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COLUMNS14 LOOKS AT BOOKS / C.J.S. PURDY The Purdy Project By Pete Tamburro

16 CHESS TO ENJOY / ENTERTAINMENT Of Bathtubs and Massage Tables By GM Andy Soltis

18 BACK TO BASICS / READER ANNOTATIONS It Just Ain’t Natural By GM Lev Alburt

44 SOLITAIRE CHESS / INSTRUCTION Najdorf is Pronounced ÓNy-dorfÓ By Bruce Pandolfini

46 THE PRACTICAL ENDGAME / INSTRUCTION An Endgame ÓSelfieÓ By GM Daniel Naroditskyi

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6 SEPTEMBER PREVIEW / THIS MONTH IN CHESS LIFE AND CLO

8 COUNTERPLAY / READERS RESPOND

10 FIRST MOVES / CHESS NEWS FROM AROUND THE U.S.

11 FACES ACROSS THE BOARD / BY AL LAWRENCE

14 USCF AFFAIRS / NEWS FOR OUR MEMBERS

50 KNIGHT’S TOUR / TOURNAMENT TRAVEL

51 TOURNAMENT LIFE / SEPTEMBER

70 CLASSIFIEDS / SEPTEMBER

71 SOLUTIONS / SEPTEMBER

72 MY BEST MOVE / PERSONALITIES This Month: FM Alisa Melikhina

ON THE COVEROur cover this month is a word cloud of some termsand names that have been important to the USCFover the past 75 years. What words would you havechosen? Write to us at [email protected].

COVER DESIGN BY SHIRLEY SZYMANEK AND FRANKIE BUTLER

20 Cover Story / USCF 75th Anniversary OUR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY

BY AL LAWRENCE Celebrating 75 years of the USCF through the covers of Chess Life.

30 National Events / National Open KAMSKY ROLLS

BY GM IRINA KRUSH GM Gata Kamsky backs up his U.S. Championship with a National Open

victory, playing the U.S. Women’s Champion in blitz along the way.

35 Openings / Norway Chess THE OPENINGS AT NORWAY CHESS

BY GM IAN ROGERS Norway Chess reflects a recent trend that may become Carlsen’s legacy:

Players with the white pieces are moving away from lines which can beanalyzed too easily by a computer and simply trying to reach a playableposition from which they can outplay their opponent.

41 Chess culture / King of the South THE KING OF THE SOUTH

BY ROGER RODRIGUEZ In tiny South Laredo, Texas, directly across the Rio Grande from one of the most violent cities in Mexico, Dr. Joel Sauceda has overcome the odds to become successful in chess and life.


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Editor’s Letter: Run, Fischer, Run!2014 has been exciting as we’ve celebrated the USCF’s 75th anniversary, which is officially reached this month (SeeAl Lawrence’s cover story beginning on page 20). While for most organizations an anniversary of such importancewould be good enough, the USCF took the additional step of becoming a 501(c)(3) organization, creating a fundamentalchange in our status and mission as we go foward. For me, this provided a kismet-like opportunity: the IRS grantedour designation one week after I found out that I was accepted in to the New York City Marathon. Because so manyrun this marathon for charity (the 2011 edition raised $34 million for 190 non-profits), I decided to make my runabout the USCF. To this end, I am trying to raise $3,750 for USCF scholastic chess programs through my New YorkCity Marathon participation. Why this somewhat strange number? Well, this month is a milestone birthday for metoo—I turn 50 years old. My 50 years times the USCF’s 75 equals 3,750.

Please contribute to this cause if you are able to. Remember, your donation is fully tax-deductible thanks to our501(c)(3) status. And share the news! Let others know about this fundraiser, and perhaps consider creating a fundraiserof your own in support of the USCF’s mission. If you would like a PDF flyer for your chess club or place of businessabout my fundraiser, please e-mail me at [email protected]. Here’s to your chess life. -Daniel Lucas, Editor

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AL LAWRENCE (Cover Story) is the former executive director of both the USCF and the World Chess Hall of Fame. He is currently director ofthe Texas Tech University chess program. His latest book, with GM Lev Alburt, is Chess for the Gifted and Busy..

GM IRINA KRUSH (National Events) is the current and five-time U.S. women’s champion.

PETE TAMBURRO (Looks at Books) has been writing for Chess Life since 1973 and for Chess Life for Kids since its inception. He is theauthor of Learn Chess From the Greats and his book, Openings for Amateurs, has just been released. He is a newly retired teacher of AP U.S. History and a former high school and college basketball coach.

GM IAN ROGERS (Openings) is a globe-trotting Australian grandmaster who covers many international events for Chess Life and Chess LifeOnline as well as for other publications.

ROGER RODRIGUEZ (Chess culture) is a professor of sociology at Texas A&M International University and of sociology and English andliterature at Lone Star College. He is a two-time published author and is expecting his third book in January. He is currently doing more researchon chess from a sociological perspective.

CHESS LIFE ONLINE PREVIEW: SEPTEMBER

History in St. Louis The strongest tournament in history hits the capital of chess in America with the second edition of theSinquefield Cup. The event features a 2800+ average tournament rating. Players include World ChampionMagnus Carlsen and super-GMs Levon Aronian, Fabiano Caruana, Hikaru Nakamura, Maxime Vachier-Lagraveand Veselin Topalov. Coverage on CLO will include exclusive reports by GM Ian Rogers. Last year GM Rogers’piece on “the Top Ten Things We Learned From the Sinquefield Cup” earned him #2 in Best of CLO honors.

WORLD YOUTH SAFARI: Follow Team USA at the World Youth Championships set for September 18-30 inDurban, South Africa. Reportage will include dispatches from coach, GM, and humorist Ben Finegold.

BACK TO SCHOOL WITH THE BEST: Look through our August archives and September features for tipsfrom elite chess camps, such as Kostya Kavutskiy’s insight into the Metropolitan Chess camp starringLevon Aronian. Also see CLO editor Jen Shahade’s piece on a strong all-girls edition of the U.S. Chess Schoolin St. Louis.

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WATCH OUT, WEBSTER I enjoyed reading the July 2014 issue ofChess Life. I found the article about SusanPolgar and the Webster University chessteam of great interest.

Because of huge TV revenues, collegesports has lost the amateur status thatintercollegiate programs used to represent.Now I see the same phenomenon hasinfected the chess world. The Webster Uni-versity chess team has six grandmastersrated from 2578 to 2800. How could sucha stellar group of players all choose toattend Webster University, not exactly ahousehold name as far as university rep-utations? The answer, of course, is SusanPolgar.

However, GM Polgar should watch out forwhen the big powerhouses like Michigan,UCLA, and the “Ivys” decide to join in thegame. Gone will be the amateur status ofintercollegiate chess.

—Neil Bershadvia e-mail

OUR OWN JOHNNY APPLESEEDIn the process of acquiring chess suppliesfrom Wholesale Chess in Kaysville, Utahtwo weeks ago, I noticed back issues andthe July issue of Chess Life on a tablenear the entrance. I asked if I could havea couple and she gave me the worksincluding seven months worth.

The plan is to give them to schools betweenhere, Hyrum, Utah and there in an areathat includes the Pacific to the Dakotas,and the Canadian border to northern Cal-ifornia east to southwestern Nebraska.

I am a loner with a very hectic schedulefor one 81 years of age. It would makeyou happy if I read Chess Life, but I amswamped. Methinks I am doing my share.

Call me a silent ally. In some states I amreferred to as the “Johnny Appleseed ofchess.” That’s encouraging.

I thoroughly enjoyed the Paul Karrer story(“The Game,” December 2013), and equallythe one about Mayor Michael Ryan ofSunset City in Florida and his vision (FirstMoves Department, December, 2013). Ithas been a joy to watch Magnus rise fromchildhood to FIDE supremacist and theseeming great affinity these champs havefor one another.

I will now pursue informative sources thatknow when city mayors get together.Thanks for the incidental tip.

—Warren Pughformerly of Lynden, Washington

Counterplay / Readers Respond

College Chess; Spreadingthe Word

CORRECTIONS In the contributor biography section of the August issue, CurtisScott Shumaker’s was incorrect. It should have read:

Curtis Scott Shumaker teaches inthe English and Foreign LanguagesDepartment of California State Polytechnic University near LosAngeles. He is a lifelong chessplayer and maintains a scholarlyinterest in chess-related literature.

In the cartoon caption contest, oneof the honorable mention winnerswas misidentified. Billy Pattesonwas the submitter, passed on to usby Gary Carlson (who was listed asthe winner).

There was a typo in Figure 1 of ourJune Ken Regan cover story.22/25= .88, not .85 as listed.

Chess Life regrets the errors.Send your letters to

[email protected] or post onthe Chess Life Facebook group.

