GM Yury Shulman delivered adults, chess players or not, would love to
such an occasion. a lecture and was involved in simuls. listen to his lectures? Whoever was in
As Jerry Nash, the USCF Scholastic WGM Jennifer Shahade gave a presenta Nashville was treated to a true holiday
Director, put it: We were nervous with just tion on chess, writing and art. Moreover, with the person who is widely regarded as

The SuperNationals brings together chess players of all kinds
SUPER FACES
Left to right: Aaditya Murthy, 10, Dallas, Texas; Ben Daniel, 8, Bowling Green, Kentucky; Robert Lawson, 8, Madison, Mississippi; Hanxing Kuang, 9, Edinburgh, Texas;
Left to right: Qiyu Han, 9, Madison, Mississippi; Sean Sidi, 7, New York, New York; Joshua Nealy, 14, Bowling Green, Kentucky; Caroline Carmichael, 9, Bowling Green,
PHOTOS: MARK MOSRIE
Left to right: Athreya Vadayar, 7, Memphis, Tennessee; Jesse Leal, 9, Edinburgh, Texas; Maraya Garcia, 12, Edinburgh, Texas; Anna Wyzywany, 11, Shreveport,
from all over the U.S. Here is just a random sample.
Shiraja Abayanathan, 9, Duluth, Georgia; Steven Wamback, `13, Bowling Green, Kentucky
Kentucky; Salief Lewis, 12, New York, New York; Kenneth Wyzywany, 11, Shreveport, Louisiana
Louisiana; Michael Spencer, Jr., 11, Bowling Green, Kentucky; Samuel Everett, 8, New York, New York
the greatest player of all time. GM Kas first moves during the tournament. The
parov was involved in a number of events idea was to have Kasparov make the move
13. ... cxd4 14. cxd4 Be7 15. Qe2 0-0 16. f3
during SuperNationals, including two on board one of the K 12 Championship

Nf6 17. Qxb5 Rb8
book signing sessions that lasted much +

r rk+ section in round one. However, one of
longer than the scheduled two hours. the players on boards one and two were
Kasparovs ability to capture the audi +l p
lppp missing, so the first move was made on
ences attention can only be rivaled by his + q n + board three. Shinsaku Uesugi (who goes
ability at the chess board. His presenta by Shin) received the honor of telling the
tions are peppered with jokes that are +Q+ N + great champion what to play. The move
either amusing or outright hilarious. For + P + + 1. Nf3 was somewhat familiar to Kas
instance, in his talk My Life and Chess, parov as he used it on 74 occasions
Kasparov admitted that it was his first + + +P+ according to the 2008 Megabase.
time in Nashville, yet it felt like home. I PN+ +P
P Perhaps this stroke of luck helped Shin
was born in the South, right next to Geor to finish in clear second place at the tour
gia he continued while showing a slide R
L
R K nament. He gave up only one draw and
that contained a map of his native Azer After 17. ... Rb8 went into the last round with 5/6. Here
baijan. Of course, right next to it was the is his final victory with annotations:
country Georgia. This joke set the tone for Black is down a pawn, but he main
the rest of the entertaining presentation. tains two bishops and has nothing to
worry about. The b pawn remains a tar Sicilian Defense (B30)
get and Black now has the initiative. Troy Daly (2145)
K12 SECTION Shinsaku Uesugi (2340)
2009 Supernationals;
18. Qe2 Rfe8 19. b4 Nd5 20. Bd2 Bh4 21. g3
At the opening ceremony Garry Kas K 12 Championship (7)

f6 22. gxh4
parov spoke of the 34th anniversary of the Also possible is 22. Qe4 Bg5 23. Bxg5 Notes by Uesugi
American World Champion Robert Fischer Nxb4.
forfeiting his title to Anatoly Karpov. Kas
parov pointed out that despite this being
22. ... fxe5 23. dxe5 Qg6+ 24. Bg5 h6 25. Kh1 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c4!?
a sad anniversary, there could be another Black nets a piece after 25. Qe4 Qb6+ I was a little surprised when he played
Robert (or a Roberto or a Roberta) in 26. Be3 Nxe3 27. Qxe3 Qg6+. this move. Because we were playing for
the crowd of thousands of players and second place plus $1,000 in scholarship
that s/he could be a world championship money (or to tie for first place based on the
25. ... hxg5 26. Rg1 Nf4 27. Qc4+ Bd5
contender in the future. By curious coin I am not positive, but it seemed to me result of board one), I planned on playing
cidence, the K 12 Open section of the that some onlookers thought I blundered the Sveshnikov to get a wild position
event was won by: Robert Hess! Further a piece. Fortunately, the bishop will hit which usually leads to decisive results.
more, after five rounds (and thanks in both the knight and rook with 30. ... Be4.
large to the accelerated pairings in the top 3. ... e5 4. Nc3 g6 5. d3 Bg7 6. Be2 d6 7. 0-0
section) there were only two perfect scores
28. Qxf4 gxf4 29. Rxg6 Bxf3+ 30. Kg1 Be4 31. Nge7 8. Ne1 h6 9. Nc2 0-0 10. Rb1 Nd4 11. f4
left and both were Roberts. Here is the
Rg2 Bxg2 32. Kxg2 Rxe5 33. Kf3 Rd5 34. Kxf4
f5 12. fxe5?!
sixth round game with annotations by He should keep the tension in the cen
Rd2 35. Rc1 Rb6 36. Ne3 Rxb4+ 37. Kf3 Rd7
the winner. The battle of Roberts for ter since 12. ... dxe5 gives me a chance
38. Nc4 Rd3+ 39. Kg2 Kh7 40. Ne5 Rb2+ 41.
your enjoyment:
to attack the kingside after ... f5 f4.
Kg1 Rdd2 42. Nf3 Rg2+ 43. Kh1 Rgf2 44.
Ng5+ Kg6 45. Kg1 Rg2+ 46. Kf1 Rxh2 47.
Kg1 Rbg2+ 48. Kf1 Rc2, White resigned.
Ruy Lopez, Exchange Variation (C68) Robert Hess was fresh from getting his
12. ... dxe5 13. Bf3 Nxf3+ 14. Rxf3 f4 15. Rf1
Robert Lau (2210) second grandmaster norm, but did not

g5?!
Robert Hess (2580) look forward to playing at the SuperNa Trying to play on the kingside, but it
2009 Supernationals; tionals. Being number one seed is what was better to stop his queenside initiative
K 12 Championship (6) Robert dislikes as every player tries extra by moves like ... a7 a5.
Notes by Hess hard to defeat you. If one adds to this fact
that scholastic players are notoriously
16. Nd5 Nxd5 17. cxd5 Bd7 18. Bd2
underrated, the prospects of the top seed

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 a6 4. Bxc6 dxc6 5.
can be seen as almost gloomy! Whats

0-0 Qd6 6. Na3 b5 7. c3 c5 8. Nc2 Bb7 9. Re1 r+ q rk+
striking about Hess is his confidence
Rd8 10. a4 Nf6
pp+l+
l
Better was 10. ... b4! 11. d4 (11. Ne3 f6 (without crossing the line of arrogance)
12. Nc4 Qd7) 11. ... cxd4 12. cxd4 exd4 complemented by objectivity. Robert freely
+ + + p
13. Ncxd4 c5 14. Bg5 cxd4 15. Bxd8 admitted that he was lost in some + pPp
p
Qxd8 16. Nxd4 Nf6 17. e5 Ne4 when the games, but in the end he prevailed.
position is equal. One week after Nashville, Robert Hess
+ +Pp +
was deprived of his international master + +P+ +
title. No, its not that he violated some
11. axb5 axb5 12. d4 Nxe4
12. ... cxd4 13. cxd4 Nxe4 14. Nxe5 Be7 rules or did not play strongly enough.
PPN
L +PP
15. Qe2 transposes to the game. Its the opposite: at the 2009 Foxwoods +R+Q+R K
Open tournament, Robert Hess got his After 18. Bd2
third (and final) grandmaster norm and
13. Nxe5
Instead, after 13. Qe2! Qb6 14. Nxe5 his FIDE rating crossed the required bar
cxd4 15. Qf3! f5 16. Bg5 White attains a rier. Congratulations, GM Hess! 18. ... Qb6!
winning position. Garry Kasparov also made ceremonial Bringing the queen to an active posi
tion. The ideas include: ... c5 c4+, ... One of the pleasant surprises of the I had prepared this move in this vari
Qa6 ... Bb5 with pressure on the weak d3 tournament was the expert Troy Daly. ation. The pawn sacrifice is dynamic, and
pawn, and ... Qg6 to attack the kingside. Troy comes from Florida and is coached it opens up the center for Blacks pieces
by the affable IM Marcel Martinez. He to gain activity.
beat the second seed IM Marc Arnold
19. Be1 Qg6 20. Na3 g4 21. Rc1
I was expecting him to play 21. b4 and played for second place in the last
8. dxc5 Nc6 9. Ng5 Ndb4 10. Nc3 h6 11.
here because he needs to activate his round (see next game). A nice boost of 39
Nge4 Bg4 12. h3 Be6 13. a3 Qxd1 14. Rxd1
bishop somehow and it was his only rating points brought Troy within strik
Nc2 15. Rb1 f5 16. Nd2 Rad8
chance to counter on the queenside. 21. ing distance of becoming a master. When
b4 cxb4 22. Bxb4 Rf7 23. Nc4 leaves asked about his victory over Arnold, Tory + r
rk+
him with more chances. modestly said that it was not a particu pp+
p l
larly good game and he would rather
annotate another encounter. Neverthe +n+l+p p
21. ... Rac8 22. b4?
Crucial blunder. White loses a pawn less, the readers can judge for themselves: + P +p+
because 22. ... cxb4 23. Bxb4? Qb6+ if one plays a prepared variation and a
loses a whole piece. strong international master is beaten + + + +
while not making any obvious errors, P
N + PP
then perhaps the game is of high quality?
22. ... cxb4 23. Nc4 b5 24. Nb2 a5 25. Bd2
Bf6 26. Kh1 g3 Pn
NP
PL+
Threatening ... Bg4 then ... Qh5. 27. h3 +R LR+ K
loses to 27. ... Bxh3 28. gxh3 g2+. Gruenfeld Defense,
Fianchetto Variation (D75)
After 16. ... Rad8
IM Marc Arnold (2438) Here he is in Zugswang of sorts. He has

27. d4 Bg4 28. Qb3 Qh5 29. d6+ Kh8 30. h3
Troy Daly (2145) a pawn advantage, but I feel that his con
Bxh3 31. Rfe1 Bg4+, White resigned.
2009 Supernationals; stricted pieces give me ample
Shin Uesugi played for Japan at the K 12 Championship (4) compensation. Bad is 16. ... Nxa3? 17.
most recent chess Olympiad. When asked Notes by Troy Daly bxa3 Bxc3 18. Rxb7 Nd4 19. Kf1.
about this experience, he confessed that
it was simply incredible to be sitting next I had last played Marc Arnold at the
2007 U.S. Open, in which he defeated
17. Rf1 Rd7 18. e4 Nxa3 19. Ra1
to the elite grandmasters all the time. Black is better after 19. bxa3 Bxc3 20.
Shins rating is on the rise and we can me in a complicated Gruenfeld line.
Nb3 Bg7.
expect to see more chess successes in
the future.
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nf3 Bg7 4. g3 0-0 5. Bg2
d5 6. cxd5 Nxd5 7. 0-0 c5 19. ... Nc4 20. exf5 Rxf5 21. Nde4 N4e5 22.
mation can be found at www.super

nationalsiv.com/2009SN Scholarship
Trophies are nice, but
Info 04 17 09 1 .pdf.
scholarships help build a life
The winners of the K 12, K 9, and K 6 The USCF lists other scholarships at
championships were awarded University www.uschess.org/content/view/8164
of Texas at Dallas (UTD) academic schol /131/.
arships. These are valued at $80,000
each for the out of state students.
More information can be found at
Scholar-Chessplayer awards
www.utdallas.edu/dept/ugraddean/ The Scholar Chessplayer Outstand
aesprogram.html. ing Achievement Awards for 2009 were
UTD will next be providing one Aca announced by Jerry Nash, Scholastic
demic Excellence Distinction Scholarship, Director for the USCF, along with the
which covers the tuition and fees for USCFs scholastic council. These schol
eight semesters (four years) to the stu arships are given to high school juniors
dent who is the winner of the 2009 and seniors who excel in academics,
Denker Tournament of High School chess, and leadership.
Champions sponsored by the U.S. All five winners receive equal
Chess Trust and USCF. In addition, $1,500.00 scholarships. These annual
this scholarship currently provides awards are given by the U.S. Chess
$1,000 a year toward rental expenses. Trust with the support of the National
The Nashville Convention & Visitors Scholastic Chess Foundation and the
Bureau, in partnership with the Gaylord U.S. Chess Federation and are intended
Opryland Resort and Convention Center, to encourage high school students who
sponsored another $50,000 in college promote a positive image of chess.
scholarships. The money was dispersed Congratulations to the winners and a
widely, with the top five individual win special thank you to all of the students
ners in each section earning $1,500 who applied!
(first place), $1,000 (second place) and The 2009 Scholar Chessplayer award
$500 (third fifth.). recipients are: Adithya Balasubraman
Each championship team ($4,000 in ian, Virginia; Robert Lau, Hawaii;
Atlantans George Sheperd and daughter the high school) wins $3,000 to split Haotian Zheng, Connecticut; Michael
Sophie playing GM Shulman in a simul. between the top four scorers. More infor Thaler, New York; Troy Daly, Florida.
Craig Saperstein, Darwin Li). Another Corbin ended up taking second place
New York powerhouse, the Hunter Col on tiebreaks and was happy to analyze the
Be3 Nc4 23. Bc1 N4e5 24. Rd1 Rxd1+ 25.
lege Campus School (Alex Getz, Michael game afterwards. J.P. Stanleys team
Nxd1 Nd3 26. Be3 Ne1 27. Ndc3 Nc2 28. Rd1
Thaler, Christopher Sugino, Jonathan mates supported the champion with a

Nxe3 29. fxe3 Bxc3 30. bxc3 Re5
+ + +k+ Williams, Aaron Landesman) took third number of strong scores, allowing the
place while collecting 19 points. Niles Cary Grove High School team (Stanley,
pp+
p + North of Skokie, Illinois (Eric Rosen, Ilan Alexander Noll, Austin Steinforth, John
+n+l+pp Meerovich, Michael Chinitz, Evan Spiegel, Wollney, and Nicholas Zimmer) to run
Saagar Gupta) and Mater Academy Char away with the team title.
+ P
r + ter School of Hialeah Gardens, Florida One of the many nice stories of the
+ +N+ + (Karel Gonzalez, Daniel Hernandez, tournament was the team from Blue Ridge
Enmanuel Iglesias, Alexis Herrera) tied for High School from Lakeside, Arizona that
+ P
P
PP fourth place with 17 points. finished eighth in this section. The coach
+ + +L+ The K 12 Under 1600 section saw two Jeff Robinson started the club merely
perfect scores enter the last round: Corbin three years ago and it took off very nicely
+ +R+ K Krenk from Lafayette, Indiana and John and gained popularity among kids who
After 30. ... Re5 Stanley (who goes by J.P.) from Cary, Illi enjoyed other activities. In fact, one of the
nois. Neither was tempted to draw football players would skip football prac
Here I have a clear advantage in the quickly, so the following battle took place. tice in favor of attending the chess club!
endgame, with his pawn weaknesses. This was the teams first nationals and for
many youngsters this was the first time
Pirc Defense, Austrian Attack (B09) on the airplane. They will have some
31. g4 Kg7 32. Rd4?!
No better is 32. Kf2 Bd5. Corbin Krenk (1436) thing to remember about their high school
John Stanley (1377) careers for many years to come.
2009 Supernationals; Sathya Anand (an eighth grader from
32. ... Nxd4 33. cxd4 Rd5 34. Nc3 Rd7 35. Bf1
K 12 Under 1600 (7) Chesterfield, Missouri) won the K 12
a6 36. Kf2 Rd8 37. Bd3 Bd7 38. Bc4 Bc6 39.
Under 1200 section with Northwest High
Ke2 g5 40. d5 Bd7 41. Kd3 h5 42. Kd4 hxg4
This game shows the fighting spirit of School from Germantown, Maryland
both opponents. Both sides were eager to
43. hxg4 Bxg4 44. Ne4 Kg6 45. Bd3 Bf5 46.
(Michael Martinez, Cyrus Cordero,
win and thus capture the championship
Ke5 g4 47. Bc4 Bxe4 48. Kxe4 Kf6 49. Kf4
Andrew Lim, Sina Ebrahimifard) winning
title; in the end Black prevailed.
Rc8 50. c6 bxc6 51. Bxa6 Rg8 52. e4 cxd5 53.
e5+ Ke6, White resigned. the best team award. The K 12 Under
To Marc Arnolds credit, he bounced 800 section winner was Chidi Umachi
back by winning the rest of his games and from Detroit, Michigan, while the team
1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. f4 Bg7 5. h3
tying for third place with six points. He honors went to Vianney High School from
c5 6. Bb5+ Bd7 7. e5 dxe5 8. dxe5 Nh5 9.
was joined by Robert Lau, Edward Lu, St. Louis, Missouri (Jon Schafer, Stephen
Bxd7+ Qxd7 10. g4 Qxd1+ 11. Kxd1 Ng3 12.
Karel Gonzalez, and Alex Guo. Not too Esswein, Mitch Wise, Michael Viviano).
Rh2 Nc6 13. Rg2 Rd8+ 14. Ke1 Nd4 15. Be3
many elementary school players played in Finally, the K 12 Unrated section was
Nh1 16. Rc1 h5 17. Rh2 Ng3 18. Bf2 h4 19.
the top section, so the fifth grader Alexan dominated by the University Lab High
Bxg3 hxg3 20. Rg2 g5 21. f5 Bxe5 22. Ne4
der Velikanovs score of 5 is a worthy School from Champaign, Illinois. The indi
Bf4 23. Rd1 b6 24. c3 Nc6 25. Rxd8+ Kxd8
achievement. Perhaps we will have a mid vidual co champions (drawing each other
26. f6 e6 27. Nxg3 Ne5
dle schooler winning the high school in the final round!) Gregory Atherton and
Liang Ge were complemented by strong
+ + r k

championship in the upcoming years!
Three A class players scored 4 and p + +p+
showings of Richard Wang and John
claimed the A class trophies: Alexander p +p
P + Vaughen as this team cruised to the title.
Powell, Enmanuel Iglesias, and Jake
Miller. The B class awards went to Tan + p
n p
ner Hogue, Will Teague and Saptarshi + + lP+ K9 EVENTS
Chaudhuri (all scored 4 points). Ethan
Morgan, Nicolaus Nogulich and John + P + NP Andrew Ng had a golden start and was
Nahlen were the best C class players with the only perfect score remaining after
4 points. The Under 1400 prizes were
PP + +R+ five rounds. He was to be tested by the
awarded to David Golub, Greg Azbel and + + K N first seed Parker Zhao in round six.
Tim Broman who all scored 3 points Andrew passed the test and delivered a
After 27. ... Ne5
very nice victory:
and gained over a hundred rating points.
For many players what truly counts at
these tournaments is not an individual
Sicilian Defense,
28. Nh5 Nd3+ 29. Kd1 Be3 30. Nf3 Nf4 31.
feat but the accomplishment of the team.

Dragon Variation (B72)
Nxf4 Bxf4 32. Ng1 Rh6 33. Ne2 Rxh3 34.
Although schools can enter any number

Parker Zhao (2299)
Nxf4 gxf4 35. Rf2 f3 36. Kd2 Rg3 37. b3 Rxg4
of players, only the top four count for

Andrew Ng (2173)
38. Rxf3 Rg2+ 39. Kd3 Rxa2 40. Kc4 Kc7 41.
team purposes. This years winning team, 2009 Supernationals;

b4 cxb4 42. cxb4 Kc6 43. Kb3 Rd2 44. Rc3+
the famous Stuyvesant High School of K 9 Championship (6)

Kd6 45. Kc4 Rd5 46. Rg3 Rf5 47. Rg8 a5 48.
New York (Robert Hess, Nicholas Ryba, Notes by Ng

bxa5 bxa5 49. Ra8 Kc6 50. Ra7 Rxf6 51.
Eigen Wang, Andrew Ryba, Arthur Wei)

Rxa5 Rf4+ 52. Kd3 Rf5 53. Ra4 Rd5+ 54.
scored a remarkable 22 points. The run

Ke4 Kd6 55. Ra7 f5+ 56. Kf4 Rd4+ 57. Ke3
ner up at 20 points (often enough to win

Re4+ 58. Kf3 Ke5 59. Ra6 Kf6 60. Ra5 Kg5 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5.
the championship) was Thomas Jeffer
61. Rb5 Rf4+ 62. Ke3 Kg4 63. Re5 Ra4 64. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 7. h3
son High School from Alexandria, Virginia An uncommon but fully playable line
Rxe6 f4+ 65. Kf2 Ra2+ 66. Kf1 Kf3 67. Re1
(Edward Lu, Yang Dai, Quentin Moore, against the Sicilian Dragon.
Kg3 68. Re7 Ra1+ 69. Ke2 f3+ 70. Kd2 f2,
White resigned.
7. ... 0-0 8. Bc4 Nc6 9. Bb3 Bd7 10. 0-0 Rc8 Nxh3+ 27. Kh2 Nxg5.
11. f4 a6 12. Qf3 b5 13. a3 Na5 +q+r+k+
Everything up to this point has been
26. Kh2 Rc8 27. Rf3 Qh6 28. Rdf1 Be6
Perhaps more forceful would have been:
pp+l+p
l
played before.
28. ... Rxc2 29. Rxf7 Be6 30. R7f2 Rxb2 +
pp+ +
14. f5 31. e5 d5. + + + +p
A new move. The move 14. Rad1 has +r
NP
Pp+
been played previously followed by 14. ...
29. Nb3 Qxg7 30. Qd2 Rc4
A much better line would have been:
Nc4 15. Bc1 Qc7 16. Kh1 e5. + NQ+ +
30. ... Qe5+ 31. Kg1 Ng3 32. Re1 Nxe4 33.
14. ... Nc4 15. Bxc4 Rxc4 16. Rad1 a5 Qd3 (33. Qxd4 Ng5) 33. ... Qg5+. PPP+ + +
An interesting idea, trying to make +K+R+ +R
some progress on the queenside.
31. Qd3 Qe5+ 32. Kg1 Qg5+
After 22. ... Rxc4
An inaccuracy.
possible, especially given the sudden
17. g4
Other possibilities were: 17. Ndxb5 death time control.
33. Kh2
After the correct 33. Kh1 Black no longer
Qb8 18. a4 Rxa4 19. Nxa4 Bxb5; 17.
has ... Qe5 with check after ... d6 d5.
Ncxb5 Bxb5 18. Nxb5 Qb8.
23. ... Qc5!
By far the most accurate move that
leaves Black in control of the game.
33. ... d5 34. Nd2 dxe4 35. Nxe4 Qe5+ 36.
17. ... b4 18. axb4 axb4 19. Nb1
White should have played 19. Nd5 with
Kg1 Bd5 37. Re1 f5 38. Qf1 fxe4 39. Rf8+
19. ... gxf5 20. Nxf5 (20. Nxf6+ Bxf6 21.

Kg7, White resigned. 24. Rxh5 Rxc3 25. Rxc5 Rxd3 26. Rxd3 dxc5
exf5 [21. gxf5 Kh8] 21. ... e5) 20. ... Bxf5
After such a thrilling game, it is often
27. Rxd7 Bh6
21. Qxf5 Nxd5 22. exd5 Qc8 where Black The ending turns out to be even simpler
difficult to play in the last round. You
is fine and slightly better.
have just defeated the highest rated player
in the section, you have a perfect score, 2009 SuperNationals
but ... there is still another game to play.
19. ... e5 20. Nd2
+

q rk+ Ryan Joseph Moon was just half a point At A Glance
behind (he drew Parker Zhao in round
+ +l+plp five) Andrew and needed to win with the
Date: April 3 5, 2009
black pieces.
+
p np+ Location: Gaylord Opryland Resort
+ + pP+ and Convention Center, Nashville,
Tennessee Top Finishers: K-12
Sicilian Defense, Dragon Variation,

pr
NP+P+ Individual, 1st: Robert Hess, 7. K-
Yugoslav Attack (B78)
12 Team, St. Joseph Academy, 21.
+ + LQ+P Andrew Ng (2173)
K-12 Under 1600 Individual, 1st:
Ryan Joseph Moon (2146)

PP
N + + John Stanley, 7. K-12 Under 1600
Team, Cary Grove High School,
+ +R+RK K 9 Championship (7)
23. K-12 Under 1200 Individ-
After 20. Nd2
This fascinating duel was a thrill to ual, 1st: Sathya Anand, 7. K-12
watch. The fact that Andrew chose to Under 1200 Team, Northwest
20. ...Rxd4
enter one of the sharpest lines of the High School, 21. K-12 Under 800
Another possible variation would have Dragon variation speaks volumes about Individual, 1st: Chidi Umachi, 7.
been: 20. ... Rc8 21. N4b3 Rxc2 22. g5 his fighting spirit. K-12 Under 800 Team, Vianney
Ne8 23. f6 Bh8 24. Rb1 h6 25. h4 Be6 High, 21. K-12 Unrated Individ-
where Blacks dark squared bishop is
1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 ual, 1st 2nd: Gregory Atherton,
out of play but he will have plenty of Of course, had White aimed for the draw, Liang Ge, 6. K-12 Unrated
piece play. he could have chosen some calm line. How Team, University Lab High School,
ever, as Andrew pointed out after the game: 24. K-9 Individual, 1st 2nd: Ryan
21. Bxd4 exd4 22. g5 Nh5 23. f6 Re8
I knew Joseph wanted to win, so I decided Joseph Moon, Ben Gershenov, 6.
A move played based on some calcula to play for a win as well! K-9 Team, Solomon Schechter,
tion and some intuition. I wasn't sure 18. K-9 Under 1250 Individual,
whether or not it really worked, but after
3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 1st 3rd: Imanol Avendano, Graham
looking through most of the variations I
7. f3 0-0 8. Qd2 Nc6 9. Bc4 Bd7 10. 0-0-0 Rc8 Connors, Ruben Garcia, 6. K-9
thought that I had ample compensation
11. Bb3 Ne5 12. Kb1 Re8 13. h4 h5 14. Bg5 Under 1250 Team, Capitol Hill,
for the Exchange. The alternative: 23. ...
Rc5 15. g4 hxg4 16. f4 Nc4 17. Qd3 Qc8 18. 20. K-9 Unrated Individual, 1st:
Bh8 24. Nb3 Qc8 25. Rxd4 Bxh3 26. Re1
Bxf6 Bxf6 19. Nd5 Bg7 20. h5 e6 21. Nc3 Austin James Jester, 7. K-9
Be6 is also good for me.
gxh5 22. Bxc4 Rxc4 Unrated Team, St. Joseph Acad
emy, 21. K-9 Unrated Individual,
24. fxg7 Qxg5+ 25. Qg2 (see diagram top of next column) 1st: Austin James Jester, 7. K-12
25. Kh2 Be6 and Black continues to Until now the game was intense, but Blitz, Matt Parry, 12. K-12 Blitz
fight for the win (25. ... Qe5+ leads to a without serious errors. Here White gives Team, Thomas Jefferson High
draw by repetition). in to tension and commits a blunder. School, 36. K-9 Blitz, Aaron Lan
desman, 11. K-9 Blitz Team, I.S.
25. ... Qe3+ 23. Ndb5? 318, 36. Chief Arbiter: Francisco
More accurate was: 25. ... Nf4 26. Qxg5 After 23. Nde2 all three results were Guadalupe.
than it looks and Black converts without Island, Washington), Graham Connors
any problems. l
r q
rk+ (Chantilly, Virginia) and Imanol Aven
dano (St. Paul, Minnesota). Avendano's
team, Capitol Hill of St. Paul (Avendano,
28. Rd1 Bxf4 29. Rg1 f5 30. Nc3 Kg7 31. Rf1 pp+ +p+

Bh2 32. Nd1 Kg6 33. Ne3 Rf8 34. exf5+ Rxf5 + + + p Otto Marckel, Gabriel Ngam, Benjamin
35. Re1 Kg5, White resigned. White) took the top honors in the team
competition. Austin Jester of Bel Aire,
+ P + p
Most of us would be heartbroken after l +p+ +
Kansas turned in a perfect score in the
such a defeat, but Andrew was all smiles K 9 Unrated section; the best team in this
section was St. Joseph Academy from
instead. The players analyzed the game at
+ N + +
the stage for a long time. Of course, PPQ+PPP P St. Joseph, Missouri (Josiah Moore,
Joseph was elated and ... deeply inter Josiah Weeks, Brampton Bridgman,
ested in the following game on board two:
R +
KL+R Stephen Lacina).
After 13. dxc5 It is fitting to conclude this report with
a couple pointers from Garry Kasparovs
Black plays consistently, constantly lecture. The players are the main charac
Nimzo-Indian Defense, creating threats.
Classical Variation (E35) ters at tournaments as they get to make
Vincent Huang (2183) moves, win and lose games, earn rating
Ben Gershenov (2097) points and trophies. Let us not overlook
19. a3 a5 20. Qe1 Bxc3 21. bxc3 Qd2 22.
the supporting staff and thank all par

Qxd2 exd2 23. Rfd1 Rfd8 24. Ra2 Rxc3 25.
ents and coaches for contributing towards
Raxd2 Rxd2 26. Rxd2 Rxa3 27. Rd5 Be6 28.
K 9 Championship (7)
development of our chess talent. As for the
Rxb5 Ra1+ 29. Kf2 a4 30. f4 a3 31. Bd5
31. f5 would have put up quite a bit
players themselves, Kasparov warned
more resistance.
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 d5 5. that success can be a great danger as it
Bg5 h6 6. Bh4 c5 7. cxd5 exd5 8. Nf3 g5 9. makes one complacent. Do not be satis
fied with accomplishments and always
31. ... a2 32. Bxe6 Rf1+ 33. Kxf1 a1=Q+ 34.
Bg3 Ne4 10. Bxb8 Rxb8 11. Nd2 0-0 12.
move forward, always plan ahead. This
Kg2 fxe6 35. fxg5 hxg5 36. Rxg5+ Kf7 37. h4
Ndxe4 dxe4 13. dxc5
might mean, among other things, that
Kf6 38. Kf3 Qh1+ 39. Ke3 Qg2 40. Kd3 e5 41.
Ke3 Ke6 42. Rg8 and Black won a short
you should start planning next years
13. ... e3!

time later.
This meant that Ben Gershenov joined
Moon as a co champion. Congratulations
trip to the nationals already! .
A very nice move that takes advantage to both of them on this phenomenal More can be found in the April archives
of Whites lack of development. accomplishment. Ben's team, the Solomon of Chess Life Online on uschess.org.
Schechter School from Westchester, New The elementary grade sections are more
14. f3 Bf5!! York (Ben Gershenov, Michael Bodek, extensively covered in the June issue of
And this is a very logical follow up: Max Steinberg, Alexander Reis) won the Chess Life For Kids, available for .pdf
team competition. download on uschess.org. Please visit
The K 9 Under 1250 section had three supernationalsiv.com to see a complete
co champions: Ruben Garcia (Bainbridge list of winners in all twenty sections.
15. Qc1 Bxc5 16. g3 Rc8 17. Bg2 Bd4 18. 0-0
b5!
Christopher Kelly, age 3

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the greatest player of all time. GM Kas first moves during the tournament. The
parov was involved in a number of events idea was to have Kasparov make the move
13. ... cxd4 14. cxd4 Be7 15. Qe2 0-0 16. f3
during SuperNationals, including two on board one of the K 12 Championship

Nf6 17. Qxb5 Rb8
book signing sessions that lasted much +

r rk+ section in round one. However, one of
longer than the scheduled two hours. the players on boards one and two were
Kasparovs ability to capture the audi +l p
lppp missing, so the first move was made on
ences attention can only be rivaled by his + q n + board three. Shinsaku Uesugi (who goes
ability at the chess board. His presenta by Shin) received the honor of telling the
tions are peppered with jokes that are +Q+ N + great champion what to play. The move
either amusing or outright hilarious. For + P + + 1. Nf3 was somewhat familiar to Kas
instance, in his talk My Life and Chess, parov as he used it on 74 occasions
Kasparov admitted that it was his first + + +P+ according to the 2008 Megabase.
time in Nashville, yet it felt like home. I PN+ +P
P Perhaps this stroke of luck helped Shin
was born in the South, right next to Geor to finish in clear second place at the tour
gia he continued while showing a slide R
L
R K nament. He gave up only one draw and
that contained a map of his native Azer After 17. ... Rb8 went into the last round with 5/6. Here
baijan. Of course, right next to it was the is his final victory with annotations:
country Georgia. This joke set the tone for Black is down a pawn, but he main
the rest of the entertaining presentation. tains two bishops and has nothing to
worry about. The b pawn remains a tar Sicilian Defense (B30)
get and Black now has the initiative. Troy Daly (2145)
K-12 SECTION Shinsaku Uesugi (2340)
18. Qe2 Rfe8 19. b4 Nd5 20. Bd2 Bh4 21. g3
At the opening ceremony Garry Kas K 12 Championship (7)

f6 22. gxh4
parov spoke of the 34th anniversary of the Also possible is 22. Qe4 Bg5 23. Bxg5 Notes by Uesugi
American World Champion Robert Fischer Nxb4.
forfeiting his title to Anatoly Karpov. Kas
parov pointed out that despite this being
22. ... fxe5 23. dxe5 Qg6+ 24. Bg5 h6 25. Kh1 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. c4!?
a sad anniversary, there could be another Black nets a piece after 25. Qe4 Qb6+ I was a little surprised when he played
Robert (or a Roberto or a Roberta) in 26. Be3 Nxe3 27. Qxe3 Qg6+. this move. Because we were playing for
the crowd of thousands of players and second place plus $1,000 in scholarship
that s/he could be a world championship money (or to tie for first place based on the
25. ... hxg5 26. Rg1 Nf4 27. Qc4+ Bd5
contender in the future. By curious coin I am not positive, but it seemed to me result of board one), I planned on playing
cidence, the K 12 Open section of the that some onlookers thought I blundered the Sveshnikov to get a wild position
event was won by: Robert Hess! Further a piece. Fortunately, the bishop will hit which usually leads to decisive results.
more, after five rounds (and thanks in both the knight and rook with 30. ... Be4.
large to the accelerated pairings in the top 3. ... e5 4. Nc3 g6 5. d3 Bg7 6. Be2 d6 7. 0-0
section) there were only two perfect scores
28. Qxf4 gxf4 29. Rxg6 Bxf3+ 30. Kg1 Be4 31. Nge7 8. Ne1 h6 9. Nc2 0-0 10. Rb1 Nd4 11. f4
left and both were Roberts. Here is the
Rg2 Bxg2 32. Kxg2 Rxe5 33. Kf3 Rd5 34. Kxf4
f5 12. fxe5?!
sixth round game with annotations by He should keep the tension in the cen
Rd2 35. Rc1 Rb6 36. Ne3 Rxb4+ 37. Kf3 Rd7
the winner. The battle of Roberts for ter since 12. ... dxe5 gives me a chance
38. Nc4 Rd3+ 39. Kg2 Kh7 40. Ne5 Rb2+ 41.
your enjoyment:
to attack the kingside after ... f5 f4.
Kg1 Rdd2 42. Nf3 Rg2+ 43. Kh1 Rgf2 44.
Ng5+ Kg6 45. Kg1 Rg2+ 46. Kf1 Rxh2 47.
Kg1 Rbg2+ 48. Kf1 Rc2, White resigned.
Ruy Lopez, Exchange Variation (C68) Robert Hess was fresh from getting his
12. ... dxe5 13. Bf3 Nxf3+ 14. Rxf3 f4 15. Rf1
Robert Lau (2210) second grandmaster norm, but did not

g5?!
Robert Hess (2580) look forward to playing at the SuperNa Trying to play on the kingside, but it
2009 Supernationals; tionals. Being number one seed is what was better to stop his queenside initiative
K 12 Championship (6) Robert dislikes as every player tries extra by moves like ... a7 a5.
Notes by Hess hard to defeat you. If one adds to this fact
that scholastic players are notoriously
16. Nd5 Nxd5 17. cxd5 Bd7 18. Bd2
underrated, the prospects of the top seed

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 a6 4. Bxc6 dxc6 5.
can be seen as almost gloomy! Whats

0-0 Qd6 6. Na3 b5 7. c3 c5 8. Nc2 Bb7 9. Re1 r+ q rk+
striking about Hess is his confidence
Rd8 10. a4 Nf6
pp+l+
l
Better was 10. ... b4! 11. d4 (11. Ne3 f6 (without crossing the line of arrogance)
12. Nc4 Qd7) 11. ... cxd4 12. cxd4 exd4 complemented by objectivity. Robert freely
+ + + p
13. Ncxd4 c5 14. Bg5 cxd4 15. Bxd8 admitted that he was lost in some + pPp
p
Qxd8 16. Nxd4 Nf6 17. e5 Ne4 when the games, but in the end he prevailed.
position is equal. One week after Nashville, Robert Hess
+ +Pp +
was deprived of his international master + +P+ +
title. No, its not that he violated some
11. axb5 axb5 12. d4 Nxe4
12. ... cxd4 13. cxd4 Nxe4 14. Nxe5 Be7 rules or did not play strongly enough.
PPN
L +P P
15. Qe2 transposes to the game. Its the opposite: at the 2009 Foxwoods +R+Q+R K
Open tournament, Robert Hess got his After 18. Bd2
third (and final) grandmaster norm and
13. Nxe5
Instead, after 13. Qe2! Qb6 14. Nxe5 his FIDE rating crossed the required bar
cxd4 15. Qf3! f5 16. Bg5 White attains a rier. Congratulations, GM Hess! 18. ... Qb6!
winning position. Garry Kasparov also made ceremonial Bringing the queen to an active posi

tion. The ideas include: ... c5 c4+, ... One of the pleasant surprises of the I had prepared this move in this vari
Qa6 ... Bb5 with pressure on the weak d3 tournament was the expert Troy Daly. ation. The pawn sacrifice is dynamic, and
pawn, and ... Qg6 to attack the kingside. Troy comes from Florida and is coached it opens up the center for Blacks pieces
by the affable IM Marcel Martinez. He to gain activity.
beat the second seed IM Marc Arnold
19. Be1 Qg6 20. Na3 g4 21. Rc1
I was expecting him to play 21. b4 and played for second place in the last
8. dxc5 Nc6 9. Ng5 Ndb4 10. Nc3 h6 11.
here because he needs to activate his round (see next game). A nice boost of 39
Nge4 Bg4 12. h3 Be6 13. a3 Qxd1 14. Rxd1
bishop somehow and it was his only rating points brought Troy within strik
Nc2 15. Rb1 f5 16. Nd2 Rad8
chance to counter on the queenside. 21. ing distance of becoming a master. When
b4 cxb4 22. Bxb4 Rf7 23. Nc4 leaves asked about his victory over Arnold, Tory + r r
k+
him with more chances. modestly said that it was not a particu pp+
p l
larly good game and he would rather
annotate another encounter. Neverthe +n+l+p p
21. ... Rac8 22. b4?
Crucial blunder. White loses a pawn less, the readers can judge for themselves: + P +p+
because 22. ... cxb4 23. Bxb4? Qb6+ if one plays a prepared variation and a
loses a whole piece. strong international master is beaten + + + +
while not making any obvious errors, P
N + PP
then perhaps the game is of high quality?
22. ... cxb4 23. Nc4 b5 24. Nb2 a5 25. Bd2
Bf6 26. Kh1 g3 Pn
NP
PL+
Threatening ... Bg4 then ... Qh5. 27. h3 +R LR+ K
loses to 27. ... Bxh3 28. gxh3 g2+. Gruenfeld Defense,
Fianchetto Variation (D75)
After 16. ... Rad8
IM Marc Arnold (2438) Here he is in Zugswang of sorts. He has

27. d4 Bg4 28. Qb3 Qh5 29. d6+ Kh8 30. h3
Troy Daly (2145) a pawn advantage, but I feel that his con
Bxh3 31. Rfe1 Bg4+, White resigned.
2009 Supernationals; stricted pieces give me ample
Shin Uesugi played for Japan at the K 12 Championship (4) compensation. Bad is 16. ... Nxa3? 17.
most recent chess Olympiad. When asked Notes by Troy Daly bxa3 Bxc3 18. Rxb7 Nd4 19. Kf1.
about this experience, he confessed that
it was simply incredible to be sitting next I had last played Marc Arnold at the
2007 U.S. Open, in which he defeated
17. Rf1 Rd7 18. e4 Nxa3 19. Ra1
to the elite grandmasters all the time. Black is better after 19. bxa3 Bxc3 20.
Shins rating is on the rise and we can me in a complicated Gruenfeld line.
Nb3 Bg7.
expect to see more chess successes in
the future.
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nf3 Bg7 4. g3 0-0 5. Bg2
d5 6. cxd5 Nxd5 7. 0-0 c5 19. ... Nc4 20. exf5 Rxf5 21. Nde4 N4e5 22.
mation can be found at www.super

nationalsiv.com/2009SN Scholarship
Trophies are nice, but
Info 04 17 09 1 .pdf.
scholarships help build a life
The winners of the K 12, K 9, and K 6 The USCF lists other scholarships at
championships were awarded University www.uschess.org/content/view/8164
of Texas at Dallas (UTD) academic schol /131/.
arships. These are valued at $80,000
each for the out of state students.
More information can be found at
Scholar-Chessplayer awards
www.utdallas.edu/dept/ugraddean/ The Scholar Chessplayer Outstand
aesprogram.html. ing Achievement Awards for 2009 were
UTD will next be providing one Aca announced by Jerry Nash, Scholastic
demic Excellence Distinction Scholarship, Director for the USCF, along with the
which covers the tuition and fees for USCFs scholastic council. These schol
eight semesters (four years) to the stu arships are given to high school juniors
dent who is the winner of the 2009 and seniors who excel in academics,
Denker Tournament of High School chess, and leadership.
Champions sponsored by the U.S. All five winners receive equal
Chess Trust and USCF. In addition, $1,500.00 scholarships. These annual
this scholarship currently provides awards are given by the U.S. Chess
$1,000 a year toward rental expenses. Trust with the support of the National
The Nashville Convention & Visitors Scholastic Chess Foundation and the
Bureau, in partnership with the Gaylord U.S. Chess Federation and are intended
Opryland Resort and Convention Center, to encourage high school students who
sponsored another $50,000 in college promote a positive image of chess.
scholarships. The money was dispersed Congratulations to the winners and a
widely, with the top five individual win special thank you to all of the students
ners in each section earning $1,500 who applied!
PHOTO: POLLY WRIGHT
(first place), $1,000 (second place) and The 2009 Scholar Chessplayer award
$500 (third fifth.). recipients are: Adithya Balasubraman
Each championship team ($4,000 in ian, Virginia; Robert Lau, Hawaii;
Atlantans George Shepherd and daughter the high school) wins $3,000 to split Haotian Zheng, Connecticut; Michael
Sophie playing GM Shulman in a simul. between the top four scorers. More infor Thaler, New York; Troy Daly, Florida.