CURRENT USCF INDIVIDUAL EVENTNATIONAL CHAMPIONS 2014 U.S. Championship: Gata Kamsky

2014 U.S. Women’s Championship: Irina Krush

2014 National Open: Gata Kamsky

2014 National High School (K-12) Championship: Darwin Yang

2014 National Junior High School (K-9) Championship: Vignesh Panchanatham, AndrewLiu

2014 National Junior High School (K-8) Championship: Advait Patel

2014 National Elementary (K-6) Championship: Joseph Cheng-Yue Wan

2014 National Elementary (K-5) Championship: Aydin Turgut

2014 National Elementary (K-3) Championship: Balaji Daggupati

2014 All-Girls Championship: Ellen Xiang

2014 U.S. Junior Closed Championship:Kayden Troff

2014 U.S. Junior Open Championship: Under21—Kesav Viswanadha, Kevin Y. Cao, CurranHan; Under 15—Sam Lander Cabrera Capocyan;Under 11—Anh Nhu Nguyen; Under 8—VedantPatil

2014 U.S. Open Championship: Conrad Holt,Michael A. Mulyar, Illia I. Nyzhnyk, Giorgi Margvelashvili, Fidel Corrales Jimenez, Alexander Shabalov

2014 Arnold Denker Tournament of HighSchool Championship: Christopher Gu

2014 Dewain Barber K-8 Championship:Advait Patel

2014 National Girls Invitational Championship: Jennifer Yu, Jessica Regam,Claudia Munoz

2013 U.S. Senior Open: Alexander Ivanov,Sergey Kudrin, James Rizzitano, Nathan Resika

2013 Armed Forces Championship: GordonRandall (Air Force)

2013 U.S. Class Championship:Master—Andrey Gorovets, Ioan Cristian Chirila; X—DanielJ. Ng, Akshay Malhotra, Arthur D. Mitchell,Christopher Todd Hobart; A—Michael DavidIngram; B—Jie Liu; C—Karthikeyan L; D—CeciliaMartine Tisserand; E—Albert Sean Yau;Unrated—Antonio Jose Alvarado-Rivera III

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“King Timur” at work during a blindfold exhibition match hosted by the Las Vegas Chess Center in September2013. This was his strongest blindfold simultaneous exhibition to date, with an average player rating of over1800. Gareev scored 12 out of 16.

I played my first blindfold match in April,2012 versus four people in what seemedto me at the time as a nearly impossibletask. However, as I emerged from the open-ing I started noticing the ease of seeingthe positions evolve. Fairly soon I beat allof my 1000-level opponents.

From there, I gradually raised the chal-lenge to 33 games, accomplished in St.Louis in May, 2013. I also attempted 35in Austin, Texas and even 50 games inKansas, but unsuccessfully. I currentlydo not claim to have set any particularrecords. I do have the ambition to breakthe ultimate blindfold chess world recordsometime in the next three years.

Miguel Najdorf played 45 games blind-folded simultaneously over 65 years agoin 1947. He is still considered the currentGuinness Book of World Records record-holder. The most recent attempt camefrom Marc Lung of Germany who played46 games. Marc did not quite score asmany wins—the current Guinness systemrates the blindfold matches by the numberof wins; Najdorf had 39 victories versusLung’s 25. This is a valid criterion. Lung,among others, granted quick draws uponentering the middlegame which makesthe task much easier.

The ultimate winning attempt wouldrequire at least 80 percent wins, so 40 winsin 50 games should seal the deal. Myattempt in St. Louis resulted in 29 wins, oran 87 percent winning rate against an aver-age rating of 1360 (including four unratedplayers). I completed the match in less than11 hours. This was not a flawless attemptas I made various errors throughout thematch. Based on the format the matchwould not qualify for the Guinness record.

Even if the number of boards and respec-tive wins were higher, other importantcriteria must be satisfied. For exam ple, thelarger events I have played started in stages.The exhibition in St. Louis, for example,had the first group of about 18 playersstart and play for about an hour beforethe next eight players came in. The finalseven players entered after a couple hoursof the match starting. Thus the matchwould not qualify to be “simultaneous.”

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THE BOARDNICOLE CARTERST. LOUIS“Chess helps me when I’mtroubled.”

Nicole is a public school chessteacher. Three years ago, while earning her master’sdegree in education, Nicole met a fellow graduatestudent who played chess. “She introduced me tothe small chess scene in Albuquerque and taughtme a lot of the basics. We became fast friends. BeforeI knew it she had me playing in tournaments!” NowGM Ben Finegold is both Nicole’s boyfriend and coach.“One day I will figure out how NOT to blunder pieces!”Nicole enjoys “meeting all the GMs and IMs and en-joyed how the Club staff ran the Championship sosmoothly.”

PRESTON SMITHST. LOUISWalk-on GM-beater

Preston, who learned the game from his brother at11, studies at Forest Park Community College andworks at Pharaoh’s Bakery. He found the Club bywalking by and spotting the action. “Since I love toplay, I decided to join.” He improved rapidly. In De-cember Preston created a stir by defeating Grand-master Josh Friedel in a nine-player simultaneousexhibition at the Club. “The most impressive thingI’ve learned about the Club is its diversity of manydifferent races who share a common interest inchess. I love the friendships.”

BRIAN JERAULDBALLWIN, MISSOURIChess Journalist of theYearA “Mizzou” journalism graduate

student, Brian is the new communications specialistfor the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis,and this year’s Chess Journalist of America’s ChessJournalist of the Year. He connected with the Clubwhen he signed up as a scholastic teacher, “figuring Iwould teach one class.” But Brian loved the work andwas soon teaching at half a dozen schools. Brian thenbegan writing the weekly “On Chess” online columnfor St. Louis Public Radio. To a real chess fan, his work-place has special benefits. “My very first day of work,I saw Anatoly Karpov walk in the door.”

Write to [email protected].

By AL LAWRENCE

blindfolded for the first few moves at theKarpov Chess Academy in Kansas. Asthe temperature neared 90 degrees, mybrain was getting fried trying to recallthe first moves of each game. Sadly, theheroic effort was happening all insidemy mind, hardly impressive on the board,and invisible to the spectator.The media has done an incredible job

displaying my blindfold feats, the mostdistinctive of them all being the 10-inmateblindfold simultaneous exhibition organ-ized at Chicago’s Cook County Jail. Itwas certainly a unique experience to flyinto Chicago the morning after Halloweento suddenly face prisoners over a chess-board! As I spent a few minutes greetingthe participants and getting comfortable

in the environment, (hopefully not toocomfortable!) the intim i da tion subsided.The rest was easy as I clinched my quick-est victory over any 10-player group in ablindfold match.Throughout the past two years I must

have played more than 50 blindfold exhi-bition matches and over 3,000 blindfoldgames. Those would include matches incoffee shops, demonstrations, and onlinesimultaneous exhibitions. I have also playednumerous games blindfolded online. Manyof the practice duels were three-minuteand even “bullet” (one-minute) games. Ihave accumulated much experience andfaced numerous non-chess challengesthroughout this journey. When it comesto blindfold chess, environment is king.I am grateful to the organizers who wel-

comed me and my “blindfold show” to theirclubs. Most of the people who helped mecreate the event supported me 100 percentand never wanted a dime for themselves.I enjoy this process tremendously, espe-cially getting to see all the participants atthe end as you take off the blindfold. Mostplayers and spectators are left totally blownaway as to how I get to visualize and exe-cute with so much ease and precision.When it comes to playing blindfold

matches, my key consideration is theparticipant and spectator experiencebefore my own personal ambition. Run-ning the simultaneous exhibition in stageswas not necessarily done in order to makemy life easier. Playing 27 chess kids andyouth players in Hawaii, I had to gaugemy audience’s attention span accordingly.Yes, the initial stage is the most chal-lenging and thus makes the participantswait for my first few moves for a couple

hours at a time. That may be appropriatefor the world record attempt, but not fordemonstration/recreational exhibitionmatches. As I completed the Hawaiisimultaneous exhibition none of the play-ers had to attend for longer than aboutfive hours even though the whole matchlasted about nine hours.In my recent practice I have found four-

hour game matches ideal. The year of myrecord-setting attempt I’ll be visiting chessclubs around the country like the greatGeorge Koltanowski did in Scotland andIreland. My last attempt took place at theNational Open in Las Vegas. The tourna-ment featured many excellent smallerside events and I was happy to contributewith my facing six participants blindfolded.

I had an easy time that night of “seeing itall” and applying pressure. Eventually,as a domino effect, all of the games fin-ished at about the same time in my favor. Blindfold chess is fascinating. It is

hard to share its richness in only a fewparagraphs. Let me mention the keypoints (in no particular order) about myplan to set the world record:• The opening ceremony will feature a

documentary, that captures my hobbies,lifestyle, and blindfold journey. It includ -ed my taking part in playing chess inthe air while skydiving.• I will collaborate with a neuroscientist

interested in the experiment.• Each board will be represented by a

team of three players, with the nextplayer entering as a substitute after five-six hours of play.• I am planning to set the record within

three years.• The event will require a $100,000+

budget to organize.• I am planning to beat current record-

parameters: most wins and point per cent age, player-rating level, speed, precision.frequency, etc.• The event will take about 24 hours

to complete.• I am envisioning a “theatrical per-

formance” display (lights, sounds, ele -ments in the environment) much like aDavid Copperfield magic show.• The event will be part of a three-day

festival with opening ceremony, simul-taneous exhibition day, and side events.• The event’s focus will be on creating

a mind-blowing experience for the par-ticipants and spectators as much assetting the record.

AT THE U.S. CHAMPIONSHIP!

Throughout the past two years I must haveplayed more than 50 blindfold exhibitionmatches and over 3,000 blindfold games.