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Craig Saperstein, Darwin Li). Another Corbin ended up taking second place
New York powerhouse, the Hunter Col on tiebreaks and was happy to analyze the
Be3 Nc4 23. Bc1 N4e5 24. Rd1 Rxd1+ 25.
lege Campus School (Alex Getz, Michael game afterwards. J.P. Stanleys team
Nxd1 Nd3 26. Be3 Ne1 27. Ndc3 Nc2 28. Rd1
Thaler, Christopher Sugino, Jonathan mates supported the champion with a

Nxe3 29. fxe3 Bxc3 30. bxc3 Re5
+ + +k+ Williams, Aaron Landesman) took third number of strong scores, allowing the
place while collecting 19 points. Niles Cary Grove High School team (Stanley,
pp+
p + North of Skokie, Illinois (Eric Rosen, Ilan Alexander Noll, Austin Steinforth, John
+n+l+pp Meerovich, Michael Chinitz, Evan Spiegel, Wollney, and Nicholas Zimmer) to run
Saagar Gupta) and Mater Academy Char away with the team title.
+ P
r + ter School of Hialeah Gardens, Florida One of the many nice stories of the
+ +N+ + (Karel Gonzalez, Daniel Hernandez, tournament was the team from Blue Ridge
Enmanuel Iglesias, Alexis Herrera) tied for High School from Lakeside, Arizona that
+ P
P
PP fourth place with 17 points. finished eighth in this section. The coach
+ + +L+ The K 12 Under 1600 section saw two Jeff Robinson started the club merely
perfect scores enter the last round: Corbin three years ago and it took off very nicely
+ +R+ K Krenk from Lafayette, Indiana and John and gained popularity among kids who
After 30. ... Re5 Stanley (who goes by J.P.) from Cary, Illi enjoyed other activities. In fact, one of the
nois. Neither was tempted to draw football players would skip football prac
Here I have a clear advantage in the quickly, so the following battle took place. tice in favor of attending the chess club!
endgame, with his pawn weaknesses. This was the teams first nationals and for
many youngsters this was the first time
Pirc Defense, Austrian Attack (B09) on the airplane. They will have some
31. g4 Kg7 32. Rd4?!
No better is 32. Kf2 Bd5. Corbin Krenk (1436) thing to remember about their high school
John Stanley (1377) careers for many years to come.
2009 Supernationals; Sathya Anand (an eighth grader from
32. ... Nxd4 33. cxd4 Rd5 34. Nc3 Rd7 35. Bf1
K 12 Under 1600 (7) Chesterfield, Missouri) won the K 12
a6 36. Kf2 Rd8 37. Bd3 Bd7 38. Bc4 Bc6 39.
Under 1200 section with Northwest High
Ke2 g5 40. d5 Bd7 41. Kd3 h5 42. Kd4 hxg4
This game shows the fighting spirit of School from Germantown, Maryland
both opponents. Both sides were eager to
43. hxg4 Bxg4 44. Ne4 Kg6 45. Bd3 Bf5 46.
(Michael Martinez, Cyrus Cordero,
win and thus capture the championship
Ke5 g4 47. Bc4 Bxe4 48. Kxe4 Kf6 49. Kf4
Andrew Lim, Sina Ebrahimifard) winning
title; in the end Black prevailed.
Rc8 50. c6 bxc6 51. Bxa6 Rg8 52. e4 cxd5 53.
e5+ Ke6, White resigned. the best team award. The K 12 Under
To Marc Arnolds credit, he bounced 800 section winner was Chidi Umachi
back by winning the rest of his games and from Detroit, Michigan, while the team
1. e4 d6 2. d4 Nf6 3. Nc3 g6 4. f4 Bg7 5. h3
tying for third place with six points. He honors went to Vianney High School from
c5 6. Bb5+ Bd7 7. e5 dxe5 8. dxe5 Nh5 9.
was joined by Robert Lau, Edward Lu, St. Louis, Missouri (Jon Schafer, Stephen
Bxd7+ Qxd7 10. g4 Qxd1+ 11. Kxd1 Ng3 12.
Karel Gonzalez, and Alex Guo. Not too Esswein, Mitch Wise, Michael Viviano).
Rh2 Nc6 13. Rg2 Rd8+ 14. Ke1 Nd4 15. Be3
many elementary school players played in Finally, the K 12 Unrated section was
Nh1 16. Rc1 h5 17. Rh2 Ng3 18. Bf2 h4 19.
the top section, so the fifth grader Alexan dominated by the University Lab High
Bxg3 hxg3 20. Rg2 g5 21. f5 Bxe5 22. Ne4
der Velikanovs score of 5 is a worthy School from Champaign, Illinois. The indi
Bf4 23. Rd1 b6 24. c3 Nc6 25. Rxd8+ Kxd8
achievement. Perhaps we will have a mid vidual co champions (drawing each other
26. f6 e6 27. Nxg3 Ne5
dle schooler winning the high school in the final round!) Gregory Atherton and
Liang Ge were complemented by strong
+ + r k

championship in the upcoming years!
Three A class players scored 4 and p + +p+
showings of Richard Wang and John
claimed the A class trophies: Alexander p +p
P + Vaughen as this team cruised to the title.
Powell, Enmanuel Iglesias, and Jake
Miller. The B class awards went to Tan + p
n p
ner Hogue, Will Teague and Saptarshi + + lP+ K-9 EVENTS
Chaudhuri (all scored 4 points). Ethan
Morgan, Nicolaus Nogulich and John + P + NP Andrew Ng had a golden start and was
Nahlen were the best C class players with the only perfect score remaining after
4 points. The Under 1400 prizes were
PP + +R+ five rounds. He was to be tested by the
awarded to David Golub, Greg Azbel and + + K N first seed Parker Zhao in round six.
Tim Broman who all scored 3 points Andrew passed the test and delivered a
After 27. ... Ne5
and gained over a hundred rating points. very nice victory:
For many players what truly counts at
these tournaments is not an individual
Sicilian Defense,
28. Nh5 Nd3+ 29. Kd1 Be3 30. Nf3 Nf4 31.
feat but the accomplishment of the team.

Dragon Variation (B72)
Nxf4 Bxf4 32. Ng1 Rh6 33. Ne2 Rxh3 34.
Although schools can enter any number

Parker Zhao (2299)
Nxf4 gxf4 35. Rf2 f3 36. Kd2 Rg3 37. b3 Rxg4
of players, only the top four count for

Andrew Ng (2173)
38. Rxf3 Rg2+ 39. Kd3 Rxa2 40. Kc4 Kc7 41.
team purposes. This years winning team, 2009 Supernationals;

b4 cxb4 42. cxb4 Kc6 43. Kb3 Rd2 44. Rc3+
the famous Stuyvesant High School of K 9 Championship (6)

Kd6 45. Kc4 Rd5 46. Rg3 Rf5 47. Rg8 a5 48.
New York (Robert Hess, Nicholas Ryba, Notes by Ng

bxa5 bxa5 49. Ra8 Kc6 50. Ra7 Rxf6 51.
Eigen Wang, Andrew Ryba, Arthur Wei)

Rxa5 Rf4+ 52. Kd3 Rf5 53. Ra4 Rd5+ 54.
scored a remarkable 22 points. The run

Ke4 Kd6 55. Ra7 f5+ 56. Kf4 Rd4+ 57. Ke3
ner up at 20 points (often enough to win

Re4+ 58. Kf3 Ke5 59. Ra6 Kf6 60. Ra5 Kg5 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5.
the championship) was Thomas Jeffer
61. Rb5 Rf4+ 62. Ke3 Kg4 63. Re5 Ra4 64. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 7. h3
son High School from Alexandria, Virginia An uncommon but fully playable line
Rxe6 f4+ 65. Kf2 Ra2+ 66. Kf1 Kf3 67. Re1
(Edward Lu, Yang Dai, Quentin Moore, against the Sicilian Dragon.
Kg3 68. Re7 Ra1+ 69. Ke2 f3+ 70. Kd2 f2,
White resigned.

7. ... 0-0 8. Bc4 Nc6 9. Bb3 Bd7 10. 0-0 Rc8 Nxh3+ 27. Kh2 Nxg5.
11. f4 a6 12. Qf3 b5 13. a3 Na5 +q+r+k+
Everything up to this point has been
26. Kh2 Rc8 27. Rf3 Qh6 28. Rdf1 Be6
Perhaps more forceful would have been:
pp+l+p
l
played before.
28. ... Rxc2 29. Rxf7 Be6 30. R7f2 Rxb2 +
pp+ +
14. f5 31. e5 d5. + + + +p
A new move. The move 14. Rad1 has +r
NP
Pp+
been played previously followed by 14. ...
29. Nb3 Qxg7 30. Qd2 Rc4
A much better line would have been:
Nc4 15. Bc1 Qc7 16. Kh1 e5. + NQ+ +
30. ... Qe5+ 31. Kg1 Ng3 32. Re1 Nxe4 33.
14. ... Nc4 15. Bxc4 Rxc4 16. Rad1 a5 Qd3 (33. Qxd4 Ng5) 33. ... Qg5+. PPP+ + +
An interesting idea, trying to make +K+R+ +R
some progress on the queenside.
31. Qd3 Qe5+ 32. Kg1 Qg5+
After 22. ... Rxc4
An inaccuracy.
possible, especially given the sudden
17. g4
Other possibilities were: 17. Ndxb5 death time control.
33. Kh2
After the correct 33. Kh1 Black no longer
Qb8 18. a4 Rxa4 19. Nxa4 Bxb5; 17.
has ... Qe5 with check after ... d6 d5.
Ncxb5 Bxb5 18. Nxb5 Qb8.
23. ... Qc5!
By far the most accurate move that
leaves Black in control of the game.
33. ... d5 34. Nd2 dxe4 35. Nxe4 Qe5+ 36.
17. ... b4 18. axb4 axb4 19. Nb1
White should have played 19. Nd5 with
Kg1 Bd5 37. Re1 f5 38. Qf1 fxe4 39. Rf8+
19. ... gxf5 20. Nxf5 (20. Nxf6+ Bxf6 21.

Kg7, White resigned. 24. Rxh5 Rxc3 25. Rxc5 Rxd3 26. Rxd3 dxc5
exf5 [21. gxf5 Kh8] 21. ... e5) 20. ... Bxf5
After such a thrilling game, it is often
27. Rxd7 Bh6
21. Qxf5 Nxd5 22. exd5 Qc8 where Black The ending turns out to be even simpler
difficult to play in the last round. You
is fine and slightly better.
have just defeated the highest rated player
in the section, you have a perfect score, 2009 SuperNationals
but ... there is still another game to play.
19. ... e5 20. Nd2
+

q rk+ Ryan Joseph Moon was just half a point At A Glance
behind (he drew Parker Zhao in round
+ +l+plp five) Andrew and needed to win with the
Date: April 3 5, 2009
black pieces.
+
p np+ Location: Gaylord Opryland Resort
+ + pP+ and Convention Center, Nashville,
Tennessee Top Finishers: K-12
Sicilian Defense, Dragon Variation,
pr
NP+P+ Individual, 1st: Robert Hess, 7. K-
Yugoslav Attack (B78)
12 Team, St. Joseph Academy, 21.
+ + LQ+P Andrew Ng (2173)
K-12 Under 1600 Individual, 1st:
Ryan Joseph Moon (2146)
PP
N + + John Stanley, 7. K-12 Under 1600
Team, Cary Grove High School,
+ +R+RK K 9 Championship (7)
23. K-12 Under 1200 Individ-
After 20. Nd2
This fascinating duel was a thrill to ual, 1st: Sathya Anand, 7. K-12
watch. The fact that Andrew chose to Under 1200 Team, Northwest
20. ...Rxd4
enter one of the sharpest lines of the High School, 21. K-12 Under 800
Another possible variation would have Dragon variation speaks volumes about Individual, 1st: Chidi Umachi, 7.
been: 20. ... Rc8 21. N4b3 Rxc2 22. g5 his fighting spirit. K-12 Under 800 Team, Vianney
Ne8 23. f6 Bh8 24. Rb1 h6 25. h4 Be6 High, 21. K-12 Unrated Individ-
where Blacks dark squared bishop is
1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 ual, 1st 2nd: Gregory Atherton,
out of play but he will have plenty of Of course, had White aimed for the draw, Liang Ge, 6. K-12 Unrated
piece play. he could have chosen some calm line. How Team, University Lab High School,
ever, as Andrew pointed out after the game: 24. K-9 Individual, 1st 2nd: Ryan
21. Bxd4 exd4 22. g5 Nh5 23. f6 Re8
I knew Joseph wanted to win, so I decided Joseph Moon, Ben Gershenov, 6.
A move played based on some calcula to play for a win as well! K-9 Team, Solomon Schechter,
tion and some intuition. I wasn't sure 18. K-9 Under 1250 Individual,
whether or not it really worked, but after
3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 1st 3rd: Imanol Avendano, Graham
looking through most of the variations I
7. f3 0-0 8. Qd2 Nc6 9. Bc4 Bd7 10. 0-0-0 Rc8 Connors, Ruben Garcia, 6. K-9
thought that I had ample compensation
11. Bb3 Ne5 12. Kb1 Re8 13. h4 h5 14. Bg5 Under 1250 Team, Capitol Hill,
for the Exchange. The alternative: 23. ...
Rc5 15. g4 hxg4 16. f4 Nc4 17. Qd3 Qc8 18. 20. K-9 Unrated Individual, 1st:
Bh8 24. Nb3 Qc8 25. Rxd4 Bxh3 26. Re1
Bxf6 Bxf6 19. Nd5 Bg7 20. h5 e6 21. Nc3 Austin James Jester, 7. K-9
Be6 is also good for me.
gxh5 22. Bxc4 Rxc4 Unrated Team, St. Joseph Acad
emy, 21. K-9 Unrated Individual,
24. fxg7 Qxg5+ 25. Qg2 (see diagram top of next column) 1st: Austin James Jester, 7. K-12
25. Kh2 Be6 and Black continues to Until now the game was intense, but Blitz, Matt Parry, 12. K-12 Blitz
fight for the win (25. ... Qe5+ leads to a without serious errors. Here White gives Team, Thomas Jefferson High
draw by repetition). in to tension and commits a blunder. School, 36. K-9 Blitz, Aaron Lan
desman, 11. K-9 Blitz Team, I.S.
25. ... Qe3+ 23. Ndb5? 318, 36. Chief Arbiter: Francisco
More accurate was: 25. ... Nf4 26. Qxg5 After 23. Nde2 all three results were Guadalupe.

Cover Story
than it looks and Black converts without Island, Washington), Graham Connors
any problems. l
r q
rk+ (Chantilly, Virginia) and Imanol Aven
dano (St. Paul, Minnesota). Avendano's
team, Capitol Hill of St. Paul (Avendano,
28. Rd1 Bxf4 29. Rg1 f5 30. Nc3 Kg7 31. Rf1 pp+ +p+

Bh2 32. Nd1 Kg6 33. Ne3 Rf8 34. exf5+ Rxf5 + + + p Otto Marckel, Gabriel Ngam, Benjamin
35. Re1 Kg5, White resigned. White) took the top honors in the team
competition. Austin Jester of Bel Aire,
+ P + p
Most of us would be heartbroken after l +p+ +
Kansas turned in a perfect score in the
such a defeat, but Andrew was all smiles K 9 Unrated section; the best team in this
section was St. Joseph Academy from
instead. The players analyzed the game at
+ N + +
the stage for a long time. Of course, PPQ+PPP P St. Joseph, Missouri (Josiah Moore,
Joseph was elated and ... deeply inter Josiah Weeks, Brampton Bridgman,
ested in the following game on board two:
R +
KL+R Stephen Lacina).
After 13. dxc5 It is fitting to conclude this report with
a couple pointers from Garry Kasparovs
Black plays consistently, constantly lecture. The players are the main charac
Nimzo-Indian Defense, creating threats.
Classical Variation (E35) ters at tournaments as they get to make
Vincent Huang (2183) moves, win and lose games, earn rating
Ben Gershenov (2097) points and trophies. Let us not overlook
19. a3 a5 20. Qe1 Bxc3 21. bxc3 Qd2 22.
the supporting staff and thank all par

Qxd2 exd2 23. Rfd1 Rfd8 24. Ra2 Rxc3 25.
ents and coaches for contributing towards
Raxd2 Rxd2 26. Rxd2 Rxa3 27. Rd5 Be6 28.
K 9 Championship (7)
development of our chess talent. As for the
Rxb5 Ra1+ 29. Kf2 a4 30. f4 a3 31. Bd5
31. f5 would have put up quite a bit
players themselves, Kasparov warned
more resistance.
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 d5 5. that success can be a great danger as it
Bg5 h6 6. Bh4 c5 7. cxd5 exd5 8. Nf3 g5 9. makes one complacent. Do not be satis
fied with accomplishments and always
31. ... a2 32. Bxe6 Rf1+ 33. Kxf1 a1=Q+ 34.
Bg3 Ne4 10. Bxb8 Rxb8 11. Nd2 0-0 12.
move forward, always plan ahead. This
Kg2 fxe6 35. fxg5 hxg5 36. Rxg5+ Kf7 37. h4
Ndxe4 dxe4 13. dxc5
might mean, among other things, that
Kf6 38. Kf3 Qh1+ 39. Ke3 Qg2 40. Kd3 e5 41.
Ke3 Ke6 42. Rg8 and Black won a short
you should start planning next years
13. ... e3!

time later.
This meant that Ben Gershenov joined
Moon as a co champion. Congratulations
trip to the nationals already! .
A very nice move that takes advantage to both of them on this phenomenal More can be found in the April archives
of Whites lack of development. accomplishment. Ben's team, the Solomon of Chess Life Online on uschess.org.
Schechter School from Westchester, New The elementary grade sections are more
14. f3 Bf5!! York (Ben Gershenov, Michael Bodek, extensively covered in the June issue of
And this is a very logical follow up: Max Steinberg, Alexander Reis) won the Chess Life For Kids, available for .pdf
team competition. download on uschess.org. Please visit
The K 9 Under 1250 section had three supernationalsiv.com to see a complete
co champions: Ruben Garcia (Bainbridge list of winners in all twenty sections.
15. Qc1 Bxc5 16. g3 Rc8 17. Bg2 Bd4 18. 0-0
b5!
PHOTO: POLLY WRIGHT
Christopher Kelly, age 3

Scholastics
2009 Trophies Plus

All-America Team
The USCF is pleased to announce the 2009 All-America Team!
Team members were introduced at the 2008 National K 12 Championship held in Orlando, Florida, December 12 14. Each mem
ber of the 2009 All America Team was presented with a team jacket and plaque by Jerry Nash, Scholastic Director of the USCF.
The All America Team was created in 1987 to honor the very best players ages 18 and under. The team, one of the highest
national honors attainable by a young chess player, is selected on the basis of age, rating, and activities during that year. This
years candidates were selected based on their age as of January 1, 2008 and their peak post tournament rating from July 1,
2007 through June 30, 2008.
The All America Team is sponsored by Trophies Plus of Templeton, Iowa, for the fifth year in a row. In addition to the support of
this award, Doyle Engelen, owner of Trophies Plus, provides trophies for national tournaments as well as post tournament tro
phy shipping. The USCF is proud to have Trophies Plus (www.trophiesplus.com) as a part of scholastic chess by sponsoring this
years All America Team.
IM Alex Lenderman, 18 GM-Elect Robert L. Hess, 16

Rating: 2552 New York Rating: 2538 New York
2005 World Youth Champion Under Major successes: K-3 national champion
16. 2008 World Chess Live Grand Prix (Kansas City, 2001), 2005 World Youth
Champion. I will be a math teacher in Under 14 fifth place with 8/11, 2009
about three years and currently teaches SuperNationals IV champion, IM norms
chess at Chess In The Schools. at 2005 Paris Championship, 2006 Las
Vegas Masters, 2007 Cannes Open;
GM norms at 2008, 2009 Foxwoods
(co-champion with 7/9), sandwiching
the 2009 SPICE SpringInvitational.
IM Salvijus Bercys, 18 Daniel A Yeager, 16

Rating: 2494 New York Rating: 2376 Pennsylvania
Third place at the 2002 World Youth 2008 Denker Tournament of High
Championship Under 14. Two-time School Champions champion. 2008
participant in the U.S. Championship. National High School champion.
Daniel J. Ludwig, 17 John Daniel Bryant, 16

Rating: 2373 California
Rating: 2454 Florida
Second at 2007 American Open.
2006 U.S. Masters Champion. 2004 Clear first at 2009 Western States Open
U.S. Cadet Champion. Fourth, 2004 Under 2400, defeating two grandmasters.
Boys U14 World Youth Championship

IM Samuel L. Shankland, 16 Alexander Heimann, 14
Rating: 2369 California Rating: 2289 Pennsylvania
Winner of the 2009 U.S. State Champion 2007 9th grade champion with
of Champions title. In the past year, his a perfect 7.
rating has taken a seismic leap from 2200
to over 2450 FIDE. Tied for first place and
the bronze medal in the World Youth Under
18 Championship in Vietnam.
Warren Harper, 16 Victor Shen, 14

Rating: 2351 Texas Rating: 2265 New Jersey
2007 U.S. Cadet champion. 2007 2006 8th grade co-champion at K-12
Denker Tournament of High School championship. Seven points at 2007
Champions champion. 2007 Texas World Youth Under 14 section.
high school champion.
Marc Tyler Arnold, 15 FM Alec Getz, 14

Rating: 2422 New York Rating: 2265 New York
Has three international master norms. Gold medalist at 2008 XIX Pan-
2006 U.S. Cadet and 2007 U.S. Junior American Youth Chess Championships
champion. Under 16 where he got FIDE master
and international master norm. Four-
time national scholastic champion
(K-8, K-9, K-9/Blitz & 7th Grade).
Mark Heimann, 14 IM Ray S. Robson, 13

Rating: 2366 Pennsylvania Rating: 2467 Florida
Won the 2008 64th Ohio Chess Currently the youngest IM in the U.S.
Congress outright, gaining 31 rating Winner of the 2009 Samford Fellowship.
points and becoming a senior master. Co-champion of the 2008 Miami Open
and the 2008 Florida State Championship.
FM Michael Lee, 14 Parker Bi Guang Zhao, 13

Rating: 2314 Washington Rating: 2247 New York
2008 K-9 champion. 2005 6th grade Fourth place overall at 2008 New England
national champion. 2003 4th grade Masters (international master norm). First
national champion. All-America team place 2007 Foxwoods Under 2200. Tied
member since 2005. for first in 2005 K-9 championship and
2003K-3 championship. Won first in the
2000 kindergarten championship.

Chess Clubs
The Marshall Chess Club in New York City has 378

paid members. Population of NYC: 8,143,197.
The Fresno Chess Club has 270 paid members.

Population of Fresno: 427,652.
BOB RASMUSSEN
PHOTO:
Blueprint for Success:

Eight Ways to Grow Your Local Chess Club
The Fresno Chess Club is perhaps the fastest growing
chess club in the nation today. With 15 voting members
in January 2007, the club has now grown to include
270 paid members. This is the story of how they did it
by applying eight basic business principles. By following
their blueprint, you can promote chess in your community
and generate phenomenal growth in the membership of
your chess club. But you may need to fight your old ways
of thinking and you may need to keep an open mind
about the need for change in your modus operandi.
By Bob Rasmussen & Edwin Sasaki
less attractive for members and their

families. Old time members were opposed
Firs
st Princ
ciple
e: Timing
g
Founded in 1930, the Fresno Chess to changing the clubs meeting place. It
Club had always met only on Monday was decided that, as an experiment, only
nights for the first 78 years of its exis the Friday night meetings would be held
tence. As a result, its size had never at a newer, safer location further north in
exceeded 40 paid members. In fact, in Fresno. This new location was also a
January 2007, its membership had fallen Carls Jr. restaurant.
to just 15 people. In chess, as in life, The Carls Jr. restaurant works well
timing is everything. A successful chess for us as a site for our club meetings.
club must make sure meetings are held First, fast food restaurants are generally
at a convenient place and time. Most located in convenient locations with plenty
chess players in our club found that Mon of public parking. They often afford con
day nights were simply not a convenient venient access to local freeways. Second,
time to meet. Students had to attend Carls Jr. restaurants in Fresno have been
classes early the next day and parents particularly chess friendly. They do not
also had to go to work early the next charge us any fee for using their facilities.
morning. So after 78 years, we finally All they ask is that we encourage our
decided to hold two meetings a week, members to eat their meals at Carls Jr.
adding a second weekly meeting every Since we spend nearly six hours there
Friday night. playing chess, we are happy to eat our
Initially, there was strong opposition to meals there. It is an unspoken rule at the
making any changes. But just like suc Fresno Chess Club that if we play chess
cessful businesses, successful chess clubs there, we should eat there. In this way we
must adapt to change. The easy availabil show respect for our host. Third, by meet
ity of Internet chess was hurting ing in a public place, we increase our
attendance at the Fresno Chess Club. It exposure to the public and we gain new
was imperative for the Fresno Chess Club members when diners see our chess club
to offer a more convenient meeting time. members playing chess there.
Rather than cancelling Monday nights Previously we had talked about the
in favor of Friday nights, we simply added possibility of meeting at a church, a pub
Friday night meetings. After two weeks, lic library, or a recreational center
it was clear that Friday nights were far sponsored by the city. But the Carls Jr.
more popular than Monday nights. In locations are the most convenient. They
two months, the Fresno Chess Club dou provide restaurant facilities and food,
bled its membership. and give free advertising to our chess
This is what happened. The die hard club. Since we have members from differ
players who attended on Monday nights ent religious faiths, we felt that choosing
wanted to play as much chess as they a meeting place connected to only one
could, now they attended on two nights particular religion might make some club
a week, Monday and Friday. In addition, members feel uncomfortable.
we attracted new players who could only Our relationship with the Carls Jr.
attend on Friday nights. restaurants is a mutually beneficial rela
tionship. The original location had been
the least profitable location in Fresno for
Carls Jr. restaurants. Before the Fresno
Seco
ond Principle: Lo
ocation
For 14 years, the Fresno Chess Club Chess Club had started meeting there,
had met at the same location, a Carls Jr. Monday nights were the slowest night at
restaurant in central Fresno. Over time, that location. Once the chess club arrived,
urban decay started to make that location Monday nights became their most prof

Chess Clubs
itable night. Carls Jr. saw that by permit playing chess over the board at the chess. We had to educate our members,
ting the Fresno Chess Club to meet at Fresno Chess Club is that we emphasize so we started to offer free chess lectures
their restaurant, they had actually the importance of good sportsmanship every Friday night. This made it fun for
increased their profits. Often, fast food and courteous conduct. In this way, we stronger players who had an opportu
restaurants do most of their sit down encourage our young players to develop nity to teach and show off their interesting
business at lunchtime. In the evenings, social maturity. These are lessons that are games, and it made it educational for
most of their business is done at the difficult to learn by playing chess only parents and kids who wanted to learn
drive through window. Carls Jr. restau over the Internet. Another benefit of over more about chess. We have four experi
rants lost nothing by permitting the the board play is the certainty of knowing enced players in the rotation who give
Fresno Chess Club to use the sit down that your opponent is a genuine human the chess lectures. Some lectures are
tables at night. In fact, Carls Jr. gained being, rather than a computer chess geared to beginners, some are geared to
a lot of business from the captive audience playing program. intermediate level players, and some lec
of hungry and thirsty chess players. One thing we learned is that many tures are geared to advanced players.
young scholastic chess players quickly The lecturers are given complete freedom
learn to play chess at a higher level than to choose the games and principles they
their parents. By inviting both students are interested in teaching. We cannot
Third Princ
ciple
e: Know
w Yourr Customer
We considered other restaurants in and parents to the Fresno Chess Club, we emphasize enough the importance of
Fresno. But most of them had booths. created a win win situation for everyone. allowing the lecturers the freedom and lee
This made it difficult for our heavier mem Talented scholastic players can develop way to determine the specific content of
bers to participate, as they were too large their game by playing against more expe the curriculum.
to sit comfortably in booths. When we rienced adult players. Parents can learn We also maintain a chess library featur
finally decided on a new location for our more about the game too and keep up ing over 275 chess titles. Paid members
Friday night meetings, one of the things with their precocious children. are welcome to borrow these books and
that made the location optimal was that We created a huge banner and logo for take the books home to aid them in their
it had plenty of tables and chairs, instead
the Fresno Chess Club, to promote our chess studies. We have a formal system
of booths. This made it much more
chess club. We display the banner every for checking books out, to ensure that the
amenable to our larger members. At every
time we have a chess club meeting. When books are returned.
step of the way, it is very important to try
customers come to the Carls Jr. restau
to understand your customers needs, to
rant they can see our banner. When we
try to welcome all types and kinds of
have tournaments and local events, we
Six
xth Princip
ple
e:
members, and to try to accommodate their
always display our banner with pride.
Fa
amilyy-Friendlyy Envvironment
special needs and special sensitivities. In November 2007, the Fresno Chess
We also sell t shirts, caps, polo shirts,
and jackets bearing the Fresno Chess Club hit the 100 member mark. By
Fourth Principle: Club name and logo. This promotes pride December 31, 2007, it was at 125 mem
Advvertising and Public
cityy of membership. To advertise the Fresno bers. One important step in making the
Getting the word out is one of the keys Chess Club, we always wear our t shirts club more popular has been making the
to increasing membership. We could not to meetings and events. The profit mar club a family friendly place to meet. We
afford to pay for expensive television, gin on these items is very small. The consciously decided to recruit more
radio, or print ads. However, we volunteer benefit is not financial per se, the bene scholastic players and their parents
our time at the local public television sta fit is advertising the Fresno Chess Club because they represent the future of
tion KVPT. On a regular basis, we help and attracting more members by getting chess. In order to attract and keep these
with pledge drives by doing phone bank the word out. We believe that the gar new members, we had to offer an environ
ing. In return, the public television station ments need to be of a quality high enough ment that was safe and family friendly.
gives our chess club the opportunity to that members are proud to wear them. We decided to strictly enforce rules against
make on air announcements promoting We could have purchased lower quality swearing and offensive conduct. We main
our club, our meeting times, our web garments, but to encourage people to tain a code of conduct that ensures our
site and contact information, and special wear these garments, we decided to pur members can play in an environment
chess club events. Unexpectedly, we chase the highest grade of cotton t shirts where family values are emphasized.
found that there was a correlation based on thread count.
between people who watch public televi In June 2007 we began publishing a
regular newsletter every quarter to pub
Sevventh Principle: Members
ship Dues
s
sion and people who play chess. Perhaps
licize Fresno Chess Club events. Our One of the keys to the success of the
it was their level of education. By appear
newsletter helps us to maintain connec Fresno Chess Club has been enforcing the
ing on Valley Public Television during
tions with members who are not able to payment of club membership dues. The
their pledge drives, we have always gained
attend every meeting on a regular basis, dues are set at a modest amount $20 for
new members. adults, $10 for students, and $30 for
We also go to local scholastic tourna and it is a great way to gain new members.
We created a Fresno Chess Club web families. By keeping the membership
ments to promote the Fresno Chess Club dues reasonable, we make it easy for peo
by addressing the kids and their parents site at www.fresnochessclub.org. This
has been a wonderful way to spread the ple to join, but we strictly enforce the
and inviting them to visit the Fresno payment of dues. This ensures that all the
Chess Club. We realize that the future of good word about the Fresno Chess Club.
members are committed to the chess club
chess is young people playing chess over and are motivated to get their moneys
the board. Its important to recruit new worth. However, if a particular member
members who are interested in playing
Fifth Principle: Educ
cation
This is how free chess lectures were can demonstrate genuine financial hard
chess over the board, as opposed to peo ship, we do try to show compassion and
born at the Fresno Chess Club. Now that
ple who prefer to play only over the understanding for their unique circum
we had plenty of scholastic players and
Internet and who may not wish to come stances. Some members have been
parents eager to learn, we had to offer
to a chess club. One of the benefits of permitted to make several installment
more than just a place to gather and play

payments, and some members have been events for club members. ber 2008, our club members visited the
permitted to pay their dues in kind, by For a period of about 10 years, from Mechanics Institute in San Francisco, the
staying late to help clean up or by provid 1996 2006, the local tournaments that oldest continuously running club in Amer
ing labor that benefits the club. the Fresno Chess Club sponsored typi ica. IM John Donaldson graciously hosted
cally lost money. This was because the our members on both occasions and on
chess club tried to post prize money to each occasion honored us by playing a
attract titled players from outside the simul with our members. Afterwards, IM
Eig
ghth Princ
cip
ple: Evvents, Fundraisers,
Fresno county area. We finally decided Donaldson took us on a tour of the Insti
and Sponsors
We wanted to organize events that that this was not a reasonable expendi tute and regaled us with wonderful stories
would create fun for the members and ture of our local funds. Only a few local about the history of the club. We all felt
generate more publicity for the Fresno players benefitted from the chance to as if we had been transported back in time
Chess Club. We decided to invite IM Tim play an international master or grand to the earliest days of the institute. It
Taylor to Fresno to perform a simultane master from outside Fresno and the cost was as if the walls could talk about the
ous chess exhibition, but we needed a of bringing in that titled player, in terms history of the club. Both visits were mag
venue to host the event. Two local shop of prize money, was prohibitive. By com ical events for our club members, as
ping malls each wanted $3,000 to host the parison, we were able to bring in titled memorable as a young persons first trip
event. A third local mall, The shops at players for exhibitions, at a far lower cost, to Disneyland. For a chess player, a trip
River Park were willing to host the event and we were able to break even or make to the Mechanics Institute is like a trip
free of charge, but we needed to have a small profit by widely publicizing the to the Magic Kingdom.
non profit status as a 501(c)(3) organiza exhibition well in advance. Instead of Donaldson reports, During the close to
tion. Local television and radio stations putting up a large prize fund for tourna 40 years I have been a member of the
would also give us free publicity if we had ment winners, we began to offer USCF the number of chess clubs in this
such non profit status. We would encour trophy only tournaments. These local country has steadily declined. This is
age any chess club that wants to grow to tournaments immediately turned a mod really unfortunate because the esprit de
obtain non profit status as a 501(c)(3) est profit. We still attracted some strong corps I found when I first walked in the
organization. We want to caution you that players from outside the Fresno area, door of the Tacoma Chess Club is a major
this may be a lengthy process, involving including the top rated 6 year old player part of why I became a chess player. I am
a great deal of paperwork. You may need in southern California. We also attracted happy to see that the Fresno Chess Club
to consult with an attorney or an account a C rated player from Fremont which is is bucking the trend.
ant, but this is a vital step in helping about a three hour drive from Fresno.
your chess club to grow. In the case of the The player from Fremont even joined our
Fresno Chess Club, we had two members chess club in order to receive our newslet
Conc
clusion
who were certified public accountants or ter and to take advantage of the member We believe that it is no accident that the
had accounting experience. You may want discount for tournament fee entries. In no Fresno Chess Club has experienced such a
to appeal to your members to provide free way did this shift, from offering prize phenomenal rate of growth over such a rel
assistance. money to offering trophies, hurt overall atively short period of time. We were able to
In April 2007 and April 2008, there tournament attendance. expand our membership from 15 paid mem
was a parade in Clovis. About a month Since December 2007, we have per bers to 216 paid members in only a year and
beforehand, we obtained a permit to mitted players to play either in a a half. This has far exceeded our initial goals
appear. We decorated one of our cars, USCF rated division or in a central Cal and expectations, and when we broke the
put up chess club banners on both sides ifornia rated division rated by the Fresno 100 member mark and the 200 member
of the car, and submitted a narrative Chess Club. The benefit of this approach mark it was a complete surprise to all our
telling about our club and offering free is that it permits players who are intim members and officers.
chess lessons. The parade announcers idated by tournament play and USCF We accomplished this through a tremen
read the announcements about our club ratings to participate for the first time. We dous amount of hard work and teamwork,
over the public address system. We par have found that this greatly increases by drawing upon all of the skills, talents,
ticipated in the town parade for two years the number of entries in our local tour and abilities of our team members. The
in a row, and at each appearance, we naments and we have also found that key to our success has been thinking about
gained about five new members. many of the players who started out in the the chess club as a kind of business and
In 2006 we only held one tournament. California rated division have now gone applying basic business principles to
In 2007, we held two tournaments. And in on to obtain USCF membership and to improve the quality of our services, pro
2008 we have held three local tourna play in the USCF division. This was like grams, and performance. You need to think
ments. By hosting more local tournaments, putting training wheels on a bicycle. The carefully about each step of the process and
we increase publicity and exposure for players who were initially afraid to play in make the best decisions that you can about
the club locally. One of the parents who the USCF rated division eventually devel how to enhance the quality, financial suc
joined our club sits on the board of direc oped the confidence to graduate to cess, and cohesiveness of your club. The
tors of a national corporation. USCF rated tournament play. past two years have been an especially
The corporation has generously pro We have held several blindfold exhibi exciting time to be a member of the Fresno
vided sponsorship for the Delphis software tions, where one of our members has Chess Club. We cannot wait to report back
chess tournament and for the Delphis played individual blindfold games against to you from time to time about our progress.
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professionals in the local community. each board, which makes it more challeng them to your local chess club, and help to
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Interview
KARPOV FISCHER ON
Seven-time World Champion Anatoly Karpov, while in Chicago

for the Chess for Peace tournament, gives Chess Life some
behind-the-scenes glimpses of Soviet preparations for the
Fischer-Spassky 1972 championship match, the Soviet reaction
to Spasskys defeat, Karpovs own quest to play Fischer,
and ultimately their face-to-face meeting.
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I was 20 years old. I was already a stupid mistake, and after this
one of the strongest grandmasters. suddenly Spassky said he doesnt
IRWIN W. FISK: When did you first
ANATOLY KARPOV: People started want to continue this training

become aware of Bobby Fischer?
to talk about Fischer, but I was living match, so maybe he was happy
Spassky was in preparation to play
PHOTO BY IRWIN FISK
very far from Moscow at that time and he beat me in that game.
Fischer for the world championship.
we had no Internet, no TV, so informa Yes, I played a training match with

Had you played Spassky?
tion was slow in coming. But, of course Spassky. He asked me to play training We were near Moscow.
Where was this game played?
after the Candidates match everyone games, but we played only one game.
knew Fischer. Spassky won this game even though Spassky had a training session before
Was it at a training facility?
How old were you in 1971? he had a lost position, but I made he left for Reykjavik. He had some

problems in [putting together] his team won everything. It certainly brought
and making last minute preparations, chess to the forefront.
I know Fischer was playing P-K4 [e4]
so he wasnt concentrating so much

so much before the match that there
No, I didnt go to Reykjavik. This was

was a cartoon on the cover of Chess
on chess. I stayed at the training ses
Did you go to Reykjavik?
a mistake by the sport leaders of the

Life that featured Spassky at the
sion two weeks, and almost every day board, surrounded by the Soviet team.
Spassky was going to Moscow and Soviet Union, because it was consid One asks, But Boris, what if he doesnt
coming back. It was near Moscow, like ered that I should go, not as a part of play P-K4? Were they training for a
60 kilometers [approximately 37 miles], Spasskys team but just to watch and variety of openings or did they place
but he had to go to the city every day, understand the championship match
I wasnt there for all of the training,
more emphasis on e4?
so you cant concentrate. We were ana and to get experience. On an official
document from the [Soviet] Federation, but Fischer had to play d4.
lyzing a lot. [Efim] Geller was there.
Then, [Nikolai] Krogius was there, then one of the sports leaders in the Min At what point did you and your team
livo Nei, so that was his team. Reyk istry of Sport wrote that it is too early
realize that Spassky was going to lose
javik was soon and I was there, but for Karpov to go, because they didnt
Fischer took the lead very quickly
the match?
the main piece [Spassky] was not there. see a great future for me for the world
after he lost the first games. Spassky
Spassky was coming only in the championship [laughter].
couldnt show anything; he was playing
evenings, and as I said it was not very I was watching the games [from Reyk
very bad. It was already clear that
serious what he had done. javik]. We were making preparations Fischer was playing better chess at
for the World Chess Olympiad. I was that moment. Later, nobody expected
there with [Tigran] Petrosian and [Paul]
Were you playing at a government
Fischer to lose.
No, it was at a health resort. Keres and [Viktor] Korchnoi and
facility?
[Mikhail] Tal. I mostly analyzed with

When Spassky lost, there was a lot
Keres and Korchnoi. What do you mean he wasnt
What do you think was going on of talk that he wasnt treated well.
treated well?
with Spassky? Why wasnt he coming
Near Moscow. I remember that summer

Where was this?
He was very self confident and he had
to train?
a positive score in his previous games. because it was very hot and there were
The Soviet authorities were unhappy
He had played well against Fischer in fires all around Moscow. Fire of the turf The Soviet authorities were very disap
that he lost; there was so much at stake.
previous games before the match. [peat]. You could smell the smoke. We pointed, and of course chess players
Spassky, as I said, was quite sure were in the city of Dubna. Dubna is had deep [many] privileges within the
he would beat Fischer in spite of the famous for its nuclear energy institute, society until that moment. We started
impressive results Fischer showed in and Dubna for that certain moment to come under attack years later, not
the Candidates matches. It is known was one of the chess centers. Many immediately, but at that moment the
that Spassky is not a big worker or scientists were playing chess, so they prizes [money] were not taxed. Spassky
hard worker in chess. He is quite lazy, liked chess players to come there. So received the full prize [money] without
so he didnt work too much on chess. we stayed in the hotel in the middle paying any taxes, but then he began
This was the main reason he was of the city. We analyzed together with to behave strangely. Probably this was
defeated by Fischer. If you recall the Keres and Korchnoi most of the games a reaction for his defeat, and so he did
games, it was game number four when that Spassky played against Fischer. nt feel psychologically well. He started
Spassky with black showed a fantastic I found ways that Spassky could get a to behave a little bit arrogant. He just
novelty which was prepared by him winning position in the opening of the made the leaders disappointed and
and his team. I know this novelty. Alekhine Defense. Fischer played the upset. They gave full support to his
But, what happened is Spassky didnt Alekhine Defense and Spassky missed preparation.
make the effort to memorize it, because a very big advantage. They put some conditions which
it was winning by force. Geller told me Spassky didnt like about forming his
when they started to repeat this before group. They insisted that he have secu
Geller and Krogius went to Reykjavik,
the game, Spassky, after three or four It was the team of Spassky, Geller, rity as part of his team. Spassky didnt
as I recall.
moves into the novelty, said, Oh, this Krogius and livo Nei from Estonia. want it. Spassky wasnt happy. He was
is not so important, because I will find We had our team, the Soviet Union not free to take everyone he wanted
it [the moves] over the board. So, he team, which were preparing for the and he wanted not to take other people.
didnt remember the moves and he did chess Olympiads. This, as I understand, was the only
nt win the game, which was already inconvenience. These people thought
won at home. This was extremely Spassky should behave different after
What were the team members saying
important because Spassky won the losing this important match. He had
as the Spassky/Fischer moves were
first game, a strange game. Better not We could see it was a very big fight. problems with his private life, which
coming in?
to say that Spassky won the game, but Very emotional. Actually, my friends was being criticized at that time. In the
that Fischer lost the game. Then, Fis on the team with whom I was working Soviet Union, the moral part of life and
cher didnt appear for the second game, were impressed by one of the adjourn the private life was to be under control,
and Fischer won the third game, so if ments where Fischer had the always. Spassky, from their viewpoint,
Spassky had won game number four advantage, but after the adjournment wasnt behaving well. At the end, they
with black, he most probably would he played a very sharp line and he [Soviet authorities] attacked not only
have won the match. He just didnt analyzed very deep because it looked Spassky, but all of our advantages. In
play well after game number four. dangerous. But Fischer analyzed 1975, they created a law under which
Both players had lost so much energy very deep and won the game which we gave part of our prizes [money],
in the first 11 games that they were had many complications. We were a big part of our prizes, to the state.
like boxers in the last round. Tired. impressed by the quality of his analysis
Spassky could have won many games of that game. Fischer showed many When I played my match with
Really?
in the second part of the match, but novelties in the opening, so it was clear Korchnoi in 1978, I received only
he missed everything. Then, Fischer that Fischer had prepared very well. 20% of my prize.