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Looks at Books / C.J.S. Purdy


The Purdy ProjectNew editions of books by perhaps the best chess teacher ever.By PETE TAMBURRO

If you don’t know who C.J.S. Purdy is,you have deprived yourself of the bestchess teacher ever to write about chessfor improving the average player. Purdywas the Sun Tzu (The Art of War) of chess.He wrote, edited and published his Aus-

tralasian Chess Review from 1929-1944.He changed the title to Check! in 1944-45 and then settled in with Chess Worldmagazine from 1946 to 1967. For years, those of us who were lucky

enough to have those volumes in ourlibraries, it was a chess feast to read hisannotations to games, his openings arti-cles, his endgame articles, his articles onhow to think over the board and hisinsights into chess. He had an incredible international rep-

utation. Not only was he the worldcorrespondence champion (1953) and aninternational master, but chess playersfrom all over the world would be in touchwith him. I once owned Fischer’s set ofChess World, and tucked inside was ashort note from Purdy to Fischer aboutFischer’s international disputes.His annual volumes now go for about

$100-$200+ a volume, depending on theyear. It was difficult for the general publicto benefit from his writing. His 1972 bookon the Fischer-Spassky match was thebest of that lot, and he became more widelyknown.After his death in 1979, John Hammond

and Robert Jamieson (H/J) came out withC.J.S. Purdy: His Life, His Games and HisWritings and it became an instant hit andquickly scarce as everyone bought it up.Imagine—here was much of his best writ-ing all in one volume! Then, in 1983, FrankHutchings and Kevin Harrison publishedHow Purdy Won, also with Purdy’s anno-tations to his phenomenal correspondencegames.That might have been it if not for a great

fan of Purdy’s. The publisher of Thinkers’Press, Bob Long, bought from Ann Purdythe international rights to all of Purdy’swritings. Thus began the Purdy Project(my nickname for it).Because much of what Purdy wrote still

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wasn’t known to the general public andwas in the old descriptive notation, Longredid the Hammond/Jamieson book andhis associate, the late Ralph Tykodi, puttogether several books of Purdy’s writings.The latest version (2006) of the H/J bookis now titled The Search for Chess Perfec-tion II, and a revised edition is due out in2015. The three volumes under review are

C.J.S Purdy’s Inside Look at Some of Chess’Greatest Games (vols. 1 and 2) and C.J.SPurdy’s Inside Look at What’s Wrong WithYour Chess. Purdy’s annotations to these greatest

games are terrific. He explains. He teaches.He writes that his methodology is simple:1. What was the losing move? 2. How wasthe position just before that? 3. What werethe games crises? 4. Did the winner missanything? 5. What of the opening?The depth of understanding he showed

in openings was superb. His analysis ofthe middlegame perceptive. Early on,Purdy won me over when he busted oneof Alekhine’s most famous combinations,and he did it before chess engines!

(see diagram top of next column)After Alekhine’s 26. ... Re3, still given

“!!” by annotators, Purdy pointed out thatReti could have played 27. Bf3 with atleast a draw. Oh, how you learn how tothink from this man!

There is a common misconception thatbecause games are old, you can’t learnfrom them. These first two volumes arean indictment of that baloney. What Purdyhas to say about the Ruy Lopez, QueensGambit Declined, Sicilian, French, NimzoIndian, Dutch and Catalan, etc., is stillof great value today.All told, there are 456 fully-annotated

games in the first two volumes. Apparently,Mr. Tykodi also had access to Purdy’s news-paper columns because the games go allthe way up to 1979, twelve years past thelast Chess World issue. That was a realtreat! I would also be remiss if I didn’t pointout the highly original games of the Aus-tralians that appear in these books. The third volume is yet more of the

instructional lessons the H/J books didn’thave. Any chess coach worth their salt

would use both these books for their stu-dents’ lessons. The self-taught among uswould do well to buy up the whole PurdyProject series. They are all a superb chesslearning experience. Available at [email protected].

Purdy’s BooksHow Fischer won: world chess champi-onship, 1972 (1972)

The Search for Chess Perfection (1997)

How Purdy Won: 1st World Champion ofCorrespondence Chess (1998)

EXTREME CHESS World Championships1935 1937 1972 (1999)

C.J.S. Purdy's Fine Art of Chess Annotationand Other Thoughts Volume 2 (2001)

Guide to Good Chess: First Steps to FinePoints (2001)

Chess Made Easy (2002)

The Search for Chess Perfection II (2006)

The Chess Gospel According to John*(2010)

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vThere were 4,074 registered voters for this year’s executive board election. A total of 650 ballots were returned, of which three were disallowed in theirentirety because they had votes for more than three candidates.

The results, tabulated by region, are the following:

MIKE GARY ALLEN REGION NIETMAN WALTERS PRIEST

I 46 46 47 II 64 63 62 III 88 83 82 IV 52 54 51 V 36 35 31 VI 53 37 38 VII 43 43 43 VIII 34 33 38 IX 13 14 13 X 46 47 48 XI 71 73 73 XII 25 26 24 OTHER 9 9 8 TOTAL 580 563 558

There were seventy-eight (78) write-in votes cast for various individuals. Ofthese, Sam Sloan received the most (five).

The election results were ratified by the delegates at the U.S. Open in Orlandoon August 3. Gary Walters, Allen Priest, and Mike Nietman are elected to theexecutive board for three-year terms.

2014 USCF Executive Board Election ResultsBy Ken Ballou, Election Committee Chair

USCF Affairs / News for our Members

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ADDENDUM TO ELECTIONREPORTAn issue was presented before the start ofthe delegates meeting to the members ofthe election committee. The chief teller forthe election reported to the committee that320 ballots were discovered at the postoffice after the count had completed. Thechief teller’s theory is that the post officebox had filled up and the postal clerk hadneglected to put a notice in the box thatthere was additional mail to be collected.These 320 ballots had been returned sometime in June, so they were all returned beforethe deadline.

As a quorum of the election committee waspresent in person, the committee met brieflyin the hallway to determine a resolution. Itwas clear that even in the extremely unlikelyevent that all 320 ballots had votes for awrite-in candidate, the maximum numberof write-in votes for any possible candidate(including the write-in votes that had beenincluded in the count of July 15) would be325. As all three of the leading candidateshad at least 558 votes, it would be impos -sible for a write-in candidate to win a seat.Additionally, all three seats were for threeyear terms. Thus, except for bragging rights,the exact order of the top three finisherswould not affect the outcome of the election.

If it were decided to count the ballots, theelection committee would have to reportprovisional results to the delegates, and thedelegates would not have been able to certifythe results of the election at the meeting.This would have led to a very difficultsituation indeed.

After deliberation, the committee passedthe following motion unanimously:

MOVED, that the additional ballots will bevalidated unopened by the office, and theadditional ballots shall not be opened orcounted. The results of the election asreported by Chief Teller Harry Sabine shallbe reported to the delegates for certification.

The effect of validating the unopened ballotsis that the voters who cast those ballots willbe included in the list of voting memberswho cast ballots in the election.

MIKE NIETMAN GARY WALTERS ALLEN PRIEST


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Chess to Enjoy / Entertainment


SUPPOSE THAT WHEN YOU START YOURnext tournament game your opponentdecides to try an innovation—in seating:You are due for White and find that

your board is the first one at the left endof a long table. In other words, the tableends to the left of your queenside.

You are sitting down in your chair—behind the white pieces, of course—whenyour opponent arrives at the board. Toyour surprise, he moves his chair frombehind his side of the table.He shifts it to his right and then forward

so that it is parallel to the end of the table.Why? Well, he explains that he is left-

handed. With his chair in this spot it iseasier for him to make his moves on theboard to his left and record them on hisscoresheet.But this means he is sitting diagonally

across from you, not opposite. And—annoyingly—much closer. This is againstthe rules, you protest.Well, not exactly.There is no rule that expressly forbids

this kind of seating. There is just a con-vention that the two players will sit onopposite sides of the board.Whether a convention must be respected

is usually left to a tournament director.That was the case in Grandmaster TonyMiles’ most remarkable round-robin.

The horizontal GM GM Viktor KorchnoiGM Tony MilesTilburg, 1985

(see diagram top of next column)Miles, then 30, claimed he was born

with a spinal irregularity, around thefourth vertebra, that periodically causedhim great pain when he sat at the board.He said he was stricken by it again at

this all-GM event and pain killers were ofno help. But lying on a table was.So the tournament organizers allowed

him to switch from sitting in a chair tolying prone on a massage table that was

WHITE TO PLAY

a few inches higher and a few inches awayfrom the playing table. His opponents became a bit unnerved

when facing a horizontal grandmaster. Inthis position Viktor Korchnoi blunderedwith 34. Bf4?? Qxf4! and resigned when hesaw 35. Rxf4 Ne3+ and … Nxd1.Korchnoi and three other invitees lodged

an official complaint, saying “the psycho-logical equilibrium of the players is outof balance” when they faced Miles. Aftermuch back and forth, Miles was allowedto keep his table. But one of four com-plainants, Roman Dzhindzichashvili, brokeanother convention: He played his gamewith Miles standing up. (They drew in 15moves. Miles went on to tie for first prize.)The world chess federation later adopted

an extensive set of “FIDE TournamentRules” and one of them might cover theMiles’ case: “The conditions for both play-ers in a game must be identical.” But ifthe players and arbiters are amenable, allsorts of non-identical, unconventionalarrangements can be made.During the 2011 Mikhail Tal Memorial

tournament in Moscow, the veteran GMMark Taimanov spoke at a symposium ofhow Tal dealt with his own ailments. “Iwas witness to such an event,” he said.“During a tournament in Kislovodsk,Misha suddenly became ill. Sharp painsbegan. They called an ambulance.”But Tal insisted he could play—in his

hotel room bathtub. “He lay in a warm bath—the only way

he was helped—as he dictated his moves,not looking at the board,” Taimanov said.“And he won that game!”He didn’t identify the game but my guess

is that it was this:

Queen’s Gambit Declined, Exchange Variation (D36)GM Mikhail TalIM Jiri FichtlKislovodsk, 1964

1. c4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. Nf3 Nbd7 5.cxd5 exd5 6. Bg5 Be7 7. e3 0-0 8. Bd3 Re8 9.Qc2 c6 10. 0-0 Nf8 11. Bxf6 Bxf6 12. b4 Bg413. Nd2 Rc8 14. Nb3 Be7!Now the thematic 15. b5? is an error

because of 15. ... cxb5! 16. Bxb5 Bb4!(17. Bxe8 Qxe8 18. Nc5 Bxc3 19. Qxc3b6 favors Black slightly). Fortunately forTal, this was one of the few lines he hadto calculate “blindfolded.”