Interview
Nice didnt accept Fischers demands, two feelings. If I hadnt become world
Yes, Spassky received 100%. and I must say this was not realistic, champion, I would have been angry.
80% went to the state?
what he wanted. But I played very well during the whole

Before Spassky lost to Fischer, and two cycle. I played the best Interzonal tour
So that hurt chess players from then on.
years after, we didnt give any money nament of all the matches, so when
So Fischer was making demands even
Yes, then he continues to demand I recalled all the matches, I felt I

before you became the challenger?
[to the state] from our prizes. From
exhibitions, yes, but not from prizes. these conditions, so we had an deserved it. But I didnt expect that
I was the biggest victim in 1978. We extraordinary congress in 75 after Fischer would leave chess forever. I
had good money in the Philippines, Nice. In this congress there was a thought OK, I became world champion
but I had to give most of my prize to big fight and at the end the delegates and we can negotiate and we can play.
the state. accepted one of the conditions of
Fischer to play without limits to 10
When you said you were preparing to
wins, which was crazy. Then Fischer

play Fischer you were pretty much on
No, actually it wasnt a direct tax. We
Did they call it a tax?
sent them telegrams saying if they
your own. Did you make any special
had to give it to the Sports Ministry.
didnt accept everything from his I just studied. I must say I didnt have
preparations?
They called it participation in develop too much pressure from the officials,
ultimatum, hes not playing.
ing sport and chess in the country. so I received funds. I presented this
[my plan] to the Minister of Sports of
At what point did you as the
Yes, he moved to France in 75. This
Didnt Spassky move to France?
the Soviet Union and they accepted.
challenger know that you were not
was described when the leaders said, The first deadline was the first of April, So after this I was ready.
going to play Fischer?
This is enough. We gave chess players so Euwe tried to contact Fischer for
everything and they didnt behave well. another two days, the second and third
Were you at the training facilities
of April, and when he didnt succeed on Yes, in Moscow it was difficult.

outside of Moscow?
At that point, did you know who would
the fourth of April, he announced me They have many friends. Its difficult
No, first I played in the Interzonal tour
become the challenger?
as the new world champion. to go out somewhere. Better to go
nament in Leningrad which was much somewhere in the country, then
stronger than the counterpart in Brazil. you have better control.
Was there ever a time leading up to that,
It became clear after the quarterfinals No, I didnt bother too much. I just I was with my team at a special camp
that you thought Fischer might play?
that we had qualified already Spassky, made my preparations. I was just of the Olympic team near Moscow.
Petrosian, Korchnoi and myself. I beat doing my job to prepare the best way
Spassky in the second match. I could. If I was thinking [worried]
When you were preparing with Geller
The second match, [semifinals] I lost about whether Fischer would play or
and your team, what would a typical
the first game to Spassky, so this was not, I couldnt make my preparations. I was getting up late, because I go to
day be like?
the most difficult match for me. He I tried not to think about this. sleep late. I was getting up at half past
wanted to play another match with eight or nine oclock, then a small
Fischer, so he prepared quite well. physical exercise. Then breakfast.
Once you defeated Korchnoi and became
When you lose the first game with After breakfast, we worked on chess
the challenger, was there a preparation
white against Spassky, this is not a I made my own choice and continued maybe two or two and one half hours,
team assembled for you?
good start. But, then I started playing with the same seconds I had. then one hour of tennis or swimming.
very well. I think I played my best Then lunch, then after lunch a one
match against Spassky. I won My main one was Semyon Furman. hour break, then a chess game. Then
Who were they?
convincingly. He was my trainer since the year 1969. more chess for two to three hours, then
I had finals with Korchnoi. Then I Efim Geller, who helped me with my another half to one hour sports, then
beat Korchnoi and in between match against Korchnoi. I needed spe dinner. Then [after dinner], of course
Korchnoi won his match against cialists in the openings. So at that time not every day, we could spend time on
Petrosian. Spassky lost to me. I was with Efim Geller, and later I chess preparedness or have free time.
We played in the chess Olympiads in invited Balashov who was my friend
Nice, so this was not only important for many years, and especially because
We had camps from two weeks to
How long were you at this camp?
he made his diploma at the Sports
for chess but also for chess politics. three weeks, then we had a break for
Institute about Fischers games. He
If you remember, Fischer sent an ulti five or six days, and then another
was the Fischer specialist in the team.
matum to the congress that was taking I also had a team for fitness as part camp or a tournament.
place in Nice during the Olympiads. of my preparation.
I remember in this congress that I
Who was in charge of the Soviet Chess
made a speech on behalf of myself

When the deadline passed, and Max Federation at that time and who would
and Korchnoi, because at that moment We had a chess department in the

Euwe declared you world champion, you answer to?
we were the two who could play Fis We were at a training camp near Ministry of Sport. Mr. Baturenski was
where were you?
cher. I was talking on behalf of two, Moscow. I remember I was playing the head of this department, so he was
so we discussed the things we should tennis at the time the journalist came responsible for all chess players and
sell [stress]. Korchnoi asked me to talk from Moscow and said there was a events. He was the person I contacted.
because it was known that when he declaration that Fischer didnt confirm, Pavlov was the Minister of Sports. He
became emotional or nervous, he would so they declared me world champion. was famous as one of the best minis
say much more than he should. At that ters of sports in my memory.
time we were friends. So I mentioned Two feelings, first, OK, I was happy
What was your feeling at that moment?
So, they tried to give you all the help
it to the delegates to the congress, that I had been declared the new world
This was a system that was established
you needed?
but then when I beat Korchnoi, he gave champion, but second I was not very
an interview and changed his position happy that I couldnt play Fischer. by Botvinnik as soon as Botvinnik
completely. He said absolutely a became world champion. It was always
different thing and so this was very like this. They did nothing very special
Were you angry at Fischer for not
No, its difficult to say. Like I said I had for me. It was just a continuation, so if
playing?
unpleasant for me. The congress in

Spassky hadnt made this crazy match [Florencio] Campomanes had spread this and talk about our match in
... Spassky had the same situation and a lot of rumors that Fischer would chess, not about politics, not about
so he received everything he asked. come to the Philippines for an impor these things. So it was maybe his
tant tournament in Manila. But the way to avoid the problem. Otherwise,
last day came and Fischer didnt arrive he showed full respect. I know from
Had you met Fischer before you became
Yes, I met Fischer when he became and everybody thought this was just a other grandmasters that he respected
the challenger?
world champion, three months later. rumor. Suddenly Campomanes told me chess players, especially very strong
that he decided to visit Japan. At that chess players. So we had a good talk,
This was in San Antonio. There was time he was already FIDE vice presi
Where was this?
good meeting.
this organizer, Mr. Church, invited dent of Asia. He said he didnt see for
Fischer for the closing ceremony on a long time Japan and [Yasuji] Mat
Would the match be outside of normal
the last day, so Fischer arrived. This sumoto, his friend, so he would come
channels or would it be for the world
was my first meeting with Fischer. He to Japan with me. Of course he knew He understood and realized and
championship?
knew all the others [players]. He had the next day I would fly to Tokyo and I understood that it would be the
played with them before, but we had that I would be there for two days. biggest match, so it didnt matter,
never met. Fischer came five minutes the cycle. For Fischer, this became
before the round, so he shook hands Yes, Campomanes joined me for the important. Probably, I believe this
So Fischer flew there just to meet you?
with everybody, every participant. Then flight to Tokyo, but of course he knew was the final excuse for him not to
he disappeared and so he didnt stay already Fischer should be in Tokyo. play, because he insisted to have the
for the closing ceremony. I didnt see When I arrived, Matsumoto was already title of Absolute World Championship
of Chess Professionals.
him anymore, only this one minute. in the airport, then we agreed to have
dinner in the Hilton Hotel. I was in the
It seems odd that he would come into
hotel and then Campomanes stopped
What was your impression of him at
this conversation ranting about Jews
He looked very nice and friendly, so I
that time?
there in the Hilton. He asked me to This was not the beginning.
and Communists.
had a good impression. I think it was come to his apartment [suite], so I
nice to invite him as a special guest for came to his apartment and he said
Where were you when you heard that
the tournament, a great tournament. I should expect a surprise. Suddenly, I was in Germany, in Hattenheim,
Fischer died?
To digress a moment, I understand Campomanes went out and one minute a famous place of Formula One racing.
Krogius was on Spasskys team as later he came with Fischer, so this was I have a chess school there and we
a big surprise, of course. We greeted had a training session with the junior
He was a grandmaster and a psycholo
a psychologist?
each other and shook hands, and then team of Germany. I think the director
gist. I dont know in which role Spassky he started to talk. I think Matsumoto of the school came and said he had
invited him. Spassky had good rela presided at this meeting and said why received news that Fischer had passed
tions with Krogius for many years away. It was very sad.
dont we all go have dinner together.
since the beginning of the 60s. I believe
It was unbelievable, because the Hilton
Spassky made a very big mistake Just as I said, it was shocking news,
is a big hotel, but as I remember we
What did you think at that time?
before the match when he stopped his but I knew he had some health prob
got to the restaurant at 7:00 in the
relations with [Igor] Bondarevsky who lems maybe due to this prison in Japan.
evening and there were no other people
was his main coach or trainer for many Also, he was captured in Pasadena. He
[there]. I was especially amazed that
years. He gave us lectures, and he wrote even a small book about his days
we had a table for four with no other
understood chess very well and he in prison in Pasadena. He wrote that he
understood Spassky much better than people. We had a very quiet dinner; it
was maybe like two hours. We dis was beaten. So, who knows. Maybe this
Krogius, psychologically. was one of the reasons he started to
cussed the possibility of playing a
match, so of course we realized if we have health problems. He was swim
Looking back on Fischers demands,
would have met before, we would have ming, playing tennis and so he paid
I think about the conditions of playing,
do you feel any of them were valid?
played in 75, a match. But, I think attention to his health, but suddenly he
some things he exaggerated, but not
Fischer wasnt ready to play, psycho got these problems and as we know now
too much. He was fighting for the best
logically. He could not even tell himself he didnt want to take his medicines,
conditions for the chess players. What
he wasnt ready. Yet, under pressure even medicine recommended by doctors.
he wanted was necessary. After Fischer He didnt believe them that he had these
stopped playing and I became world from Campomanes, he forced Fischer
to come. When Fischer was with Cam problems and so he died in the hospital.
champion, I just followed the book of Of course the chess world lost a fantastic
rules which we created for our match. pomanes, he [said he] was ready to
play, but when he was alone and prob chess player and an extraordinary per
Light is very important, because if you son. You may consider differently his
must concentrate for hours and sit in ably for himself he was saying, No, no,
declarations, but he was outstanding as
one chair for hours and days your chair Im not going to play. I think this was
a chess player. As I say, he probably was
should be comfortable and lights his problem.
one of the most famous American citi
should be good, otherwise you become When you were having the conversation
zens, even if he didnt live all these years
tired quickly. Fischer was correct, with Fischer, what did he say about not
in the United States. He was one of the
absolutely right. most famous, maybe [John] Kennedy,
No, we didnt discuss this. I realized
playing you?
Fischer, Elvis Presley. This is why.
I met him in 76 in Tokyo, Japan. Fischer was a complicator and argu
You eventually met Fischer again?
Marilyn Monroe. Even now, I know
Fischer came especially to see me. mentative. I realized immediately
for sure in Russia if you asked people,
At that time I had to obtain a Russian
visa to leave the country. It was not free
and I had to report why I should go to
he hated Jews and Communists.
So he was talking about that even at
they would say Fischer. .
Yes, he started talking and he was
that time?
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USCF Executive Board Candidate Statements
I am a candidate as a director for the USCF for no other I dont think I am the most qualified, or the least qual-
Eric Hecht reason than I believe all members of an organization ified candidate. I have a background in finance, and I
should have an opportunity to make a contribution. have served as a director for both private as well as
I have been a member of the USCF since 1999 when public companies. I am a governor of the Marshall
I first started to play Tournament chess. During that time Chess Club. I have worked for several large banks
I have had little interaction with the organization. One during my career as a financial analyst, and I have been
might ask, how can you want to be a director of an a private investor for the last several years. I have a
organization when you have had so little interaction with strong interest in chess, education, kids, and charita-
those that run the organization? Actually, it is for this ble giving. My intentions are pure. I am dispassionate
reason that I am running. The USCF appears to not about winning or losing this election. I am willing and
reach out to its members in such a way, that they ready to serve, or not depending upon what the mem-
reached me; a member for almost ten years!! This is bers of the USCF want. For sure, I believe the USCF
not a passing shot at those who run the organization, members should want and expect, that the USCF be a
because perhaps they do not view it as their respon- well run organization that is financially secure.
sibility to reach out and touch their members. And In addition, the members should feel secure that those
again, this is exactly the point. The USCF should be running the organization are not conflicted. Finally,
touching its members. It should be sponsoring events, the members should feel that their organization is
championships, etc. Some of this responsibility appears working for them, promoting chess education, and
to have been relegated to the private sector. Some chess activities. As a financial analyst, I do hope I
efforts made by the private sector have outshone the could make a strong contribution to the financial
USCF. Other efforts are run by those who govern the integrity of the organization.
USCF, but are not done under the banner of the USCF.
Maybe this is inefficient, or a conflict of interest, or Thank you for your consideration.
maybe not. It does beg the question however as to
whether the current directors and management of the
USCF are motivated to help the USCF succeed,
or whether they are content to see their efforts in the
private sector succeed. My view is that those who
are fully engaged in the business of chess should
probably not be running the largest non profit chess
organization in the U.S.
This is my final Chess Life statement as a candi- for any amount of money or forced dismantlement,
Michael Atkins date for the Executive Board this year. I hope you take has submitted their resignation from the board.
the time to read this and the other ten statements. Given this, I believe that the current Board Members
Learn about your candidates and vote for the ones who have sued the USCF should and ought to be
you think will best help move the USCF in the right removed from office.
direction. Whomever you vote for, it is important to If you vote for a single issue candidate, what hap-
do that to vote and have a say in the process. These pens when that issue is no longer pressing or is
are all four year terms so your choices have a long- resolved? Ive been around since 1973 and while
term effect. Use your ballot in this issue! tournament organization and direction is my area of
There are current board members suing the USCF expertise, I am flexible and can work with any group,
for $10,000,000. I can understand suing an indi- as I have done over the years. This included helping
vidual or a group of people, but suing the entire Military Chess organize and pull off the 2006 and
80,000-member organization is an affront to a board 2007 U.S. Armed Forces Open, helping Scholastic
members fiduciary duty to protect the resources of Chess run the U.S. Junior Invitational, helping Col-
the organization. The result of a lawsuit like this legiate Chess run the College Final Four, etc.
could be the dismantlement of the USCF. Chess oper- Chess Clubs and Tournaments are the lifeblood of
ations and functions as we know them would cease chess. The USCF is healthy when these are success-
to exist. It would take years for any new organization ful because they bring in rating fees, new members
arising from the chaos of a collapsed USCF to ever and the possibility of new life-long devotees to the
reach the same level of national integration. The game of kings. Tournaments fuel the passion to
only people that profit from lawsuits are lawyers, who improve which provides income for coaches and
make money no matter who wins. Defending these trainers who make their living in chess. Clubs help
lawsuits have taken hundreds of thousands of dol- create chess friends. When people can make a living
lars away from the USCF, money much better spent at something they love, it doesnt feel like a job.
promoting chess or staying under budget. Lets help them do that by electing a Board that will
As a Delegate from Virginia, I recently submitted an promote chess and better manage the USCF.
Advance Delegate Motion which states: A member
of the USCF Executive Board has a fiduciary duty to Please visit my web page at:
protect the assets and resources of the organization. www.members.cox.net/arlingtonchessclub/uscf_eb.htm
It is moved that from this day forward, any Execu-
tive Board member that sues the USCF as an entity,

Opinions expressed are solely those of the candidates.
For the last several years I have been organizing the past two years.
Blas Lugo Miami International Open and many other important I am not interested in chess politicking. I am not
events. I have much proven success in multiple facets interested in political power. I am only interested in
of chess. I am absolutely positive that I can help our making the USCF stronger and better.
chess federation in many ways if I am given the If elected, one of my first motions will be to stop
opportunity to serve. wasting what is left of members valuable resources
If elected to the USCF Executive Board, I plan to on legal fees by ending all lawsuits immediately. Money
bring harmony and new energy to our organization. saved could be redirected to better adult, scholastic,
I would concentrate my efforts in raising member- collegiate, correspondence, and military chess.
ships, securing much needed sponsorship, and
finding effective ways to cut expenses to make this Specifically, if elected, here are my pledges to
federation stronger. I have immeasurable experi- USCF members:
ence and success in these areas, and I can help I will work hard to restore and maintain
make the same happen for the USCF. a sound and balanced budget every year
This is an absolutely important election because that I am on the board
the USCF needs a new course of direction immedi-
I will work hard to protect members assets
ately. You, the members, can make this happen! We,
as an organization, cannot afford to continue throw- I will work hard to find ways to cut
ing away money frivolously, especially in this very unnecessary expenditures
difficult economy. We, as a members organization, I will work hard to develop a strong support
must be fiscally responsible. system for adult, scholastic, collegiate,
The current financial state of the USCF is extremely correspondence, Internet and military chess
I learned chess in Havana, Cuba when I was 13 fragile! According to the Federations statistics, the I will work hard to find ways to raise the
years old. Since then I have devoted my life to this USCF lost approximately 1,500 members between membership level
wonderful game. I became an International Master at February 2008 and February 2009. The USCF also
23, and I achieved my first Grandmaster norm in lost $419,968 in the first 7 months of this fiscal year I will work hard to bring in new sponsors for
1996 at the NY Open. I have been an active chess the USCF
(this information was provided by USCF Chief Finan-
player as well as an organizer and trainer for the cial Officer Joe Nanna). I will work hard to promote full transparency
last 25 years. In 1996 I founded the Miami Interna- Instead of investing money wisely in areas that can in all USCF dealings.
tional Chess Academy where I have taught countless help the USCF grow, hundreds of thousands of dol-
players of all ages. lars were wasted on unnecessary lawsuits in the
The fate of the USCF may well rest on the outcome We need to return professionalism and decorum to
Mike Nietman of the legal actions outlined by our Executive Direc- our Board. We need a cohesive Board to further the
tor on page 48 of the March Chess Life and online. USCFs goals. I know I can help. Since I do not obtain
While not a lawyer and not privy to the Executive my income from chess I have no conflicts of inter-
Board discussions of each case, from what Ive read est. I am an independent voice who promises to
and heard from respected sources USCF has a strong review each issue before a decision is made and to
position in each case. In my opinion at this time vote according to its merits supporting the Board with
settling would be a mistake. Of course that means whatever decision is made.
additional funds used to pay lawyers but then again, To conclude my series of articles I want to reiter-
settling would incur a cost too. We need to find the ate my experience having attended seventeen
truth in these issues and the only way to obtain that delegate meetings, served on numerous USCF com-
is to continue defending the lawsuits. mittees and been Scholastic Council Co-Chair for
To produce greater visibility to our finances we the last five years working with the Executive Board
should move to a two year budget cycle. Currently on numerous scholastic chess issues. Ive attended
the office and Executive Board propose an annual numerous Executive Board meetings at U.S. Opens
budget and the delegates approve it at their meet- and elsewhere. Im proud to have had over 150 mem-
ing in August. Interestingly our fiscal year starts in bers from twenty states sign my nomination papers.
June. By the time changes to the budget are It has been an honor to run for the USCF Executive
approved and implemented three months of the fis- Board no matter the result. I do encourage each and
cal year have concluded making it difficult to meet every eligible voter to cast their ballot. Your vote is
the budget if substantial changes are made. With a important to the future of the USCF! I would greatly
two year budget you alleviate half of that problem appreciate your support. Thank you!
while giving greater long term visibility to your
financial planning. If circumstances warrant, mod-
ifications to the second year of the budget may be
made by the delegates.
Also, our budgets should not be break even budgets.
We should budget for a surplus in order to deal with
contingencies that may occur during the budget period
or to build our coffers for the future. The surplus should
not be tapped without Executive Board approval.

As I wrote last month, there have been many USCF ported by evidence. He also filed for bankruptcy during
Bill Goichberg improvements in recent years including better publica- the campaign, swearing that he was unemployed and his
tions, lower adult dues, new national events, outstanding wifes monthly income was $830.
sponsorship, insurance for affiliates, and the end of our Both failed to inform USCF voters in their Chess Life
adult membership decline. However, we can do better. statements that they were married to each other. The fed-
These achievements have come despite the expense, dis- eral judge presiding over a current legal case has written
traction and damaging publicity caused by two Executive of them, Husband and wife should not be on the board,
Board members who I believe have little concern for the so one of them ought to resign. I believe that they both
interests of the organization they have a duty to serve. should resign.
An Executive Board member has sued USCF for $25 A candidate in this years election has sued USCF
million (later reduced to $10 million), an action that in my twice in recent years, and is currently appealing the
opinion is without merit, possibly filed to make its with- dismissal of his $20 million lawsuit against the Federa-
drawal a bargaining chip. Board members have a fiduciary tion. We need Executive Board members who are
duty to work for their organization, and I find this law- committed to work for USCF, not against it! For informa-
suit outrageous. tion on current lawsuits, see www.uschess.org/
This Board member has strenuously attempted to legalupdates.
place the Federation in a bad light. For example, as of I have been a loyal supporter of USCF for more than 40
today (April 20), her blog trumpets, The USCF lost years, enrolling tens of thousands of members. I have
$419,968 in the first 7 months of this fiscal year and claimed no travel expenses since being elected in 2005,
change is needed. This was posted Feb. 2 and has will do the same in the future, have made donations to
remained on her homepage ever since, however the USCF projects including $1000 to help create the Tour-
actual loss after 7 months was only $45,743, and she has nament of College Champions, and am a USCF Benefactor
failed to report subsequent monthly updates, including Life Member. I will always fight for USCFs interests.
10 month numbers e-mailed to the board on April 15 We are fortunate to have some excellent, experienced
showing a $161,787 surplus. Executive Board candidates this year who can be counted
This members husband, also a Board member, has on to support USCF. I hope to have earned your vote, and
been accused of making many anonymous and defam- recommend that you also vote for Jim Berry, Mike Atkins,
atory Internet posts, and has refused to deny these and Ruth Haring. For updated election commentary,
charges under oath. In the 2007 election, he claimed please see my website, www.checkmate.us.
senior management business experience turning
around multibillion dollar companies, a boast unsup-
Chief TD of 2008 United States Chess I have known USCF VP Jim Berry for 20 years and
Jim Berry Championship have the greatest respect for his contributions to
Coached 5 recent Denker (scholastic) chess as a player, organizer, and tournament direc-
representatives from Oklahoma tor. His experience serving on the Board of Directors
of the Stillwater National Bank (NASDAQ: OKSB) and
I have served for the last 10 years on the Board of his many years of service to chess in Oklahoma com-
Directors of the Stillwater National Bank, a $2.9 bil- bined with his easy going manner and team spirit
lion dollar bank. (NASDAQ: OKSB) No toxic assets make Jim Berry an ideal candidate for re-election to
here. We are one of the good banks. The USCF the USCF executive board.
should budget a small surplus and an emergency IM John Donaldson
fund, but expenses have been difficult to control this (2008 USA Olympiad Team Captain)
year due to the lawsuit filed against our USCF by an
executive board member. Jim Berrys diligence and financial expertise have
All expenses incurred while serving on the execu- been strong assets in the Executive Boards deliber-
tive board by Jim Berry have and will be paid out of ations over the past two years. USCF members will
my own pocket. I will not bill the USCF for any trans- be well served by electing him to a full term. Jim has
portation, meals, hotels; nada ... chess is my passion. my full and enthusiastic support.
The new dues structure recommended by the Randy Hough
USCF executive board and voted in by the USCF
delegates in Dallas in 2008 should result in a finan- Jim Berry has long been dedicated to chess and can
Here is what I bring to the table: cial improvement of over $150,000 savings by the be counted on to work for the best interest of USCF,
2010 fiscal year. We are also in a position to retire combining chess and business experience to a degree
Vice President of USCF from 2007 to present our Crossville, TN headquarters building mortgage rarely seen in Executive Board members. It has been
Rated 1906 USCF and 2054 FIDE in the near future; in fact, the EB has voted to pay a pleasure serving with Jim on the executive board,
Played 1,444 USCF-rated games since 1962 $100,000 towards the mortgage. and I strongly recommend his re-election.
Played in 7 recent U.S. Opens Your USCF executive board needs financial expert- Bill Goichberg
Played in 247 USCF tournaments ise and financial professionalism as well as an
Directed 87 tournaments as a Senior abiding love of chess. Our USCF will have all of the
Tournament Director above when you vote for Jim Berry for re-election.
Chief TD of 2007 and 2008 United States THANK YOU.
Womens Chess Championships

development of chess clubs and other chess organi- fitting from the experience of the U.S. Chess League.
Brian Mottershead zations. I believe that those goals are still the proper 4. The USCF should have 501(c)(3) status and be
goals for the USCF. able to receive tax-deductible contributions. That
But today, the U.S. Championship is struggling, and means operating for the good of chess and the
its success in any year depends almost entirely on the community as a whole, rather than focusing so
out-sourced organizer. Attendance at the U.S. Open has much on membership service. We need to be an
been declining for years. Apart from publishing Chess organization that can attract charitable contribu-
Life, the USCF spends little to promote knowledge of tions. Build an endowment for the USCF through
the game, never mind mastery. Fostering the develop- concerted fund-raising.
ment of chess clubs and organizations is not a focus. 5. Sponsor and underwrite chess courses, training
Here are some of the things which I think the camps and summer institutes, especially for juniors
USCF must do: and for those representing the USCF in international
1. Eliminate the requirement for USCF membership to competition. Provide scholarships. Lack of means
play in USCF-rated tournaments, especially for jun- should not be an impediment to talented players
iors. Rating chess tournaments should be covered becoming masters.
by rating fees, which should be nominal. A USCF 6. Recognize that in twenty years from now, the USCF
membership fee should not be an obstacle to play- will probably not be publishing a paper magazine,
ing rated, organized, chess. and continue to move chess news and features,
2. Expand the number of national tournaments, and tournament announcements, and competitor infor-
involve the USCF in co-sponsoring and under- mation onto uschess.org. The USCF should have a
writing major regional tournaments, along with world-class website.
state affiliates and local organizations. The U.S. Some of these ideas must be phased in rather than
Championship should not be out-sourced, and it implemented all at once. For example, eliminating
should be held in major cities. It should have a the requirement for USCF membership to participate
prize fund of at least $200,000 every year. Private in USCF-rated tournaments might dramatically reduce
This year is the seventieth anniversary of the found- for-profit companies, such as Continental Chess the number of people paying dues, bankrupting the
ing of the USCF. Its 1939 charter (still in effect) declared Association, control too much of the tournament Federation. But that is the direction in which we
that the missions of the USCF were: to hold two national scene. I support the effort to bring the Chess should be moving.
tournaments (the U.S. Open and the U.S. Champi- Olympiads to Chicago.
onship); to promote the knowledge of chess and to help 3. Organize chess leagues in schools and work-places, For more information about my ideas for the USCF,
players become masters of the game; and to foster the with proctored matches on Internet servers, bene- please visit my blog at http://micaissa.blogspot.com.
issues our organization faces. letter can be found at:

Brian Lafferty A wholesale revision of our bylaws is in order. We http://mysite.verizon.net/vzewuo9u/brianlaffertyfo
should look to other non-profit member organizations rabetteruscf/id3.html
bylaws for guidance. To that end, I went to a nation-
ally recognized organization in the field of non-profit Who Are Candidates Aligned With?
organizations, The Foundation Center, to obtain bylaws I am aligned with no other candidate or board mem-
from other organizations. ber. I am an independent voice. Sadly, three of the
http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/faqs/html/samp current board candidates may not be truly independ-
lebylaws.html ent. Candidate Lugo was recruited to run for the board
The Foundation Center has several examples of by Susan Polgar. Mr. Lugo so advised former USCF Pres-
excellent bylaws currently in use by national organi- ident Beatriz Marinello. Mr. Korenman ran in the last
zations that can help to guide us. board election on Ms. Polgars slate. Mr. Hecht has
At a minimum, we should revise our bylaws as worked closely with Mr. Lugo in running tournaments.
quickly as possible to provide that most all disputes I would urge you to ask these candidates, indeed, all
within the organization be resolved by binding arbitra- of the candidates, where their loyalty lies, with the USCF
tion before the American Arbitration Association as an or to an embattled Ms. Polgar.
alternative to expense litigation.
Please Vote
Freedom From Censorship This is your organization. Your vote in this election
As you by now know, the USCF is locked in litigation matters like never before. Only the membership can
The Time Has Come For Bylaw Revision with two board members, Paul Truong and Susan Pol- really protect and preserve this organization by elect-
Chess is the worlds most beautiful game and the gar. The Executive Board has gone to court in the ing board members who are open and honest, having
USCF has done much to promote it over the years. USCFs corporate home state, Illinois, to ask an Illinois ethical integrity. Please investigate each candidate
Sadly, our organization has become one of the more court to remove them from the board for cause. Ms. Pol- and make an informed decision in this election.
dysfunctional non-profits in the United States. This gar does not want you to read about any of these I ask you to help me make this a better USCF.
has resulted in much of the litigation we are currently matters in candidates statements here in Chess Life. http://mysite.verizon.net/vzewuo9u/brianlaffertyfo
mired in and the inability of the USCF to proactively deal On March 20, 2009, Polgars Texas attorney sent a let- rabetteruscf/index.html
with its problems in a straight-forward, streamlined ter to the USCF asking that candidate statements be
manner. With a board of directors (the Delegates) num- edited by the USCF to exclude references to Polgar,
bering 149 and effectively meeting once a year, this is Truong and any of the USCFs litigation matters involv-
a prescription for ineffective management of the major ing them. The USCF rightly refused. Polgars attorneys

I seem to be the only candidate who is telling the Regular members who joined or renewed after Sep-
Sam Sloan voters what I plan to do if elected. I have specific tember 24, 2008 may be wondering why they have not
plans on how to promote chess and how to bring received Chess Life magazine in the mail. The shock-
more players into our game, plus more money into ing answer is the current board voted unanimously to
our Federation. stop sending Chess Life in the mail to regular mem-
I previously served one year on the board. During that bers and to stop sending Chess Life for Kids in the
one year I kept every campaign promise I made in mail to regular scholastic members.
order to get elected. How many can say that? How March Chess Life said: Premium benefits for life
many did exactly the opposite of what they said they and sustaining members are only guaranteed through
were going to do once they got on the board? 2010. The current board claims that it is saving
My plans for the USCF involves big promotions of money by no longer sending Chess Life to regular
scholastic chess, an area that is being ignored by members. What they overlook is that once members
the current board. My plan will help all members, realize that they are no longer entitled to receive
because it will provide chess teaching jobs for the adult Chess Life, they will not renew.
members to teach chess to all the kids. The one year that I was on the board was the only
I will restore Chess Life to ALL adult members and year since 1995 that the USCF did not show a loss in
Chess Life for Kids to ALL scholastic members. I will real money. That was the only year since 1996 that
guarantee that all Life Members receive a printed copy there has been an increase in membership.
of Chess Life magazine for the rest of their lives, The USCF was fortunate to receive a bequest of
and not the Internet online Chess Life that life mem- $350,000. The money is now almost all gone, com-
bers are told that they may be receiving soon. pletely wasted in just one year. It is time for a change.
I will cut expenses to the bone. I will work to try to Were it not for the $350,000 bequest, this year might
break up what US District Judge Marilyn Patel called have been the last for the USCF. Time to throw the
the little cozy groups here of USCF Insiders who ben- bums out and bring in new leadership.
efit the few at the expense of the many. I will restore
the printed Chess Life to its former size of around 98
pages. I will institute honest accounting and eliminate
accounting tricks that have been hiding the horrific
financial losses of the last few years. I will restore the
Federation to profitability and a financial surplus.
Scholastic chess program, organized by Mikhail, Dr. Korenmans Statement for the USCF
Mikhail Korenman involve a lot of kids in Kansas and now in Illinois. I am currently living in Chicago and coaching chess
IM Anna Zatonskih, 2008 U.S. Womens Champion: in local area elementary and secondary schools. Some of
Mikhail Korenman is an excellent organizer and my strong chess credentials include:
dedicated chess enthusiast. He does a lot for Extensive experience working in non-profit
popularity of chess in the U.S. organizations.
Wes Fisk, Lindsborg, KS, City Council: Mikhail has Excellent success in grant writing.
worked tirelessly on the behalf of chess and Organized many successful major chess events,
chessplayers. He is a visionary, who thinks including the U.S. Junior Open and Invitational, the
outside the box. Pan-American, the Final Four, and numerous world
class FIDE tournaments and matches.
Support for the election was also received by U.S. Initiated the internationally acclaimed Chess for
Champions Onischuk, Shulman, Zatonskih, Goletiani; Peace program with Gorbachev, Karpov, Onischuk,
Grandmasters Akobian, Kaidanov, Ehlvest, Ibragimov, Shulman, Polgar, Krush, Zatonskih, etc., that was
Stripunsky, Khachiyan, Perelshteyn, Goldin, International featured in National Geographic, The NY Times, NPR,
Masters Donaldson, Schneider. NBC, PBS, and countless print and TV media across
the U.S. and around the world.
National media on Dr. Korenmans chess Served on the USCF Scholastic Council.
achievements:
Current member of the Scholastic Committee.
I am grateful for your hard work to promote peace.
Support for Dr. Korenmans Candidacy FIDE International Organizer.
Letter from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter
GM Anatoly Karpov, 7-time World Champion: In recent years Lindsborg has witnessed a minor Additional Chess Awards:
I am very impressed with the tremendous progress and revolution in self-identity, and one man is largely 2006 USCF Special Service Award
development of the chess programs by Mikhail Koren- responsible for the shift: Mikhail Korenman 2005 Rotary International Service Award
man over the years. He has done so much for chess. has made this town crazy for the game of chess. 2005 Community Service Award (Lindsborg)
IM John Donaldson, Captain - U.S. Olympiad Teams: I National Geographic magazine 2005 FIDE International Organizer
believe Mikhail has the leadership ability, energy, and Mr. Korenmans enthusiasm, imagination and 2004 USCF Chess Organizer of the Year
vision to help the USCF out of its current problems. web of contacts have been crucial to the burgeoning With my experience in multiple facets of scholastic,
GM Alexander Onischuk, 2007 U.S. Champion: appeal of chess here. The New York Times college, adult, professional, and womens chess, I can help
Dr. Korenman understands professional, amateur, and In the United States, Korenman has built an make the USCF a much stronger organization.
scholastic chess. Hell be a big asset for the USCF EB. impressive rsum as competitor, teacher and tour- Vice-President, Illinois Chess Association
GM Yury Shulman, 2008 U.S. Champion: nament organizer. The Star President, International School of Chess

within 700 miles. Each summer, the U.S. Open was an If elected to the Board, I pledge to:
Ruth Haring exciting event. My high school participated in the
National High School Championship and my college in be a team player and be committed to the USCF
the Pan-Am Intercollegiate. I was president of both my mission;
high school and college chess clubs. These experi- work to reform bylaws and rules so that the USCF
ences helped to form who I was, provided valuable life has a framework to avoid litigations. Board mem-
lessons about teamwork and leadership, and were part bers who file lawsuits against the USCF seeking
of the essence of the computer professional I later personal gain, should be removed from the board
became ... and it was all due to chess. I cant imag- because this is a violation of fiduciary duty;
ine a better way to be educated and learn about participate, listen, read & study, and make reasoned
people and the world. decisions;
In 1973, I played in my first U.S. Womens Champi- be alert to signs of trouble (financial, manage-
onship. I placed second and was invited to play on the ment, litigation) and respond appropriately;
U.S. Team in the Medellin Olympiad. In 1975 I qualified avoid conflicts of interest and always act in the best
for the Womens Interzonal, earning the International interests of the membership;
Woman Master title. I later represented the U.S. at establish performance standards and hold manage-
Olympiads in Haifa, Buenos Aires, Malta, and Lucerne. ment accountable to meet those standards.
I have seen first hand how chess can affect people's
lives in a positive way. Like other players, I have expe- As a board member my focus will be on 1) ensuring
rienced the joy and satisfaction of winning a well- the USCF has a fundraising program which will grow
My name is Ruth Haring and I live in Chico, Califor- played game, and the crushing disappointment that can the organization and ensure the future so that we can
nia. I am an International Woman Master, management come with a tough loss. effectively promote the game, and 2) expanding pro-
professional in the computer industry, and candidate As a manager in Silicon Valley, I have been success- motion efforts by bringing in new memberships,
for USCF Executive Board. ful at translating vision into realitya skill that would promoting excellence, and expanding premiere events
As a teenager, I lived in a small university town, prove most useful if elected to the board. My back- and media coverage.
Fayetteville, Arkansas. To improve at chess, we had to ground as an organizer and leader will allow me to be I am eager to channel my efforts into helping USCF
travel to nearby states where there were stronger an effective enactor of change. I have 20+ years expe- reach the next level. I am looking forward to serving
players we could learn from. From about 1969 to rience working at IBM, TRW, Lockheed Martin, Space on the executive board and hope you will give me
1973, most weekends, we drove to Kansas City, Tulsa, Applications, and eBay in positions including Program- your support. For more information, visit my website,
Stillwater, Oklahoma City, Little Rock, Memphis, St. mer, Member of the Technical Staff, Team Leader, www.RuthHaring.com
Louis, Dallas, and anywhere there was a tournament Project Manager, Manager, & Program Manager.
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Back to Basics
Tenacity Rewarded
If the game remains complicated for several moves, a lower-rated player is likely to
By GM Lev Alburt
err firstand lose. But there are exceptions.
The winner of this months award, Ryan Rather than going into an unfamiliar,
Winstead, was fighting in unfamiliar ter and complex, position Ryan should have rnlqk+ r
ritory for many moves starting on move tried to steer the game into somewhat ppp nplp
three (or even move two) against a much known territory. For instance, if after 1. d4
higher rated opponent. Ryan defended d5 2. c4 he plays the Slav to play 2. ... + + +p+
well, looking, as he noted, for good nat c6, if Orthodox 2. ... e6. + + + +
ural moves, and eventually enforcing
the ending, where he demonstrated PPp + +
3. b4 g6
greater foresight than his opponent. (My + +P+NP
comments within the game are, as usual, rnlqklnr
in italics). Writes Ryan: PL + P P
ppp pp+p RN+QKL+R
My name is Ryan J. Winstead, Im 15 + + +p+ After 8. g3
years old and this is a game I played in
a tournament in Louisville, Kentucky, a
+ + + +
game in 60 (third and last round of the PPp + +
day). I won my other two games and was
8. ... b6
Maybe ... Bg4 was better for me, but I
now playing against Mike Thomas who
+ + +N+
felt that the bishop could be better used
had also won all of his games that day. P+ PPPPP along the long diagonal.
We were playing for all the money and ECO gives 8. ... c5 9. bxc5 Na6 with
I was a bit intimidated to say the least. I
RNLQKL+R
equality (Romanishin Timoschenko, 1973).
was rated 1472 while my adversary was After 3. ... g6
The a6 knight goes to c5, e7 knight to c6.
rated a whopping 1900! Im sure he was
nt too worried about the match and was At this point I felt like I had made some
planning a decent victory over me who kind of mistake and now my pawn would
9. Bg2 Bb7 10. 0-0 0-0 11. Nbd2 Nbc6
be lost because I couldnt defend it with Now I feel more secure that my pawn
wouldnt with that kind of lead in rating? will hold firm and might even give me a
Heres the game: my c pawn. I might as well try and save
it with my bishop probably not book nice space advantage.
Reti Opening (A09) moves on my part.
Mike Thomas (1900) No, 3. ... g6 is a good (i.e., book) move.
12. a3 Re8 13. Nb3 Nf5
Ryan Winstead (1472) Good is 3. ... f6, too. Both moves equalize.
r+ qr+k+
Barnes & Noble, Louisville, August 2008 4. Bb2 Bg7 5. e3 e5
plp +plp
I was getting more worried now that he
is already assaulting my pawn.
1. Nf3 d5 2. c4 pn+ +p+
All right, already in unfamiliar terri + + +n+
tory for me, Ive played these kinds of
6. exd4 exd4
systems where White follows with 2. g3 I feel some tension has been relieved,
PPp + +
and that kind of Kings Indian deal but he but my pawn still treads on enemy PN+P+NP
had something more unexpected up his infested ground!
sleeve. Here Id play 6. ... e4.
L + PLP
Too early to find yourself in unfamiliar R +Q+RK
territory. After 13. ... Nf5
7. d3 Ne7
Getting my knight out and preparing to
castle. If my pawn needs some extra I was a tad concerned with 14. g4
removing my defender, but then I would
2. ... d4
It took me three minutes to decide defense, f5 is a good spot for my knight.
play 14. ... Nh4 with attacking chances on
whether to take, defend or push. I was
the kingside.
totally unprepared for this opening but I
Correct.
8. g3
still tried my hardest, hoping for a win or
draw.
(see diagram top of next column) 14. b5 Nb8

I couldnt see a better square. I want to
bring the knight back out onto d7 or sup
25. Nfe5 35. ... Ke7 36. Kd3 Kd6 37. g4 Kd5
The move 25. Nxb6 works after 25. ... Now its the black king which is better
port the pawn push on c6.
Rxb6 or 25. ... Qxb6 (26. Re8+!), but the centralized, guaranteeing Black a victory.
calm 25. ... Nc6 leaves the b6 knight inde Whites pawn moves cant help in fact,
fensible. they make Blacks job easier.
15. c5 c6
I felt clever with this move and thought
it took care of any queenside problems.
The move 15. ... c6 blocks the b7 bishop,
25. ... Bxg2 26. Kxg2 Qe8 38. g5 b5 39. f4 b4 40. h4 Nb1 41. Nb3 Nc3
It looks kind of stupid to line up my
allowing White to get an edge (to win a
42. Nd2 Ke6
queen with the white rook, but I thought An excellent move! Whites pawns will
pawn) with 16. g4 and 17. Nfxd4 (if 16. ...
it was a nice pin that forces a queen soon fall.
Nh4, then 17. Nxh4 Qxh4 18. Bxd4). Thus,
trade.
Blacks best was 15. ... bxc5 16. Nxc5
Like 18. ... Ra7, a truly superb move.
Bd5.
43. Ne4 Kf5
Yes, 43. ... Kf5 wins, and easily enough,
but what can be easier than to go into a
27. Qxe8 Rxe8
pawn ending with 43. ... Nxe4 (this is al
16. bxc6
Missing an opportunity I noted in my pre + +r+k+ most always true if you are on top pawn
vious comment.
+ + +plp endings are the most winnable of all).
16. ... Nxc6
p + +p+
Now my knight is back on a good
44. Nd6+ Kxf4 45. Nxf7 Kg4 46. Kc4 Kxh4 47.
square, once again supporting my pawn.