15. a3 Bd6 16. Bf5! Bxf5 17. Qxf5 Re6 18. Nc5Rf6 19. Qc2 Rc7 20. Rad1 Re7 21. Rfe1 Rh622. h3 Qc8 23. e4! Bxc5 24. dxc5 dxe4 25.Nxe4 Qf5 26. Rd8 Rhe6 27. f3 Qf4 28. Qc4Qh4 29. Red1 Re8 30. R8d4 Qh6 31. Nd6Qe3+ 32. Kh1 Rd8 33. R4d3 Qe2 34. Qc3! Here 34. Nxb7? would have lost to 34.

... Rg6! 35. g4 Rh6 (36. Nxd8 Rxh3+ andmates). Best now is 34. ... Rd7 when Whitehas a slight edge.

34. ... Rg6? 35. R3d2 Qa6And here 35. ... Qe7 would have lost to

36. Nf5 Qg5 37. Ne7+! Qxe7 38. Rxd8.Tal finishes off by creating a winningpassed pawn.

36. a4! b6 37. b5! Qxa4 38. cxb6 cxb5 39. b7Qf4 40. Qc7, Black resigned.

It’s surprising that tournament rulescan be so specific in some matters and sovague in others. For example, there’s actu-ally a FIDE rule that governs the size ofthe playing table (at least 29 inches high)and its area (roughly 39 to 47 inches by

Of Bathtubs and Massage TablesWhat you think is a rule may only be a convention.By GM ANDY SOLTIS

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311⁄2 to 321⁄2 inches) in international events.But what about chairs? “The chairs

should be comfortable” is all that the rulessay. Aron Nimzowitsch’s refusal to use achair led to one of the most unconventionalgrandmaster games ever, and it was played100 years ago this past February. He andAlexander Alekhine had to play a two-game match to determine which of themwould be seeded into a great invitationaltournament, St. Petersburg, 1914.They hated one another. Their feud

apparently began during a previous tour-nament game in which Alekhine read a(non-chess) magazine, while his clock ran,and ignored the fuming Nimzo.Rude? Yes. But expressly against the

rules? No.In the first game of their 1914 playoff

match Alekhine again enraged Nimzow-itsch by announcing check loudly whenhe delivered the winning move. “Whatinsolence!” Nimzowitsch said afterward,according to a veteran Russian chess offi-cial, Lev Travin. “We never speak and yethe said ‘Check’ to me.”Nimzowitsch threatened to boycott the

second match game but then issued “ulti-matum conditions” under which he wouldplay. He refused to sit at the board becausehe could not “look at the antipathetic face”of Alekhine, according to another eyewit-ness, Fyodor Duz-Khotimirsky, who added,“His demands were accepted.”

So while Alekhine sat alone at the board,Nimzowitsch examined the position on apocket set and made “facetious remarks”to spectators, “Duz” wrote in his memoirs.On Nimzowitsch’s turn he would announcehis move to a second, who played it onthe board, while Alekhine seethed.Here’s how Nimzowitsch scored his first

career victory over his long-time rival.

BreakthroughAlexander AlekhineAron NimzowitschMatch, St. Petersburg, 1914

BLACK TO PLAY

Black is worse but Nimzowitsch’s games-manship began to take its toll. In hisannotations he heaped praise on his nextmove, 53. ... Rc4!, noting how it allows himto meet the threatened 54. Qg7 with 54.

... f5! 55. Qe5 Rxa4 and then 56. Qxe6Re7 57. Qf6 Qd7, which he said favoredBlack after … Ra2. White soon becamefrustrated with his inability to make hisapparent edge count:

54. Ra1 Rc6 55. Rf6 Qf8 56. Qe3 Re7 57. Qf3Qe8 58. g4 Qd7 59. Re1 Rc7 60. b3? Ka7 61.g5 Qd6 62. Qd3 Qa3 63. Qc2 Qb4 64. Rc1 Qa365. Re1 Qb4 66. Rc1 Qa3 67. Re1 Qb4 68. Rc1Qd6 69. Qd3 Qa3 70. Rb1 Qa2! 71. Rf3White’s queenside pawns are in trouble

but he would be able to fight for a drawwith a passed h-pawn after 71. ... Rxc372. Qxc3 Qxb1 73. Qc8 and Qg8xh7.

71. ... e5! 72. Re3 e4 73. Qd1 f5! 74. gxf6 e.p.Rf7 75. Ra1 Qb2 76. Rb1 Qa3 77. c4‘‘The psychic attack of Nimzowitsch

achieved its goal,” Duz-Khotimirsky wrote.Opening the center only helps Black.

77… Rxf6 78. cxd5 Rcf7 79. Re2 Qd6 80. Qc2Qxd5 81. Kf1 e3! 82. Rxe3 Qh1+ 83. Ke2Rxf2+ 84. Kd3 Qd5! 85. Qc8 Rd7, Whiteresigned.Hopeless is 86. Qc4 Qf5+ 87. Re4 Rf3+

or 86. Qc3 Qf5+ 87. Kc4 Rc7+. The match was tied but Russian chess

officials had had enough. They seededboth players into the history-making St.Petersburg, 1914. There Alekhine becameworld-famous, Nimzowitsch made a strongshowing—and, thankfully, nobody brokethe conventions of competitive chess.

2013 World TeamChampionshipAmericans brought home three boardprizes and a stunning 3-1 victory overtop-seeded Russia in the World TeamChampionship. The Hikaru Nakamura-led squad finished a creditable fourth in the field of tennational teams in the tournament,held in Antalya, Turkey last December.In each of the six diagrams from thetournament’s games you are asked tofind the fastest winning line of play.This will usually mean the forced winof a decisive amount of material, suchas a rook or minor piece. But also lookout for forced mates. For solutions,see page 71.

Problem IGM Levon AronianGM Alexander Ipatov

WHITE TO PLAY

Problem IV GM Yangyi YuGM Ian Nepomniachtchi

BLACK TO PLAY

Problem IIGM David BaramidzeGM Varuzhan Akobian

BLACK TO PLAY

Problem V GM Tigran L. PetrosianGM Erwin L’Ami

WHITE TO PLAY

Problem IIIGM Ian NepomniachtchiGM Yuriy Kryvoruchko

WHITE TO PLAY

Problem VI GM Li ChaoGM Levon Aronian

BLACK TO PLAY

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Back to Basics / Reader annotations


LET’S FOLLOW, FOR THE FIRST SIXmoves, the game Bohdan Khomtchouk(unrated)-Jack Shi (1372), played in July2009 in the Chicago Class Championships.

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Bc5 4. c3

4. ... d6ECOs don’t even mention this—clearly

bad—move. (Other possibilities include 4.... f5 and 4. ... Nf6).

5. d4 exd4 6. cxd4 Bb4+

Writes Bohdan of his next move, 7. Bd2:“The most natural move in the position,awaiting a trade of bishops and the devel-opment of the b1-knight. Yet, accordingto Shredder Classic 3, 7. Kf1 wins almostimmediately. Unbelievable. How could oneeven consider such a move? ... from apurely psychological perspective, 7. Kf1!is near to impossible!” In fact, most mas-ters will quickly see that the blackb4-bishop (and the black c6-knight, too)

is in great danger, so why let Blackexchange (in truth, save) it? I am surethat Bohdan—and now other readers —will seriously consider such moves as 7.Kf1 in similar positions!Readers send me many games/notes

for this column—thank you! While only afew of them are published, I read all ofyour letters/games and preserve some ofthem for future use. In this column, forinstance, both the game of the month(below, submitted by Chris Sherry) andBohdan’s game are from 2009! (My furthercomments are in italics).

French Defense, Exchange Variation (C01)Alexis Sanclemente (1557)Chris Sherry (1485)14th Bradley Open (4), Windsor Locks, Connecticut, 2009

1. e4 e6 2. Nf3 d5 3. exd5 exd5 4. d4

By transposition, the game turned intothe French Defense, Exchange Variation.

4. ... Nf6 5. Bd3 Bd6 6. 0-0 0-0

(see diagram top of next column)

7. Re1 A natural-looking move, controlling the

e-file. I am not as booked up in my open-ings as I should be, but this move seemsa bit passive in this position. I prefer to

play sharper and more tactically to putpressure on my opponent.