Kxb4 Ne4, White resigned.
n + Nn+
With little time left on his clock and
+Np + + Black about to be two passed pawns up,
White resigns.
17. cxb6 axb6 18. Nbd2 Ra7
P +P+ P
+ qr+k+ I believe there is an important lesson to
L + PKP learn here.
rl+ +plp + + R + Even if youre up against someone
pn+ +p+ much higher rated than you and youre
After 27. ... Rxe8
confronted with an unexpected opening
+ + +n+ that you feel is just going to blow you
+ p + + 28. Nf3 away, dont lose your cool, play natural
White had to foresee the coming loss of moves and play your best. When theyre
P +P+NP a pawn after 28. Nf3 and avoid it by higher rated than you, the victory is even
L N PLP first playing 28. Nxa5, with equality. sweeter. It was a great match and a good
lesson to be learned.
R +Q+RK Ryan found himself as early as move
two in unfamiliar waters, but navigated
28. ... Rxe1
After 18. ... Ra7 I saw a neat way to win a pawn here,
and I finally felt like I had the edge. them quite well. After the exchange of
I think this was the highlight of my queens Ryan enforced, White probably
game. The move felt strong and flexible. playing too quickly didnt see that natu
I could play my queen to a8 and ral 28. Nf3 loses a pawn. On the 35th
29. Nxe1 Nxc4 30. dxc4 Nd6 31. Nf3 Nxc4
He counterattacked my pawn but I still
strengthen the a8 h1 diagonal or play move, White, surprisingly, missed a chance
knew I could get the a pawn out of it.
my bishop back to a8 and double rooks. to bring his king to a dominant d5 square.
Indeed, a very good strategic move. 32. Bxd4 Bxd4 33. Nxd4 Nxa3
Now Im a solid passed pawn up in the
His fate was then sealed. .
endgame, and I was up several minutes
19. Re1 Ba8 20. Rxe8 Qxe8 21. Qb3 Qd8 22.
on the clock, so I felt victory was at hand.

Nc4 Rb7
Great, now he wants to harass another
of my pawns and make me a tad uncom
fortable how nice of him!
34. Kf3 Kf8
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After 24. ... Rb8 (by Lev Alburt and Al Lawrence) to
35. Ke3
Bad and illogical move. Why not get the person submitting the most in
I must defend that threat of Re8+! while more space for the king with 35. Ke4, e.g., structive game and annotations.
placing my bishop back on that diagonal. 35. ... Ke7 36. Kd5, with chances to draw?

Endgame Lab
Anand in Linares
As usual, this tournament of super-GMs proved strong. The top-ranked, freshly-

By GM Pal Benko
minted world champion Viswanathan Anand achieved only an average result

against an ambitious young field. Lets examine his up and downs.
Endgame knock out 15. Bd2 Bxd2+ 16. Kxd2 Ke7 17. Bd3 Be6 18.
Slav Defense (D15)
+l+ rk+ Nc7
GM Viswanathan Anand (FIDE 2791) + + +ppp Going after a passive bishop, but mak
GM Yue Wang (FIDE 2739) ing the f5 pawn more vulnerable after
Linares, 2009
p+ +p+ + the trade.
+ + r + 18. ... Rag8 19. Nxe6 Kxe6 20. Rxg8 Nxg8 21.
1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nf3 Nf6 4. Nc3 a6 5. a4 e6
6. g3 dxc4 7. Bg2 c5 8. dxc5 P + + + Ke2 Ne7 22. Kf3 Rc8 23. a4 Rc7 24. a5 h6 25.
Intending to run into an early endgame, + R P P h4 Kf6 26. h5 Nc8 27. Kf4 Nd6 28. Rg1 Rc8
trusting in the strength of his g2 bishops

29. f3 Ke6 30. Rg7 Rh8
+ +P+LP
diagonal.
R + + K + + + r
After 20. ... 0-0
8. ... Qxd1+ 9. Nxd1 Bxc5 10. Ne5 Nd5 11.
Ne3 Nxe3 12. Bxe3 Bxe3 13. fxe3 pp+ +pR
rnl+k+ r 23. Kf2 Ke7? + nk+ p
This routine move proved a crucial mis P +p+p+P
take. Instead the careful 23. ... g6 was
+p+ +ppp
p+ +p+ + reasonable.
+ P K +
+ + N + 24. b5! axb5
+ +LPP+
P+p+ + + Longer resistance could have been put
P + + +
+ + P P up with 24. ... Rxb5. + + + +
After 30. ... Rh8
P +P+LP 25. Ra7+ Kf6
A sad necessity, since 25. ... Kf8 26.
Rc7 b4 27. Rd3! wins outright.
R + K +R 31. Bc2
After 13. fxe3 Black can barely control all the possi
ble break in points, so White steps up the
The doubled pawns have no real signif
26. Rf3+ Kg6 27. Rfxf7 Rg8 28. Rfc7
The black rook is still trapped. pressure.
icance here since they are difficult to
approach. 28. ... Rh5 29. h4 Kf6 30. Ra8 Rc5 31. Rcxc8 31. ... Rc8 32. Bb3 Rh8 33. Rg1 Rc8 34. Rg7
Rxc8 32. Rxc8 b4 33. Bd7, Black resigned. Rh8 35. Rg2 Rc8 36. Rg1 Ne8
Black is almost in Zugzwang. He wants
13. ... c3 14. b4!
Black could have set up a possible Weak double pawns to give up control of neither the c file nor
defense with a knight on c5, keeping the the eighth rank but 36. ... Nc4 is not
king on c7 safe due to the closed c file. Semi-Slav Defense (D45)
GM Magnus Carlsen (FIDE 2776) advisable either because of 37. Bxc4 or
14. ... Nd7 15. Nd3 Rb8 16. 0-0 b5 17. axb5 GM Viswanathan Anand (FIDE 2791) 37. Rc1.
Rxb5 18. Rfc1 Ne5 19. Nxe5 Rxe5 20. Rxc3 Linares, 2009 37. e4 fxe4 38. fxe4 Nf6 39. e5 Ne4 40. Ke3
0-0 b6 41. axb6 axb6 42. Kd3 Nf2+ 43. Ke2 Ne4
1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e3 e6 5. Nf3
44. Ke3
(see diagram top of next column) Nbd7 6. Qc2 Bd6 7. g4!? Nxg4 8. Rg1 Qf6 9.
White plays to encircle the c8 bishop
Rxg4 Qxf3 10. Rxg7 Nf6 11. h3 Qf5
while simultaneously preventing the Accepting doubled pawns here is a
return of the e5 rook through b5. doubtful strategy, forcing Anand to defend
himself for 50 moves.
44. ... f6 !?
Black decides to offer a pawn to free
himself. If 44. ... Ng5 45. Ra1.
21. Bc6 Rd8 22. e4 Kf8
Another playable alternative was 22. ...
12. Qxf5 exf5 13. cxd5 cxd5 14. Nb5 Bb4+
f5. Preferable is 14. ... Bb8. 45. Rg6 Rc1 46. Rxh6 Rh1

Problem I Problem II
Bill Alexander (California), 2009 Yuri Bazlov (Russia), 2008
Benkos Bafflers
Most of the time these studies + + + + + + + +
resemble positions that could actu + +
+r + + +n+ +
ally occur over the board. You must
simply reach a theoretically won
+ + + + + +L+ +
position for White. Solutions can be
+ + N + N + + +
found on page 71. + +N+ k + + N +
+ + +K+ +p+ k +
Please e mail submissions for
Benkos Bafflers to: pbenko@
+ +L+ + + + +K+
uschess.org
+ + + + + + + +
White to play and win Black to play and White wins
72. Rh5+ Kd6 73. b4 d3 74. Rh3 Ne5 75. Kb3

+r+ + + d2 76. Kc2 Nc6 77. Rh4 Kd5, Black resigned. + + + +
+ + +p+ Carlsen played like an old, seasoned + + + pk
p +k+ p GM. P+ +R+ +
+ +pP +P Stalemate! + + + p
GM Vassily Ivanchuk (FIDE 2779)
GM Viswanathan Anand (FIDE 2791)
+ Pn+ + + +K+P+
+L+ K + Linares, 2009 + + + +r
P + + + + + + +
+ + + R + rk+ + + + + +
After 44. Ke3 + +rp + After 46. ... Rxh3
Even better was to first play 46. Re1+

+ +p+p+ after 47. ... Rg3 48. Kc6 Rxg4 49. a7 Ra4
47. Kd3 Rh1. R +pP + 50. Kb7 would win the rook soon). In the
race coming up, every tempo matters.
47. Bc2 Rh3+ 48. Kf4 Rh4+ 49. Kf3 Nd2+ 50. P+ + +P+ But foreseeing Blacks best answer to 47.
Ke2 Rh2+
+P+ P + Kd5 should lead White to Kd4!! as 47. ...
If 50. ... Rxd4 51. Rxf6+ Kxe5 52. Rf5+ Rg3 48. Kc5 Rxg4 49. Re5! Kg6 50. a7
Ke6 53. h6 looks good enough for White.
+ + + P Ra4 51. Kb6 wins. For example: 51. ...
+ R + K Rxa7 52. Kxa7 Kh5 53. Kb6 Kg4 54. Kc5
51. Kd1 Nc4 52. Rxf6+ Ke7 53. Bg6 Rd2+ 54.
After 32. Rxa5
Kf4 55. Kd4 g4 56. Re7 Kf3 57. Rf7+
Kc1 Rxd4 55. b3 Nxe5 56. Rxb6 Rh4 57. Bf5
wins.
Anand is in trouble again! The two
Nf3?
Misses an opportunity to obtain a the passed pawns are rather frightening so a
47. ... Rc3 !!
oretical draw after 57. ... Rh1+ 58. Kb2 quick counter action is needed. The move that saves the game. Now
(58. Kc2 Nf3) 58. ... Nc4+! 59. bxc4 Rxh5. 48. Rc6 Rg3 and there is no Kc6 so White
32. ... Rf3 33. Ra7 loses time. Thus 49. Kc5 Rxg4 50. a7
+ + + + Stronger is 33. Ra6. Ra4 51. Kb6 g4 52. Rc8 (If 52. Rc4!?
Rxc4 53. a8=Q Rf4 followed by ... Rf6 is
+ + k + 33. ... g5 a theoretical draw.) 52. ... Kg6 53. a8=Q
R
+ + + It was better to fearlessly play 33. ... Rxa8 54. Rxa8 Kf5 draws. The main point
Rxe3. If 34. Rcc7 Kh7! 35. g5 Re1+ with is that there is no need to fear 48. a7 since
+ +p+L+r perpetual check. after 48. ... Ra3 49. Re7 Kh6 50. Kc6 g6!
+P+ + + the stalemate saves the game thanks
34. Re1 d4! 35. exd4 Rxb3 36. Rf1 Rd3 37. to the doubled pawns. So 51. Kb7 Rxa7+!
+ + + + Rxf8+ Kxf8 38. a5 Rxd4 39. h3 Kg8 40. a6 is possible, while after 51. Kd7 Ra2 just
K + + + Ra4 41. Kf2 Ra5 42. Kf3 waiting draws too. An unbelievable
Played since 42. Ra8+ Kf7 43. a7 is a escape! White kept pressing for the win
+ + + + simple draw. but to no avail.
Analysis after 59. ... Rxh5
42. ... Rxe5 43. Re7 Kh7 44. Re8 Ra5 45. 48. Rb6 g6 49. Kd6 Kh6 50. Rb8 Ra3 51. Ra8
Rxe6 Ra3+ 46. Ke4 Rxh3 Kg7 52. Kc5 Ra1 53. Kb6 Rb1+ 54. Ka7 Rb4
58. h6 Nd4 59. h7! 55. Rb8 Rxg4 56. Rb5 Ra4 57. Rxg5 Rb4 58.
Wins the Exchange via a geometrical Rc5 Kh6 59. Rc6 Kh5 60. Rb6 Rf4 61. Rb5+
motif; the rest is easy.
The extra pawn is gone, but the a
pawn is still dangerous.
.
g5 62. Kb6 Rf6+ 63. Ka5 Rf7 64. Kb6 Rf6+
65. Ka5, Draw.
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h8=Q Rxh8 63. Rxh8 Kc5 64. Rh5 Nc6 65.
47. Kd5
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Rh4 Nb4 66. Ka3 d4 67. Rh5+ Nd5 68. Kb2
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11.Team trophies: top three middle schools, top club. U11: Individual trophies:
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2009 National Scholastic (K-12) top 3 overall, best player for ages 9, 8, 7, 6&under. Team trophies: top three
Bidding Deadlines
Please contact the National Office if you
elementary schools, top club. All participants receive commemorative medals.
EF: $35 ($30 per player if 4 or more pre-register together) advance; $50 after
December 27 30 South Padre Island, are interested in bidding for a National

2009 Pan Am Intercollegiate July 10th. Cash only at site. Schedule: Opening ceremony: Friday at 2:45pm.
Texas Event. The USCF recommends that bids

Rounds: Friday 3:00pm, Saturday 10:00am and 2:00pm, Sunday 10:00am and
be submitted according to the following

2:00pm. Closing ceremony: Sunday 5:30pm. Side Events: ($20/event) BLITZ:
Friday at 7:00pm. BUGHOUSE: Saturday at 7:00pm. SIMUL: Friday at 7:00pm
schedule. However, bids may be consid

2010 National Junior High and Saturday at 7:00pm. PARENTS AND COACHES TOURNEY: 3SS G/30 (not
April 9 11 Minneapolis, Minnesota ered prior to these dates.

Championship rated) Saturday 10:30am, 2:15pm, 3:30pm. Info/questions: ashish@vaja
*USCF reserves the right to decline all

chess.com or 414-234-1005, [email protected] or 608-334-2574. Make
Checks Payable to and Send Entries to: VICA, 6822 North Crestwood Dr.,
April 16 18 Columbus, Ohio bids and organize the event itself.

2010 Senior High Championship Glendale WI 53209 or online registration at www.wscachess.org. WCL JGP.
World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 20

July 17-19 or 18-19, Florida

5SS, G/120 (2-Day Option, Rd 1, G/60), $10,500 b/200 paid entries, 60%
Guaranteed. Junior entries, all Class E, and Unrated Section count as 2/3. Free
entry for GMs and IMs, deducted from winnings. Marriott Boca Raton, 5150
Tournament memberships not valid for National events Town Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33486, www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pbibr-boca-
raton-marriott-at-boca-center/. Free parking! HR $109, 1-888-888-3780 Group
Code: USCUSCA 8 Sections, Rated players may play up one class only. MAS-
Junior Tournament Memberships (JTMs) Available
USCFs Tournament Membership (TM) program, which allows players the option of joining for only
TER (2200/up), FIDE Rated, $1,000-500-300 (U2400: 400-200-100), EXPERT
one event at a greatly reduced rate, has been modified. Junior TMs for age 24 or below may be
(2000-2199), $800-400-200, CLASS A (1800-1999), $800-400-200, CLASS B
purchased from affiliates and are now available to them for $7 online with rating report submis
(1600-1799), $800-400-200, CLASS C (1400-1599), $800-400-200, CLASS D
(1200-1399), $800-400-200, CLASS E (U1200), $300-200-100, Unrated, $300-
sions. They include one issue of Chess Life or Chess Life for Kids, and $5 of this fee may be applied
100. National Class Champion title and plaques to each Class winner.Tie-breaks:
to a full membership within 60 days. JTMs not valid for National events.
MSCO. EF: $75 postmarked or on line by 7/10, $85 after. Special EF: $45 by
Many scholastic tournaments exist that are not USCF rated, and the USCF is concerned that the
7/10 ($55 after) for all players in Class E, Unrated Section, and Junior U18 in
reason is that organizers fear losing players unwilling or unable to pay entry fee plus dues. The
Class C or D. No checks on site. 3-Day Schedule: Registration Fri (7/17) 5-
availability of a $7 option should cause some of these events to switch to being USCF rated, pro
7pm. Rds. Fri 8pm, Sat 1pm & 6:30pm, Sun 9:30am & 2:30pm. 2-Day Schedule:
moting membership. The idea behind the TMs is not to sign up a lot of them, but rather to cause
Registration Sat (7/18) 8-9am. Rds. Sat 10am, 1pm (merges with 3-Day Sched-
ule) & 6:30pm, Sun 9:30am & 2:30pm. Byes for all rounds, must commit before
more USCF rated tournaments to be held.
end of Rd 2. SIDE EVENTS: 5-min BLITZ, Sat after Rd 3, 2 sections, entries
More details on uschess.org.

will be split in Upper and Lower, $10 EF on site, 75% returned in prizes;
SCHOLASTIC TOURNAMENT, 5SS, G/30, One day only, Sat 7/18, $20 by
Rating supplements will be updated EACH MONTH on the USCF website, and each
7/10, $25 after. Sections: K-3, K-6, K-9, K-12. Prizes: Trophies to top 7 in each
division. All scholastic players in this side event will receive a commemorative
monthly rating supplement will be used for all tournaments beginning in that month,
unless otherwise announced in Chess Life. The USCF website at www.uschess.org also
medal. ENTRIES: Mail to USCF, ATTN: 2009 US Class, P.O. Box 3967, Crossville,
TN 38557. Enter online: https://secure.uschess.org/webstore/tournaments.
frequently lists unofficial ratings.The purpose of unofficial ratings is to inform you of php. Tournament website link at uschess.org. Info: [email protected],
your progress; however, most tournaments do not use them for pairing or prize pur-
(713) 530-7820. WCL JGP.
poses. If you would otherwise be unrated, organizers may use your unofficial rating at
their discretion, even without advance publicity of such a policy.
Aug. 1-4, Indiana
World Chess Live Tournament of College Champions
6SS, 40/2, SD/1, Indianapolis Marriott East (see U.S. Open). Sponsored by World

Chess Live, open to all undergraduate or graduate college students. NO EF, $60 scholastic (K-12), $20 anyone but not eligible for cash prizes. $5 refund at 5 pm, Fri, Nov 20. One section only, K-12. Bughouse Awards: 1st-10th Place.
$5000 GUARANTEED PRIZE FUND! In 3 sections. Championship, open to at tournament with proof of ICA membership (Scholastic entries count as 1/2 Blitz Tournament Sat, Nov 21, K-6 & K-12, 6:30 pm, EF $15 USPS/on-line
all rated 2100 or over, plus one under 2100 player per college if designated as entry, No-cash prize entry does not count towards based on) - non-cash prize by 10/25, 6 pm, $20 USPS from10/26 11/17; $20 on-line 10/26, 6:01 pm -
an official representative. $$G 1000-500-300-200, U2200 $300-150, US Indi- entry fee not eligible for any discounts. SPECIAL COMBINED ENTRY FEES: 11/19, 6pm; $25 on site. Registration closes at 5 pm, Sat, Nov 21. Blitz
vidual Collegiate Champion trophy to top US college player. Under 2100, open Discounted Entry fees available for registering for the US G/60 & US G/30 ($5 Awards: Individual: 1st-20th in each section. Team: 1st-10th in each section.
to all under 2100 or unrated. $$G $400-200-150-100, U1900 $280-140. Under off each tournament) - non-cash prize entry fee not eligible for any discounts. Awards Ceremony for Blitz and Bughouse: Sun, 9 am. NYA Awards Cer-
1700, open to all under 1700 or unrated. $$G $320-160-120-80, 1300-1499 $200- SPECIAL OFFER FOR ILLINOIS OPEN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS: Enter either emony: Sun, Nov 22, 5:30-7 pm. Club Teams allowed! Master simuls and
100, U1300 $200-100. Reg. ends Sat 5:30 pm, rds. Sat. 7 pm, Sun/Mon 11 am the US G/60 or US G/30 and receive a $5 rebate for your early registration analysis scheduled. Hotel Info: DoubleTree hotel, Oakbrook, Il (hotel registra-
& 7 pm, Tue 11 am. WCL JGP. Note: 2009 WCL Tournament of College Cham- to the 2009 Illinois Open State Championships. For more information visit tion code: NYA) www.doubletreeoakbrook.com, or doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/
pions certification form located at: http://main.uschess.org/images/stories/ www.chessforlife.com. Mail payments (made payable to) and registration groups/personalized/CHIOADT-NYA-20091120/index.jhtml (630) 472-6020 or
scholastic_chess_resources/2009_entryform_toc_certification_form.pdf. information to: North American Chess Association, 2516 North Waukegan Road 630 472-6000 (1.800.222.TREE), HR single/double/triple/quad $89. Enter on
Suite 342, Glenview, IL 60025. Byes: One 1/2 pt bye allowed. Rd 4 bye must line (except Bughouse) at nya2009.com. Checks payable only to Chess
A Heritage Event!
commit by start of Rd 2. Re-enter with 1/2pt bye in Rd 1 for $50. August Sup- Central (no checks to USCF or Mike Zacate): Mail registrations with name-
Aug. 1-9, 4-9 or 6-9, Indiana
plement used. Schedule: Reg: 8:15am - 9:15am, Rds: 10, 12:30, 3, 5:30. Hotel contact info-grade-birthday-team/school-uscf ID & exp.-address-city-zip-e-mail
110th annual U.S. Open rates: $99+tax, 847-679-8900. Mention North American Chess Association rate. address-coach name & contact info to Mike Zacate (Please, no checks
CELEBRATE USCFS 70TH ANNIVERSARY BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS TRADI- Reserve by 8/7 or as available only. Car rental: Hertz, 800-654-3131, Hertz payable to Mike or USCF), 9401 Birch, Mokena, IL 60448. Updated
TIONAL EVENT! New features this year include 4-day option requiring only 3 CDP#178693. BRING BOARDS, SETS, CLOCKS - NONE PROVIDED. USCF mem- info/Hotels/On-Line Entries: nya2009.com. $10 service charge for on-site
nights hotel stay for most players, and later start for 6-day option so most will bership required. NS,NC,W. Information: Sevan A. Muradian 888.80.CHESS or section/roster changes, and all refunds. Bookdealers scheduled.
need only 5 nights hotel stay. 9SS, 40/2, SD/1 (4 day option, Rds. 1-6, G/60). [email protected]. For further information, online registration and payment
please visit www.nachess.org/g30. Checkmate Chess Supply Co will be book-
Indianapolis Marriott East, 7202 East 21st St, Indianapolis IN 46219. Luxuri-
ous hotel with great lighting in tournament room! Phone: 317-352-1231. HR: seller onsite. Support local Illinois Organizers. Grand Prix
$99 single/quad. $50,000 in prizes based on 500 paid entries, else propor- Sept. 5-7, Oklahoma A Heritage Event!

tional, except $40,000 (80% of each prize) minimum guarantee. A one section 1st U.S. Womens Open June 12-14 or 13-14, Ohio
tournament with Class prizes. Top 5 US players qualify for 2010 US Cham- $$1600 Gtd. plus class prizes based on entries. G/90(+30). 6-SS. Tulsa Best
pionship. Many side events, including US Blitz Championship 8/8. USCF WesternTrade Winds Central, 3141 E. Skelly Dr.,Tulsa, OK 74105. (918)749-5561. 51st Gem City Open Tournament
Delegates meeting 8/8-9, workshops 8/5-7, USCF Awards Luncheon 8/8 noon, Prizes: $1600 (Gtd): 1st- $800 + trophy + probable invitation to 2010 U.S. 5 Rounds, SS. Time Controls: 40/2, SD/1 (2 day option rds 1 & 2 G/75). Day-
GM lectures & simuls to be announced. Choice of three schedules: Traditional: Womens Championship; 2nd - $500, 3rd - $300, class prizes as entries per- ton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th Street, Dayton, OH 45402. 3 or 2 day option.
40/2, SD/1. One round daily at 7 pm, except rd. 9, 8/9 at 3pm. 6-Day Option: mit. Eligibility: Open to all female USCF members. EF: $80 if recd by 8/30; Alexander Goldin will be playing in this Heritage Event - how about you?
8/4 7 pm, 8/5-7 12 noon & 7 pm, 8/8 7 pm, 8/9 at 3pm. 4-Day Option: 8/6 2 $90 at site. Reg.: 9:00-10:15am. Rds.: 10:30-3, 9-2, 9-2.Tiebreaks after round $$5,000 Gtd. 4 sections: OPEN: $1000-$550- $350-$250, FIDE Rated.
pm, 5 pm & 8 pm; 8/7 10 am, 1 pm, 3:30 pm & 7 pm, 8/8 7 pm, 8/9 3pm. All 6 if necessary. Byes: One 1/2-point bye available if req. by rd 3. HR: $55, (800) Under2000: $500-$300-$150, Under1800: $500-$300-$150, Under1600:
schedules merge after Round 6 & compete for same prizes. Projected prizes: 685-4564. Free wireless. www.tradewindstulsa.com. Side Events: Sat: Blitz $500-$300-$150. Unrated prizes limited to 1/3d except in the OPEN w/balance
Top Places: $8000-4000-2000-1500-1000-800-600-500, clear winner $200 Fischer-Random Pizza Bash. Sun: River Spirit Casino. Info: FKim- to next player(s) in line. EF: 3-day $67, 2-day $65 if mailed by 6/5. $77 at site
bonus. If tie for first, top two on tiebreak play speed game (white 5 minutes, [email protected]. Website: www.geocities.com/okiechessfestival Adv Entry: 2 or 3 day. Free to GM or IM. No checks at site, MC/Visa okay. DCC Members
black 3 minutes and gets draw odds, 5 second delay) for bonus and title. Cks payable to: Frank K. Berry, 402 S. Willis, Stillwater, OK 74074. FIDE rated. $5 discount. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 7:30 pm, rds Fri 8:00 pm, Sat 11-
Class Prizes: Top Master (2200-2399): $2500-1200-800-500. Top Expert NS. W. WCL JGP. 6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 a.m., rds Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun
(2000-2199): $2500-1200-800-500. Top Class A (1800-1999): $2500-1200- 9-3:15. Byes: two ok - must commit by round 2. Hotel & rates TBD - see
Sept. 5-7, Oklahoma
800-500. Top Class B (1600-1799): $2500-1200-800-500. Top Class C 2009 U.S. Senior Open www.daytonchessclub.com. Ent: Dayton Chess Club, 18 West 5th St, Dayton,
(1400-1599): $2000-1000-600-400. Top Class D (1200-1399): $1500-700-500- $$4000 Gtd. G/90(+30). 6-SS. Tulsa Best Western Trade Winds Central, 3141 OH 45402 or register Online www.daytonchessclub.com. Look for 1/2 page ad
300. Top Class E or below (under 1200): $1500-700-500-300. Top Unrated: E. Skelly Dr.,Tulsa, OK 74105. (918)749-5561. Eligibility: Open to all USCF mem- in the May issue! Questions: [email protected] or call 937.461.6283
$800-400-200. Half Point Byes: must commit before round 4; up to 3 byes bers born before Sept. 5, 1959. Prizes: $4000 (Gtd): 1st-$1200 to lv msg. WCL JGP.
allowed for 2000/up, 2 byes for 1400-1999, one bye for Under 1400/Unr. Zero
World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 30 (enhanced)
(+trophy+invitation into 2010 U.S. Championship, if eligible.) 2nd-$700, 3rd- June 13, New York
point byes are always available in any round. Entry Fee: Online, $135 by $400, 4th-$300, 5th-$200. U2100: $200-100, U1900: $200-100, U1700 $200-100,
5/15, $155 by 7/29. By mail, $137 postmarked by 5/15, $157 postmarked by U1500/UNR: $200-100. Trophies:Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and each champion for 8th Annual New Yorker June Open!
7/23. By phone, $140 by 5/15, $160 by 7/29. At site, all $180. GMs free. ages 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and over 75. World Senior Entrant: 5-SS, G/50, beautifully renovated, well-lighted 3rd Floor, New Yorker Hotel, 481
August official ratings used; unofficial ratings used if otherwise unrated. CCA Top finisher born on or before January 1, 1949 receives: 1) official USCF Eighth Ave at 34th St, across from Penn Station, New York. $$2,200 Guaran-
ratings used if above USCF. Foreign player ratings: usually 100 points added entrant in the World Senior Championship, and 2) a $500.00 USCF stipend toward teed prizes! 2 sections. Open, $$ 500-250-100, U2400/unr $160, U2200
to FIDE or FQE, 200+ added to most foreign national ratings, no points added expenses there (Condino, Italy from Oct 27 to Nov 8) which includes room and $150, U2000 $140. Under 1800: $400-200-100, top U1600 $105, U1400 $95,
to CFC. Highest of multiple ratings generally used. Ent: USCF, ATTN: 2009 US board by host country. EF: $90 if recd by 8/30; $105 at site. Reg.: 9:00- $100 limit to Unr. EF: $56 postmarked by 6/5, $54 on-line thru 6/10 at
Open, PO. Box 3967, Crossville,TN 38557. Online entry: https://secure.uschess. 10:15am. Rds.: 10:30-3, 9-2, 9-2. Tiebreaks after round 6 if necessary. Byes: www.chesscenter.cc, $60 by phone thru 6/10, $65 at site, $20 less to
org/webstore/tournament.php. Phone entry: 800-903-8723. Tournament One 1/2-point bye available if req. by rd 3. HR: $55, (800) 685-4564. Free wire- unrated players (only players with 3 games or less are unrated), $20 less to
website: main.uschess.org/tournaments/2009/usopen/. FIDE rated, no cell less. www.tradewindstulsa.com. Side Events: Sat: Blitz Fischer-Random Pizza rated players in NY Junior Championship 6/14, GMs free ($30 from prize). Re-
phones. Bring a clock - none supplied. Sets/boards supplied for tournament Bash. Sun: River Spirit Casino. Info: [email protected]. Website: entry $30; $10 charge for refunds. Questions, [email protected] or
but not for skittles. WCL JGP. Aug. 6, Golf tournament for the US Open Chess www.geocities.com/okiechessfestival. Adv Entry: Cks payable to: Frank K. Berry, 845-569-9969 (credit card phone entries: 406-896-2191, 24 hours, no questions).
Players, morning ofThursday, Aug. 6th.Those eligible will be all US Open Chess 402 S. Willis, Stillwater, OK 74074. FIDE rated. NS.W. After 6/10, enter at site. On-site reg ends 10:30 am. Rds. 11-1:30-3:30-5:30-
Players, side event chess players, and delegates. Please contact Michael Woj- 7:30 pm. Limit 2 byes, commit by 1:30. CCA ratings may be used. Ent: Chess
cio for more details at, [email protected]. Nov. 20-22, Illinois
2009 National Youth Action
Aug. 22, Illinois 9SS, G/30, DoubleTree hotel, 1909 Spring Road,Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523, Tel:
1-630-472-6000 (1.800.222.TREE); $89 single/double/triple/quad. Four Sec-
2009 U.S. Game/60 Championship
4R-SS G/60 - $5000 b/150 fully paid entries. Holiday Inn Chicago - North
tions K-3, K-6, K-9, K-12. Entry Fee: $40 by 10/25/09 USPS (or $40 on-line USCF Membership Rates
by 10/25, 6 pm); $60 by 11/13/09 USPS (or $60 on-line 10/25/09, after 6 pm
(U.S., CANADA, MEXICO)

Shore. 5300 WTouhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60077 (see tournament website for direc- - 11/13/09, 6 pm); $75 USPS 11/13 11/17 (or $75 on-line 11/13/09, 6:01 pm Premium (P) and Regular (R)
tions). Free Parking. In 6 sections: M/X: $500-300-200-100Top U2400, U2300, 11/19, 6 pm); $75 by 11/20/09 6 PM on site (on-site entries after 11/20/09
U2200 each $150, Class A: $350-250-150-75, Class B: $350-250-150-75, 6 PM can not be guaranteed pairing for round 1, instead they may receive
Class C: $300-200-100-50, Class D: $300-200-100-50, Class E/F/U: $200-100- point bye round 1). Checks payable only to Chess Central. Awards: Indi-
50-25, Unrated Prize - Book Prize Only. Unrated must play in M/X or Class E/F/U Type 1 yr 2yr 3yr
vidual: 1st 20th Place in each section (K-3, K-6, K-9, K-12). Class Awards:
sections. Trophies for 1st - 3rd place, scholastic players with non-cash prize 1st-3rd Place, K-3: U800, U600, U400, Unr. K-6: U1000, U800, U600, Unr. K-9: Adult P $49 $85 $120
entry fee. $10 extra to play 1 class up. Entry Fee: $80 adult, $40 scholastic U1200, U1000, U800, Unr. K-12: U1400, U1200, U1000, Unr. Teams: 1st-10th
(K-12), $20 anyone but not eligible for cash prizes thru 6pm 8/21. Onsite Adult P ** $42 $78 $113
Place in each section. Special Sportsmanship trophy! Schedule: Opening Cer-
$100 adults, $60 scholastic (K-12), $20 anyone but not eligible for cash prizes. emony Sat., Nov 21 at 9:30 am. Rds. 1-5 Sat., 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm, 3:30 pm Adult R $36 $59 $81
$5 refund at tournament with proof of ICA membership (Scholastic entries count & 5 pm. Rds. 6-9 Sun., 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm & 3:30 pm. Side Events: Bug-
as 1/2 entry, No-cash prize entry does not count towards based on) - non-cash Adult R ** $29 $52 $74
house Tournament Fri, Nov 20, 6:30 pm. EF $20 per team ($10 for individuals
prize entry fee not eligible for any discounts. SPECIAL COMBINED ENTRY FEES: and we help you create a team). On site registration only. Registration closes Senior (65+) ** $36 $65 $93
Discounted Entry fees available for registering for the US G/60 & US G/30 ($5
off each tournament) - non-cash prize entry fee not eligible for any discounts. Young Adult P (U25)* $32 $59 $85
SPECIAL OFFER FOR ILLINOIS OPEN STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS: Enter either Youth P (U16)* $27 $49 $70
the US G/60 or US G/30 and receive a $5 rebate for your early registration
to the 2009 Illinois Open State Championships. For more information visit Scholastic P (U13)* $23 $42 $60
www.chessforlife.com. Mail payments (made payable to) and registration
information to: North American Chess Association, 2516 North Waukegan Road USCF ISSUES Young Adult R (U25)*
Youth R (U16)*
$24
$20
$43
$36
$61
$51
Suite 342, Glenview, IL 60025. Byes: One 1/2 pt bye allowed. Rd 4 bye must
commit by start of Rd 2. Re-enter with 1/2pt bye in Rd 1 for $50. August Sup-
plement used. Schedule: Reg: 8:15am - 9:15am, Rds 10, 12:30, 3, 5:30. FORUM Scholastic R (U13)*
Premium membership provides a printed
$16 $28 $39
copy of Chess Life (monthly) or Chess Life for

Hotel rates: $99+tax, 847-679-8900. Mention North American Chess Asso-
Kids (bimonthly) plus all other benefits of

ciation rate. Reserve by 8/7 or as available only. Car rental: Hertz,
800-654-3131, Hertz CDP#178693. BRING BOARDS, SETS, CLOCKS - NONE PRO- A forum for discussion of USCF
issues, open to all members age regular membership. Regular membership
VIDED. USCF membership required. NS,NC,W. Information: Sevan A. Muradian
provides online only access to Chess Life

888.80.CHESS or [email protected]. For further information, online regis-
and Chess Life for Kids; TLA Bulletin will be
tration and payment please visit www.nachess.org/g60. Checkmate Chess
mailed to adults bimonthly and to scholas

Supply Co will be bookseller onsite. Support local Illinois Organizers.
executive board (ballot is
World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 6 tic members three times per year. Youth
Aug. 23, Illinois
2009 U.S. Game/30 Championship
for eligible voters) are among provides bimonthly Chess Life, Scholastic
bimonthly Chess Life for Kids, others listed
5R-SS G/30 - $2500 b/150 fully paid entries. Holiday Inn Chicago - North
above monthly Chess Life. See www.us

Shore. 5300 WTouhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60077 (see tournament website for direc- the participants.
chess.org for other membership categories.
tions). Free Parking. In 6 sections: M/X: $250-150-100-50 Top U2400, U2300,
Dues are not refundable and may be

U2200 each $75, Class A: $175-125-75-40, Class B: $175-125-75-40, Class
C: $150-100-50-25, Class D: $$150-100-50-25, Class E/F/U: $100-50-25-25, Register at www.uschess.org/
changed without notice.
Unrated Prize - Book Prize Only. Unrated must play in M/X or Class E/F/U sec-
forums
*Ages at expiration **Purchased online only
tions. Trophies for 1st - 3rd place, scholastic players with non-cash prize entry
fee. $10 extra to play 1 class up. Entry Fee: $60 adult, $40 scholastic (K-12),
$20 anyone but not eligible for cash prizes thru 6pm 8/22. Onsite $80 adults,

Tournament Life
Center of NY, PO Box 4615, New Windsor, NY 12553. Bring sets, clocks, 1. No changes. Ent: 5025 Antebellum Drive, Stone Mtn. GA 30087. Make check U2000 $75, U1800 $50. Premier: U1600. EF: $25 by 6/12, $35 later. $90-60,
boards none supplied! W. payable to: Castlechess, Inc. Info: Mark Taylor, 404-200-1134, tourna- U1400 $50, U1200 $40, U1000 $30;Trophies toTop 2,Top 2 U1400,Top 2 U1200,
[email protected], on-line registration at www.castlechess.org NS, NC, Top 2 U1000. Scholastic: Grades K-12 U900. EF: $15 by 6/12, $25 later. Tro-
A Heritage Event!
A State Championship Event! W. WCL JGP. phies to Top 7, 1-3 U600. ALL: Teams of 4 to 7 combined from all sections,

Trophies 1st-2nd schools, clubs. PSCF $5, OSA. Reg ends Noon. Rds: 12:30-2:15-
June 13-14, New Hampshire June 19-21 or 20-21, Maryland
4-6. Ent/Info: PSCF, c/o Tom Martinak, 25 Freeport St., Pittsburgh, PA 15223,
59th New Hampshire Open Chesapeake Open 412-908-0286, [email protected]. W.