7. ... Nc6 Developing the knight and applying

slight pressure to the d-pawn. My maingoal was to bring the knight to the kingsideto assist in an attack.A side threat is 8. ... Nb4, which White

stops with his next move.

8. c3 Ne7 9. Bg5 Ng6

The pin on the knight finally came butI am sticking to my plan.

10. Ne5 Another natural-looking, attacking move

from my opponent. Although at first glance,at least to a class C player such as myself,it looks a bit menacing, it really seems towork in my favor.

10. ... h6 Forcing his bishop back to d2, face los-

It Just Ain’t NaturalUnnatural moves every master will make.By GM LEV ALBURT

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ing a pawn or exchanging knights andopening my f-file.

11. Nxg6 fxg6

Now his bishop is forced to retreat toh4 followed by more pressure from a g5advance. In that variation I grab somespace and force his bishop to move twice,but 12. Bh4 looks so unnatural that weboth overlooked it as a candidate movein the game.Even if the sacrifice (as in the game)

were impossible, 12. Be3 is strategicallyinferior to that most natural move, 12. Bh4—part of that well-known, frequent maneu-ver Bg5-h4 (even if not pushed by ... h7-h6)-g3—to neutralize Black’s strong d6-bishop.Note that, after 12. Bh4, 12. ... Bxh2+ does-n’t work: 13. Kxh2

ANALYSIS DIAGRAM

13. ... Ng4+ 14. Qxg4!, winning a piece.

12. Be3 Bxh2+!!

I immediately saw this move and becamevery excited. I walked away from the gameto calm myself down lest I do something Imight regret. I have seen sacrifices of thisnature go wrong many times before so Icame back to the board after a few paces

with a cooler head to analyze it furtherand calculate that all variations are infact good. “Sacrifices of this nature” are among the

most common in chess; some work and afew don’t, with a good number in-between.

13. Kxh2??I was hoping he would take it, but was

expecting 13. Kh1. Letting me have thepawn is not as hazardous as allowing anattack on his king. After 13. Kh1, though,would still be followed by me bringing myarmy to bear versus his kingside.Not so: 13. Kh1 Ng4 (ready for ... Qh4)

14. g3 Rxf2, with an easy win.

ANALYSIS DIAGRAM

13. ... Ng4+

14. Kg1 Or 14. Kg3 Qd6+, winning.

14. ... Qh4

15. f3 Qh2+ 16. Kf1 Qh1+ 17. Bg1


I had overlooked this move in my excite

ment. Now I had to find the continuationto my attack.This is what a good chessplayer does.

17. ... Rxf3+ 18. gxf3If 18. Qxf3, 18. ... Nh2+, forking the

royalty. This is the best line. White, dueto the bishop and rook sacrifices, gets twominor pieces and a rook for the queen.However, White is underdeveloped on hisqueenside and I have taken two pawnswith more to fall soon, so Black is stillmuch better.

18. ... Qh3+ 19. Ke2 Qg2+

20. Bf2 Qxf2 mate.

Send in your games!If you are unrated or rated 1799

or be low, then GM Lev Alburt invitesyou to send your most instructivegame with notes to:Back to Basics, c/o Chess LifePO Box 3967 Crossville, TN 38557-3967Or e-mail your material [email protected] Alburt will select the “most in -

struc tive” game and Chess Life willaward an autographed copy of Lev’snewest book, Platonov’s Chess Acad-emy (by Lev Alburt and Sam Palatnik)to the person submitting the mostin structive game and annotations.Do not send games with only a

few notes, as they are of little instruc-tive value and can’t be used.

www.ChessWithLev.com

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Cover Story / USCF 75th Anniversary

one with the Wind—a movie notorious for beinglonger than a tournament chess game—was thebig Christmas release in 1939 when the U.S.Chess Federation was born. But conceptionoccurred 75 years ago this month, when leadersof two long-standing rival national organizationssigned a merger dissolving their own groups.Despite the impermanence suggested by thefilm’s title and the era’s backdrop of poverty

and war, the offspring endured. After a tough start and theinevitable ups and downs, USCF’s overall growth and successwould, we’d bet, make its early founders as proud as, well,Scarlett O’Hara.The fact that the fledgling USCF survived was undoubtedly a

surprise to many. After all, there had been a tangle of failed U.S.chess organizations and a slew of defunct chess magazines—eachbegun with optimism but abandoned in frustration. Starting asearly as the 1850s, chess lovers made at least nine unsuccessfulattempts to form a nationwide chess organization. When the National Chess Federation and the American Chess

Federation (ACF) gave up their identities to merge to form USCFon December 27, 1939, it turned out to be the fulfillment of an80-year effort. These final two endlings of USCF’s evolutionshould be given credit. The National Chess Federation was ourfirst official representative to the World Chess Federation (FIDE)and organized early U.S. and women’s championships. TheAmerican Chess Federation, and its precursor the Western ChessFederation, had for 40 years before the merge organized theannual U.S. Open Championship, allowing us to trace its unbrokenlineage back to 1900. Some of USCF’s founders had triedrepeatedly to form an enduring permanent governing body. Forexample, Montgomery Major (see sidebar), USCF’s first businessmanager and Chess Life’s first editor—and the USCF charactermost likely to be assigned Rhett Butler’s iconic line, “Frankly, mydear, I don’t give a damn”—served as an organizing director of ACF. The great grand-daddy of efforts to form a national organization

also deserves recounting. The first American Chess Congress of1857, a result of Daniel Willard Fiske’s crusade in his ChessMonthly, is widely celebrated for being the tournament thatmade Paul Morphy U.S. champion. Famously, he refused the


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$300 first prize and instead accepted a monogrammed silverpitcher and goblets—the first significant acquisition by the U.S.Chess Hall of Fame and now at the World Chess Hall of Fame inSt. Louis. But Frank Skoff points out (Chess Life, August, 1979)that the event’s prospectus listed the tournament as the “secondfeature,” behind a session to debate the organization of a nationalbody. One sure sign of the need was their debate over someregulations we now consider basic—en passant, touch-move, the50-move rule and time controls. (Draw by three-time repetitionwouldn’t be considered until a second congress in 1871.) Despitea national financial crash, during which, Skoff writes, “banks andbusinesses folded faster than Morphy’s opponents,” the event tookplace in New York, where Colonel Charles D. Mead of New Yorkwas nominated by Paul Morphy and elected president of theAmerican Chess Association. The next year, the ACA published its first semi-annual Bulletin,

calling for services we still associate with our governing body: theformation of clubs (18 of the then 31 states were represented inthe list), chess promotion through lectures and chess columns,an official journal, chess competitions, including those bycorrespondence or telegraph, and paid memberships. Annual dueswere $1. Although plans were made for a second chess congress,the supportive Chess Monthly died in 1861 after both Fiske andMorphy severed relations with the journal. That same year theoutbreak of the U.S. Civil War put everything else in Americanlife on a dust-gathering shelf. But the dream of a central U.S. chess organization persisted.

Repeated attempts at a U.S. chess organization were made in1871, 1874, 1880, 1888, 1897, and 1921. Each failed. In 1926, theNational Chess Federation formed, affiliated with the new WorldChess Federation, and survived to join with the American ChessFederation to pass the mantle on to USCF in World War II-year 1939.The first USCF president, George Sturgis (1891-1944) should be

celebrated as a pioneer whenever we discuss our history. A Bostoninvestment broker and founder of the Massachusetts ChessAssociation, he hosted the national congress, now the U.S. Open,in his home city in 1938, while he was president of the AmericanChess Federation. He soon began negotiations with the NationalChess Federation to produce a unified organization for Americanchess players. It must have required great diplomacy and leadershipto at last forge the foundation of an enduring governing body. According to Stephen Dann, Sturgis “envisioned scholastic and

collegiate chess programs, chess education seminars and thegame becoming a household word.” Sturgis died unexpectedlyin 1944 after returning from his honeymoon. In his honor, from1945 to 1963, USCF presented the George Sturgis MemorialTrophy to winners of the U.S. Open. Today the permanent cupresides in the World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis, inscribedwith a legendary list of chess-greats, including Bobby Fischer.Although USCF under Sturgis produced detailed yearbooks,

Chess Lifewould have to wait for the tenure of its second president.USCF would go on to become a world leader in chess. Its teamswould win gold medals. It would develop an array of sanctionednational competitions, enabled by a system of determining winnersin huge tournaments. It would nurture junior and women’s chess,as well as pioneer rating formulas in sports. And it would produceperhaps the greatest world champion ever.Every period posed serious challenges. Unlike Scarlet O’Hara,

the USCF leaders who successfully navigated the dangers didn’thave the luxury of saying, “I’ll think about that tomorrow.” In thefollowing pages, let’s take a decade-by-decade glimpse at USCF’smajor developments, highlighting each era with a cover fromChess Life.

This article owes a lot to two previous chronicles of USCF history in Chess Life: FrankSkoff’s series of essays in 1979 and former USCF president John McCrary’s piece inJanuary, 2009. John S. Hilbert’s work is a valuable source for the early years of Chess Life.His article, “Conserving the Past: Chess Life as a Historical Vehicle Of Mid-TwentiethCentury American Chess” is online in the archives of chess.arch.com.

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The first, critical decade of regular U.S. ChessFederation publications was all MontgomeryMajor, a founder who resides on the chess MountRushmore of colorful characters. Writing andediting only a walk away from Ernest Hemingway'schildhood home in Oak Park, Illinois, Major begansingle-handedly producing the original Chess Lifeas a four-page, twice-monthly newspaper inSeptember of 1946. He delivered it without pauseuntil December, 1957. By that time Chess Lifehad doubled in size, and USCF membership had

tripled. USCF could not have prospered without such a compellingand reliable publication.For years Major was both editor and USCFbusiness manager. Doubling his staff, he inventedan alter ego, “William Rojam.” Unsurprisingly,both the backward-and forward-Major displayedthe same curmudgeonly wit. Photos of Majorand Rojam appear side-by-side in November of1947. Identified as a guest contributor, the freshyoung Rojam was a pristine version of the grim,stogie-smoking, middle-aged Major. It was Major’stwist on a classic: Dorian Gray as chess editor.Major later even listed his nom de guerre on themasthead as a contributing editor, among the realflesh-and-blood likes of Fred Reinfeld and Erich Marchand. Major’s Chess Life was composed to a high standard, featuringphotographs, numerous diagrams, and timely reports. It's a feat thatdemands our admiration, especially considering the tedious laborsuch production required in the pre-computer world of publications.On his watch, Chess Life as a newspaper encapsulates a wonderfulbygone era of gentile pomposity and posturing. Editorials could beintroduced with a quotation from Shakespeare or Tennyson. Dressing-downs were done in classical constructions and vocabulary-probingword choice. On receiving a letter chiding him for his invective againsta highly respected spokesman for the Association of American Masters,“Rojam” replied:“The Editor can only murmur penitently: ‘Mea maxima culpa,’ andaccept the rebuke as well merited. Born truculent, there is no hope thathe will reform, whatever solemn resolutions he may form from timeto time. Would more temperate and less truculent language penetratethe pachydermosity of such crass agitators in American chess … ?”Through his thinly veiled polemicist Rojam (in a recurring editorialcolumn acerbically labeled “Under the Chess-Nut Tree”), as well asunder his own byline “Major Issues,” Major lambasted anything oranyone he saw as an obstructionist to chess progress. His targets, onoccasion, included even the USCF president.Major and his Rojam forecast the predictable conflict between ChessLife as a USCF “house organ” and an autonomous agent of the press.It was a natural and even productive tension that resurfaced throughthe decades, notably in the memorable editorships of Frank Brady andLarry Parr. In December, 1957, Major resigned under mounting pressure.Fred Wrenn assumed the responsibilities of editor. Kenneth Harknesshad for some time taken over the role of USCF business manager. Littleis on record about Major after his fulminating farewell editorial underhis real-life byline. Over the years, his pen had pierced too manychess egos. Many thought he had put too much bully in the Chess Lifepulpit. But few were as important as Major in building a permanentU.S. Chess Federation.

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The World War IIyearsThe USCF was born into the bitterlast stages of the worst worldwidedepression in histo ry—and into aworld at war. Hitler’s troopsinvaded Poland. Our nation’s fullattention soon turned to theWorld War II effort being fought ontwo bloody fronts, Europe andthe Pacific. More than 16 millionAmericans served in the mili tary.In 1942 USCF mem ber ship wasless than 300. Would conditionslead to a reprise of the failure ofthe American Chess Associationduring the Civil War?

President George Sturgis and hiscolleagues worked hard to keepUSCF alive. Chess volun teershelped entertain the troops inUnited Service Or gan izationcanteens, clubs that sprang upfor our displaced servicemen andwomen. USCF organized the“Victory Tourna ment,” played bymail, later to be renamed theGolden Knights, and held the U.S.Championship and U.S. Women’sCham pionship regularly. TheU.S. Open continued its unbro -ken annual string.

On Sturgis’ death in 1945,Elbert Wagner, Jr. served asUSCF president until 1948.Wagner’s photo, showing hisplentiful pompadour, accom -panies his encouraging mes -sages during the first years ofChess Life. The U.S. grew fast inthe changing post-war period,but USCF lacked re sources andstill struggled to sign upmembers, and its relationshipwith top players was sometimesstrained. The U.S. team took ashellacking from the Soviets,first by radio and then in personin Moscow.

For chess to grow in popularity, organizers needed a way to run large events without a prohibitive number of rounds. Texan J.C.Thompson, encouraged by USCF-president-to-be George Koltanowski, organized the 1947 U.S. Open in Corpus Christi, Texas usingthe Swiss system, eliminating the obstacle to developing amateur events.

Sammy Reshevsky dominated the era as a player, giving others a chance to win the U.S. Championship only when he didn’t participate.Rival Reuben Fine topped a field of 27 at the very first USCF-organized U.S. Open in Dallas, where USCF held its first businessmeeting. Women’s play was dominated by Mona May Karff. Fine disappointed his fans by declining to play in the 1948 round-robinto determine the world championship after the death of Alexander Alekhine. The USSR’s Mikhail Botvinnik began a nearly 25-yearSoviet dominance, eventually to be ended by an American named Bobby born during this decade.

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Prosperity and the promiseIt must have been a relief to ourfounders that the organizationwas still around to celebrate its10th anniversary at the 1949U.S. Open in Omaha, Nebraska.Feeling se cure enough to hire afull-time business manager, in1952 USCF then selectedKenneth Harkness.

Harkness established a bookand equipment business toincrease USCF income, pro mot -ed the Swiss pairing sys -tem, encouraged local clubs toget involved with the organi-zation of national events, wrotethe first rulebook, and inventedthe median tie-breaker. Andalthough Arpad Elo nowadaysgets the credit, Harkness is reallythe unsung hero behind chessrating systems, doing wearisomeexperimental calcu la tions byhand. As an encore to hisrésumé, Harkness co-authoredone of the most popular chessbooks of all time, An Invitation toChess. Thanks to his leadership,USCF was finally financiallysound. USCF’s first real adminis-trator set a high standard.

In November of 1949, USCFpublished its first rating list.Fine and Reshevsky were one-two.

Gissela Kahn Gresser began hertwo-decade domination of theU.S. Women’s Championship.Arthur Bisguier won the U.S.Junior in 1949. In 1951, 19-year-old Larry Evans won boththe U.S. Open and the U.S.Championship. Bisguier won thechampionship in 1954.

But the Promised One beganfeeling his powers during this

decade. In May of 1956, Bobby Fischer was a student at Brooklyn’s Erasmus High School with a class-B chess rating. In July hewon the 11th U.S. Junior Championship, taking home a portable typewriter as his prize. At the age of 13 years and four months,Bobby had become the youngest U.S. chess master to date. In 1957, he won the U.S. Open in Cleveland, Ohio. Then, in 1958, hewon the U.S. Championship and went on to become the youngest-ever world championship candidate at the Portoroz Interzonal,earning the grandmaster title at 15.

By the end of the decade, USCF boasted more than 2,500 members, more than double the number enrolled before the Harknessera—and before Bobby Fischer.

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A magazine and a fractiouschampionIn January of 1961, FrankBrady took over as editor andimmediately revamped the oldnewspaper format into a realmagazine. “My best friendWhitney Harris and I worked allnight long laying out that firstissue. Both in our twen ties, wefelt a little like char -ac ters in Citizen Kane when itwas finished about 7 a.m,”Brady recalled. It was anothertransformative moment for theevolving USCF, requiring visionand hard work. “I had no reg ularstaff, but hired freelancers tohelp that first year.”

Brady’s 12-issue editorship wasswamped in the wake of anorganization-roiling debate overthe infamous 1961 Fischer-Reshevsky match, which ended ina forfeit-win for Reshevsky. Bobbyhad refused to accom modate ascheduling change organizerJacqueline Piatigorsky insistedon so that she could see herhusband, a famous cellist,perform. USCF President FredCramer disagreed with Brady’spro-Fischer coverage. “I waspolitically incorrect, I guess,”Brady said.

In 1959, Lisa Lane interruptedthe domination of the women’stitle by Gisela Kahn Gresser, thefirst woman with a masterrating. Lane became one of onlytwo chessplayers to appear onthe cover of Sports Illustrated, 11years ahead of Bobby Fischer.

Fischer went on to make clearwho the dominant player was.He won all eight U.S. Championships he played in, including his record-shattering 11-0 shutout in 1964. Internationally, Bobbyperformed better than any American since Morphy, dominating the Stockholm Interzonal in 1962. But in the Curaçao playoff, hefailed to win the right to challenge for the world championship charging, in a Sports Illustrated article, “The Russians have fixedworld chess.” He avoided international play until the Sousse Interzonal in 1967. There, leading near the halfway point, he againbecame involved in a dispute with tournament organizers and withdrew—this time from all official chess.

In 1966 two future hall-of-famers joined USCF leadership. Burt Hochberg started his eventful reign as Chess Life editor. Ed Edmondsonbecame USCF’s first executive director, beginning a momentous term of USCF leadership. By the end of the decade, USCF hadnew leadership in place, a slick magazine, and climbing membership that topped 11,000.

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Big bet on BobbyTo kick off the new decade,Chess Life used algebraic no -tation for the first time—in“Benko’s Bafflers.” Of coursethere were angry objections,as there were when in 1944Chess Review shortened theknight’s abbreviation from “Kt”to “N.” Bobby Fischer’s My 60Memorable Games stuck withEnglish descriptive and gar -nered immediate renown forits ruthless objectivity.

In the 1969 coup, Edmondson’sUSCF acquired Chess Reviewand its popular correspondencechess leagues. USCF’s ever-thickening publication becameChess Life and Review.