4-SS, 40/2, SD/1. Comfort Inn, exit 4 (Queen City Bridge) off I-293, Manches- 5SS, 40/120, SD/1, U1100 30/90 SD/1 (All Rnd 1 G/120) (2-day option, rds June 25, New York
ter, NH. 603-668-2600. $$ 2,045 b/65 in 2 day sects., 75%G. 3 sects. Open: $$ 1-2 G/75 U1100 2-day, rnds 1-2 G/60) Charles Commons, 3301 North Charles
350-225-125, U2100 $125-75. NH Champion title to top scoring NH resident. Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. $$Based on score. Last year paid out over $5000. 22nd Annual Thursday Night Action Championship
U1900: $175-120-75, U1750 $120-60. U1600: $175-120-75, U1400 $100, 6 sections: Open FIDE rated: 5.0 = $1500, 4.5 = $700, 4.0 = $350, 3.5 = 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at the Marshall Club, 23 W. 10 St., bet. 5-6th Ave.,
U1200 $75, U1000 $50. All: EF $42 if rcvd. by 6/11, $48 at site. Special EF $26 $150 (min $1500 payout, all payouts raised if less than $1500) U1900,U1700: NYC: 212-477-3716. $$1,500 Guaranteed Prizes!! 2 sections, Open, $$ 500-
to players 18/under who are U1200 or Unr, or 65/over. Reg.: 8:30-9:30 a.m. 5.0 = $1200, 4.5 = $600, 4.0 = $300, 3.5 = $100 U1500, U1300: 5.0 = $1000, 250-140-100, U2400/unr. $160. Under 2200, $$ 150-100, top U2000 $100, $100
Rds.: 10-4:30, 9:30-4:00. Sunday Swiss (6/14 only): 3-SS, G/60. EF: $25 if 4.5 = $500, 4.0 = $250, 3.5 = $100 U1100: 5.0 =$500, 4.5 = $250, 4.0 = prize limit to unr. Both, EF $40, Club membs. $30, GMs free ($25 from prize),
rcvd. by 6/11, $31 at site. $$ 80-50-30 (b/8). Sun. Swiss Reg.: 9:30-10:30 a.m. $125, 3.5 = $50 Unrated may not win over $100 in U1100, $200 U1300, $300 specified Greater NY Scholastic prizewinners free. Limit 2 byes (commit by 8:15).
Sun. Rds. 11-1:30-4. NHCA Annual Meeting Sun. at 9:00 a.m. NHCA memb. req. U1500, $400 U1700, or $500 U1900. EF: $90 by 5/20, $100 by 6/16, and $105 Re-entry: $20, counts half. CCA Ratings may be used. Reg. ends 15 min. before
for rated NH residents: $8 adult, $6 junior 18/under. Bye: 1-3 with entry, limit online only by 6/18, $110 at the door. Special EFs: $35 less in U1100, GMs game. Online entry at www.chesscenter.cc thru 6/23. Rds. 7-8:15-9:30-10:45
1. Unrated may play in any sect. but cant win 1st except in Open. HR: $80-80, free; $50 deducted from prize, IMs 1/2 off entrance fee, $20 (not $70) deducted pm. Phone entry often impossible!
reserve early and mention tnmt. Ent: NHCA, c/o Alex Relyea, 49 Technology from prize. Special HR: $40 single Sat. night, pay with registration. Free
Dr. #89, Bedford, NH 03110. Info: 603-232-1373 or [email protected].
June 25-29, Pennsylvania
room Sat. night for GMs. $20 room Sat. night for IMs. Rooms may not be
Cks. payable to NHCA. NS, W. WCL JGP. avail after 5/25. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6pm, rds Fri 7, Sat 11-6, Sun 3rd annual Philadelphia International
9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10am rds 11-2-6, 9-3:15. U1100 3-day
June 16, New York 9SS, 40/2, SD/1, Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel, 17th & Race Sts.,
schedule: Reg ends Fri 6pm, rds Fri 7, Sat 11-4, Sun 9-2:00. U1100 2-day Philadelphia, PA 19103. Special parking rate for players with guest rooms
St. Johns Masters at the Marshall Chess Club schedule: reg ends Sat 10am, rds 11-1:30-4, 9-2:00. Ent: Michael Regan, 1827 $5/day; may be available for players without guest rooms, through 6/29 only.
4SS, G/30.ThirdTues. of every month. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Open Thornton Ridge Rd,Towson MD 21204. Detailed rules and more information: $$G 10,000: $3000-1500-1000-600-400-300-200, top FIDE 2200-2399 $1000-
to players rated over 2100 (plus all players scoring 2.5 or more at any CCNY www.baltimorechess.org/Chesapeake_Open.html, online entry: chesa- 500, top FIDE under 2200 or unrated $1000-500. Minimum prize if completing
at MCCThursday 4 Rated GamesTonight! since the prior months SJM) EF: $40, peakeopen.eventbrite.com/. WCL JGP. all games: $500 to foreign GMs, $200 to US GMs, foreign IMs, foreign WGMs,

members $30, GMs $10 (returned on completion of tournament). For each event, June 19-23, New York foreign WIMs. IM & GM norms possible; FIDE rated. EF: GMs, IMs, WGMs,
money added to prize fund by the sponsors, St. Johns University, and other gen- WIMs, foreign FIDE rated players $115 mailed by 6/16, $117 online by 6/23,
erous patrons.Top three prizes guaranteed. $$G 300-200-100.Top U2400 and 2nd NY International $125 phoned by 6/23 (406-896-2038, payment only, no questions), $150 at tmt.
Top U2300 prizes. Special prize for biggest upset. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.: 7-8:15- 9SS 40/2 SD/60. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Open to all players rated USA FIDE 2100/up rated players: $215 mailed by 6/16, $217 online by 6/23,
9:30-10:45pm. One bye available, rds. 1 or 4 only; declare at registration. 2200 or above (USCF or FIDE) and special invitees. May be limited to the first $225 phoned by 6/23, $250 at tmt. Others: $315 mailed by 6/16, $317 online
50 registrants. EF: $350 in advance, $400 on site. Players with USCF ratings by 6/23, $325 phoned by 6/23, $350 at tmt. All: No checks at site, credit cards
June 19-21, Georgia
over 2200 with no FIDE rating: $300 advance / $350 at site, Players with USCF accepted. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry-
2009 Castlechess Grand Prix ratings over 2200 and FIDE rating U2200: $250 in advance / $300 at site. USA online at chesstour.com $30, mailed, phoned or paid at site $40. Reg. endsThu
5-SS, G/120 (2 day schedule, rd 1 G/90). Cox Hall, Emory University, 569 players with FIDE ratings over 2200: $200 in advance, $250 at site. USA IMs, 10 am, rds Thu through Sun 11-6, Mon 11. Two half point byes available (must
Asbury Cir., Atlanta, GA 30322. $8,675 G! Six sections: Premier (over 1999): USA WGMs, and Foreign FIDE-rated players: $150 in advance / $200 at site. commit before rd 2); norm not possible if taking bye. HR: $93-93, 215-448-2000,
$1,500-1000-500; U2400/Unr: $700-400; U2200: $600-375; Class A: $550-325; GMs, foreign IMs, and foreign WGMs $100, returned on completion of tour- reserve by 6/5 or rate may increase. Bring sets, boards, clocks if possible-
Class B: $500-$300; Class C: $450-275; Class D: $400-250; U1200: $350-200; nament; no money deducted from prize fund. Reg.: 6/19 10:30-11:30. Rds.: none supplied. Ent: Continental Chess, PO Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577.
U1000: Trophy. Rated players may play one section above current rating, and 12-7 6/19-6/22 and 12 on 6/23. $25 less for Marshall Chess Club Members. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: 845-496-9658, www.chesstour.com.
are eligible for all prizes in the section in which they play. EF: $69 if received $10,000 guaranteed $5000-2500-1500-1000 Plus special brilliancy prize. Award Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. WCL JGP.
ceremony to follow round 9. Every player will receive a special prize. WCL
by 6/10. $79 later or at site. Free to GM, IM or USCF 2400. Unrated Players: June 26-28 or 27-28, South Carolina
$50; no discount to Unrated in Premier Section. Unrated may enter any sec- JGP.
tion, except need TDs OK to enter Premier Section. Unrated may not win A State Championship Event! 2009 South Carolina Open

over $150 in U1200, $ 200 in D, $250 in C, $300 in B or $350 in A. Balance of June 20, Pennsylvania 5SS, 35/90, SD 1 (2-day schedule R1 G/90), Hyatt Regency Greenville, 220 N.
any limited prize goes to next player(s) in line. 3 day schedule: Reg.: 6:30- Main St., Greenville, SC 29601. $2,600b/60. In 3 Sections: Open/Unr: FIDE
7:30 pm on 6/13. Rds.: 8; 1:30-6:30; 9-1:30. 2 day schedule: Reg.: 8:30-9:30 2009 PA State Game/45 Championship & USCF Rated! $600-300-100 guaranteed!!! u2200: $100 u2000: $100. Under
am on 6/14. Rd 1 at 10 am, then merges with 3 day schedule. HR: University 4SS, G/45. Wm. Pitt Union, Univ. of Pitt., 5th & Bigelow, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. 1800: 300-200-100 u1600: $100. Under 1400: $300-200-100 u1200: $100. EF:
Inn, 404-634-7327. Half point bye any round. Limit 2. Must commit before rd. 3 Sections, $$ (695G): Championship: EF: $30 by 6/12, $40 later. $200-100, $70 if recd by 6/22; $85 at site. GMs and IMs free, $70 deducted from prize.

Reentry $35. SC residents: SCCA memb. reqd, OSA. Bye: avail all rds. Rds 4 3000-2000-1000-900-800-700-600-500, top U2300 $2000-1000. FIDE Under 6/27. $75 (Juniors $50) after 6/27. IMs/GMs free. Entrants may play up one
& 5 must commit before 2nd rd. (irrevocable bye). 3-day Schedule: Reg 2200: $14000-7000-3000-2000-1000-900-800-700-600-500, top U2100 $2000- section for $10. $5 discount to CalChess members (excluding reentries). Reen-
ends at 7pm on 6/26. Rds. 7:30, 2:30, 7:30, 10:00, 3:00. 2-day Schedule: Reg 1000. Under 2000: $14000-7000-3000-2000-1000-900-800-700-600-500, top try after round 2 of the 3-day schedule: $40. PRIZES: 1st Place in each section
ends at 9:30am on 6/27, Rd 1 at 10:00am, then merges with 3-day. HR: U1900 $2000-1000. Under 1800: $14000-7000-3000-2000-1000-900-800-700- $320 & trophy (1st place guaranteed in the Master/Expert section). Prize
$119/night double before 6/5 mention chess (800-233-1234) at Hyatt Regency 600-500, top U1700 $2000-1000. Under 1600: $12000-6000-3000-2000-1000- fund of $2540 based on 75 full paid adult entries and 10 full paid junior entries
Greenville, 220 N. Main St., Greenville, SC 29601. Info/Reg: Greenville Chess 900-800-700-600-500, top U1500 $2000-1000. Under 1400: $10000-5000- overall (with 60 full paid adult entries and 10 full paid junior entries, the prize
Club, c/o Mick Lauria, 210 Riverbirch Run, Clemson 29631 (mlau- 2500-1500-1000-900-800-700-600-500, top U1300 $1500-800. Under 1200: fund will be $1,840). HOTEL: Best Western Expo Inn, (916) 922-9833 or 1-800-
[email protected]). WCL JGP. $5000-2500-1500-1000-800-700-600-500-400-300. Under 900/unrated: $300- 643-4422. Ask for the Sacramento Chess Club rates. ADVANCE ENTRIES &
200-100, trophies to top 10, no unrated may win over $100. Prize limits: 1) INFO: John McCumiskey (TD), 6700 50 St, Sacramento, CA 95823-1306; e-mail:
A Heritage Event!
Players with under 26 games played as of 7/09 list may not win over $1500 [email protected]; phone: (916) 524-9479, checks payable to Sacra-
A State Championship Event!
mento Chess Club. Full flyer and advance entries: sacramentochessclub.org
June 27-28, Oklahoma in U1200, $3000 U1400 to U1800. Games rated too late for 7/09 list not
counted. 2) Players with official rating more than 30 points over section max- under Weekend Events. OTHER INFO: No Smoking, No Computers, Wheelchair
64th Oklahoma Open State Championship imum any month 7/08-6/09 have a prize limit of $2000. 3) Balance of any limited Access. 07/09 rating list only. Please bring clocks and equipment. 1/2 point
GTD $900. 5SS, Rds 1-2 G/90, Rds 3-5 G/120. La Quinta Inn OKC Airport, 800 prize goes to next player(s) in line. EF, if mailed by 2/17: 7-day $307, 5-day byes available in any round and must be requested before the completion of
S. Meridian (I-40 at Meridian), Oklahoma City, 405-942-0040. Reg.: 8:30- $305, 4-day $304, 3-day $303. Mailed by 5/15: 7-day $317, 5-day $315, 4-day the previous round. Maximum two 1/2 point byes per entry. 1/2 point byes for
9:30am. Rds.: 10-2-6; 10-3. One 1/2 point bye in Rds 1-4. Must enter before $314, 3-day $313. Mailed by 6/18: 7-day $327, 5-day $325, 4-day $324, 3-day rounds 5 & 6 must be requested prior to round 1 and may not be changed.WCL
Rd 2 pairings. 3 Sections: Open, Reserve (U1800), Booster (U1400). Plaques $323. At site: All $350; no checks, credit cards OK. Online entry at chess- JGP.
& State Championship Titles for Oklahoma resident section champs. $$GTD: tour.com: $310 by 2/17, $320 by 5/15, $330 by 6/24, $350 after 6/24 until 2 A Heritage Event!
hours before rd 1. Phone entry at 406-896-2038: $315 by 2/17, $325 by
Open $300-200-100 & Reserve $150-100-50. Other $$b/entries. EF: $40 July 3-5, California Southern
if recd by 6/24, otherwise $50. Under age 20 additional siblings $10 less. OCA 5/15, $335 by 6/24 (entry only, no questions). No phone entries after 6/24. GMs
membership included. HR: $71.10 plus tax if reserved by June 6, incl hot bkfst free; $200 EF deducted from prize. WGMs $100; another $100 EF deducted from 49th Annual Pacific Southwest Open
& airport shuttle. No outside food/drinks. OCA Annual Meeting/Election Sun prize. EF $100 less to all in U1200 Section and seniors over 65 in Under 1400 6-SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day schedule rds 1-3 G/60, then merges). LAX Hilton, 5711
8:00am. Entries/Contact: Jim Gray, 720 S. Husband, Suite 5, Stillwater, OK & above. Under 900/Unrated Section EF: $25 if mailed by 6/17, all $26 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045. $$8,000 b/200, 50% of each prize guar-
74074, 405-624-1777 or cell (405) 612-0379, [email protected]. Info: online at chesstour.com by 6/24, $30 phoned by 6/24 (entry only, no questions), anteed. 2 sections: Open, $$1400-700-400-300-200, U2200 $600-300-150,
www.ochess.org. WCL JGP. $40 at site. FREE ENTRYTO UNRATED in U900/Unr Section. No checks at site; U2000 $600-300-150. Amateur, open to U1800/Unr, $$600-300-150, U1600 500-
credit cards OK. Re-entry: $160, no re-entry from Open to Open. $20 fee for 250-150, U1400 400-250, U1200 150, Unr. 150. Unr. May win Unrated prize only.
June 27-28, Texas switching section after 6/30. Special 1 yr adult USCF dues with Chess Life All, EF $69 if recd by 7-2, $79 at site. SCCF memb. reqd of So. Californians ($18,
if paid with entry: online at chesstour.com $30, mailed, phoned or paid at site jrs. U18 $10, includes Rank & File magazine). Reg.: 3-day 9-10 a.m. 7-3, 2-day
DFW FIDE Open IV $40. 5-day schedule: Wed 7 pm, Thur 11 am & 6 pm, Fri 11 am & 6 pm, Sat
5SS, G/90 with 30 second increment. Dallas Chess Club, 212 S Cottonwood Dr 8:30-9:30 a.m. 7-4. Rds.: 3-day: 10:30-5 Fri-Sat, 10-4:30 Sun. 2-day: 10-12:15-
11 am & 6 pm, Sun 10 am & 5 pm. 7-day schedule: Mon-Fri each 7 pm, Sat 2:30 Sat., then merges. Ent: SCCF, c/o John Hillery, 835 N. Wilton Pl. #1, Los
#A, Richardson, TX 75080. One Section $$550G. Open: This section is FIDE 11 am & 6 pm, Sun 10 am & 5 pm. 4-day schedule: Thurs 11, 2:30 & 6, Fri 11
rated but uses USCF Rules. $400-$100-$50. EF: $50, Juniors (U19)/Senior/Hcap Angeles, CA 90038, on line at www.westernchess.com. HR: $109 (310) 410-4000,
& 6, Sat 11 & 6, Sun 10 & 5. 3-day schedule: Fri 11, 1:30, 3:30, 6 & 8:30, Sat mention chess with group code APS. Parking $10/day. Inf: admin@western
$30, plus $5 non-DCC membership fee if applicable. Registration: 9:45 -10:15 11 & 6, Sun 10 & 5. All schedules merge & compete for same prizes. Under
am. Rds.: Sat 10:45 - 3:10 - 7:16, Sun 10:45-3:10. One Bye allowed if requested chess.com. NS, W, F. State Championship Qualifier. WCL JGP.
900/Unr schedule: Fri 1:30, 3:45 & 6, Sat 11, 1:30, 3:45 & 6, Sun 10 & 12:30.

before rd 2, withdrawals are not eligible for prizes. Ent: Dallas Chess Club, see Half point byes OK all, limit 4 (limit 2 in last 4 rds), must commit before rd 3 July 4, Pennsylvania
address above. Info: 214-632-9000, [email protected] NS. NC. FIDE. and have under 2 pts. Entries, re-entries close 1 hour before your first
WCL JGP. game. Bring sets, boards, clocks if possible- none supplied. HR: 93-93, 215- World Open G/10 Championship (QC)
5SS, G/10, Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World Open). $2200 GUARANTEED
June 28, New York 448-2000, may sell out about 5/31, two night minimum 7/3-4. Backup hotel:
Radisson Plaza Warwick, 215-735-6000, $104-104, special chess rates for PRIZES. In 2 sections: Open: $400-200-100, top U2400/Unr $220, U2200
Grandmaster Challenge (QC) parking $8/day with guest room at Radisson. Special car rental rates: Avis, $200, U2000 $180. Under 1800: $300-150-80, top U1600 $160, U1400 $120,
6-SS G/25 (G/20, D/5), Marshall CC, 23 W 10th St, NYC: 212-477-3716, lim- 800-331-1600, AWD #D657633, or reserve car online through chesstour.com. U1200 $90, no unrated may win over $200. EF: $40. Reg: 7-10:15 pm, Rds:
ited to first 64 entries. EF: $35 over 55/under 18, $45 others, $10 less to Foreign player ratings: 100 pts added to FIDE, 100 to FQE, 200 or more to 10:30-11:15-11:45-12:15-12:45. Bye: OK rd 1. Quick-rated (will not affect reg-
Marshall members (free buffet for participants.) GMs free, $25 deducted from most foreign, no pts added to CFC. Most foreign ratings other than CFC or FQE ular ratings); prizes based on higher of regular or quick ratings. Ent: at site
prize. Reg. ends 11:45 am. G$$350-250-150-100-75-50, $100 U2400, $100 or Jamaica not accepted for U2000 or below. Highest of multiple ratings used. only, no checks.

U2200, $75 U2000, $50 U1800, top over 55$=age, top under 18 $=3x age, top Players who fail to disclose foreign or FIDE ratings may be expelled. US July 5, Pennsylvania
scoring female ($=# of players.) Rds.: 12-1:15-2:30-4:00-5:15-6:30. Byes: limit player ratings: JULY LIST USED; FIDE ratings not used. Unofficial uschess.org
2, request before Round 3. Quick rated; regular ratings used for pairing and ratings based on 4 or more games usually used if otherwise unrated. Special World Open Blitz Championship (QC)
prize purposes. Additional class prize $500 2800+, $250 2700+. rules: 1) Players must submit to a search for electronic devices if requested 5SS, G/5 (double round, 10 games), Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World
by Director. In round 4 or after, players with scores over 80% and their oppo- Open). $2200 GUARANTEED PRIZES. In 2 sections: Open: $400-200-100, top
A Heritage Event! nents may not use headphones, earphones, cellphones or go to a different floor
An American Classic! U2400/Unr $220, U2200 $200, U2000 $180. Under 1800: $300-150-80, top
of the hotel without Director permission. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Sal-
July 1-5, 2-5, 3-5 or June 29-July 5, Pennsylvania isbury Mills, NY 12577. Questions: www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. You may
request lowest possible section if July rating unknown. $15 service charge
37th Annual World Open for refunds. Advance entries will be posted at chesstour.com. Bring set, board,
9SS, 40/2, SD/1 (4-day option, rds 1-2 G/75, 3-day option, rds 1-5 G/45), Under clock if possible- none supplied. WCL JGP.
900/Unr Section plays separate 3-day schedule only, G/45. Sheraton City Cen-

ter Hotel, 17th & Race Sts., Philadelphia 19103. Parking $5 for hotel guests July 3-5 or 4-5, California Northern
playing in tournament. Downtown location, Franklin Institute, many museums,
stores, restaurants within a few blocks. Prizes $250,000 unconditionally 2009 Sacramento Chess Championship
guaranteed. Free analysis of your games by GM Sam Palatnik; free lectures ROUNDS: 6 FORMAT: Swiss RATING: Full-K. SITE: Best Western Expo Inn, 1413
by other GMs 9 am 7/3 & 7/4. In 9 sections (Unrated eligible only for Open, Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA. ON-SITE REGISTRATION: 7/3 8:30 am - 9:45
Under 2400, or Under 900). Open: $20000-10000-5000-2500-1500-1000-800- am; 7/4 8:00 am - 8:45 am. ROUNDS: 3-day: 7/3 10 & 3:30, 7/4 10:30
700-600-500, clear winner bonus $200, top U2500 $2000-1000. If tie for first, & 4, 7/5 10 & 3:30. 2-day: 7/4 9, 11:15, 1:30, & 4, 7/5 10 & 3:30. TIME
top 2 on tiebreak play speed game 7/5, 11 pm (White 5 minutes, Black 3 min- CONTROLS: 3-day: 30/90 G/60. 2-day: Rounds 1-3, G/60, Rounds 4-6, 30/90
utes & gets draw odds, 5 second delay) for title & bonus prize. GM & IM norms G/60. 5-second delay on all time controls. SECTIONS: Master/Expert (above
possible in 5-day & 7-day schedules. FIDE rated. Under 2400: $14000-7000- 1999), Reserve (U2000). ENTRY FEES: 3-day $65 (Juniors $45) postmarked by

Tournament Life

U1600 $160, U1400 $120, U1200 $90, no unrated may win over $200. EF: $40. KS. Ent: Laurence Coker, 8013 W 145th St, Overland Park, KS 66223. Checks July 11-12, Virginia
Reg: 6-11 pm, Rds: 11:15-12-12:30-1-1:30. Bye: OK rd 1. Quick-rated (will not payable to Kansas Chess Association Ph: 913-851-1583. E-mail: wlcoker7@
affect regular ratings); prizes based on higher of regular or quick ratings. Ent: hotmail.com. Website: www.kansaschess.org. (2009 Kansas Open ad.) WCL JGP 19th Charlottesville Open
at site only, no checks. for Open & Reserve sections. 5SS, G/90. Best Western Cavalier Inn, 105 N Emmett Street, Charlottesville,
VA 22903. EF: $45 if received by 7/6, $55 thereafter. $5 discount to active duty
World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 6 World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 60 (enhanced)
July 6-20, New York July 10-12, Ohio military. VCF membership required: $10, $5 jr., OSA $$1525 b/50, top 3 prizes
guaranteed. $400-$250-$150 U2200/U2000/U1800/U1600 $125, U1400 $100,
58th Nassau Action 2009 Columbus Open U1200 $75, UNR $50. Reg.: Saturday 11:00-11:40. Rds.: 7/11 12-3:15-7:30;
9SS G/30, 1st Presbyterian Church, 1st & Main Sts., Mineola. EF $35 by 7/3, 5-SS, 30/90, SD/60 (2-day schedule, rd. 1 G/90), ALL PRIZES UNCONDITION- 7/12 9:45-1:30. One half point bye available, must commit prior to round 1 start.
$42 at site, non-memb $9 more. $$ (660 b/22, top 2 G) 200-100, U2100, 1900, ALLY GUARANTEED. 3 sections: Open, open to all. G $1200, 800, 500; U2200, Ent: (checks payable to Virginia Chess) Rappahannock Chess, PO Box 1721,
1700, 1500, 1300/UR each 72. 4 byes 1-9. [email protected]. Reg to 7:15 $500, 200; Premier, open to 1999/below. $500, 200; U1800, $500, 200; Dahlgren, VA 22448. Info: (540)424-2172. HR: $99 (reserve early or rates may
PM. Rds.: 7:15-8:25-9:35 each Mon. Rule 14H not used. Ent: Harold Stenzel, Reserve, open to 1599/below. $500, 200; U1400 $500, 200; All EF: $70 if recd go up!) 434-296-8111. www.vachess.org. NS NC W. WCL JGP.
80 Amy Dr., Sayville, NY 11782. by 7/1. $80 at site. $10 less for scholastic players under 1200. Free to Sr. Mas-
July 16-19, 17-19 or 18-19, California Southern
July 9, New York ter/above who complete their schedule. 3-day schedule: Reg. Ends Fri. 6:30
p.m., Rds.: Fri. 7 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 9:30 a.m., 3 p.m. 2-day sched-
ule: Reg. Ends Sat. 9:30 a.m. Rd 1 at 10 a.m., then merges with 3-day schedule. 14th annual Pacific Coast Open
10 Grand Prix Points Tonight! 6SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-3 G/50). Renaissance Agoura Hills Hotel,
4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 West 10 St, bet. 5-6 Ave, NYC: Re-entry: $20. Any player who loses Fri. night may re-enter for $20 and loss
30100 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills CA 91301 (US-101 to Reyes Adobe Road exit).
212-477-3716. EF: $35, Club membs $25, GMs free ($20 from prize), may be will not count in tournament standings! One 1/2-pt. Bye available in Rds 1-4
Adjacent to the Santa Monica Mountains, 26 miles west of Burbank, 12 miles
limited to 1st 36 entries. $$ 560 Gtd: $$ 200-110-50, Top U2200/unr $105, (request required prior to Rd 1). Unrated players may play in any section. $25
from Malibu, 28 miles from Ventura. Free parking. Prizes $30,000 based on
U2000 $95. Limit 2 byes (1 bye for U2000), commit by 8:15. Reentry $15. CCA upset prize each section. N.S. A/C; HOTELS: HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT, 750
250 paid entries (re-entries & U1000 count half), minimum $24,000 (80% of each
ratings may be used. Class pairings OK rd. 4. Rds 7-8:15-9:30-10:45 pm. STELZER RD., COLUMBUS, 43219 (WITH EXPANDED PLAYING SPACE). (614) 237-
prize) guaranteed. In 7 sections. Open: $3000-1500-700-400, clear or tiebreak
Phone entry often impossible. EFs $5 EXTRA IF UNDER 10 MINUTES 6360. ROOM RATE: $89.00 plus tax. Chess rate available through July 1st while
win $100 bonus, top U2300/Unr $1800-1000. FIDE. Under 2100: $2000-1000-
BEFORE GAME! rooms last. ENT. C/O Lou Friscoe, 1645 Glenn Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212.
600-400. Under 1900: $2000-1000-600-400. Under 1700: $2000-1000-600-400.
Inquires: (614) 486-6856. Web site: www.centralchessclub.com. WCL JGP.
A State Championship Event! Under 1500: $2000-1000-600-400. Under 1300: $1800-900-500-300. Under
World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 6 World Chess Live Grand Prix Points: 10 (enhanced)
July 10-12, Kansas July 11, New York 1000: $1000-500-300-200. Unrated may enter any section, with prize limit U2100
$900, U1900 $700, U1700 $500, U1500 $400, U1300 $200, U1000 $100; bal-
2009 Kansas Open at Bethany College Library Jenifer Woods Memorial Grand Prix ance goes to next player(s) in line. Top 6 sections EF: 4-day $144, 3-day $143,
2 sections: (7/11 and 7/12) 5SS, G120 (All prizes based on 100 non-scholas- 4SS RDS. 1 & 2 G/60, RDS. 3 & 4 G/90 @RCC (GTD) $150-90-60 class $80. Reg.: 2-day $142 mailed by 7/8, all $145 online at chesstour.com by 7/13, $150 phoned
tic rate entries) Open: all: $$400-200-100. 1999/below: 200-100-50. $25 & 8:30-9:15. RDS.: 9:30-12-2:15-5:30 EF: $30. Adv Ent/Info: Rochester Chess by 7/13 (406-896-2038, entry only, no questions), $160 (no checks, credit
Center, 221 Norris Drive, Rochester, NY 14610. (585)442-2430. cards OK) at tmt. Under 1000 Section EF: all $60 less. FREE TO UNRATED
plaque to top KS resident, designating person 2009 KS State Champion.
in U1000 or U1300 sections if paying 1 year USCF dues with entry. GMs free;
Reserve: 1799/below: $$400-200-100. Class C: 200-100-50. 1399/below + July 11, Tennessee $140 deducted from prize. SCCF membership ($18, jrs $10) required for rated
unrated: 200-100-50. $25 and plaque to top KS resident. EF: $45 if post-
Southern CA residents. Re-entry $80; not available in Open Section. Unofficial
marked by 7/03, $65 thereafter. Special $10 discount for advance entry into Murfreesboro Grand Prix uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise unrated. Spe-
both Kansas Open + Quick tourney. $10 entry fee for Scholastics, choosing not 5-SS, rd.1 G/30, rd.2 G/60, Rds.3, 4, 5 G/75. Trinity Presbyterian Church, cial 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- $30 online at
to compete for cash, entering Reserve section only, competing for three 1020 N. Rutherford Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN. EF: $20 by 7/9, $25 at site. $$ chesstour.com, $40 if mailed, phoned or paid at site. 4-day schedule: RegThu
plaques. Reg.: 7/11 8:30-9:30am. Rds.: 7/11: 10-2:30-7, 7/12: 9-1:30. KANSAS (1000, top 2 G, class prizes b/6 entries per class, else proportional): $200-104, to 6:30 pm, rds Thu 7 pm, Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 10-4:30. 3-day schedule:
QUICK CHESS CHAMP: at Karpov Chess School, 106 S Main- 1 section: X, A, B, C, D, E/below each $102, Unr. $84. Reg.: 8:00-8:45am. Rds.: 9:00-10:00- Reg. Fri to 11 am, rds Fri 12-7, Sat 11-6, Sun 10-4:30. 2-day schedule: Reg
(7/10), 5SS G10 (All prizes based on 50 non-scholastic rate entries) $$300-200- 12:45-3:15-5:45. Ent: Rutherford County Chess Club, P.O. Box 1593, Sat to 9 am, rds Sat 10-12:45-3:15-6, Sun 10-4:30. All schedules: Bye all, limit
100. Class A, B, & C and below + unrated: 100, 50 each. $25 plus plaque for Murfreesboro, TN 37133. rccc.us/ (with map to site), [email protected] 615-895- 2, Open must commit before rd 2, other sections before rd 4. HR: $87-87, 818-
top KS resident in Quick EF: $25 if postmarked by 7/03, $40 thereafter, $10 entry 7989 NS. NC. W. WCL JGP for rounds 3-5. 707-1220, request chess rate, reserve by 7/2 or rate may increase. Car rental:

fee for Scholastics choosing not to compete for cash, but for three plaques. July 11-12, New York Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. Ent: Continental Chess, PO Box
Reg.: 7/10 6-7pm. Rds.: 7:30, 8, 8:30, 9, 9:30. KANSAS BUGHOUSE CHAMP: 249, Salisbury Mills NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions:
at Karpov Chess School- 1 section: (7/10) at 4pm, 100% entry fees returned, July Grand Prix! www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9648. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com.
plaques to top team. EF: $10 per person. See website for details. HR: Dorm 4SS, 30/90, SD/1; Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $45, Mem- WCL JGP.
rooms at Bethany College available, $35 per room per night, contact Roxie Sjo- bers $25. $$625 Gtd: 250-100-75, U2200/Unrated $100, U2000 $100. Reg. ends A Heritage Event!

gren at 785-227-3380, Ext 8158 from 8am till 12:30 pm M to F or e-mail at 15 min. before game. Rds.: 2 schedules: 2-day, rds 12:30-5:30 pm each day; July 17-19 or 18-19, Arizona
[email protected] Motel rooms at www.lindsborg.org/tourism.html. 1-day, (rds 1-2 G/30), 10-11:15 am-12:30-5:30 pm Sun; both merge rd 3. Limit
Special: KCA membership required of KS residents to participate; $7 adult, $5 2 byes, commit at entry. NO RE-ENTRY. May be limited to first 60 players. WCL Ye Olde Pueblo Open and Scholastics
junior, $10 family. Annual meeting of KCA on 7/12 at 8 am Site: Lindsborg, JGP. Holiday Inn Palo Verde, 4550 S Palo Verde Rd.,Tucson, AZ 85714, 520-746-1161.

SECTIONS: Open, Reserve (U1800), Booster (U1400) & Scholastics (K- 2nd annual Chicago Class Championships c/o Tom Martinak, 25 Freeport St., Pittsburgh, PA 15223. 412-908-0286 mar-
6/U1000). Scholastic section is 2 separate 1-day tournaments. SCHEDULE: 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75). Under 1000 & Under 700 [email protected]. W.
(3-day) 5/SS, 40/2, SD/1; Reg.: 7/17 5:30-6:30 PM; Rds.: 7, 10-5, 9-4. (2-day) Sections: 6SS, G/75, 7/18-19 only. Doubletree Hotel Chicago/ Oak Brook, 1909
July 19, New York
5/SS, Rds 1-2 G/90; Rds. 3-5 40/2, SD/1; Reg.: 7/18 8:30-9:30 AM; Rds.: 10- Spring Rd (near I-88 Cermak Rd exit), Oak Brook, IL 60521. Free parking. No
1:30-5, 9-4. (Scholastics) 4/SS, G/40; Reg.: 7/18-19 8:30-9:30 AM; Round 1 residence requirements. $20,000 guaranteed prizes and trophies. In 9 sec- Grandmaster Challenge (QC)
at 10am then as available. PRIZES: (Open) $$G: $600(plaque)-400-300-200; tions; no unrated in Master, unrated allowed in Under 700 only if age 15 or below. 6-SS G/25 (G/20, D/5), Marshall CC, 23 W 10th St, NYC: 212-477-3716, lim-
$$b/4 X, A, B/below $150 ea. Trophy Top Jr. U20, Jr. U14, Sr. 50+; (Reserve) Master (2200/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear win or 1st on tiebreak $100, top ited to first 64 entries. EF: $35 over 55/under 18, $45 others, $10 less to
$$b/38: $250(plaque)-150(plaque); $$b/4 C, D/below $100 ea. Trophy to Top U2300 $800-400. FIDE. Expert (2000-2199/Unr): $1300-700-400-300. Class Marshall members (free buffet for participants.) GMs free, $25 deducted from
UNR, Jr. U14, Sr. 50+; (Booster)Trophy toTop 1st - 5th Place,Top E, U1000/Unr A (1800-1999/Unr): $1300-700-400-300. Class B (1600-1799/Unr): $1300-700- prize. Reg. ends 11:45 am. G$$350-250-150-100-75-50, $100 U2400, $100
and Jr. U11; (Scholastic each day) Trophy to 1st - 5th Place, Top U800, U600, 400-300. Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1200-600-400-200. Class D U2200, $75 U2000, $50 U1800, top over 55$=age, top under 18 $=3x age, top
and Unrated. EF: GM/IM are FREE! (Open) $55; (Reserve) $45; (Booster) $25; (1200-1399/Unr): $1000-500-300-200. Class E (Under 1200/Unr): $1000- scoring female ($=# of players.) Rds.: 12-1:15-2:30-4:00-5:15-6:30. Byes:
(Scholastics) $15 for each tournament or $25 for both days. LATE FEE: Addi- 500-300-200. Under 1000: $200-100-60-40, trophies to top 7. Under 700: limit 2, request before Round 3. Quick rated; regular ratings used for pairing
tional $10 ($5 for Scholastic) if entry received after 7/15. DISCOUNT: $10 off Trophies to top 7. Rated players may play up one section. Unrated prize limit and prize purposes. Additional class prize $500 2800+, $250 2700+.
EF for Juniors (under age 20) and Seniors (age 50+) in Open and Reserve. ALL: $80 U1000, $140 E, $200 D, $400 C, $500 B, $600 A. Top 7 sections EF: 3-day

1/2 pt byes allowed for all rounds but must be requested prior to start of Round $93, 2-day $92 mailed by 7/9, all $95 online at chesstour.com by 7/13, $100 July 21, New York
2 (max 2). No Re-entries. HR: $64 (single) or $72 (suite) if by 7/3, mention phoned to 406-896-2038 by 7/13 (entry only, no questions), $120 at site. No
SACA. Info: Karen Pennock, 520-975-3946, email: [email protected], checks at site, credit cards OK. U1000 & U700 EF: $27 mailed by 7/9, $28 online St. Johns Masters at the Marshall Chess Club
web: www.sazchess.org. Ent: Online registration available at www.sazchess.org/ at chesstour.com by 7/13, $30 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 7/13 (entry only, no 4SS, G/30.ThirdTues. of every month. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Open
store/store.html or postal mail (make checks payable to SACA) to: SACA, questions), $40 at site. All: ICA memb. ($15, scholastic $10) required for to players rated over 2100 (plus all players scoring 2.5 or more at any CCNY
Attn: 2009 Ye Olde Pueblo, PO Box 42407, Tucson, AZ 85733. NC. NS. W. WCL rated Illinois residents. FREE ENTRY TO UNRATED in Class D, E, U1000 or at MCCThursday 4 Rated GamesTonight! since the prior months SJM). EF: $40,
JGP except for Scholastic section. U700 if paying 1 year USCF dues with entry. GMs free, $90 deducted from prize. members $30, GMs $10 (returned on completion of tournament). For each event,
Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- $30 online at money added to prize fund by the sponsors, St. Johns University, and other gen-
July 17-19 or 18-19, Florida erous patrons. Top three prizes guaranteed. $$G 300-200-100. Top U2400
chesstour.com, $40 if mailed, phoned or paid at site. Re-entry $60; not avail-
able in Master Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games and Top U2300 prizes. Special prize for biggest upset. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.:
used if otherwise unrated. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 7-8:15-9:30-10:45pm. One bye available, rds. 1 or 4 only; declare at registra-
See Nationals.
11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11-2:30-6, tion.
A State Championship Event! Sun 9-3:15. U1000 & U700 schedule: Reg. ends 9:30 am, rds. Sat 10-1:30-
July 24-26 or 25-26, Connecticut
July 17-19 or 18-19, Georgia 5, Sun 9-12:30-3:15. Bye: all, Master must commit before rd 2, others before
rd 3. HR: $93-93, 800-528-0444, 630-472-6000, reserve by 7/3 or rate may 14th Annual Bradley Open
2009 Peach State Open Championship increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. Ent: Continen-
5-SS, 40/2, SD/30 mins. (2-day schedule, Rd. 1 G/90). Atlanta Chess Center, 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75). Sheraton Hotel, 1 Bradley Air-
tal Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. port (visible at airport entrance), Windsor Locks, CT 06096 (I-91 Exit 40 to Rt
3155A East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Scottdale, Georgia 30079. $2,500 b/89, 50% Questions: chesstour.com, 845-496-965 8. Advance entries posted at chess-
GTD. In 4 sections: Open: $400-200, u2200- $225, u2100- $225. Under 1900: 20). Free parking. $8000 guaranteed prize fund. In 4 sections. Open: $1000-
tour.com. WCL JGP. 600-400, U2200 $500250. FIDE. Under 2000: $800-400-200, top U1800
$225-125, u1700- $225-125. Under 1500: $225-125, u1300- $200, u1100-
$200. Unrated: (not part of base). EF: $18 if recd. by 7/15; $25 at site. Tro- A State Championship Event! $500-250. Under 1600: $700-400-200, top U1400 $450-250. Under 1200:

phies to top 7. All: EF: $42 if recd. by 7/15; $46 at site. Re-entry: $25. Bye: July 18, Pennsylvania $500-250-150, top U1000 $200. Unrated may not win over $100 in U1200, $300
all rounds (limit 2), must commit before 1st round. 3-day schedule: Reg.: ends U1600, or $500 U2000. EF: 3-day $88, 2-day $87 mailed by 7/16, all $89 online
at 7:15 p.m. Rounds: 7:45, 2-7:30, 10-3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg.: ends 10:30 2009 PA State Action Championship at chesstour.com by 7/22, $95 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 7/22 (entry only, no
a.m. Rounds: 1st at 10:30 a.m., then merges with 3-day. Info: atlantachess@ 5SS, G/30. Wm. Pitt Union, Univ. of Pitt., 5th & Bigelow, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. questions), $100 at site. No checks at site, credit cards OK. FREE ENTRY T O
yahoo.com or (404)-377-4400. Enter: Same as above. www.atlantachessclub. 2 Sections: Championship: EF: $25 by 7/10, $35 later. $$ (690G): $200-100, UNRATED in U1200 if paying 1 year USCF dues with entry. GMs free, $80
com. NS. NC. WCL JGP. U2000 $90, U1800 $80, U1600 $70, U1400 $60, U1200 $50, U1000 $40.Trophies: deducted from prize. Mailed EF $3 less to CSCA or WMCA members. Re-entry
1-3 U1400, 1-3 U1200, 1-3 U1000. Scholastic: Grades K-12 U900. EF: $15 by $50; not available in Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings based on 4

July 17-19 or 18-19, Illinois 7/10, $25 later.Trophies toTop 7, 1-3 U600. ALL:Trophies: 1-2 Schools, 1-2 Clubs. or more games used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with
PSCF $5, OSA. Reg ends Noon. Rds: 12:30-1:45-3-4:15-5:45. Ent/Info: PSCF, Chess Life if paid with entry- $30 online at chesstour.com, $40 mailed, phoned
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6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. 11-2:30-6, 9-3:15. Events. Free hotel shuttle service from Bush Intl. Airport. CAJUN BOUNTY: WCL JGP.
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by 7/10 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, $79 by 7/22; $89 at site; Unr. (U1600) and Jrs. (under 18 yrs of age and play- A Heritage Event!