Fischer topped FIDE’s firstofficial rating list in 1971,making him the world’s only2700-player and putting himahead of World ChampionBoris Spassky by 70 points.

In a sudden and exciting re -turn to chess, Fischer agreedto play in the “USSR versusthe Rest of the World” match inBelgrade, Yugoslavia, whereBobby beat former WorldCham pion Tigran Petrosian 3-1. Afterwards, Fischer merci -less ly whipped the world’scrème de la crème at the five-minute championship.

Despite Fischer’s not qualifying(he boycotted the 1969 U.S.Championship and Zonal),Edmondson and USCF Presi -dent Leroy Dubeck pulledpolitical levers behind thescenes to get Bobby into thePalma de Mallorca Interzonal,

where he reasserted his domi nance. Then Bobby amazed even his most enthusiastic fans by blanking fellow world-championshipcandidates Mark Taimanov and Bent Larsen, each 6-0. When Fischer beat Petrosian in the first game of their finals match, Bobbyhad won 20 consecutive games against the best in the world.

After nail-biting weeks of disputes, Fischer was finally convinced to show up and win his world championship match against BorisSpassky in Reykjavik, Iceland. The “Match of the Century” captured the attention of the entire Cold War world. Fischer returnedhome to parades and TV appearances. He was a national hero and one of the best-known people in the world.

The Fischer boom was on. Membership climbed from just over 13,000 in 1969 to nearly 60,000 by 1974. But the Fischer bustrapidly followed. Bobby never again played an official game of chess, forfeiting his title in 1975 to Russian Anatoly Karpov. Fischerseemed to disappear, disavowing even Edmondson, who had put USCF’s complete resources behind Bobby. Nearly 12,000members failed to renew. Martin Morrison took over as executive director in 1977. Despite the stupendous successes of the decade,its close saw USCF’s very existence threatened once again.

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Turn-around trioComputers got good. In 1983Ken Thompson’s “Belle” be camethe first nonhuman chessmaster. By 1988 a Fidelity off-the-shelf model scored a rating of2325. USCF wrestled withcertifying advertised ratings andallowing computers to play intournaments. Commercial com-puters enhanced income fromUSCF’s growing catalog services.

In the heady championshipyears, Edmondson had spentthe cash-flow created by theBobby boom in hopes of an ever-increasing membership, andUSCF had paid too little atten-tion to day-to-day serv ices.Resentment by stalwart mem-bers, together with the desertionof thousands of Fischer-drivenrecruits, burst the bubble.

Gary Sperling, incoming presi -dent in 1978, still recoils at thememories. “Auditors warned thatpast financial statements weremisleading. USCF’s dele gates hadvoted ‘no confidence’ in theoffice’s services. The entire seniorstaff resigned abruptly.” EvenBurt Hochberg ended his 12-yeareditorship, in another disputeinvolving Chess Life autonomy.“And the IRS claimed unpaid taxliability of $100,000.”

But a turnaround trio of pres -idents—Sperling, Tim Redman,and E. Steven Doyle—wouldrebuild USCF to greater-than-ever success. Fischer could nolonger be the savior-in-waiting.“We were forced into a new andbetter paradigm, one built onthe activity and success ofmany.”

Gerry Dullea became executive director in 1978. By the time I came to USCF in 1981, Gary and Gerry, working hard and smartwith Treasurer George Cunningham, had stabilized the business. But big debts remained. Redman pushed to improve our catalogservice for members. That became one of my main jobs. By 1983, this new income stream alone topped a million dollars. In 1984,Doyle became the driving force that capped the decade’s recovery. We soon had paid off the mortgage and set aside $1,000,000to recognize our obligation to life members. We also started the U.S. Hall of Fame and Museum, acquired the rights to the nationalscholastics, started a magazine for juniors, and finally began an employee pension plan.

Walter Browne won his sixth U.S. Championship in 1983. Lev Alburt won back-to-back in 1984 and 1985. Yasser Seirawan wonthree times during the decade. Larry Christiansen won two. Nick de Firmian won the Championship and the U.S. Open. Joel Benjaminwon a Championship and nearly everything junior or scholastic, and Larry Evans managed a last-hurrah tie in 1980. All were laterinducted into the U.S. Hall of Fame.

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At the peakFrom 1992-1996, five annualU.S. Chessathons pitted thebest players in the world a gainst school kids in a giantexhibition that made nationaland international news. The1994 U.S. Chessathon alonecaptured 450,000 onsite spec -ta tors, since it was held in themain room of Grand CentralStation. In 1996, the the eventmoved atop the aircraft carrierIntrepid in New York City’sHarbor.

USCF celebrated its 50th yearunder President Harold Win-ston, a guiding partner to yourreporter when I took over asexecutive director in 1988.Scho lastic chess boomed. Cor -porate sponsorship climbed.Book and equipment incomerocketed.

Chess Life found another long-term editor in Glenn Petersen.A great staff in New Windsormade improvements to mem -ber ship services and workedhard at building an affinity withmembers. This time USCF hadpolicies in place to proper ly setaside funds. Continually on afinancial tightrope in the past,USCF now had two milliondollars in reserves.

In 1990 former World JuniorChampion GM Max Dlugy be -came USCF’s first grandmasterpresident and brought WorldChampion Garry Kasparov intoimportant USCF projects. Notsince Wilhelm Steinitz/Johan-nes Zuckertort, in 1886, had theU.S. held a world championship

match. But now USCF acted as host and concessionaire for two media-captivating champion ships in a row: the first half of GM GarryKasparov-GM Anatoly Karpov in 1990 in midtown Manhattan and the complete GM Garry Kasparov-GM Viswanathan Anand matchin 1995, at the peak of New York City, the top of the ill-fated World Trade Center.

GMs Seirawan, Boris Gulko, Christiansen, Benjamin, John Fedorowicz, de Firmian, and Captain IM John Donaldson brought homethe silver medal from the Novi Sad Olympiad in 1990. In 1991 Gata Kamsky, 17, became the youngest U.S. champion since Fischer.In 1993, GMs Kamsky, Alex Yermolinsky, Gulko, Gregory Kaidanov, Benjamin and Christiansen won the gold medal at the WorldTeam in Lucerne.

All this teamwork outside and inside the office over two decades brought USCF dividends. In 10 years, membership went up by34,000 members to more than 85,000, smashing the Bobby Fischer record of 59,000. I had worked for USCF for 15 years. Decision-making leads to conflict. When Don Schultz became president in 1996, I left, but not before USCF approved the first scholastic“SuperNational,” a mega-event that now regularly draws at least 5,000 K-12 players to Nashville, Tennessee.

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Two comebacksReturning and new championsbreathed new enthusiasm intoU.S. Chess. Gata Kamsky putAmerica in the headlines bymaking a dramatic comebackafter taking a break from com -pe tition to earn his law degree.In 2007, he won the WorldCup, losing a tense match forthe right to challenge the worldchampion.

The U.S. Championship pickedup a new sponsor in 1999, theAmerican Chess Foundation(now AF4C), and AlexanderShabalov won the event threetimes. Hikaru Nakamura wonhis first to begin his climb tothe world’s top tier. It was anexciting decade for U.S. Olym -pi ad teams as well. The U.S.women brought home thesilver medal in 2004. In 2006,with Kamsky on board one,the men captured the bronze.In 2008 both U.S. teams wonthe bronze.

The start of the new decadehad again seen USCF in redink, challenged by changingmembership demographicsand a new Internet world, as well as revolving doors inboth the executive director’soffice and Chess Life. JohnMcCrary, elected president in2001, remembered “inheritingsnow balled financial prob-lems.” USCF called on oldheads to help. Dullea becamethe first in USCF history toserve a second stint as execu-tive director to aid therecovery. Redman set a simi-lar record when he was againelected president. GlennPetersen raised the bar by serving a third shift as editor.

In 2003, Beatriz Marinello became the first woman elected USCF president. Since financial reserves had been depleted in 1999 torescue operations, Marinello’s team had to regroup. She called on Bill Goichberg to handle day-to-day business, and he becamepresident in 2005. When USCF made its move to Crossville, Tennessee, a new professional team, who would go on to longtimeservice, moved with it. Bill Hall took over as executive director in 2005. Chess Life got a dramatic new look in 2006, highlightingU.S. Champion Alex Onischuk, when current editor Daniel Lucas settled in.

Our first online editor, former two-time U.S. Women’s Champion Jennifer Shahade, revitalized the website, providing timely reportsfrom all quarters. In another important improvement, USCF headquarters began providing near-immediate rating adjustments.But the dark cloud gathering was the lawsuit filed against USCF by one of its own, executive member and former Women’s WorldChampion Susan Polgar.

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Thanks, Rex!President Jim Berry's teamended the sapping internecinelawsuit. “We also cemented ourrelationship with the Chess Cluband Scholastic Center of SaintLouis,” Berry said, adding,“Thanks, Rex!” The club,through philanthropist RexSinquefield, has sponsored theU.S. Chess Championship,Women’s Championship andU.S. Junior Invitational eversince.

“Lately there’s been a resur -gence of chess in the UnitedStates, and hosting an annualevent of this magnitude contin -ues to introduce the game to awider audience,” Sinquefieldsaid.