ing in U1300 or U1600 Sections) $49 by 7/22; $59 at site. Schol. EF: $20 by
July 25-26, Wisconsin
or reserve car online through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess, Box
249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: 7/22; $25 at site; Re-Entry Fee: $25 (avail. up to Rd. 4-no re-entry in OPEN sec-
33rd Annual Green Bay Open
www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. tion; 3 re-entries count as an additional entry for prize fund). 3-day Sched:
Radisson Hotel, 2040 Airport Dr., Green Bay, WI 54313. 5SS 40/100, 30/1,
WCL JGP. Reg.: Fri. 5:30-7pm, Rds.: Fri. 8pm; Sat. 11-6:30, Sun. 9:30-2:30. 2-day Sched:
SD/30. EF: $40 Juniors under 19 $35 if recd by 7/22, all entries including phone
Reg.: Sat. 8:30-9:30am, (Rds. 1 & 2, G/75) Sat. 11-2:30-6:30, Sun. 9:30-2:30.
A Heritage Event! & email are $10 more after 7/22! $$Gtd: $1600 Cash + 6 trophies! 1st $375
Both schedules merge at Rd. 3. Schol. Sched: (All 5 rds G/30one day only,
July 24-26 or 25-26, North Carolina + trophy, 2nd $210, 1900s & 1800s $105 each; 1700s &1600s $100 each;
Sat., 7/25) Reg.: Sat. 8:30-9:30am, Rd. 1 at 10am; Other rds will follow imme-
diately. Byes: Avail. all Rds. (commit before Rd. 3). HR: $75 for single or 1500s & 1400s $95 each; 1300s & 1200s $90 each; Under 1200 $85; $150
36th LPO (Lipkin/Pfefferkorn Open) in best game prizes! Trophies to top Juniors ages 17-18, 15-16, 13-14, 11-12,
5-SS, 35/90, SD/1. (2-day option Rd. 1 G/80). Sundance Plaza Hotel, 3050 Uni- double (800-227-6963 or 281-445-9000), reserve by 7/15 and mention Cajun
Chess tournament to assure group rate. ENT: On-line registration and print- 10 & under. Reg.: At site 8:45-9:25am. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30; 10-3:30. HR:
versity Parkway, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105. (336)-723-2911. $79/$79/$89/$99 call 920-494-7300 mention chess tournament. Room block
$15,000 b/215 full paid, $7,500 GTD. In 7 sections: Open: $1200-600-500- able entry form at www.cajunchess.com, or mail entry form to Cajun Chess,
7230 Chadbourne Dr., New Orleans, LA 70126, or Franc Guadalupe, 305 Wil- held to 7/8. Other Info: 1/2 bye avail. rds 1, 2 or 3 if reqd w/entry. WCA Tour
350, u2300- $350-250. Under 2200: $1000-500-350-250, u2100- $250. Under Event. NS NC W. Entries & Inquiries to: Luke Ludwig, 2191 Allouez Ave.,
2000: $1000-500-350-250, u1900- $250. Under 1800: $1000-500-350-250, low Pointe Dr., League City, TX 77573. Info or Phone Ent: 713-530-7820 or
504-905-2971. Major credit cards accepted (no checks at site). WCL JGP. Green Bay, WI 54311. 920-465-9859, email: [email protected]. WCL JGP.
u1700- $250. Under 1600: $1000-500-350-250, u1500- $250. Under 1400:

July 26, California Southern
$1000-500-350-250, u1200- $250. Unrated: (not part of base) Trophies to top July 25-26 or 26, New York
7. EF: $91 3-day, $90 2-day if received by 7/20; $99 at site. GMs and IMs Free;
$75 deducted from any prize. Unrated: $25 3-day, $24 2-day if recd. by 7/20; New York Marshall CC July GP! 2009 Westwood Summer Open
$30 at site. Juniors: $48 if playing for trophy; $69 for cash by 7/20; $10 more 4SS, 30/90, SD/1; Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $45, Mem- 5-SS, G/40. Los Angeles Chess Club, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, CA 90025,
at site. 3-day schedule: Reg.: ends 7 p.m. Rounds: 7:30, 2-7:30, 10-3:30. 2- bers $25. $$625 Gtd: 250-100-75, U2200/Unrated $100, U2000 $100. Reg. ends 2nd floor (4 blocks West of 405 Fwy). $$1500 b/50, 80% of each prize guar-
day schedule: Reg.: ends 9:30 a.m. Rounds:10 a.m., then merges with 3-day. 15 min. before game. Rds.: 2 schedules: 2-day, rds 12:30-5:30 pm each day; anteed. In two sections: Open: $400-200-50, U2200 125, U2000 125. Reserve
All: Re-entry $45, not in Open. NCCA membership required $5, other states ok. 1-day, (rds 1-2 G/30), 10-11:15 am-12:30-5:30 pm Sun; both merge rd 3. Limit (U1800): $$200-125, U1600 $100, Under 1400/unrated $100, U1200 $75. EF:
Half-point byes available in 1st 4 rounds, limit 2, must commit in advance. NCCA 2 byes, request at entry. NO RE-ENTRY. May be limited to first 60 players. WCL $47 if received by 7/25, $55 at site. SCCF memb. ($18, under 18 $10) req. for
Grand Prix. Hotel: $79.99 single/double. Must reserve by July 11th to be JGP. rated S. CA residents. No checks or credit cards at site. Half point byes: limit
guaranteed a room!! Mention: ChessTournament to get rate. Info: Atlanta Chess 1, must be req. w/entry. Reg.: 9-9:45 a.m. Rds.: 10-11:30-1:30-3:15-4:45. 2
Center, (404)-377-4400, Thad Rogers (478)-742-5607 or atlantachess@ A Heritage Event! Free Parking lots on the SW corner of Santa Monica & Purdue, or in the build-

yahoo.com. Enter: American Chess Promotions, 3055 General Lee Road, July 25-26, Oklahoma ing basement ($3). Inf: [email protected]. Ent: SCCF, c/o John Hillery,
Macon, Georgia 31204. NS. NC. W. FIDE. WCL JGP. 835 N. Wilton Place #1, Los Angeles, CA 90038. On-line entry: www.western
64th OCF Oklahoma Open - Jerry Spann Memorial - FIDE OCF chess.com. State Championship Qualifier.
July 24-26, Texas Championship
5-SS, G/90 + 30 sec, $$G 1,700. Quality Inn-Bricktown, 1800 E Reno (and MLK), July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, Florida
Houston Open OKC, OK 73117 (1 mile East of Bricktown). Res line: 800-4choice, HR: $60-60-
5SS, G/120. Open Sect. is FIDE rated. Free entry for GMs, and IMs (EF 60 (chess). Wi-Fi, EF: Open: $45, Reserve: $30 (if received before July 20): $10 17th Annual Southern Open
deducted from winnings). SIDE EVENTS: (Schol. 5SS, G/30, 1-day only, Sat. July more at site. OCF $10. Two Sections: Open (FIDE): Gtd 1st 500, 300, 200, A: 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75), Ramada Orlando Celebration
25); 5-min. Blitz CAJUN KNOCK-OUT (Sat. night after Rd. 3). Separate $200, B: $200, C: $200. Reserve: U-1400 Gtd 1st $200, 100, Class $ per Resort, 6375 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (Rt 192), Kissimmee, FL 34747 (1.5
room for schol. Players - A trophy or a medal will be awarded to each schol. entrees; Reg.: 9-9:45. Rds at 10-2:30-7, 9-1:15. 2 half pt byes rds 1-5, FIDE miles from Disney World). Free parking. $12,000 prize fund unconditionally
player. Crowne Plaza Hotel Houston North - Greenspoint, 425 N. Sam Houston (Open), LS, W, Free Parking. Frank Berry, 402 S. Willis St, Stillwater, OK 74074. guaranteed. In 4 sections. Open: $1500-700-500-300, top Under 2300/Unr
Pkwy E., Houston (800-227-6963 or 281-445-9000). 5 Sects. PRIZES: $10,000 [email protected], 405 372-5758. WCL JGP. $800-400. FIDE. Under 2100: $1000-500-300-200, top Under 1900 $700-300.
b/200 paid ent, min. $5,000 Gtd. OPEN: $1400-800-500-300-200; U2200: Under 1700: $1000-500-300-200, top Under 1500 $700-300. Under 1300: $600-

$700-400; U2000: $800-400-200-100-50; U1800: $800-400-200-100-50; July 25-26, Texas 300-200-100, top Under 1100 $400-200. Unrated may not win over $100 in
U1600/Unr*: $800-400-200-100-50; U1300: $400-300-200-100-50. *Unrated U1300, $300 U1700, or $500 U2100. Top 3 sections EF: 3-day $103, 2-day
players may only win 50% of the prize fund unless playing in the Open Sect. DFW FIDE Open V $102 mailed by 7/23, all $105 online at chesstour.com by 7/28, $110 phoned
Schol. Sects. (Individual): OPEN, U1000, U700. Prizes: Trophies to top 10 in 5SS, G/90 with 30 second increment. Dallas Chess Club, 212 S Cottonwood Dr to 406-896-2038 by 7/28 (entry only, no questions), $120 (no checks, credit cards
each section. Every non-trophy winner receives a souvenir medal. Scholastic #A, Richardson, TX 75080. One Section $$550G. Open: This section is FIDE OK) at site. Under 1300 Section EF: all $40 less. GMs free; $100 deducted
players may play in both adult and schol. sections, if desired, by registering rated but uses USCF Rules. $400-$100-$50. EF: $50, Juniors (U19)/Senior/Hcap from prize. FREE ENTRY TO UNRATED if paid with 1 year USCF dues. All sec-
in both events (3-day & Schol. Schedules) and taking a 1/2-pt. Bye for Rd. 2 $30, plus $5 non-DCC membership fee if applicable. Registration: 9:45 -10:15 tions: Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- online at
of the 3-day Sched. USCF-recommended computer tiebreaks will decide tro- am. Rds.: Sat 10:45 - 3:10 - 7:16, Sun 10:45-3:10. One Bye allowed if requested chesstour.com $30, mailed, phoned or paid at site $40. Re-entry $60; not
phy and medal placements for winners of all schol. sections. TOURN. SPECIALS: before rd 2, withdrawals are not eligible for prizes. Ent: Dallas Chess Club, see available in Open Section. AUGUST OFFICIAL RATINGS USED. Unofficial

uschess.org ratings based on 4 or omore games usually used if otherwise Aug. 7-9 or 8-9, Connecticut Fri to 11 am, rds Fri 12-7, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg Sat to
unrated. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6:30 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9 am, rds Sat 10-12:45-3:15-6, Sun 9-3:15. All schedules: Bye all, limit 2, Open
9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10:30 am, rds. Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun 9-3:15. 15th Annual Northeast Open must commit before rd 2, other sections before rd 4. HR: $84-84, 508-347-7393,
All: Half point byes OK all, limit 2, must commit before rd 2. HR: $79-79 plus 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75). Holiday Inn Select, 700 Main St., request chess rate, reserve by 7/30 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-
$5 resort fee, includes breakfast, 877-467-5786, 407-390-5800, reserve by 7/17 Stamford, CT 06901. Free parking. $8000 guaranteed prize fund. In 4 sections. 331-1600, use AWD #D657633. Ent: Continental Chess, P O Box 249, Salisbury
or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, or Open: $1000-600-400, U2200 $500250. FIDE. Under 2000: $800-400-200, top Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: www.chesstour.com,
reserve car online through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess Association, U1800 $500-250. Under 1600: $700-350-200, top U1400 $400-200. Under 1200: 845-496-9648. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. WCL JGP.
Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: $500-300-150, top U1000 $200-100. Unrated may not win over $100 in U1200,
Aug. 21-23 or 22-23, California Northern
www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Advance entries posted at chess tour.com. $300 U1600, or $500 U2000. EF: 3-day $88.50, 2-day $87.50 mailed by 7/30,
WCL JGP. all $89 online at chesstour.com by 8/5, $95 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 8/5 (entry Central California Open

July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, Vermont only, no questions), $100 at site. No checks at site, credit cards OK. FREE ENTRY 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75), Ramada University Hotel, 324
TO UNRATED in U1200 if paying 1 year USCF dues with entry. GMs free, $80 E. Shaw Ave., Fresno, CA 93710 (CA-99 to CA-41 to Shaw Ave). Cosponsored
20th annual Vermont Resort Open deducted from prize. Mailed EF $3 less to CSCA members. Re-entry $50; not by Fresno Chess Club. $$ 15,000 based on 150 paid entries (re-entries count
5 SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75), Stratton Mountain Inn, Middle available in Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more half), minimum $10,000 (2/3 of each prize) guaranteed. In 4 sections: Open:
Ridge Rd (take Stratton Mtn Rd from center of Bondville), Stratton Mountain, games used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life $2000-1000-500-300, top U2200 $800-400. FIDE. Under 2000: $1500-700-400-
VT 05155. Bondville is 13 mi SE of Manchester, VT on Rt 30; under 2 hours from if paid with entry- $30 online at chesstour.com, $40 mailed, phoned or paid at 200, top U1800 $800-400. Under 1600: $1200-700-400-200, top U1400
Albany NY or Springfield MA. $3000 guaranteed prizes. In 3 sections. Open: site. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6:30 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9- $600-300. Under 1200: $1000-500-300-200, top U1000 $400-200. Unrated may
$500-300-200, top Under 2100/Unr $230-120. FIDE. Under 1900: $320-160- 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. 11-2:30-6, 9-3:15. Bye: all, enter any section, with prize limits: U1200 $100, U1600 $300, U2000 $500. Bal-
100, top Under 1700 $200-100. Under 1500: $300-150-80, top Under 1300 limit 2; must commit before rd 2. HR: $99-99, 800-408-7640, 203-358-8400; ance goes to next player(s) in line. EF: 3-day $113, 2-day $112 mailed by
$160-80. Unrated may not win over $100 in U1500 or $200 in U1900. EF: 3- reserve by 7/24 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD 8/13, all $115 online at chesstour.com by 8/18, $120 phoned to 406-896-2038
day $73, 2-day $72 mailed by 7/23, all $75 online at chesstour.com by 7/29, D657633, or reserve car online through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess, by 8/18 (entry only, no questions), $130 at site. Mailed EF $10 less to Fresno
$80 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 7/29 (entry only, no questions), $85 at site. No Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: Chess Club members. FREE TO UNRATED in U1200 section if paying 1 year USCF
checks at site, credit cards OK. FREE ENTRY TO UNRATED in U1500 Section if www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. dues with entry. GMs free, $100 deducted from prize. All: Unofficial uschess.org
paying 1 year USCF dues with entry. GMs free; $60 deducted from prize. Re- WCL JGP. ratings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year
entry $40, not available in Open. AUGUST OFFICIAL RATINGS USED. Unofficial A Heritage Event! USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry: online at chesstour.com $30, mailed,
uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise unrated. Spe-
Aug. 13-16, 14-16 or 15-16, Massachusetts phoned or paid at site $40. Re-entry $60; not available in Open Section. No
cial 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- $30 online at checks at site, credit cards OK. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds Fri 7
chesstour.com, $40 by mail, phone or at site. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds Sat 11-
39th annual Continental Open
6:30 pm, rds Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10:30 2:30-6, Sun 9-3:15. Byes: OK all; must commit before rd 2. HR: $89-89,
6SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-3 G/50). Host Hotel at Cedar Lake, 366
am, rds. Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun 9-3. Half point byes OK all, limit 2; must commit 800-241-0756, 559-224-4040, request chess rate, reserve by 8/7 or rate may
Main St (Rt 20 West), Sturbridge, MA 01566 (I-84 Exit 3, near I-90). Free
before rd 2. HR: $79-79, 1-800-STRATTON, 802-297-2500, reserve by 7/17 or increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633, or reserve car
parking. Experience early 19th century America at Old Sturbridge Village (see
rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, or reserve online through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury
car online through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess, PO Box 249, Salis- www.osv.org). Prizes $30,000 based on 250 paid entries (re-entries & U1000
count half), minimum $24,000 (80% of each prize) guaranteed. In 7 sections. Mills, NY 12577. Questions: 845-496-9658. Advance entries posted at chess-
bury Mills, NY 12577. Questions: 845-496-9658, www.chesstour.com. $15 tour.com. WCL JGP.
service charge for refunds. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. WCL JGP. Open: $3000-1500-700-400, clear or tiebreak win $100 bonus, top U2300/Unr

$1800-1000. FIDE. Under 2100: $2000-1000-600-400. Under 1900: $2000-1000- Aug. 22, Illinois
A Heritage Event! 600-400. Under 1700: $2000-1000-600-400. Under 1500: $2000-1000-600-400.

Aug. 1-9, 4-9 or 6-9, Indiana Under 1300: $1800-900-500-300. Under 1000: $1000-500-300-200. Unrated 2009 U.S. Game/60 Championship
may enter any section, with prize limit U2100 $900, U1900 $700, U1700 $500, See Nationals.
110th annual U.S. Open U1500 $400, U1300 $200, U1000 $100; balance goes to next player(s) in line.
See Nationals. Top 6 sections EF: 4-day $144, 3-day $143, 2-day $142 mailed by 8/6, all $145 Aug. 23, Illinois

Aug. 6, New York online at chesstour.com by 8/11, $150 phoned by 8/11 (406-896-2038, entry
only, no questions), $160 (no checks, credit cards OK) at tmt. Under 1000 Sec- 2009 U.S. Game/30 Championship
tion EF: all $60 less. FREE TO UNRATED in U1000 or U1300 sections if paying See Nationals.
10 Grand Prix Points Tonight!
4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 West 10 St, bet. 5-6 Ave, NYC: 1 year USCF dues with entry GMs free; $140 deducted from prize. MACA mem- A Heritage Event!

212-477-3716. EF: $35, Club membs $25, GMs free ($20 from prize), may be bership ($12, under 18 $6) required for rated MA residents, WMCA accepted Aug. 28-30 or 29-30, District of Columbia
limited to 1st 36 entries. $$ 560 Gtd: $$ 200-110-50, Top U2200/unr $105, for western MA residents. Re-entry $80; not available in Open Section. Unof-
U2000 $95. Limit 2 byes (1 bye for U2000), commit by 8:15. Reentry $15. CCA ficial uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise unrated. 41st annual Atlantic Open
ratings may be used. Class pairings OK rd. 4. Rds 7-8:15-9:30-10:45 pm. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- $30 online at 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75), Washington Westin Hotel, 1400
Phone entry often impossible. EFs $5 EXTRA IF UNDER 10 MINUTES chesstour.com, $40 if mailed, phoned or paid at site. 4-day schedule: RegThu M St NW atThomas Circle, Washington, DC 20005. $$G 20,000 GUARANTEED
BEFORE GAME! to 6:30 pm, rdsThu 7 pm, Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 3-day schedule: Reg. PRIZE FUND. In 7 sections. Open: $2000-1000-500-300, clear or tiebreak 1st
US OPEN SIDE EVENTS

Indianapolis Marriott East, 7202 East 21st St, Indianapolis IN 46219
August 1-2 August 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

US Open Weekend Swiss US Open Quads
WCL GPP: 6. 5SS, G/60, $1000 guaranteed prizes. $$ Each is 3RR, G/30. EF $20, 1st prize $50 each quad.
200-100-50, U2200/Unr $160, U1800 $140, U1600 Reg. 9-11:30 am, rds. 12-1:30-2:30.
$120, U1400 $100, U1200 $80, Unr $50. World Chess
Live Grand Prix Points: 6. EF $40, free to unrated if pay- August 5
ing USCF dues. Reg. 8:30-9:30 am 8/1, rds. Sat. US Open G/15 Championship
10-1-3:30, Sun. 10-1. 5SS, G/15, quick rated, higher of regular or quick rating
used. EF $40. 80% of EF returned in cash prizes: 1st
August 2 30%, 2nd 15%, U2100 12%, U1800 10%, U1500/Unr
US Open Scholastic 8%, U1200 5%. Reg. 9-11:30 am, rds. 12-1-2-3-4.
4SS, G/30, open to K-12 (2008-9 school year). EF
$20. In 3 sections: Open, Under 1200/Unr, Under August 8
800/Unr. Trophies to top 5 each section, top U1600, US Open Blitz Championship
U1400 in Open, U1000, Unr in U1200, U600, Unr in WCL GPP: 15. 7SS, double round (14 games), 1 sec-
U800. Reg. 9-11:30 am, rds. 12-1:30-3-4:30. tion. Quick rated, higher of regular or quick rating used.
$2000 guaranteed prizes! $$ 400-200-150, Expert
August 3 $200-100, U2000 $200-100, U1800 $180-90,
US Open Bughouse U1600/Unr $140-70, U1400 $100, U1200 $70. EF
5SS, G/5. EF $20 per team. 80% of EF in cash prizes. $40, free to unrated if paying USCF dues. Reg. 9-11:30
Reg. 9-11:30 am, round 1 noon. am, 1st round noon.

Tournament Life
$100 bonus, top U2300/Unr $1200-600. FIDE. Under 2100: $1500-700-400- through chesstour.com. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY Former NJ Champs get early EF of $35 Late EF is $70 Former NJ Champs
200. Under 1900: $1500-700-400-200. Under 1700: $1500-700-400-200. 12577. Questions: www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Advance entries posted for multiple yrs get early EF of $1 (ONE DOLLAR). Late EF is $70 No excep-
Under 1500: $1300-700-400-200. Under 1300: $1200-600-300-200. Under at chesstour.com. WCL JGP. tions Only early EFs get discount Ent: Ken Thomas, 115 West Moore St ,
1000: $400-300-200-100. Unrated may not win over $100 in U1000, $200 U1300, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Make checks payable to NJSCF Info: Ken,
$400 U1500, $500 U1700, $600 U1900, or $700 U2100. Top 6 sections EF: 3- acn@goes com or (908) 763-6468 Players and spectators, no ear covering
Sept. 5-7 or 6-7, Illinois
day $103, 2-day $102 mailed by 8/20, all $104 online at chesstour.com by 8/25, allowed, especially cell phones attached to the ear NS, No NC, W NYC play-
$110 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 8/25 (entry only, no questions), $120 at site. 2009 Illinois Open Championship ers will be shuttled to/from the Bound Brook Station Call Kens cell
Under 1000 EF: All $60 less. All sections: No checks at site, credit cards OK. 908-763-6468 FIDE. WCL JGP.
6SS, 2 Schedules, 2 Sections, New Site: DoubleTree Hotel: 1909 Spring Road,
Re-entry $60, not available in Open Section. GMs free, $90 deducted from prize.
Oakbrook, Illinois 60523, (630) 472-6020, (630) 472-6000, $89 room rate lim- Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, Illinois
FREE ENTRY TO UNRATED in U1000 or U1300 Section if paid with 1 year USCF ited availability (group code CHS). $10,000 B/200 paid players, $$$ increased
dues. All: Unofficial uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games used if oth- to maximum as attendance increases! Open (open to all/FIDE rated for Clas- 18th annual Midwest Class Championships
erwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- sic schedule): $1200-800-600; U2400: $500-400-375; U2200: $350-325-300; 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75). Under 1000 & Under 700 Sec-
online at chesstour.com $30, mailed, phoned or paid at site $40. 3-day sched- U2000: $275-250-200, Un can win top 3 only. Reserve (U1800): $1000-700- tions: 6SS, G/75, 10/10-11 only. Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel, 601 North
ule: Reg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 10-4:15. 2-day schedule: 550; U1600: $450-400-350; U1400: $300-250; U1200: $225-$200, Un can win Milwaukee Avenue, Wheeling IL 60090 (from Chicago, I-294 north to US-45 north;
Reg. ends Sat. 10 am, rds Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun 10-4:15. Bye: all, limit 2, Open top 3 only. Classic Schedule G/120 inc 30 or G/150: Sat-Sun: 11-5, Mon. 10- from Milwaukee, I-94 to Lake Cook Rd to US-45 south). Free parking. $20,000
must commit before rd 2, others before rd 3. HR: $96-96, 202-429-1700, 4. Busy Person Schedule: Sun (rnds 1-3) G/45: 11-1-3, Sun 5 pm (rnd 4, guaranteed prizes and trophies. In 9 sections; no unrated allowed in Mas-
reserve by 8/7 or rate may increase. Regular rate at this luxury hotel is over merged), Mon. 10-4. EF: Early $80, $5 rebate on site for pre-entries upon ter or Expert, unrated allowed in Under 700 only if age 15 or below. Master
$200! Car rental: 800-331-1600, use AWD D657633, or reserve car online request for current or renewing ICA members. $5 rebate on site for pre- (2200/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear win or 1st on tiebreak $100, top U2300
through chesstour.com. Parking: $8/day to 2 am or $16/day overnight; garage entries upon request for USCF G/30 and/or G/60 Championship players, ($10 $800-400. FIDE. Expert (2000-2199): $1300-700-400-300. Class A (1800-
has limited space. Ent: Continental Chess Association, Box 249, Salisbury extra to play up from Reserve to Open section) if postmarked by August 31, 1999/Unr): $1300-700-400-300. Class B (1600-1799/Unr): $1300-700-400-300.
Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: www.chesstour.com, no e-mail/phone entries available (check Web page for extended on-line CC entry Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1200-600-400-200. Class D (1200-1399/Unr):
845-496-9658. Advance entries posted at chesstour.com. WCL JGP. deadline), Include: USCF id #, current USCF & ICA, Section, Schedule. EF ALL: $1000-500-300-200. Class E (Under 1200/Unr): $1000-500-300-200. Under
A Heritage Event! $90 at door ($10 to play up): 9/5 or 9/6, 9:30-10:30 AM, $100 after 10:30 1000: $200-100-60-40, trophies to top 7. Under 700: Trophies to top 7. Rated
A State Championship Event! AM 9/5 or 9/6. No phone or e-mail entries available, please use USPS and on- players may play up one section. Unrated prize limit $70 U1000, $110 E, $150

Sept. 4-7, 5-7 or 6-7, New York line entries. Re-entry: $50 with 1/2 point bye rnd 1 or alternate schedule with D, $250 C, $350 B, $500 A. Top 7 sections EF: 3-day $103, 2-day $102 mailed
no byes. Entries (checks payable only to Chess For Life, LLC):Tim Just, 37165 by 10/1, all $105 online at chesstour.com by 10/6, $110 phoned to 406-896-
131st annual NY State Championship Willow, Gurnee, Il 60031. Info: 847-244-7954 (before 6 PM), 2 side events! 2038 by 10/6 (entry only, no questions), $120 at site. No checks at site, credit
Out of state welcome. 6SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option except in Open Section, U1000TrophyTournament, Sat. daytime & G/25 Quick Chess, Sat. PM (look for cards OK. U1000 & U700 EF: $27 mailed by 10/1, $28 online at chesstour.com
rds 1-3 G/45), Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf Road, Albany 12205 (Thruway Exit 24, our TLAs or go to our web page for more info). chessforlife.com. Book Dealer by 10/6, $30 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/6 (entry only, no questions), $40
I-87 north to Wolf Rd, Exit 4). Luxurious hotel with indoor/outdoor pool, sauna, on site. WCL JGP. at site. All: ICA memb. ($15, scholastic $10) required for rated Illinois residents.
fitness center, free parking, free airport shuttle, many restaurants in area. $$G A State Championship Event! FREE ENTRY TO UNRATED in Class D or lower if paid with 1 year USCF dues.

13,000. In 4 sections. Open: $1600-800-400-200, top U2300/Unr $700, U2200 Sept. 5-7 or 6-7, New Jersey Unofficial uschess.org ratings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise
$600, U2100 $500. FIDE. Under 2000: $1200-600-300-200, top U1800 $700- unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- online at
350. Under 1600: $1000-500-300-150, top U1400 $600-300. Under 1200: 2009 New Jersey State Championship chesstour.com $30, mailed, phoned or paid at site $40. Re-entry $60; not
$800-400-200-100, top U1000 $300-150. Unrated may not win over $100 in Somerset Ramada Inn, 60 Cottontail Lane, Somerset NJ, Exit 12 off I-287 available in Master Section. GMs $80 from prize. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends
U1200, $300 in U1600, or $500 in U2000. All: 1 year NYSCA membership to NY (Weston Canal Road) In 4 Sections: Open, Gold U1900 Silver U1600 & Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10
residents paying EF who are not members. EF: 4-day $99, 3-day $98, 2-day $97 Booster U1300 6SS, TC: 40/2, SD/1, Playing Schedules: 3-day, 9/5-7, 2- am, rds. Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun 9-3:15. U1000 & U700 schedule: Reg. ends 9:30
mailed by 8/27, all $100 online at chesstour.com by 9/2, $105 phoned to 406- day, 9/6-7 All prizes guaranteed Open: $500-400-300-200-200-200-200 am, rds. Sat 10-1:30-5, Sun 9-12:30-3:15. Bye: all, Master must commit before
896-2038 by 9/2 (entry only, no questions), $120 at site. FREE ENTRY TO Top Expert & Class A, $100 each U1900: $500-300-200 Top B $100 U1600: rd 2, others before rd 3. HR: $94-94-94-94, 800-937-8461, 847-777-6500,
UNRATED in U1200 if paying 1 year USCF dues. All: Unofficial uschess.org rat- $500-300-200 Top D $100 U1300: $500-300-200 Trophies: Top 3 each sec- reserve by 9/25 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD
ings based on 4 or more games used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF tion NJ Champion, Exp, A, B, D, E & Unr New players may win first prize only #D657633. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills NY 12577. $15 serv-
dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- online at chesstour.com $30, mailed, in Open Section Early EF: Open: $71 / lower sections $66 (Former NJ ice charge for refunds. Questions: chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Advance
phoned or paid at site $40. Re-entry $70, all sections but Open. GMs free, $80 Champs, see below) Entry must be mailed by 9/01 or paid online by 9/04, entries posted at chesstour.com. WCL JGP.

deducted from prize. No checks at site, credit cards OK. 3-day schedule: Reg. Open $85 /lower sections $80 at site All Reentrys $45, but cant be NJ Champ Nov. 13-15 or 14-15, Ohio
ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11-6, Sun 11-6, Mon 9-3:15. 4-day schedule: Reg. Join at website entryfeesrus.com via PayPal Playing site Reg 3-day:
ends Fri 6:30 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 6 pm, Sun 11-6, Mon 9-3:15. 2-day sched- 9/05, 9am-11am Rds. Sat 12-7, Sun 11-6, Mon 9-4 Reg 2-day: 9/06, 9am- 18th Annual Kings Island Open
ule: Reg. ends Sun. 10:30 am, rds Sun 11-1:30-3:30-6, Mon 9-3:15, no 2-day 10:30am, Round 1-3 (G/45) starts 11am then ASAP Both schedules merge 5SS, 40/2, SD/1 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/75), Kings Island Resort, 5691 Kings
schedule in Open. Bye: all, limit 2, must commit before rd 2. HR: $96-96, 800- in Rd 4 Byes: 2 byes allowed, 1-5 Hotel Rates $79 with free continental Break- Island Drive (I-71, 6 mi north of I-275), Mason, OH 45040. Free parking. $$
443-8952, 518-458-8444, reserve by 8/21 or rate may increase. NYSCA meeting fast (732) 560-9880 Mention NJ Chess to receive this special hotel rate 25,000 based on 360 paid entries (re-entries count as 60% entries, U1000 Sec-
9 am Sun. Car rental: 800-331-1600, use AWD D657633, or reserve car online SPECIAL PRIZES will be awarded by drawing to early online entries NOTICE- tion EF 40% entries, unrated not counted); minimum $20,000 (80% of each prize)

guaranteed. Free analysis of your games by GM Arthur Bisguier. In 8 sections: time delay. NS, NC, FREE PARKING! ENT: www.TheChessUnion.com. INFO: Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT)
Open: $2500-1200-600-300-200, 1st on tiebreak $100 bonus, top U2300/Unr Call 951-990-7990. See Utah.
$1400-700. FIDE. Under 2100: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1900: $2000-
Aug. 21-23 or 22-23, Central California Open
1000-500-300-200. Under 1700: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1500:
See Grand Prix. Colorado
$1500-700-400-200-100. Under 1300: $1200-600-300-200-100. Under
1000/Unr: $300-200-100-60-40. Unrated prize limits: U1000 $80, U1300 $130, Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT) Aug. 1-2, Manitou Springs: PIKES PEAK OPEN
See Utah. 5-SS, Rds: 1-3 40/90 and G/1; Rds: 4-5 40/2 and G/1. Manitou Springs City
U1500 $300, U1700 $400, U1900 $500. Balance goes to next player(s) in line.
Hall, 606 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, CO 80829. One open section. EF: $30
EF: 3-day $103, 2-day $102 mailed by 11/5, all $105 online at chesstour.com
California Southern if recd by July 30, $35 at site. $8 EF discount for juniors, seniors, unrated. CSCA
LA CHESS CLUB * www.LaChessClub.com

by 11/10, $110 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/10 (entry only, no questions),
required, ($15, jrs & srs 10), OSA. Cash prizes per entries. Registration:
$120 at site. Under 1000 Section EF: 3-day $43, 2-day $42 if mailed by 11/5,
Fridays: 8 PM-10 PM (Blitz Tournament) Saturdays:
8:30 - 9:30 AM. Rds.: 10:00 AM, 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM; 9:00 AM, 3:00 PM. Entries
$44 online at chesstour.com by 11/10, $46 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/10,
10AM-10 PM (Class& 2 Tournaments) Sundays: 12
to: Jerry Maier, 229 Hargrove Court, Colorado Springs, CO 80919. Phone (719)
$50 at site. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Re-entry $60; not available in
PM-6 PM (Tournament) Tuesdays: 7:30 PM-9:30 PM
660-5531 or e-mail [email protected] . COLORADO TOUR EVENT. WCL JGP.
Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated.
All: FREE ENTRYTO UNRATED in U1000 or U1300 if paying 1 yr USCF dues. Spe-
(Intermediate/Advanced Lecture) 11514 Santa Monica Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT)
cial 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry- online at chesstour.com
Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 * (310) 795-5710 (4 blocks See Utah.
$30, mailed, phoned or paid at site $40. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm,
West of 405, Santa Monica& Butler * Second Floor)
Private (1:1) Lessons * Group Classes * Tournaments.
Aug. 22-23, Monument Open
rds Fri 7 pm, Sat 11-6, Sun 9-3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds
6 round Swiss system tournament. Time Control: All Rounds: G/120. Site: Sun-
Sat 11-2:30-6, Sun 9-3:15. Byes: OK all; Open must commit by rd 2, others by
June 5, 12, 19, 26, LACC Friday Nite Blitz (QC) dance Mountain Lodge, 1865 Woodmoor Drive, Monument, CO 80132.
rd 3. HR: $73-73, 800-727-3050, 513-398-0115, reserve by 10/30 or rate may
5SS, G/5 (10 Games). LACC, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd Fl. 4 blks Directions: If coming from north of Monument Hill:Take I-25 South to exit 161
increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633, or reserve car
W 405. EF: $10. Q-rated. Reg.: 7:30-8. Rds.: 8-8:30-9-9:30,10. 2 Free Parking (State Highway 105 / Monument). Head east (away from the mountains) on S.H.
online through chesstour.com. Car rental is easiest & cheapest transportation
lots SW of S Monica/Purdue; or underground ($3). Prizes: 1/2 EF. Inf: (310) 105, then make a left onto Woodmoor Drive (1st traffic light). The Lodge is 1/3
from Cincinnati Airport. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY
795-5710 or www.LaChessClub.com. of a mile on your right. If coming from south of Monument Hill:Take I-25 North
12577. Questions: 845-496-9658. Advance entries will be posted at chess-
to exit 161 (State Highway 105 / Monument). Head west (toward the moun-
tour.com. WCL JGP. June 6, 13, 20, 27, LACC LA Masters tains) on S.H. 105, then make a right onto Woodmoor Drive (1st traffic light).
4SS, G/30 LACC, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd Fl. 4 blks W 405. The Lodge is 1/3 of a mile on your right. Restaurant, bar and lodging on site.
Regional EF: $30 ($20 LACC memb). Reg.: 5:30-6. Rds.: 6, 7, 8, 9. Prizes: 75% EF. 2 Free
lots SW of S Monica/Purdue; or underground ($3). Inf: (310) 795-5710 or
Call early to reserve a room. Phone number for the lodge is 719-481-6000. Men-
tion youre with the chess tournament. Check out their website:
www.LaChessClub.com.
Alabama www.sundancemountainlodge.com. Sections: Open (open to all) and Reserve
(U1500). On Site Entry fee: $40; Sr, Jr, Unr $32. Pre-registration entry fee:
June 6, 13, 20, 27, LACC Saturday Open
Bham C. C. 4SS, G/30 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd Fl. 4 blks W 405. EF: $20 $35; Sr, Jr, Unr $27 which must be paid at the time of pre-registration and
Meets Mon. nites each wk., 2116 Columbiana Rd. (Columbiana Crossing Shopg. ($15 LACC memb). Reg.: 11:30-12. Rds.: 12, 1, 2, 3. Prizes: 1/2 EF. 2 Free lots received by August 20, 2009. Please include email address for confirmation of
Ctr.) Bham 35226. All skills & levels welcome! W. N.S. USCF rtd tourns. planned SW of S. Monica/Purdue; or underground ($3). Inf: (310) 795-5710 or prepayment received. USCF & CSCA membership required: See
in 09. Mon. Quads by request. Vulcan Open-May; Bham City Cships-Aug.; Magic www.LaChessClub.com. www.uschess.org/ for USCF membership rates. CSCA Membership rates are
City Open-Nov. SS 4rd G/60 2d Sat.ea. mo. Details & flyers: R.W. Ellis 205-979- Adults (age 21-64) $15 for one year or $5 per tournament. Youth (under 21)
6068, [email protected]. June 7, 14, 21, 28, LACC Sunday Open and Seniors (65 or older) are $10. Family memberships available for $3 off reg-
3SS, G/60 LACC, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd Fl. 4 blks W 405. ular dues with only one magazine (Colorado Chess Informant) delivered to the
A State Championship Event! EF: $20 ($15 LACC memb). Reg.: 11:30-12. Rds.: 12, 2, 4. Prizes: 1/2 EF. Free
June 20, Alabama Quick Chess Championship (QC) family address. More information at www.colorado-chess.com/. Prizes: Cash
parking on streets. Inf: (310) 795-5710 or www.LaChessClub.com. prizes per entries paid at end of event. Registration: 8:30 - 9:30 AM Satur-
5SS, G/25 with t/d 3 (G/28), Forest Lake United Methodist Church - Commu-
nity Center, 1711 4th Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Prizes b/28 for Open & June 7, 21, LACC April Scholastics I & II day. Rounds: 8/22 Saturday - 10:00 AM, 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM; 8/23 Sunday - 9:00
Rsvd combined. OPEN (1500+): $150-100-65. RESERVE (U1500): $100-65- 5SS, G/30 LACC, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd Fl. 4 blks W 405. AM, 1:30 PM, 6:00 PM. Entries: Jerry Maier, 229 Hargrove Court, Colorado
45. EF: $25, if Postmarked by June 15, 2009. Onsite Reg: 8am 9am. $35. Rds.: EF: $25 ($20 LACC memb). Reg.: 1:30-2. Rds.: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Prizes: Trophies, Springs, CO 80919. Phone: (719) 660-5531. E-mail: [email protected]. CSCA
9:30-10:45-12:30-1:45-3. Byes: Rds 1-4; request before Rd 2. SCHOLASTIC Medals, special prizes (every player wins a prize!). Free parking on streets. Inf: & USCF required, OSA. Memberships available on site. Final round byes must
(U1000):TrophiesTop 3 Individuals. EF: $10 by June 15, 2009; Onsite Reg: $20. (310) 795-5710 or www.LaChessClub.com. be requested before the start of Round 3, and are irrevocable. Wheelchair Acces-
ENT: Freedom Chess Academy, PO Box 2356, Tuscaloosa, AL 35403-2356. sible. MonRoi friendly! COLORADO TOUR EVENT. WCL JGP.
July 3-5, 49th Annual Pacific Southwest Open
INFO: Neil Dietsch [email protected] or freedomchess.blogspot.com/ NS, See Grand Prix. Connecticut
UCONN Chess Club
NC, W, OSA.
Tues. & Thurs 7:30PM. Castleman Building, Room 204,

July 4, PSW Scholastics
Arizona
261 Glenbrook Rd., Storrs, CT 06269. Contact: TOM
5-SS, G/30. LAX Hilton, 5711 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045. Open
HARTMAYER. Contact Phone: 860-989-5394. Email:

to gr. 12-below. In two sections: Open: Trophies to top 5, top 3 U1200, top 2
July 16-19, 17-19 or 18-19, 13th annual Pacific Coast Open (South-
[email protected]. Web Site: www.uconnchess.
Unrated. Grade 6/below U1000:Trophies to top 5, top 3 U700, top 2 Unrated.
ern CA)
uconn.edu. No dues required. Casual Play, USCF Rated
Reg.: 8:30-9:15. Rds.: 9:30-11-12:15-1:45-3. EF: $16 if received by 7-2, $20
See Grand Prix.
Events, Blitz Events, League Play, Matches, Club Cham-
door. Inf: John Hillery, [email protected]. On-line ent: www.western
pionships, Sets & Clocks Available, Chess Items for

July 17-19 or 18-19, Ye Olde Pueblo Open and Scholastics chess.com. Ent: SCCF, c/o John Hillery, 835 N. Wilton Pl. #1, Los Angeles, CA
Sale, Classes, Lectures, Simuls, Under Age 18 & Begin-

See Grand Prix. 90038.
ners Welcome, Handicap Accessible. As location may

Aug. 21-23 or 22-23, Central California Open (Northern CA) July 5, PSW Hexes
change, please check website or call contact phone #.
See Grand Prix. 3-SS, G/90. LAX Hilton, 5711 W. Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045. Six-player
sections by rating. EF: $20 if received by 7-2, $25 door. $$ 40-20-10 each sec-
Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT) tion. Reg.: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Rds.: 10:30-1:30-4:30. Ent: SCCF, c/o John Hillery,
See Utah. June 13, 8th Annual New Yorker June Open! (NY)
835 N. Wilton Pl. #1, Los Angeles, CA 90038, online at www.westernchess.com. See Grand Prix.
California Northern July 16-19, 17-19 or 18-19, 14th annual Pacific Coast Open June 13-14 or 14, 14th Annual New York Junior Championship (NY)
See Grand Prix. See New York.
June 27, BayAreaChess
San Jose, CA. Swiss in 2 sections u1800, 1800+. 4SSxG/60. EF: Swiss $44. July 26, 2009 Westwood Summer Open July 24-26 or 25-26, 14th Annual Bradley Open
Prizes: $1,000 b/44. BayAreaChess is #1 USCF affiliate in rated games west See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix.
of Texas! More info at bayareachess.com/events. Online entry at: bayarea
chess.com/my. Email to: [email protected].
July 3-5 or 4-5, 2009 Sacramento Chess Championship
See Grand Prix.
July 4, 6th Pacifica Chess Open
5 rounds, G/30. 1125Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044. Contact: John Galpin,
[email protected] or website: atcc.us/Index.htm for additional details.
July 16-19, 17-19 or 18-19, 14th annual Pacific Coast Open (South-
ern CA)
See Grand Prix.
July 25, Chess Union Summer Quads V
3 Rd. Quads, G/75 Affects regular rating only. Colton Community Center, 670
Colton Ave., Colton, CA 92324. EF: $25 at site. Reg.: 9:30-10 a.m. $$GTD: 4-
player sections by rating. $$60 1st each section. Rds.: 10:15-1:30pm-4pm. No
DROPPING OUT?
Have to miss a round?
It is very important that you
NOTIFY THE DIRECTOR
before pairings are made, so no one
is deprived of a game! If you forfeit
without notice, you may be FINED up
to the amount of the entry fee!

Tournament Life
July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 20th annual Vermont Resort Open (VT) Florida u1700, u1500, u1300 each $60. Under 1100: EF: $16 (not part of base). Tro-
South Florida Chess Club

See Grand Prix. phies to top 7. Reg.: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. sharp! Rounds: 11-1-3-5. Info:
Wednesdays 6:30-10:30pm. Rated G/90 Tournaments

[email protected] or (404)-377-4400. Enter: Same as above.
Aug. 7-9 or 8-9, 15th Annual Northeast Open
and skittles. Most tournaments are 4+ rounds to with
www.atlantachessclub.com.
See Grand Prix.
a time control slower than G/60, those events would
July 17-19 or 18-19, 2009 Peach State Open Championship
qualify for WCL JGP. www.SouthFloridaChessClub.com.
Aug. 13-16, 14-16 or 15-16, 39th annual Continental Open (MA) See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix.
July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 17th Annual Southern Open (FL)
Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 6th annual New England Scholastic Championships June 13, 4th DBCC G/50 Open See Grand Prix.
7SS, G/45, Sheraton Hotel, 1 Bradley Airport (visible at airport entrance), Wind- Schnebly Recreation Center, 1101 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A), Daytona Beach, FL
sor Locks, CT 06096 (I-91 Exit 40 to Rt 20). Free parking, free airport shuttle. 32118. 4SS, G/50, EF: $25. $$ ($250/b12): $100-75. U1600: $50-25. Rds.: 10- Aug. 2, Atlanta Summer G/1 Championship
Open to all K-12 students; New England titles and free entry prizes limited to 11:45-2-3:45. ENT: Paul B Tomaino, 575 N. Williamson Bl #116, Daytona 4-SS, G/1 hour. Atlanta Chess Center, 3155A East Ponce de Leon Avenue,
players & teams from schools in CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT. Team prizes based Beach, FL 32114. 386-239-9485. INFO: [email protected]. Scottdale, Georgia 30079. In 3 sections: EF: $23. ($420 b/30): $150-90-60,
on top 4 scores from school combined. Teams of 2 or 3 players allowed, but u1800, u1600 each $60. Under 1400: EF: $16. (not part of base) Trophies to
June 13, June Swiss Madness (QC) top 4, top u1200. Under 1000: EF: $16. (not part of base) Trophies to top 4,
are at a disadvantage. In 4 sections: High School (K-12), Middle School (K-8),
Orlando Chess and Games Center, 7SS G/29, EF: $30., members $24. PF-b/30:
Elementary (K-5), Primary (K-2). Players face only those in their section. EF for top u800. Registration: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. sharp! Rounds: 11-1:30-4-6:30. Info:
$175-$125-$100-$75, Lower Half Crosstable: $75-$50. Reg : 9:15am-9:45am,
USCF members: HS $38.75, Middle School $38.50, Elem $38.25, Primary $38 [email protected]. or (404)-377-4400. Enter: Same as above.
Rds.: 10-11-12:30-1:30,2:30,3:30-4:30. Info: 407-248-0818, www.orlando
if mailed by 10/31, all $38 online at chesstour.com by 11/4, $50 at site. EF for www.atlantachessclub.com.
chess.com.
non-USCF members (fees include membership): HS $48.75, Middle School
$48.50, Elem $48.25, Primary $48 if mailed by 10/31, all $48 online at chess- June 27, JUNE OCG Open Idaho
tour.com by 11/4, $60 at site. Memberships include magazine for players Orlando Chess and Games Center, 4 round Swiss, game/90 minutes. EF: $30.,
Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT)
scoring at least 3 pts. Trophies to top 10 players, top 7 teams, top 3 unrated members $24. PF-b/30: $175.-$110.- $75. Best U-1600, U-1400, U-1200, $65.
See Utah.
in each section, top E, U1000, U800 (HS), U1000, U800, U600 (MS), U800, U600, each. Reg.: 9:15am-9:45am. RDS.: 10am-1pm-4pm-7pm. Info: call 407-248-
U400 (Elem), U600, U400, U200 (Primary). Free entry in all Continental Chess 0818, www.orlandochess.com. WCL JGP.
Illinois
North American Chess Association
Association Swiss tournaments until 5/31/10 to top New England player each July 16, 5th DBCC G/50 Open
Tournaments for kids and adults of all playing strength.
section. Late reg. ends Sat 9 am, rds Sat 10-1-3-5:30 pm, Sun 9-11-1:30. Awards Schnebly Recreation Center, 1101 N. Atlantic Ave. (A1A), Daytona Beach, FL
Creators of the electronic scoresheet, eNotate. Monthly
Sun 3:30 pm. Half point byes allowed rds 1-4 only, with at least 1 hour notice. 32118. 4SS, G50, EF: $25. $$ ($250/b12): $100-75. U1600: $50-25. Rds.: 10-
FIDE title tournaments (WIM, WGM, IM). Sevan A.
HR: $93-93, 860-627-5311, reserve by 10/17 or rate may increase. Car rental: 11:45-2-3:45. ENT: Paul B. Tomaino, 575 N. Williamson, Bl #116, Daytona
Muradian, FIDE Arbiter & International Organizer.
800-331-1600, use AWD D657633 or reserve car online through chesstour.com. Beach, FL 32114. 386-239-9485. INFO: [email protected]. www.daytonabchcc.org.
www.nachess.org | [email protected] | 888.80.CHESS.
Ent: Continental Chess, PO Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. November rat- NS NC W.
ings used. Questions: www.chesstour.com, 845-496-9658. Include school,
grade, birth date, USCF ID, address of each player. Advance entries will be posted July 17-19 or 18-19, 2009 U.S. Class Championships June 13, 2009 U.S. Game/15 Championship (QC)
at chesstour.com. See Nationals.
See Nationals.
July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 17th Annual Southern Open
Delaware See Grand Prix.
June 20, Swiss Tournament
4SS, G/60. Holiday Inn Hotel, 495 Airport Road, Elgin, IL 60123. (Intersection
June 13, Greater Cherry Hill Swiss, Quad and Kids Swiss (NJ) Aug. 8, L. Buccino 3rd Volusia Cty QC Championship (QC) of I-90 & Rt. 31.) Entry fee: $20 (cash or check only), cash prizes based on
See New Jersey. Schnebly Recreation Center, 1101 N. Atlantic Ave. (A1A), Daytona Beach, FL entries. Registration begins at 8:30 A.M. Round times are 9:30, 11:35, 2:25,
June 20-21, 2009 Delaware Capital Open 32118. 8SS, G15, EF: $30 by Aug 5. $40 at door. $$ ($525/b17): $250 + Tro- 4:30. Two sections if attendance warrants, otherwise one section with class
See May Chess Life. phy, $100, $50. U1600: $75-50. Rds.: 10/10:45/11:30/1/1:45/2:30/3:15/4. and upset prizes. For more information see: www.mchenryareachess.org, or
Quick chess rating only. Does not affect regular rating. ENT: Paul B Tomaino, call Bob at 815-519-3323.
July 25, 4th Sat. of the Month Quad 575 N. Williamson, Bl #116, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 386-239-9485. INFO:
Howard Johnsons Hotel, 1119 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19713. Perfect June 27, Sixth Annual David Mote Memorial Open
[email protected]. www.daytonabchcc.org. NS NC W.
score = FREE next quad!! (Every 10th quad free!) (time controls: 40/75, s/d 4SS, G/75 (1st round G/60). Carpenters Local 16, 211 W. Lawrence Ave.,
30). EF: $20. $$GTD: $40. Reg.: 9-9:30. Rds.: 9:45 1:45 5:30. ENT: Kevin Pytel,
604 N. Walnut St., Newport, DE 19804-2624. 302-753-6877. kevinjpy-
Georgia Springfield, IL 62704. Reg.: 9-9:45. Rds.: 10,12:30,3:15,6. EF: $17 by 6/24, $20
at site, $2 less for SCC members. Prizes: $$400 b/30. 140-80, 1600-1999 60,
[email protected]. INFO: Kevin Pytel 302-753-6877. NS W. WCL JGP. June 19-21, 2009 Castlechess Grand Prix 1200-1599 50, Under 1200 40, Unrated 30. Ent/Info: David Long, 401 S. Illi-
See Grand Prix. nois St., Springfield 62704. 217-726-2584. Information and directions at
District of Columbia July 5, Atlanta July G/45 Championship springfieldchessclub.110mb.com. WCL JGP Rds 2, 3, 4.
Aug. 28-30 or 29-30, 41st annual Atlantic Open 4-SS, G/45. Atlanta Chess Center, 3155A East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Scottdale, July 17-19 or 18-19, 2nd annual Chicago Class Championships
See Grand Prix. Georgia 30079. In 2 sections: Open: EF: $23. (540 b/37): $150-90-60; u1900, See Grand Prix.

Aug. 22, 2009 U.S. Game/60 Championship A State Championship Event! Championship: 3SS Octos, G/120; G/150 on Sunday, $100. Laurentian Octo
See Nationals. June 13, Masters/Generations Championship Championship: 3SS Octos, G/120; G/150 on Sunday, $100. ALL: Players
Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 2930 Waterfront Pkwy., West Dr., Indianapo- who pre-register by 7/15 will receive complimentary access to Ramadas
Aug. 23, 2009 U.S. Game/30 Championship Sandwich Bar, plus beverage & simple dessert on Saturday. EF: $32 onsite, cash
lis, IN 46214. Closed, $1400 Based on 52. In 3 Sections, Masters: Open to
See Nationals.
Masters, USCF Certificate Required. $$: $300-100. Senior: Open to Ages only. $25 if paid by 7/15, check or money orders. + Champion plaque for Octo
Sept. 5-7 or 6-7, 2009 Illinois Open Championship 50+. $$: $200-100. Class A $70, Class B $65, Class C & Under $65. Amateur: winner. Finalist who reaches Board 1 on Sunday, yet fails to win his respective
See Grand Prix. Open to 2199 & under. Open to Ages 49 & under. $$: $200-100. Class A $70, octo championship will receive a handsome ChallengerTrophy plaque. Space
Class B $65, Class & Under $65. ALL: 4SS, Game/90. EF: $43 if rcvd by 6/9, limited to first 24 paid entrants. Rds.: Saturday at 10a and 3p; Sunday at 10
Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, 18th annual Midwest Class Championships
See Grand Prix. $50 at site. Memb. Reqd: ISCA. Reg.: 8:30-9:15am. Rds.: 9:30-1-4-7:30. ENT: a.m. None. Players must use sets & boards provided on-site. Please bring clock,
Gary J Fox, 134 Wheatland Ave., Logansport, IN 46947. 574-722-4965. INFO: pen, and scorebook. Late arrival forfeiture: 30 minutes after clock has started.
Nov. 20-22, 2009 National Youth Action [email protected]. www.indianachess.org. NS NC W. WCL JGP. Anti-cheating provisions: no hand-held electronic devices in playing room; no
See Nationals. player may wait for his opponents move before taking a break from the
board. Tiebreaks determined by computer. ENT: Anne Kayashima, 120 Center
July 11, Indiana State Class Championships
Indiana Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 2930 Waterfront Pkwy., West Dr., Indianapo-
Street, #527, Auburn, ME 04210 207-577-6664. INFO: Call or email Akagi for
questions or confirmations. [email protected]. HR: 207-784-2331.
Chess Club Friday Night Blitz (QC) lis, IN 46214. $1400 Based on 52. In 5 Sections, Master/Expert: $$: $300. Class
Ramada, 490 Pleasant Street, Lewiston, ME 04240. DIR: Use Exit 80, just
2302 West Morris St. at the West Morris St. Free Methodist Church. Entrance A: Open to 1999 & under. $$: $280. Class B: Open to 1799 & under. $$: $200-
north of the Maine Turnpike I-95 in Lewiston. Free parking. NS NC.
is in the back, down the stairs by the office. When: Starts Every Friday except 80. Class C: Open to 1599 & under. $$: $195-80. Class D & Under: Open to
1399 & under. $$: $185-80. ALL: 4SS, Game/90. EF: $43 if rcvd by 7/7, $50
the Fri before the second Sat doors open at 6:00 P.M. tournament starts at 6:30
P.M. Type: 3 Rounds, Game/5, Round Robin Quad, U.S.C.F. Rated. EF: $7.00 if at site. Memb. Reqd: ISCA. OSA. Reg.: 8:45-9:15am. Rds.: 9:30-1-4-7:30. ENT:
Maryland
received one week before tournament starting date, $8.00 at the door. Prizes: Gary Fox, 134 Wheatland Ave., Logansport, IN 46947. 574-722-4965. INFO: June 19-21 or 20-21, Chesapeake Open
Based on 4 full Pd. entries per quad, First in each quad: $20.00, Second in each [email protected]. www.indianachess.org. NS NC W. WCL JGP. See Grand Prix.
quad: chess merchandise. Send advance entries to: Donald Urquhart, 501 July 17-19 or 18-19, 2nd annual Chicago Class Championships (IL) June 19, July 10, Catonsville Friday Knight Quick #83, #84 (QC)
N. East St. #802, Indianapolis, IN 46204-1629. For more info: call Don at (317) See Grand Prix. 5SS, G/15, Catonsville Chess Club, Bloomsbury Community Center, 106 Blooms-
634-6259 or e-mail [email protected]. bury Ave., Catonsville, MD 21228. EF: $5.00. Reg.: 7:30pm. Rds.: 8, 8:30, 9, 9:30,
Aug. 1-4, World Chess Live Tournament of College Champions
Every SECOND Sat. of the Month. OPEN CHESS TOURNAMENT 10. Prizes based on entries with 65% returned in prize fund. Info: Joe Sum-
See Nationals.
5 Round, G/61, U.S.C.F. rated. 2302 West Morris St. at the West Morris St. Free mers [email protected] or 410-788-1009. www.geocities.com/catonsville
Methodist Church in the Ellis Hall Room. Entrance in back, down stairs, by office.
Aug. 1-9, 4-9 or 6-9, 110th annual U.S. Open chess. Dir: 695 to exit 13 West, left at second light, 3 blocks on right.
See Nationals.
Late Ent. 8-9am, Rd 1, 9:30am. Prizes: $465.00 b/o 20 full pd. Ent. 1st $150; July 1-5, 2-5, 3-5 or June 29-July 5, 37th Annual World Open (PA)
2nd $75; Class A, B, C, (D, E, Unr) $60 each. Prizes increased if entries allow. Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, 18th annual Midwest Class Championships (IL) See Grand Prix.
EF: $25 if recd one week before tournament date, $30 at door, $5.00 discount See Grand Prix.
for your birthday month, FIDETitled Players Free. + Free Snack Bar Adv. ENT: Nov. 13-15 or 14-15, 18th Annual Kings Island Open (OH) Massachusetts
Donald Urquhart, 501 N. East St. # 802, Indianapolis, IN 46204-1629. Info: call See Grand Prix. July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Harlow B. Daly Memorial
Don at 317-634-6259 or e-mail [email protected]. Note: there must be at 5SS, G/110, Wachusett Chess Club, McKay Campus School, Room C199, Fitch-
least 3 entries in a class for that class prize to be awarded. If two adjoining
class prizes are vacant, a combo prize will be awarded. News Flash!!! OCCC
Kansas burg State College, 67 Rindge Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420. EF: $1 per game
July 10-12, 2009 Kansas Open played; free to Wachusett CC members. Reg.: 7-7:10 p.m., Rds. 7:15 p.m. Byes:
Has won the bid for 09 US Open. All Sat Monthlys will offer Orange Points 1-4, limit two. Prizes: chess books. Info: George Mirijanian, 176 Oak Hill
that may be used for FREE ENTRY to US Open in 09. WCL JGP. See Grand Prix.
Road, Fitchburg, MA 01420. [email protected], 978-345-5011. Website:
FREE ENTRY: Quad Quick Chess Tournament (QC) Fri. before the sec-
ond Sat. of the Month
Kentucky www.wachusettchess.org. Online ratings as of July 1 will be used. WCL JGP.
Nov. 13-15 or 14-15, 18th Annual Kings Island Open (OH) July 10, 17, 24, 31 Billerica Friday Swiss
G/15, U.S.C.F. rated. Located at 2302 West Morris St. at the West Morris St. 4 Rds. 40/90, SD/30. Billerica COA, 25 Concord Rd, Billerica, MA. EF: $12. Reg.:
Free Methodist Church in the Ellis Hall Room. Entrance in back, down stairs, See Grand Prix.
7:30pm. Cash prizes minimal b/entries. For info, call Brad Ryan, (978) 369-8533.
by office. Late Ent. 6-6:25pm. Rd 1, 6:30pm. Prizes: First in each quad gets
choice of 50% off entry fee for Sat. Monthly a $15.00 value certificate, or chess Maine NS, NC. WCL JGP.
merchandise. A cash buyback option is available on the certificate, call for details. July 25-26, LHeritage Classique July 24-26 or 25-26, 14th Annual Bradley Open (CT)
Second gets the prize not chosen by First EF: Free. Adv. ENT: Donald Urquhart, ChessDreams presents: Ramada Conference Center, 490 Pleasant Street, See Grand Prix.
501 N. East St. # 802, Indianapolis, IN 46204-1629. Info: call Don at 317-634- Lewiston, ME 04240.Three Octo Championships. In 3 Sections, Quebecois Octo July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 20th annual Vermont Resort Open (VT)
6259 or e-mail [email protected]. A ORANGE CRUSH EVENT. Championship: 3SS Octos, G/120; G/150 on Sunday, $100. Acadian Octo See Grand Prix.
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Tournament Life
Aug. 13-16, 14-16 or 15-16, 39th annual Continental Open satisfaction of playing well. Info: Charles Ward, 573-443-6685, czar8196@ tran- $500 b/30: $150 1st, $100 2nd, $75 each U1800, U1500, U1200, Upset prize,
See Grand Prix. quility.net. W. $25. Reg.: 9-9:45am; Round times: 10, 1, 3:30, 6:30. EF: $20 recd by 8/8,
$25 on site. Site entries cash only. Max 1 half bye; MCA required, O.S.A., avail-
Oct. 31-Nov. 1, New England Scholastic Championships (CT) June 20, 2009 CCSCSL Super Team Championship
able on site from $5. Entries/Info: Bob Howe, 4403 Gage Pl., Columbia, MO
See Connecticut. 4SS, G/60, Chess Club & Scholastic Center, 4657 Maryland Ave., St. Louis, MO
65203, (636) 234.7928. (if 20+ participants, winner qualifies for MO Invitational!)
63108. EF: $75 for 3 person team, $60 for 3 person team that are all annual
WCL JGP.
Michigan members of club. MCA Membership Reqd from $5. OSA. PF (b/15 teams): $900:
July 17-19 or 18-19, 2nd annual Chicago Class Championships (IL)
Championship Team: $500. $400 1st place team with aggregate rating below
Montana
4800. Trophy to top teams in each section. An unrated player will be consid-
See Grand Prix. July 18, A One-Day Wonder UCCC Inter-City Mismatch Open
ered 1100. No alternates. Reg: 9:30-10:20. Rds: 10:30, 12:45, 3:00, 5:00. No
Aug. 15-16, 2009 U. P. Open 1/2 point byes allowed. Ent: 4657 Maryland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108. 314-361- 4SS. Rds.: 1-2 g/45, Rds.: 3-4g/60. Site: Red Lion Colonial Inn, 2301 Colonial
Location: Masonic Building, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette, MI (parking and CHESS, [email protected]. Drive, Helena, MT 59601. EF: $10 by July 15, $15 at site, jrs1/2. Reg.: 8-8:30am,
entrance in rear of building). 5SS/G 2 hr. Entry fee: $30 ($20 for juniors 19 or must attend players meeting at 8:45 to be paired in 1st round. Rds.: 9am, 10:45,
June 27, The Kansas City Class
under)$5 more at site. Prizes: First Place $200 guaranteed, others based 1pm, 3:15. MCA memb. reqd $12, OSA. $$ 75-50, biggest upset $25 (both non-
G/60: 4SS. The Kansas Chess Club, 7667 NW Prairie View Rd. Suite 201,
on entries. Trophy to top U. P. resident and top U. P. junior. Reg.: 9-9:30 Sat. prov), Ent: Bill McBroom, 2321 Raymond Ave, Missoula, MT 59802, checks to
Kansas City, MO 64151. EF: $30 by 6-26 online or mail /$40 onsite. Sections:
Rounds: Sat. 10:00, 2:30, 7:00; Sun. 9:30, 2:00all times EDT. Byes avail- UCCC, no phone entries, Info: Bill McBroom 406-728-4654, whminm-
Open//U1500/U1100. Prizes: 1st $100 each section b/15. Reg.: 10:30.
able in all rounds, but must be requested before registration ends. Info and [email protected], www.montanachess.org. Special Conditions: Web, NC,
Rounds: 11/1:30/4/6:30. Memberships; USCF and KCCA. ENT: Ken Fee, 1537
early entries: Robert John, 315 E. Prospect St., Marquette, MI 49855, 906-228- city-mates will not be paired no matter how atypical the pairings, MCA Grand
Baker St., Liberty, MO 64068. 816-835-7529, [email protected].
8126, [email protected]. WCL JGP. Prix Event.
www.kansascitychessclub.com.
Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, 18th annual Midwest Class Championships (IL)
See Grand Prix.
A State Championship Event! Nevada
June 27-28, Missouri Class Championship
MO Invitational Qualifier. 5SS, G/120; Best Western Inn, 3100 I-70 Dr SE, Colum-
Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT)
Mississippi bia, MO 65201; Prizes: b/7 per class: $100-1st, $50-2nd, each: M/X, A, B, C,
See Utah.
June 20, 2009 Annual Southern Mississippi Open & Scholastic
Chess Championship
D, E, U1000/Unr; Missouri State Championship Plaque to winner of each sec-
tion! M/X winner receives Invitation to the Missouri Invitational. Players play
New Hampshire
The Oprah Winfrey Boys & Girls Club of Kosciusko/Attala County, 500 Knox Rd., only those in their own Class. (Small sections may be combined. Combined sec- June 13-14, 59th New Hampshire Open
Kosciusko, MS. Adult: 4SS G/60 EF: $35.00 by 6/13 $50.00 on site. Reg. 8:30 tion use prize pairing in last round) Reg.: 8:30-9:30; Round times: See Grand Prix.
A.M. 1st Rd. 9:30 A.M. Sect. Open, U1500, Prize fund $250.00 ea. sect. 10 entries Sat-10-2:30-7, Sun-9:30-2. EF: $30 if marked by 6/20, $35 at site. Site entries
July 11, Portsmouth Action Plus-Score
min. Scholastic: 5SS G/30 EF: $15.00 by 6/13, $20.00 on site. Reg. 9:30 A.M. cash only. Max 1 half bye; MCA required, O.S.A., available on site from $5. Hotel
A NH Grand Prix Event 5SS, GAME/30, Holiday Inn Portsmouth, 300 Woodbury
PrizesTrophies & Medallions. Info: David Newell (662) 289-3953, dnewell276@ Rate: $69/night, Free breakfast & Free Wi-Fi w/ hotel room 573-474-6161, men-
Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801. EF: $20. $$b/: score. 5.0-$200, 4.5-$100, 4.0-
aol.com. EF Mail to:The Boys & Girls Club of Kosciusko/Attala County, P.O. Box tion CHESS. Entries/Info: Bob Howe, 4403 Gage Pl., Columbia, MO 65203. (636)
$50, 3.5-$25, 3.0-$10. Reg.: 10-10:45. Rds.: 11-1-2:15-3:30-4:45. ENT: Alex
187, Kosicusko, MS 39090. 234.7928. WCL JGP.
Relyea, 49 Technology Dr. #89, Bedford, NH 03110. INFO: Alex Relyea
July 1, July Knights
Missouri 5SS, G/90 Reg. Wednesday, July 1st, 6:00 - 6:45pm. Rounds (one per week)
[email protected]. www.relyeachess.com. NS W.
Aug. 22, Kopecs Camp - Brewster Academy Camp - NH Open
Friday Action Quads - Every Friday Night (QC) 7pm 7/1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Check in withTD by 6:45 to be paired each week/round.
4SS, G/60. Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro, NH, Rt. 28. 2 sections: Open:
3RR, G/29 QR, Chess Club & Scholastic Center, 4657 Maryland Ave., St. Louis No advanced entries. EF: $10. Prize fund is 90% payout, with 1st place getting
$$b/10 entries, 1st $150, 2nd $75, Top B $60. Reserve: (U1600/Unr.) $$b/10
MO 63108. EF: $10. Prize fund $36 first in each quad. Club membership reqd. 1/3 of the total prize fund and first A, B, C, D, E and U1000/unrated each take
entries, 1st $75 & trophy, top junior, C, D, E, and Unrated receive trophies, Kopec
available from $1. Reg.: 6:30 - 6:45. Rounds begin at 7:00. Site entries only. 1/9 of the prize fund. One 1/2 point bye if declared by round 1. Annual club
Products. EF: $35 if received by 8/14, $40 if received after 8/14 through pay-
Info: 314-361-CHESS [email protected]. memb. reqd. MCA memb. reqd from $5 OSA. Info: 314-361-CHESS. info@saint
pal at www.kopecchess.com,$42 if paid at site. Reg.: 8:30-9:30 am. Rds.:
louischessclub.org. WCL JGP.
Saint Louis Blitz Series - Every Tuesday night (QC) 10-1-3:30-7 or Rds.: 10-2- Barbeque dinner at 6pm included in EF. Info:
5SS, G/5 QR, Chess Club & Scholastic Center, 4657 Maryland Ave., St. Louis, July 18, Saint Louis Premiere & Amateur Kopecs Chess Camp, 516-782-5285. E-Mail info: [email protected]. Ents:
MO 63108. EF: $5. Prize fund 100% payout! First overall will take home 75% 5SS, G/60, two sections - Premiere and Amateur (U1600). Chess Club & Kopecs Chess Services, 42 Hamilton Road, Merrick, NY 11566.
of all entry fees, and the highest scoring player in the bottom half takes 25%. Scholastic Center, 4657 Maryland Ave. St. Louis, MO 63108. EF: $40, $30 for
Club membership reqd. available from $1. Reg.: 6:30 - 7. Rds.: 7, 7:15, 7:30, New Jersey
Geller Quads - First Friday Every Month!
annual members of the club. MCA Membership Reqd from $5. OSA. PF (b/40):
7:45, 8. Site entries only. Info: 314-361-CHESS. [email protected]. each section $225-150-100-75-50 (1st - 5th). Reg: 9-9:50, Rds: 10, 12:15, 2:30,
New Jersey Childrens Chess School, 862 DeGraw Ave.,
4:30, 7. One 1/2 point bye if declared before round 1. Ent: 4657 Maryland Ave.,
Forest Hill (Newark), NJ 07104. Open to K-8. 3 RR,
June 13, Emanuel Lasker Open
St. Louis, MO 63108 314-361-CHESS, [email protected].
G/35. Reg.: 6PM. Rds.: 6:30-7:40-8:40PM. Chess classes
3SS, G/75. UMC Memorial Union room N208, 518 Hitt St., Columbia, MO.
in NJCCS meet every Friday 6:30-9PM. Chess camp

Directions: From I-70 exit 126, south on Providence, east on Rollins, north on Aug. 15, Columbia Open
Geller Kids meets July & August, day & overnight. Web-
Hitt.. Reg.: 9:30-10:15. Rds.: 10:30, 1:15, 4:00. EF: $1, no prizes just the 4SS, G/75; Best Western Inn, 3100 I-70 Dr. SE, Columbia, MO 65201; Prizes:
site: www.kidschesscamp.com. Email: chesscamp@hot

mail.com. Phone: 973-483-7927.
The Newark Sleepless Knights Chess Club
Boylan Recreation Center of Newark, 916 So. Orange Ave. Newark, New Jer-
sey 07103. Meets 1st and 2nd Saturdays of every months from 2-6pm. USCF
rated tournaments and free chess lessons available.
June 13, 8th Annual New Yorker June Open! (NY)
See Grand Prix.
June 13, Greater Cherry Hill Swiss, Quad and Kids Swiss
E.F. $30/$25 online. $$: 1st $100, 2nd $75, guaranteed. Class $$/30: A $60,
U1800 $60. QUAD: E.F. $20/$17.50 online. $$=$40 +$5 bonus for 3-0. KIDS
SWISS: E.F. $20/$17.50 online Unr. If rated under a 1000. Must be 8th grade
or below. TROPHIES to TOP 4. Register online till Fri. midnight before event
at junechess.eventbrite.com. NEW PLAYERS PLAY 1/2 PRICE! FREE PIZZA!
Contact: (856) 287-2393 or [email protected].
June 13-14 or 14, 14th Annual New York Junior Championship (NY)
See New York.
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to first in each section. Entry Fee: $20, $15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 July 1-5, 2-5, 3-5 or June 29-July 5, 37th Annual World Open (PA) entries to:Todd Lunna, 36 Maple Drive, Colts Neck, New Jersey 07722, by July
p.m. Rounds: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna 732-946-7379. www.west See Grand Prix. 16.
fieldchessclub.com.
July 4, World Open G/10 Championship (QC) (PA) July 26, ATKM 4th Sunday G/60 Quads/Swiss
June 18, ATKM 3rd Thursday Quads See Grand Prix. For info. and registration, go to www.YourChessSet.com/quads4. For more info.
3 RR G/30 t/d5, Quads are grouped by rating. All the Kings Men Chess Shop, E-mail Stephen at [email protected] or call 856-582-8222.
62 S Broadway, Pitman NJ 08071. Prizes: $25 1st per quad. Unrated cannot
July 5, Westfield Quads
3 RR, Game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, NJ. Prizes: $50 July 26, Garden State Quads
win more than $10. EF: $12, $10 ATKMCC members. Unrated (i.e. players
to first in each section. EF: $20,$15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 p.m. 3RR 40/80 G/30. Full K. Prevention First, 1405 Route 35, Ocean, NJ 07712.
with NO rating whatsoever, provisional or otherwise) $7, $5 ATKMCC members.
Rds.: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna, 732-946-7379. www.westfield Quads open to all. EF: $20. 1st Place $50. Reg.: 9-10:00/am. Rds.: 10:00/am-
Reg.: 6:15 - 6:45 PM. Rds.: 7-8-9 pm. INFO: Stephen Dick, cs@ATKMchess
chessclub.com. 1:00/pm-4:00/pm. NS NC W.
Sets.com, 856-582-8222. All: Visa/MC/Disc OK w/$1 paid surcharge. Bring a
clock! July 5, World Open Blitz Championship (QC) (PA) July 26, Westfield Quads
See Grand Prix. 3 RR game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. Prizes $50
June 20, Hamilton Chess Club Quads to first in each section. Entry Fee: $20, $15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15
3RR 40/80 15/30 15/30. Full K. Ray Dwier Recreation Center, Bldg. 392, July 11, Garden State Scholastic p.m. Rounds: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna 732-946-7379,
Groveville, NJ 08620. Quads open to all EF: $10. $25 per Quad. Reg.: 9- Prevention First, 1405 Route 35, Ocean, NJ 07712. Primary: open to K-3: 4 SS,
www.westfieldchessclub.com.
10:30/am. Rds.: 10:30/am-1:30/pm-4:30/pm. NJ State Chess Federation, G/30. Trophies to 1st-5th place; Medals to all others. Scholastic Swiss: open
no dues magazine Subscription per year, OSA NS NC W. to K-12; 4 SS, G/30. Trophies to 1st - 5th place; Scholastic Quads: open to Aug. 1, ATKM 1st Saturday Kids G/30 Swiss (K-8)
K-12 G/60 Quads. Trophies to 1st and 2nd each quad. All EF: $15 if recd by For info. and registration, go to www.YourChessSet.com/KidsSwiss. For more
June 20, Kings Chess Club Quads info e-mail Stephen at [email protected] or call 856-582-8222.
7/7, $20 on site. Reg.: 9-9:45 am. Rds.: 10 and ASAP. Info: Hal Sprechman,
Morning quads and afternoon quads, G/30, K-12, Bethlehem Church, 758
732 259-3881, [email protected]. Ent: Please make checks Aug. 1, Garden State Scholastic
Route 10, Randolph, NJ 07869. EF: None. Reg.: 9-9:20 am., 1st rd. 9:40. Arr.
payable to Character Kings and send to Hal Sprechman, P.O Box 1511, Jack- Prevention First, 1405 Route 35, Ocean, NJ 07712. Primary: open to K-3: 4 SS,
by noon to reg. only for afternoon quads. Medal to each quad winner. Info: Beth-
WA RN I N G !
son, NJ 08527. Please indicate section. G/30. Trophies to 1st-5th place; Medals to all others. Scholastic Swiss: open
lehem Church 973-366-3434 or Bob McAdams 973-694-3988, rwm@fam
bright.com. July 12, Westfield Quads to K-12; 4 SS, G/30. Trophies to 1st - 5th place; Scholastic Quads: open to
3 RR, Game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, NJ. Prizes: $50
June 25-29, 3rd annual Philadelphia International (PA)
to first in each section. EF: $20,$15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 p.m.
See Grand Prix.
Rds.: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna, 732-946-7379. www.westfield
June 26-28, World Open Senior Amateur (PA) chessclub.com.
CELL PHONE
See Pennsylvania.
July 16, ATKM 3rd Thursday Quads
THE USE OF A
June 27-28, World Open Girls Championship (PA) 3 RR G/30 t/d5, Quads are grouped by rating. All the Kings Men Chess Shop,
See Pennsylvania. 62 S. Broadway, Pitman NJ 08071. Prizes: $25 1st per quad. Unrated cannot
win more than $10. EF: $12, $10 ATKMCC members. Unrated (i.e. players
PROHIBITED!
June 27-28, World Open Under 13 Championship (PA)
with NO rating whatsoever, provisional or otherwise) $7, $5 ATKMCC members.
IN THE TOURNAMENT ROOM IS

See Pennsylvania.
Reg.: 6:15 - 6:45 PM. Rds.: 7-8-9 pm. INFO: Stephen Dick, cs@ATKMchess
June 27, 28, 29, 30, July 1, 2, World Open G/60 Quads (PA) Sets.com, 856-582-8222. All: Visa/MC/Disc OK w/$1 paid surcharge. Bring a
See Pennsylvania. clock!
June 28, 2009 Westfield Quads July 19, Westfield Summer Scholastic
AT MOST TOURNAMENTS!
3 RR game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield N.J. Prizes: $50 Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. 4 sections: k-12 full k Open, U1250,
to first in each section. Entry Fee: $20, $15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 U750, unrated. Open Section: 3 SS game/45. Trophies to top five players in
p.m. Rounds: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna 732-946-7379. each section. Entrance fee: $20, $15 members at site $30, $25 members. Reg-
IF YOUR CELL PHONE RINGS IN A ROOM WITH
www.westfieldchessclub.com. istration: 2-2:30 p.m. Rounds: 2:45 - 4:15- 6:00. U 1250: 4 SS game/30.
GAMES IN PROGRESS, YOU COULD BE SEVERELY

Trophies to top five players in each section. Entrance fee: $20, $15 members
TURN IT OFF!
June 28, ATKM 4th Sunday G/60 Quads/Swiss
at site $30, $25 members. Registration: 2-2:30 p.m. Rounds: 2:45-4:00-5:15-
PENALIZED, MAYBE EVEN FORFEITED!
For info. and registration, go to www.YourChessSet.com/quads4. For more info.
E-mail Stephen at [email protected] or call 856-582-8222. 6:30p.m. U 750: 4 SS game/30. Trophies to top five players in each section.
Entrance fee: $20, $15 members. Registration: 2-2:30 p.m. Rounds: 2:45-
June 28, Garden State Quads 4:00-5:15-6:30 p.m. Tiebreaks for trophies. Unrated section: k-2, 3-5, 6-12.
3RR 40/80 G/30. Full K. Prevention First, 1405 Route 35, Ocean, NJ 07712. $5 registration, 2-2:30 p.m. Gold medal to first, Silver medal to second, Bronze
Quads open to all. EF: $20. 1st Place $50. Reg.: 9-10:00/am. Rds.: 10:00/am- medal to third. Registration: 2-2:30 p.m. Rounds: 2:45-4:00-5:15 p.m.Todd Lunna,
1:00/pm-4:00/pm. NS NC W. 732-946-7379. [email protected], www.westfieldchessclub.com. Send advance
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These USCF Correspondence Chess events are rated and open to all USCF The entry deadline is November 30, 2009.
members who reside on the North American continent, islands, or Hawaii, These USCF Correspondence Chess events are rated and open to all USCF
as well as those USCF members with an APO or FPO address. USCF members with e mail access. Your USCF membership must remain
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Tournament Life
K-12 G/60 Quads. Trophies to 1st and 2nd each quad. All EF: $15 if recd by Mexico Chess Organization. W. Prize fund $1,000 b/80. Sections: Open, EF June 14, Marshall CC Sunday Action
7/25, $20 on site. Reg.: 9-9:45 am. Rds.: 10 and ASAP. Info: Hal Sprechman, $35, U1800, EF $30; U1400, EF $25; If Rated U1100 & playing in U1400 EF $15. 5SS, G/30, Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members
732 259-3881, [email protected]. Ent: Please make checks Prize to best U1100. Rds.: 9-1-4:30. 9-1. Reg.: Sat. 8-8:30 A.M. $10 addit. $5 $20. ($$ 360 b/24): 120-70-50, U2200/unr $65, U2000 $55. Rds.: 12-1:30-2:45-
payable to Character Kings and send to Hal Sprechman, P.O Box 1511, Jack- Family discount after one full-price entry. 1/2 pt bye (one max) requested before 4-5:20pm. One bye available, request with entry.
son, NJ 08527. Please indicate section. Rd 1. Ent: must be received by 6/25.checks payable to NMCO, P.O. Box 4215,
Albuquerque, NM 87196. Entry form, directions, map & motel info: nmchess.org. June 14, SAR Academy Chess Championship IV
Aug. 2, Westfield Quads 4-SS, G/30. 655 W. 254 St., Bronx (RIVERDALE), NY. 4 SECTIONS. K-1 (grades
WCL JGP.
3 RR game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. Prizes $50 K-1 only) U1000. PRIMARY (grades 4/below) U1100. UNRATED NOVICE
to first in each section. Entry Fee: $20, $15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship (UT) (grades 2-5 only) U500. OPEN (grades 12/below). AWARDS: Trophies to top
p.m. Rounds: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna 732-946-7379, See Utah. 15 in each section.Top U300 K-1, U400 Novice, U600 Primary, U800 Open. Spe-
www.westfieldchessclub.com.
cial Prizes: Engraved digital chess clocks toTop Player in each section, all 4-0
Aug. 7-9 or 8-9, 15th Annual Northeast Open (CT) New York scores & Top Unrated in Open Section. Engraved plaque to top UNR player in
See Grand Prix. June 13, 3rd Farmingdale Chess Club G/15 (QC) each section. High Scorer trophy to all who score 2 and do not get into top 15.
Aug. 9, Westfield Quads 7SS, G/15. Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale, NY Engraved medals to all others. Team Prizes: Trophies to top 4 teams in each
3 RR game/45 full k. Westfield Y, 220 Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. Prizes $50 11735. Open to all U-2300/unr.: $(b/20): $100-80,Top U-1800, U-1500, U-1300 section. Engraved digital chess clock to Top Team in each section. (Team score
to first in each section. Entry Fee: $20, $15 Members. Registration: 2-2:15 $65 each. EF: $25. Reg.: 9:15-9:45 AM. No adv. ent. Rds.: 10-10:30-11-11:30- created by adding top 4 scores from same school). EARLY EF: $39 if received
p.m. Rounds: 2:30-4:20-6:10 p.m. Info: Todd Lunna 732-946-7379, 12:15-12:45-1:15. 3 byes 1-7. Info: www.farmcc.webs.com. Please do not call (postmarked by June 8). LATE EF: $45 Phoned, faxed or online thereafter until
www.westfieldchessclub.com. the library. NS. W. June 12, 7pm. Onsite EF: $55. Reg. 9-9:30. Rds: All 10-11:30-12:45-2. Late
June 13, 8th Annual New Yorker June Open! entrants may not be paired for the first round. Mail Entries: and make check
Aug. 13-16, 14-16 or 15-16, 39th annual Continental Open (MA) payable to Tri-State Chess, 1675 York Ave. #2M, N.Y., N.Y. 10128 Phone: (718)
See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix.
645-5896 Fax: (718) 535-7896. Online Entry: www.TriStateChess.com.
Aug. 28-30 or 29-30, 41st annual Atlantic Open (DC) June 13, Marshall CC Saturday
See Grand Prix. 4SS, G/60. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($360 b/24) June 16, St. Johns Masters at the Marshall Chess Club
$120-70-50, 1700-1999/unr $60, U1700 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.: See Grand Prix.
A State Championship Event! 11:15-11:45. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. One bye available, request with entry.
Sept. 5, New Jersey U1300 K-8 State Championship June 18, GET READY FOR NEXT THURSDAY!!
Somerset Ramada Inn, 60 Cottontail Lane, Somerset, Exit 12 off I-287 at June 13-14 or 14, 14th Annual New York Junior Championship 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 W 10th St, bet 5-6 Ave, NYC: 212-
Weston Canal Road. (732) 560-9880, Fax (732) 356-7455. In three rated & one (Out-Of-State Players Welcome)! 5-SS, G/90, open to all born after 6/1/89 477-3716. May be limited to 1st 36 entries. EF $30, Club membs $20,
unrated Section. Hot Shots: U1300, Check Mates: U900 & Rising Stars: U500 from any state, beautifully renovated, well-lighted 3rd floor, New Yorker Hotel, specified Greater NY Scholastic prize winners free. $$ (480 b/32 paid): 150-
& Chess Bandits: Unrated/Beginner event. (note-U200 may play in) All Sec- 481 8th Ave at 34th St., across from Penn Station, NYC. $$ prize fund b/150 100-50, Top U2200/unr $95, U2000 $85. Limit 2 byes (1 bye if U2000), commit
tions: 5-SS, G/30, G$$ 100 to winner each section plusTrophies toTop 10, Others total paid entries, minimum half each prize Gtd. 3 sections. Open. $$ 400-200- by 8:15. Re-entry $15, counts half. Reg. ends 10 min. before game. Rds. 7-8:15-
get choice of chess medallions or grab bag prizes. Registration: Saturday 9/05, 120, top U2000 $110, U1800 $100. Under 1600, $$ 300-150-110, top U1400 9:30-10:45 pm. Phone entry often impossible! $5 extra if entering under
11am-12pm. Rounds: 12:30pm, then ASAP with lunch break after round #2. $100, $100 limit to Unr. Under 1200, $$ 300-150-110, top U1000 $100, $50 limit 10 min. before game!
EF: $25 if mailed by 9/1 or paid online by 9/4 on website EntryFeesRus.com, to unr, plaques to top 2 each grade, K-4 (OK to win both plaque & trophy). All,
$35 at site. Early EF: Special Combined EF: Pay $69 for both Saturday K-8 trophies to top 5 each section, free entry to all Chess Center tmts. except quads June 19-23, 2nd NY International
and NJ Open (2-day) Sunday and Monday. Not available at site. Half-point bye thru 9/1/09 to top 3 each section. 2 playing options: 2-day schedule, reg. ends See Grand Prix.
allowed in rounds 1-4 if requested with EF. August Rating supplement used. Mail Sat 9:30 am, rds. Sat 10 am-1:30-4:30 pm, Sun 1:30-4:30 pm. 1-day sched- June 25, 22nd Annual Thursday Night Action Championship
entries to: KenThomas, 115 West Moore Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840-2233. ule, reg. ends Sun 8:30 am, rds. Sun 9-10:30 am-12-1:30-4:30 pm (rds. 1-3 of See Grand Prix.
Checks payable to NJSCF. Indicate section desired and your grade level. Infor- 1-day schedule only are G/30); both merge for rd. 4. Mail entry fee, 2-day $58,
mation: Call 908-763-6468 or [email protected]. NS NC W. 1-day $57 if postmarked by 6/5, all $65 at site, mail checks by 6/5 payable to: June 25-29, 3rd annual Philadelphia International (PA)
Chess Center of NY, PO Box 4615, New Windsor, NY 12553. List name, See Grand Prix.
address, USCF ID, June rating, grade, birthday, section, schedule. Phone June 26-28, World Open Senior Amateur (PA)
Sept. 5-7 or 6-7, 2009 New Jersey State Championship entries: $60 thru 6/10. Questions, [email protected] or 845-569-9969
See Grand Prix. See Pennsylvania.
(credit card phone entries: 406-896-2191, entries only, no questions).
June 27, Saturday G/60
New Mexico Online entries, $56 thru 6/10: www.chesscenter.cc (no mail after 6/5, no
phone or online entries after 6/10). $10 charge for refunds. All entries $65 at 4SS, G/60. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($360 b/24)
June 27-28, Albuquerque/Rio Rancho Open site (specified Greater NY Scholastic prizewinners free). Limit 2 byes, commit $120-70-50, 1700-1999/unr $60, U1700 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.:
5/SS G/90. Meadowlark Lane Senior Center, 4330 Meadowlark Lane SE, Rio before rd. 2. Re-entry: $30, counts half. HR: 212-971-0101. Bring sets, clocks, 11:15-11:45. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Note: Only one bye available, request with
Rancho, NM. Co-sponsored by The Meadowlark Chess Group and the New boards none supplied! W. WCL JGP. entry.

June 27, Syracuse Monthly Open July 11, Jenifer Woods Memorial Grand Prix EF: $20. $$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U2000 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45, Rds.: 7pm each
4SS, Rds 1 & 2 G/60, Rds. 3 & 4 G/90. Courtyard by Marriot, 6415 Yorktown See Grand Prix. Thursday Byes ok, limit 2, request by round 3. WCL JGP.
Circle, E. Syracuse (exit 35 I-90, Carrier Circle, 298 E, left at Holiday Inn). Aug. 7-9 or 8-9, 15th Annual Northeast Open (CT)
July 11-12, July Grand Prix!
$(b/14): $100-50, Class: $30. Reg.: 8:30-9:15, Rds.: 9:30-12-2:15-5:30. EF: $30. See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix.
Ent: Joe Ball, 310 Helfer Lane, Mineola, NY 13116.
July 13-Aug. 10, Marshall CC Under-1600 Monday Swiss Aug. 8-9 or 9, New York
June 27-28, World Open Girls Championship (PA) 5SS, G/90. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members $20. $$300 Not the U.S. Open!
See Pennsylvania. 4SS, 30/90, SD1; Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $45,
b/20: $120-70-50, U1300 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45, Rds.: 7pm each Monday. Byes
June 27-28, World Open Under 13 Championship (PA) ok, limit 2, request by rd. 3. WCL JGP. Members $25. ($360 b/24) $120-70-50, U2000/unr $65, U1700 $55. Reg.: ends
See Pennsylvania. 11:50am. Rds.: 2 schedules: 2-day, rds 12:30-5:30 pm each day; 1-day, (rds
July 16, 4 Rated Games Tonight! 1-2 G/30), 10-11:15 am-12:30-5:30 pm Sun; both merge rd 3. Limit 2 byes,
June 27, 28, 29, 30, July 1, 2, World Open G/60 Quads (PA) 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 W 10th St, bet 5-6 Ave, NYC: 212- request at entry. NO RE-ENTRY. May be limited to first 60 players. WCL JGP.
See Pennsylvania. 477-3716. May be limited to 1st 36 entries. EF $30, Club membs $20,
specified Greater NY Scholastic prizewinners free. $$ (480 b/32 paid): 150-100- Aug. 13, 4 Rated Games Tonight!
June 28, Binghamton Monthly Tourney 50, Top U2200/unr $95, U2000 $85. Limit 2 byes (1 bye if U2000), commit by 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 W 10th St, bet 5-6 Ave, NYC: 212-
4 Round SS, Game/60, REG.: 8:45 to 9:00 AM. ENTRY: $35. Cash only at site. 477-3716. May be limited to 1st 36 entries. EF $30, Club membs $20,
8:15. Re-entry $15, counts half. Reg. ends 10 min. before game. Rds. 7-8:15-
(Checks payable to: Cordiscos Corner Store) ROUNDS: 9:15-11:45-2:15-4:30. 9:30-10:45 pm. Phone entry often impossible! $5 extra if entering under specified Greater NY Scholastic prizewinners free. $$ (480 b/32 paid): 150-100-
PRIZES: 1st $175 -2nd $75 -3rd $30. Trophies 1st - 3rd. Under 1700 1st $40 - 10 min. before game. 50, Top U2200/unr $95, U2000 $85. Limit 2 byes (1 bye if U2000), commit by
2nd $20.Trophies 1st - 3rd. Guaranteed. Please bring clocks. Cordiscos Chess 8:15. Re-entry $15, counts half. Reg. ends 10 min. before game. Rds. 7-8:15-
Center, 308 Chenango St., Binghamton, NY 13901. (607) 772-8782. jcordisco@ July 18, Marshall CC Saturday G/60 9:30-10:45 pm. Phone entry often impossible! $5 extra if entering under
stny.rr.com. 4SS, G/60. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($360 b/24)
10 min. before game.
$120-70-50, 1700-1999/unr $60, U1700 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.:
June 28, Grandmaster Challenge (QC) 11:15-11:45. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. One bye available, request at entry. Aug. 13-16, 14-16 or 15-16, 39th annual Continental Open (MA)
See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix.
July 19, Grandmaster Challenge (QC)
June 28, Studio June Quad See Grand Prix. Aug. 28-30 or 29-30, 41st annual Atlantic Open (DC)
3RR Game in 2. Reg.: 9:00 am Rds.: 10-2-6. Studio of Bridge and Games, 1639 See Grand Prix.
Eastern Pkwy., Schenectady, NY 12309-6011. July 21, St. Johns Masters at the Marshall Chess Club
See Grand Prix. Sept. 4-7, 5-7 or 6-7, 131st annual NY State Championship
June 29, 9th Nassau G/15 (QC) See Grand Prix.
6-SS, G/15. 1st Presbyterian Church, 1st & Main Sts, Mineola. EF $20 by July 23, 4 Rated Games Tonight!
6/22, $27 at site, non-memb $5 more. $$ (400 b/25) 100, U2100, 1900, 1700, 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 W 10th St, bet 5-6 Ave, NYC: 212- North Carolina
1500, 1300/UR each 60. 3 bye 1-6. Rule 14H not used. July supl used. Reg to 477-3716. May be limited to 1st 36 entries. EF $30, Club membs $20,
specified Greater NY Scholastic prizewinners free. $$ (480 b/32 paid): 150-100- July 24-26 or 25-26, 36th LPO (Lipkin/Pfefferkorn Open)
7:15 PM. [email protected]. Rds.: 7:15-7:50-8:25-9-9:35-10:10. Ent: See Grand Prix.
Harold Stenzel, 80 Amy Dr., Sayville, NY 11782. 50, Top U2200/unr $95, U2000 $85. Limit 2 byes (1 bye if U2000), commit by
July 1-5, 2-5, 3-5 or June 29-July 5, 37th Annual World Open (PA)
8:15. Re-entry $15, counts half. Reg. ends 10 min. before game. Rds. 7-8:15-
9:30-10:45 pm. Phone entry often impossible! $5 extra if entering under
Ohio
See Grand Prix. 10 min. before game. June 12-14 or 13-14, 51st Gem City Open Tournament
July 1-29, Marshall CC Under-2000 Wednesday Swiss See Grand Prix.
July 24-26 or 25-26, 14th Annual Bradley Open (CT)
5SS, 30/90, SD/60. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members $20. See Grand Prix. June 20, House of Chess Open
$$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U1700 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45, Rds.: 7pm each Wednes- 4SS, G/45 House of Chess, Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH (W of JC
day. Byes ok, limit 2, request by round 3. WCL JGP. July 25-26 or 26, New York Marshall CC July GP! Penny). Sections: Open, U1600. Reg.: 11-11:25 AM. Rds.: 11:30-1:15-3:30-
See Grand Prix. 5:15. Prizes (b/25): Open 1st: $200, 2nd $100; U1900 1st $100;
July 2-30, Marshall CC Thursday Members-Only Swiss
5SS, 30/90, SD/60. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Open to members only. July 30, 4 Rated Games Tonight! Reserve(U1600): 1st $100 Ent: $25, Club members $20. Info & entries: House
EF: $20. $$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U2000 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45, Rds.: 7pm each 4-SS, G/30, Chess Center at Marshall Club, 23 W 10th St, bet 5-6 Ave, NYC: 212- of Chess, Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH 44070. Phone: (440) 979-
Thursday Byes ok, limit 2, request by round 3. 477-3716. May be limited to 1st 36 entries. EF $30, Club membs $20, 1133. E-mail: [email protected]. Web www.thehouseofchess.com/.
specified Greater NY Scholastic prize winners free. $$ (480 b/32 paid): 150- June 20, Stakes Chess #18
July 4, Saturday G/60 100-50, Top U2200/unr $95, U2000 $85. Limit 2 byes (1 bye if U2000), commit
4SS, G/60. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($360 b/24) $120- Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton. OH 45402. 3 Rounds - G/90, TD/5.
by 8:15. Re-entry $15, counts half. Reg. ends 10 min. before game. Rds. 7-8:15- Nominal 8 player sections. No byes. 1st - $100, 2nd - $35, Top Finish in lower
70-50, 1700-1999/unr $60, U1700 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.: 9:30-10:45 pm. Phone entry often impossible! $5 extra if entering under
11:15-11:45. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Note: Only one bye available, request with half $25. EF: $25 adv/$30 after 17 Jun. Reg.: 9:30-10:30. Rds.: 11-3:30-7. Ent:
10 min. before game. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402 or email dcc.18
entry.
July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 20th annual Vermont Resort Open (VT) [email protected].
July 4, World Open G/10 Championship (QC) (PA) See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix.
Aug. 1, Marshall CC Saturday G/60
July 5, Marshall CC Sunday Action 4SS, G/60. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($360 b/24)
5SS, G/30, Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members
$20. ($$ 360 b/24): 120-70-50, U2200/unr $65, U2000 $55. Rds.: 12-1:30-2:45-
4-5:20pm. One bye available, request with entry.
$120-70-50, 1700-1999/unr $60, U1700 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.: 11:15-
11:45. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Note: Only one bye available, request at entry. USCF ISSUES
Aug. 2, Marshall CC Sunday Action
July 5, The Chess Exchange Monthly Trophy Quads
3-RR, G/30,The Chess Exchange: Chess & Games Club, 288Third Ave., Between
5SS, G/30, Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members
$20. ($$ 360 b/24): 120-70-50, U2200/unr $65, U2000 $55. Rds.: 12-1:30-2:45-
FORUM
Carroll and President, Brooklyn, 718-645-5896. EF: $15 $$: Trophies to top 2 4-5:20pm. One bye available, request at entry.
in each quad. Reg.: ends 10 minutes before rd. 1. Rds.: 3-4:15-5:30.
July 5, World Open Blitz Championship (QC) (PA)
Aug. 2, The Chess Exchange Monthly Trophy Quads
3-RR, G/30,The Chess Exchange: Chess & Games Club, 288Third Ave., Between
A forum for discussion of USCF
See Grand Prix. Carroll and President, Brooklyn, 718-645-5896. EF: $15. $$: Trophies to top 2 issues, open to all members age
July 6-20, 26th Nassau Senior in each quad. Reg.: ends 10 minutes before rd. 1. Rds.: 3-4:15-5:30.
3SS 40/80, 1st Presbyterian Church, 1st & Main Sts, Mineola. Open to born
Aug. 4, Marshall CC New York Experts
before 7/21/59. EF $10 by 7/3, $17 at site, non-memb $9 more. Trophies to Open to U2200 4SS, G/30. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: executive board (ballot is
top 3. Bye 1-3. Reg to 7:15 PM. [email protected]. Rds.: 7:15 each Mon.
Ent: Harold Stenzel, 80 Amy Dr., Sayville, NY 11782.
$40, members $20. $$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U1800 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.:
7-8:15-9:30-10:45pm. One bye available, request at entry.
July 6-20, 58th Nassau Action Aug. 5-Sept. 2, Marshall CC Under-2000 Wednesday Swiss for eligible voters) are among
See Grand Prix. 5SS, 30/90, SD/60. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. EF: $40, members $20. the participants.
July 7, Marshall CC New York Experts $$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U1700 $60. Reg : 6:15-6:45, Rds.: 7pm each Wednes-
Open to U2200 4SS, G/30. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10 St., NYC, 212-477-3716. EF: day. Byes ok, limit 2, request by round 3.
$40, members $20. $$300 b/20: $120-70-50, U1800 $60. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.:
7-8:15-9:30-10:45pm. One bye available, request at entry.
Aug. 6, 10 Grand Prix Points Tonight! Register at www.uschess.org/
See Grand Prix.
July 9, 10 Grand Prix Points Tonight! Aug. 6-Sept. 3, Marshall CC Thursday Members-Only Swiss
forums
See Grand Prix. 5SS, 30/90, SD/60. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Open to members only.
Tournament Life Abbreviations & Terms

All tournaments are non-smoking with no comput- Enhanced Grand Prix points (see previous tions can play for the learning experience. stamped envelope.
ers allowed unless otherwise advertised by S page). OSA: Other states accepted. Refers to state SD/: Sudden-death time control (time for rest of
and/or C (see below for explanations). Ent: Where to mail entries. dues. game follows). For example, 30/90, SD/1 means
QC: Quick Chess events. FIDE: Results submitted to FIDE for possible PPHBF: Professional Players Health and Bene- each player must make 30 moves in 90 minutes,
$$Gtd: Guaranteed prizes. rating. fits Fund. then complete the rest of the game in an hour.
$$b/x: Based-on prizes, x = number of entries G/: Game in. For instance, G/75 means each Quad: 4-player round robin sections; similar Section: A division of a tournament, usually
needed to pay full prize fund. At least 50% of the side has 75 minutes for the entire game. strength players. excluding players above a specified rating. Play-
advertised prize fund of $501 or more must be ers in a section face only each other, not those in
GPP: Grand Prix Points available. RBO: Rated Beginners Open. other sections.
awarded.
HR: Hotel rates. For example, 60-65-70-75 means Rds: Rounds; scheduled game times follow. For SS: Swiss-System pairings (preceded by number
Bye: Indicates which rounds players who find it $60 single, $65 twin, $70/3 in room, $75/4 in example, 11-5, 9-3 means games begin 11 a.m. &
inconvenient to play may take -point byes of rounds).
room. 5 p.m. on the first day, 9 a.m. & 3 p.m. on the sec-
instead. For example, Bye 1-3 means -point ond day. T/Dx: Time delay, x = number of seconds.
byes are available in Rounds 1 through 3. JGP: Junior Grand Prix.
Reg: Registration at site. Unr: Unrated.
C: Computers allowed. Memb. reqd: Membership required; cost fol-
lows. Usually refers to state affiliate. RR: Round robin (preceded by number of rounds). USEF: Combined entry fee & USCF dues.
CC: Chess club. W: Site is accessible to wheelchairs.
Open: A section open to all. Often has very S: Smoking allowed.
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July 10-12, 2009 Columbus Open June 25-29, 3rd annual Philadelphia International Bloomsburg, PA 17815. Reg.: 7:45-8:30am. EF: $25 if postmarked by 7/15, $35
See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. later, PSCF www.pscfchess.org/ required $5, OSA. Prizes: ($100-$60-$40
guaranteed.) Additional class prizes based on entries $70 in each class or com-
July 11, Toledo Jul Swiss June 26-28, World Open Senior Amateur bined class with 4 participants. $10 Chess Merchandise Gift Certificate to
Open, 4SS, Rnd 1 G/75, Rnds 2-4 G/90.The University ofToledo Health Science 4SS, 40/2, SD/1, Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World Open). Open to all born
first 10 advance entrants. Door prize drawing before round 5. Lunch, snacks
Campus, Mulford Library Basement Caf, 3000 Arlington Ave., Toledo, Ohio before 6/26/59 and rated under 2000 or unrated. Prizes $500 based on 16
and beverages provided both days. Rds.: SAT 9am, 1:30pm, 6pm, SUN 9am &
43614. Can split into 2 sections if enough players. EF: $20 by 7/9 $25 at site. entries, else in proportion: $200-100, Under 1750 $120, Under 1500/Unr $80. 1:30pm. Information & Entrees: [email protected] 717-580-7492. Mail
Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes: $360 b/20, $100-50, 1st Class A EF: $40. Reg. 6/26 noon to 5:30 pm, rds. Fri 6, Sat 11-6, Sun 11. One half point to: Sam Lamonto, 1408 Walnut St., Camp Hill, PA 17011-3966. WCL JGP.
,B,C,D/Under $40, 1st U1600 $50. Ent: James Jagodzinski, 7031 Willowyck Rd., bye allowed, must commit before rd 2. HR: See World Open. Ent: at site only,
Maumee, OH 43537. 419-367-9450. WCL JGP. no checks. Aug. 28-30 or 29-30, 41st annual Atlantic Open (DC)
See Grand Prix.
Aug. 8, Toledo Aug Swiss June 27-28, World Open Girls Championship
Open, 4SS, Rnd 1 G/75, Rnds 2-4 G/90.The University ofToledo Health Science
Campus, Mulford Library Basement Caf, 3000 Arlington Ave., Toledo, Ohio
5-SS, G/90, Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World Open). Open to all girls born
after 6/28/91. Trophies to top 5, 1st C, D, E, Under 1000, Under 800, Unrated;
Rhode Island
43614. Can split into 2 sections if enough players. EF: $20 by 8/6 $25 at site. free entry in all CCA Swiss tournaments 7/15/09-12/31/09 to 1st. EF: $40. Reg. Cranston-Warwick CC Monthly
Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes: $360 b/20, $100-50, 1st Class A 6/27 9 to 9:30 am, rds. Sat 10-2-6, Sun 10-2. One half point bye allowed, must Every Tuesday. 4SS, 40/75, SD/30. Garden City Center, Cranston. EF: $3/game
,B,C,D/Under $40, 1st U1600 $50. Ent: James Jagodzinski, 7031 Willowyck Rd., commit before rd 2. HR: See World Open. Ent: at site only, no checks. WCL JGP. (club mbrs: $2/game). Reg.: 6:30-6:50pm; email preferred. Rds.: 1st 4 Tues-
Maumee, OH 43537. 419-367-9450. WCL JGP. days of the month, 7pm sharp! 5thTuesday extra rated games and events. One
June 27-28, World Open Under 13 Championship bye rd 1-3; if notified in advance. Prizes based on entries. Info:
Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, 18th annual Midwest Class Championships (IL) 6-SS, G/65, Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World Open). Open to all born after www.cranstonchess.org, 401-575-1520. WCL JGP.
See Grand Prix. 6/28/96. Trophies to top 5, 1st C, D, E, Under 1000, Under 800, Unrated; free
entry in all CCA Swiss tournaments 7/15/09-12/31/09 to 1st. EF: $40. Reg. 6/27 Oct. 31-Nov. 1, New England Scholastic Championships (CT)
Nov. 13-15 or 14-15, 18th Annual Kings Island Open See Connecticut.
See Grand Prix. 9 to 10:30 am, rds. Sat. 11-2-5, Sun. 10-1-4. HR: See World Open. Ent: at site
only, no checks. WCL JGP.
Oklahoma June 27, 28, 29, 30, July 1, 2, World Open G/60 Quads
South Carolina
3RR, G/60, separate event each day, Sheraton Philadelphia Hotel (see World June 26-28 or 27-28, 2009 South Carolina Open
June 27-28, 64th Oklahoma Open State Championship See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix. Open). EF: $20. 1st prize each section: choice of $40, 2 year adult USCF mem-
bership with Chess Life, or 3 year Young Adult membership with Chess Life. Reg:
July 25-26, 64th OCF Oklahoma Open - Jerry Spann Memorial - FIDE 9-9:45 am each day, Rds: 10-12:30-2:30. Ent: at site only, no checks. Tennessee
OCF Championship
July 1-5, 2-5, 3-5 or June 29-July 5, 37th Annual World Open June 27, John Hurt Memorial 6
See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix. 4SS, G/60, EF: $20 (MCC members $15), $200 in prizes guaranteed! 1st $150,
Sept. 5-7, 1st U.S. Womens Open top U1600: $50 Site: Hampton Inn, 962 South Shady Grove Rd., Memphis, TN
See Nationals. July 4, World Open G/10 Championship (QC) 38120. Hotel reservations: (901) 762-0056. Registration (6/27): 8-9:30am.
See Grand Prix. Rounds: 10-1-3-5. Entries: Memphis Chess Club Inc., PO Box 17864, Memphis,
Sept. 5-7, 2009 U.S. Senior Open
See Nationals. July 5, World Open Blitz Championship (QC) TN 38187-0864. www.memphischess.com, [email protected].
See Grand Prix. July 11, Murfreesboro Grand Prix
Pennsylvania July 11, W.Chester 1st Sat. Quads See Grand Prix.
Every 1st Saturday Lehigh Valley Super Quads Our 20th Year! 3RR, 40/80,sd/30. United Methodist Church, 129 S. High St. West July 18, Ivory Pawn Open
3-RR, St James Church, 11th & Tilghman Sts., Allentown, PA 18102. EF: $10. Chester, PA. EF: $20; every tenth quad free $$40, $50 for 3-0, $5 for 3rd rd win 2 sections: G/60 (4 rds) and G/30 (7 rds), EF: $15 ($10 for MCC members)
$30 Perfect Score, else $25 1st. Reg.: 12:30-1:15. Rds.: 1:30-3-4:30. Info: 610- if not 3-0. Reg.: 9am; Rds.: 9:30,1,4:30. Info: Jim White 484-678-3164. Trophies to top 3 in each section. Free blitz tournament for all entries after last
821-4320, [email protected], www.lehighvalleychess.org/. July 12, MasterMinds CC 2nd Sunday Summer Quads rd! ($10 for blitz only), unrated g/5, trophy for 1st. Registration 07/18: 8-
Every 2nd Saturday. Allentown 2nd Saturday Quads Blair Christian Academy, Philadelphia, Pa., 220 W. Upsal St. Quads: 3RR, 9:30am. Rounds (G/60): 10-1-3-5. Rounds (G/30): 10-11-1-2-3-4-5. Site:
3RR, G/40. St. Lukes Ev. Luth. Church, 417 N. 7th St., Allentown, PA 18102. Quads 40/80, SD/30. EF: $20 Perfect score winner $60 else $50. Rds.: 10-2-5. Reg. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 474, 1870 Madi-
open to all. EF: $12. $$24/quad. Reg.: 12-1, Rds.: 1:15-2:45-4:15. No adv. ent. ends 9:30am. Info: Bradley Crable, 215-844-3881, www.mastermindschess.org. son Avenue, Memphis,TN 38104. www.memphischess.com, [email protected].
Info: 610-433-6518. Other rated events every week! July 18, 2009 PA State Action Championship
See Grand Prix.
Texas
June 13, Greater Cherry Hill Swiss, Quad and Kids Swiss (NJ)
See New Jersey. June 20-21, San Antonio City Championship
A Heritage Event! 5SS, Rd. 1 G/60; others G/90 + 30 sec/move, G/120 if increment clock not
June 20, 2009 PA State Game/45 Championship July 25-26, 40th Susquehanna Valley Open available. Hornbeak Bldg, 2nd floor, 4450 Medical Dr., San Antonio,TX. $$(1,000
See Grand Prix. 5SS, Open G/120, Honeysuckle Student Apartments, 111 Honeysuckle Court, b/40): $250-150, U2200, U2000, U1800, U1600 ea. $120. U1400, $60, unr. $60.

Trophy to top Bexar Cty. resident. EF: $30 if recd by 6/18, $35 site; junior U19
or senior 65+ entry $20 by 6/18, $25 site, counts 2/3 toward based on. Reg.:
Virginia the Kingstowne Chess Club (Alexandria, VA), or the U.S. Chess Center (Wash-
ington, DC). Unrateds can only compete for the top 3 prizes. Reg.: 0815-0900.
8:30-9:30 a.m., Rds.: 10-1-6, 10-3. half pt. bye any 1 rd., notice before Rd. 2 June 5, 12, 19, 26, Arlington Chess Club Friday Night USCF Rating Rounds: 0915-1100-1330-1515. One 1/2 point bye allowed, must commit to
is paired. Ent: SACC, POB 501, Helotes, TX 78023. Info: www.sanantonio Ladder bye before rd 1. Info/Ent: John Farrell, 2500 N Van Dorn St, Box 1623, Alexan-
chess.com, 210-695-2324 NS. NC. W. WCL JGP rounds 2-5. 30/90 SD/1. Lyon Village Community House, 1920 N Highland Rd, Arlington, VA. dria, VA 22302. Make checks payable to John Farrell. E-mail (Info only and
Player with most monthly points - $50 and most total points March - Decem- Active Duty Military entries): [email protected]. Please register in
June 27-28, DFW FIDE Open IV ber wins $100. Must Join Club to play ($50 Adult, $40 U18) check web to make
See Grand Prix. advance! Please bring sets & clocks.Tournament proceeds (if any) support the
sure we are open each week - members.cox.net/arlingtonchessclub/ladder.htm. Fort Myer Recreation Center. Access to Fort Myer: Photo ID required. Men-
July 11-12, Odessa Chess Classic Invitational Ladder has been running for over 45 years, now win money too! Contact: tion chess tournament at Recreation Center to security guards when entering
This is an invitational tournament, BUT, any USCF member can receive an invi- Adam Chrisney for info: [email protected] No advance entries, sign up for the base. Cars subject to inspection so come clean and early. Website:
tation JUST BY ASKING, contact by 7/8/09: [email protected], ladder weekly by 8pm, games start 8:15pm. Future monthly events will appear
www.timbeeck.com/dgavinmemorial.html. NS. NC. W.
432-556-1920 . 5-SS, G/75 - D/5. EF: $30.00, Reg.: 10-10.55am, Rds.: Sat- a month in advance here. WCL JGP.
11-2:30-6:30, Sun-9:30-1pm, 1 Section, Bye: half pt - first round only, with
pre-paid reg. only. Prizes: Cash, 85% of Entry Fees. OVERALL - 1st=25%,
June 20, VB Summer Swiss
4SS G/70. Springhill Suites, 6350 Newtown Rd., Norfolk, Virginia 23502.
Wisconsin
2nd=15%, 3rd=10%, U/1600 - 1st=20%, 2nd=10%, 3rd=5%, UNRATED Phone: 1-757-333-3100. Prizes: $700 b/o 30 $200, $100, A-B & unr-C-D-U12 July 10-12, 2009 U.S. Junior Open Championship
PLAYERS are not eligible for U/1600 prizes. Venue: Music City Mall, MCM Grand- each $80 Increased with 35+. EF: $37 by 3/5 else $45. Reg.: 8:30-9:00. Rds.: See Nationals.
stage (fronting the MCM ice rink), 4101 East 42nd Street, Odessa, Texas. W, 9:20 - 12:15 2:45 5:15. Entries/Cks: Ernest Schlich, 1370 S. Braden Cres., July 17-19 or 18-19, 2nd annual Chicago Class Championships (IL)
NS, NC, More info: pbcc.50gigs.net. USCF MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. WE DO Norfolk, VA 23502. (757) 853-5296. mysite.verizon.net/eschlich.WCL JGP. See Grand Prix.
NOT PROCESS ON-SITE USCF MEMBERSHIP. WCL JGP. July 10, 17, 24, 31, Arlington Chess Club Friday Night USCF Rating July 25-26, 33rd Annual Green Bay Open
July 24-26, Houston Open Ladder See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix. 30/90 SD/1. Lyon Village Community House, 1920 N Highland Rd, Arlington, VA.
Player with most monthly points - $50 and most total points March - Decem- Oct. 9-11 or 10-11, 18th annual Midwest Class Championships (IL)
July 25-26, DFW FIDE Open V ber wins $100. Must Join Club to play ($50 Adult, $40 U18) check web to make See Grand Prix.
See Grand Prix. sure we are open each week - members.cox.net/arlingtonchessclub/ladder.htm.
Ladder has been running for over 45 years, now win money too! Contact:
Utah Matt Grinberg for info: [email protected] No advance entries, sign up
for ladder weekly by 8pm, games start 8:15pm. Future monthly events will
A State Championship Event! appear a month in advance here. WCL JGP.
Aug. 22, 2009 Utah Amateur Championship
5SS, Univ. of Utah, Student Union Bldg. Panorama Rm. and Den., SLC, UT July 11-12, 19th Charlottesville Open
84112. TWO Sections: U-1800 & U-1000. Winner of U-1800 is Utah Amateur See Grand Prix.
Champion. EF: U-1800 $20 U-1000 $10. Both if by Aug 20, $5 more on-site. Time July 18, Kingstowne Quad #57/Action-Plus #29
Controls: U-1800 G/60 td/5. U-1000 Rd 1-2 G/35 td/5. Rd 3-5 G/55 td/5. Rds: Kingstowne Thompson Center, 6090 Kingstowne Village Pkwy., Alexandria, VA
U-1800 10AM, 12:15, 3, 5:15, 7:30. U-1000 10AM, 11:15, 1, 3, 5. $$U-1800 B/32 22315. 2 Events. Quad #57: 3RR G/100. EF: $10 if received by 7/15, $15 at
100+Plaque, 80+Trophy, 70+Medal $$U-1000 B/32 50+Trophy, 40+Plaque, site. Prizes: Medals to 1st and 2nd in each quad: gold to 1st if 3-0 score, else
35+Medal. Reg.: Sat 9AM-9:40.Two 1/2 pt. Byes available. Non-cash awards& silver; bronze to 2nd. Rds.: 11-3-7. Action-Plus #29: 5SS G/45. EF: $15 if
Amateur Title to top Utah Residents. Tourney flyer w/more info: received by 7/15, $20 at site. Prizes $$250 b/20: $100-60, U1800-U1400-Unr.
www.utahchess.com. ENT: [email protected] or call Morry Holland 801- each $30. Rds.: 11-1-3-5-7. Both: Reg. 10-10:45. Ent (checks payable to): Don
562-0156. W. Millican, 5901B Prince George Dr., Springfield, VA 22152. e-mail (info only):
[email protected]. W.
Vermont July 18, MilChess Affiliate David P. Gavin Memorial Tournament
July 31-Aug. 2 or Aug. 1-2, 20th annual Vermont Resort Open 4SS, G/45. Open to all current USCF members. Fort Myer Recreation Center,
See Grand Prix. 228 McNair Rd, Bldg. 405, Fort Myer (Arlington), VA. EF: $9.00 postmarked by
Jul 10th, $14.00 on site. Active Duty Military receive FREE entry. Guaranteed
Sept. 4-7, 5-7 or 6-7, 131st annual NY State Championship (NY) prizes and trophies: $100 (plus free entry to Virginia Chess Federations North-
See Grand Prix. ern Virginia Open tournament being held Nov 7-8, 2009)-$75-$50, U1750 $25,
Oct. 31-Nov. 1, New England Scholastic Championships (CT) U1450 $25, and upset trophy. All other cash prizes come with a donated free
See Connecticut. entry to a tournament sponsored by the Fells Point Chess Club (Baltimore, MD),
INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE CHESS FEDERATION

in association with the
SCOTTISH CORRESPONDENCE CHESS ASSOCIATION
announces the
Second ICCF Veterans World Cup

www.iccf.com www.scottishcca.co.uk
ICCF will begin the Second ICCF Veterans World Cup 1 September 2009, open to all players age 60 or older as of 1 September
2009.
The Second ICCF Veterans World Cup will be In Memoriam of Gerhard Radosztics, who was a distinguished delegate for Aus-
tria, ICCF officer and great friend, for over 20 years.
The 2nd VWC will be organised in three stages, which will allow several players from each group stage to advance to the Semi-
finals & Final. The number of promotions will depend on the total of entries received, but groups at each stage will comprise of 13
players (12 games) played by webserver with a rate of play of 10 moves in 40 days. Although the number of preliminary groups
which each player may enter is unlimited, no player will qualify for more than two Semi-final groups or more than one place in the
Final.
Players may enter at www.iccf-webserver.com or via email to [email protected]. The entry fee is $30, a bit less via Direct Entry,
depending on exchange rate. Date of birth is required, along with email address. Closing date for email entries is 17 July 2009, or
31 July 2009 for Direct Entry.
All veteran chess players are heartily invited to enter this tournament, both for the enjoyment of games and friendly con-
tact/communication with senior players round the World.

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Solutions
Chess to Enjoy B. The winning trick is 1. Kf1! Nb5 2. Rb4 Nc3 3. White loses a piece after 3. Nxb3+ Kc4.
Ke1! with no fork in sight. 3. ... b2 4. Nb3+ Kd3 5. Nb4+ Kc3 6. Na2+ Kc2 7.
C. Also drawn is 1. Kf2? b2 2. Rb4 Ne4+ 3. Ke1
Problem I.
Paris 1859: With 1. ... Ng3! Black threatens mate Nd4+ Kd3 8. Nf3 b1=N
with 2. ... Rh1 or 2. ... Nde2+, e.g. 2. fxg3 Ne2 mate d2+ 4. Ke2 Nc3+ 5. Kxd2 b1=Q 6. Rxb1 Nxb1+. The queen has a short life after 8. ... b1=Q 10. Bh7+
Kc4 11. Nd2+.
A. Not 1. Rxa5? Qc6+ 2. Rc5 Qa6+ 3. Kd5 Qe6
or 2. ... Nf3 mate) 3. C. Magnus Carlsen - Wang Yue
Problem II. 9. Bh7+ Kc4 10. Bxb1 Kb3 11. Nd2+ Kb2 12. Kf3
Breslau 1859: 1. Qc4+ Nf7 2. Rxd8 Qxd8 3. Nd6! mate. Nc6 13. Be4 Ne7 14. Nc1 Kxc1 15. Nc4 Ng8 16.
B. White eventually lost after 1. Qd6? Qe4+ 3. Rd4
followed by Re8+ netting material or Qxf7 mate. Nb6 Ne7
Problem III. The knight is tracked down faster in the following
Qc2+ 4. Kd5 Qg2+ 5. e4 Rd8 6. Qxd8+ Bxd8 7.
Breslau 1859: 1. Rxc3+! dxc3 2. Qxc7+ Kd5 3. continuations: 16. ... Kd2 17. Nd5 Nh6 18. Bg6; 16.
Rc8 g6 8. Rxd8+ Kg7 9. Rd3 Qc2 10. Kd4 a4 11.
Rd1+ Ke4 4. f3+ Kf5 5. Qf7 mate was the finish. Not ... Nf6 17. Bg6 Kd2 18. Kf4; 16. ... Nh6 17. Bg6.
bxa4 Qxa2 12. Kc5 b3 13. Rb8 b2 14. Rdb3 Qxa4
as clear is 1. Qxc7+ Kd5 2. Rxc3 because of 2. ... 17. Ke3 Kd1 18. Kd4 Ke2 19. Ke5 Kf2
15. Rxb2 Qxe4, etc.
C. Eyeing c8 is essential. Hard to spot is 1. Qd7!
Qxf1+! 3. Kxf1 Ba6+ 4. Ke1 dxc3. 19. ... Ke3 20. Nc4+.
20. Kf4
Problem IV. Qe4+ 2. Rd4 Qc2+ (not 2. ... Bxd4?? 3. Rc8+) 3.
Breslau 1859: 1. ... Rxg1+ 2. Bxg1 Qf1+ 3. Kd2 20. Ke6 Ke3 21. Ke5.
Kd5 Qg2+ 4. e4 is equal (if now 4. ... Rd8 5. 20. ... Ke2 21. Nc4 Nc8 22. Ke5 Na7 23. Nd6 and
Qe2+ 4. Kc3 Nc6!, threatening 5. ... Qc2 mate. Rc8). the knight is trapped.
Problem V.
A. A. The brilliant finale was 1. Rxf6! gxf6 2. Nd7 f5
4. A. Magnus Carlsen - Alexander Grischuk
Rome 1859: 1. Rd8+! (However, the prosaic 1. Be8 Solitaire Chess ABCs of Chess
and 2. Bf7 mate is quite effective) 1. ... Bxd8 2. Bc4!
Consecutive captures: A pawn is captured for
3. c4 a5 4. c5 Bg7 5. Nxb8 Rxb8 6. Ba6! Bf6 7. Problem I.
(2. e7 Kf7 prolongs the game) 2. ... Be7 3. Nf6+! Bxb7 Rxb7 8. c6 Rxb6 9. Rc1 Bxb2 10. d7 and
Bxf6 4. e7 mate. the toxic pawns compelled resignation (10. ... nothing with 1. ... Bxd3, when 2. Bxd3 Qxd3 3. Qxd3
Problem VI. Bf6 11. c7). Rxd3 lets Black keep it.
B. White trades his edge very clearly with 1. d7?
Driving off: The thrust 1. ... e4 wins a piece,
Geneva 1859: 1. Rd3! Qg5 2. Qa8+ Rb8 3. Rxc6+! Problem II.
mates, or 1. ... Qe6 2. Rxd7! Qxd7 3. Qa8+ Rb8 4. Bxc5 2. dxe8=Q+ Rxe8 followed by ... Bxb6.
C. Also inferior is 1. b4? Red8 2. Rxf6 gxf6 3. Nxe4
Rxc6+. since Whites knight cant move to safety without
allowing mate.
Whats The Best Move? f5.
Trapping: Whites queen is trapped after 1. ...
Problem III.
A. White succumbed after 1. Rf1? f2 2. Kh3 Rf3+ 3.
1. B. Magnus Carlsen - Lev Aronian
Endgame Lab Benkos Bafflers
Nc5, followed by 2. ... Ra8.
Kg2 Kg4 4. h5 Rg3+ 5. Kh2 Kf3 6. Ra1 Rg2+ 7. Problem I.
Trapping: The intrusion 1. ... Bc2 threatens the
Problem IV.
Kh1 Rg5 8. Ra3+ Kf4 9. Ra4+ Kg3 10. Ra3+ 1. Kg2 Rg7+ 2. Kh1 Kh3
Kh4. 2. ... Ra7 3. Ng6+ Kh3 4. Nf4+ Kh4 5. Kh2 Rg7 6. Bf3
B. The pawn must be stopped from advancing to f2!
rook and trapping the queen by 2. ... Ba4. White
Rg4 7. Ng2+ wins
loses material after 2. Re1 Ba4 3. Re8+ Qxe8.
1. Kf2! Rf6 2. Rh1 Kg4 3. h5! gxh5 4. Rg1+ Kf4 5. 3. Nf7 Rg8
Driving off: After 1. ... Ne4 White must lose
3. ... Kh4 4. Nh6 Rg2 5. Nf5+ Kh3 6. Bf1 wins the Problem V.
Rg3 Ke4 6. Rh3 Rf5 7. Rh4+ Kd3 8. Rh3 with an
easy draw. rook for a knight.
C. Hopeless is 1. Rh1? f2! 2. Rf1 Rf6 3. Rxf2 Rxf2 4. 4. Nfg5+ Kh4 5. Nf3+ Kh3 6. Bf1+ Kg4 7. Nf6+ something.
Mating attack: With 1. ... hxg3, White can throw

wins. Problem VI.
Kxf2 Kxh4 5. Kf3 g5 6. Kg2 Kg4 gaining the
opposition. Problem II.
in the towel, since 2. hxg3 Qxg3+ mates next move.
A. Black miraculously saved the draw after 1. Kf3?
2. B. Magnus Carlsen - Teimour Radjabov 1. ... Nd8
No better is 1. ... Ng5 2. Nd5+ Kd4 3. Nxb3+ Kc4 4.
Nb5! 2. Rb4 Nc3 3. Rb7+ Kg8 4. Rb8+ Kh7 5. Na5+ Kb5 5. Bg8 Kxa5 6. Nf6 Kb4 7. Kg3.
Ke3 b2 6. Rb7+ Kg8 7. Rb8+ Kh7. 2. Nd5+ Kd4 3. Bg8
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