That same year, Sinquefieldrescued the World Chess Hallof Fame. As the former execu tivedirector of the stunning versionSidney Samole had sponsored inMiami, I contact ed Rex when I’dheard that the Hall hadshuttered, stranding its manyirreplaceable artifacts in asweltering storage locker.Sinquefield outfitted a buildingacross the street from hisopulent Chess Club and Scho -lastic Center of Saint Louis toreopen the Hall.

Despite Berry’s fiscal turn-around, current President RuthHaring’s board struggled with“huge debts left over from thelawsuit,” Haring said. “We hadto have a single-minded focuson paying off debt. Now we’remuch better off financially.”

In her second term, member -ship climbed back over the 80,000-mark. This year Haring changed USCF’s IRS status to allow tax-deductible donations. She applaudsa “culture change” in leadership. “We’ve stayed out of controversial lawsuits and achieved a more favorable identity.” JeanHoffman, USCF’s new executive director, with experience in nonprofit management, is part of the change. Haring looks toscholastics and the increasing popularity of chess among women as future game-changers.

Kamsky won the U.S. Championship four times in the half-decade. Hikaru Nakamura won it twice and achieved the highest USCFrating by an American player ever and reaching third in the world. Irina Krush, with testing rivalry from Anna Zatonskih, dominatedthe U.S. Women’s Championship and last year became the first U.S. woman to win the grandmaster title.

USCF has reached the age of 75, a monument to its persistent founders and a tribute to its resiliency. It is one of the oldest sportsorganizations in the world and the most active and successful chess federation. As Chess Life, in both paper and digital form, chronicleshistory as it is made in the new Magnus Carlsen era, U.S. Chess looks forward to a bright future, building on all the work of allthose who came before.

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National Events / National Open

With a draw in the last round againstCuban GM Lazaro Bruzon Batista, GataKamsky reached the magic score of 5/6 tobecome the sole winner of the 2014National Open, held from June 13th-15thin Las Vegas, Nevada. When Gata finishedhis game on Sunday evening, however, hedidn't expect to be the outright winner ofthe tourna ment as 5/6 is usually onlysufficient for a share of first place. To hispleasant surprise, there were no decisiveresults in the pack that had started theround a half point below him, and he tookhome the entire first prize of $6,500. This year's National Open featured 16

grandmasters, a typical number, but, un -like previous editions, no high-rated guestsfrom Europe. In this field, Gata certainlylooked like a strong candidate for firstplace, but with such a brief event (sixrounds) there’s a real possibility of nothaving enough time to separate yourselffrom the competition. Gata won a critical game in round five

with the black pieces against GM AlejandroRamirez, which catapulted him into thelead going into the final game. Gata judgedthis as his best effort.

Grünfeld Defense (D94)GM Alejandro Ramirez (2668)GM Gata Kamsky (2791)National Open (5), Las Vegas, Nevada, 06.15.2014

Alejandro proved to be a tough nut tocrack on the way to Gata’s 2013 U.S.Championship title (Gata overcame him inthe Armageddon game). In 2014, Alejandrohad Gata on the ropes in their encounterin St. Louis but Gata found a nice trickand the game ended in a draw.

1. Nf3 Nf6 2. c4 c6 3. d4 d5 4. Nc3 a6 5. e3 g66. Bd3 Bg7 7. 0-0 0-0 8. Qb3 dxc4 9. Bxc4 b510. Be2 Bf5 11. Ng5! A powerful move, preparing e3-e4.

11. ... h6 12. e4 hxg5 13. exf5 gxf5 14. Bxg5Qxd4 15. Rad1 Qc5 16. Rc1 Qa7 17. Qb4

When I was following this game live, Ireally liked White’s position here. Whitehas so much compensation for thesacrificed pawn: the bishop pair, Black’sweakened king, the offside queen on a7.Gata managed to win this quickly.

17. ... e6 18. Qh4 Nbd7 19. Bh6? Gata indicated that this attempt to trade

bishops was a mistake. Indeed, because ittakes pressure off the knight on f6, Blacknow has an effective knight maneuver to g6.White should have put a rook on d1 instead.

19. ... Ne5 20. Bxg7 Kxg7 21. Qg5+ Ng6 Suddenly Black is just better. The bishop

pair is gone and the black king is secure.

22. h4 Nh7 The computer reveals a fantastic idea:

22. ... Rh8! 23. h5

23. ... Rh6! 24. hxg6 Rah8 25. gxf7+ Kxf726. g3 Rh1+ 27. Kg2 R8h2+ 28. Kf3 Rxf129. Rxf1 Ng4! and mate on f2 is coming.

23. Qg3 f4 24. Qf3 Nxh4 25. Qxf4 Ng6 26.Qd6 Nf6 27. Qxc6 Rh8


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Gata begins a straightforward attackon the h-file.

28. Qf3 Rh6 29. Ne4 Nxe4 30. Qxe4 Rah8 31.g3 f5! 32. Qc6 Ne5 33. Qg2 Kf6!, Whiteresigned.

A quiet move to finish the game—...Qh7 is unstoppable.

I was asked to write this tournamentreport from the angle of how I prepare fora big event like the National Open. Thiscould be a really short report, as I didn’tmake any specific preparations for theNational Open at all. I came to Las Vegas

from a rapid event in San Francisco (whichI did prepare for), where I had tied forfirst with GM Mikhail Gurevich, but camedown with such a fever on the day of theplayoff that I stayed in bed and forfeitedmy chance to fight for the winner’s trophy. By the time the National Open began, I

was nearly recovered, but decided it wasn’ta good idea to face another event so shortlyafter my illness with my next tourna mentin Edmonton on the following week. So Ifocused on my duties as host for theInternational Youth Championship andtried to take part in as many of the (lessstressful) side offerings that I could, suchas the Game/10 championship on Thurs -day and the Spirits of Chess invitationalblitz on Saturday night.Thus, this report will be about what it’s

possible to do at a chess tournamentwithout playing the actual tournament. Asfor preparation for a big event, for startersI’d recommend not getting sick beforehand,nor squishing it in between two otherimportant events!One of the things that I normally

wouldn’t find the time for if I was on aplaying schedule would be attending a

lecture. But since I didn’t have a game torest for, on Friday afternoon I attendedGata’s lecture on the theme of his favoriteendgames from his own games. He showedtwo very cool examples:

Kamsky endgame lecturesGM Sergey Karjakin (FIDE 2772, RUS)GM Gata Kamsky (FIDE 2714, USA)21st Russian Championship (male teams) (6),Loo, Russia, 04.12.2014

This moment was a highlight of theendgame. Gata needs to pass the move to

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The U.S. Champion conducted a lecture titled “My Favorite Endgames” for National Open attendees. Kamsky was just one of many lecturers in Las Vegas. IM AnthonySaidy (My Battles with Bobby Fischer), GM Walter Browne (Understanding the Browne Ending), GM Ron Henley (analyzed tournament games after each round), and GMJesse Kraai (read from his book Lisa: A Chess Novel) all entertained the players at the Las Vegas International Chess Festival. Photo courtesy of National Open

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White. So he undertakes the famous kingtriangulation idea, that we typically seeonly in king plus pawn endgames, butthat works in a knight endgame as well!

44. ... Kf8! 45. Nc5 Kf7! 46. Nb7 Ke7! Now White is forced to move the knight,

and Black can stop it from going back tob7 and harassing the a5-pawn.

47. Nc5 Nd8 48. g4 fxg4 49. Kxg4 Nf7 50. Kf4g5+ 51. hxg5 hxg5+ 52. Ke4 Nd8 53. Kd3 Nc654. Kc4 Nxe5+ 55. Kb5 As Gata explained, this endgame is still

tricky because White gets counterplaywith their a-pawn, and knights are notori -ously bad at dealing with flank pawns.

55. ... Kf6 56. Ne4+ Kf5 57. Ng3+ Kf4 58. Nf1g4 59. Kxa5

59. ... Nf3 The only way to win the game was 59.

... Nd7! freeing up the e-pawn to advance.60. Kb5 e5 61. Kc6 Nb8+ 62. Kb7 e4 63.Kxb8 e3 64. Nxe3 Kxe3 65. a5 g3 66. a6g2 67. a7 g1=Q 68. a8=Q Qg8+ 69. Kb7Qxa8+ 70. Kxa8 Kd3 now Black wins thepawn endgame—this was the key line thatGata showed.

60. Kxb4 Nd2 61. a5 Nxf1 62. a6 Ne3 62. ... g3 63. a7 g2 64. a8=Q g1=Q 65.

Qf8+ and the king cannot escape checkswithout losing the e6-pawn along the way.

63. a7 Nd5+ 64. Kc5 Nc7 65. Kc6 Na8 66. Kb7g3 67. Kxa8 g2 68. Kb7 g1=Q 69. a8=Q Qg2+70. Kb8 Qxa8+ 71. Kxa8 Ke5 72. b4 Kd5 73.Kb7 e5

It is also a draw after 73. ... Kc4 74. Kc6Kxb4 75. Kd6.

74. b5 e4 75. b6 e3 76. Ka8 e2 77. b7 e1=Q78. b8=Q, Draw agreed.

A very instructive knight endgame.

Three pawns running interferenceGM Baadur Jobava (FIDE 2730, GEO)GM Gata Kamsky (FIDE 2744, USA)ACP Golden Classic (7), Amsterdam, Netherlands,07.22.2012


Black has just played 24. ... c7–c5,defending the knight. An amazing positionhas oc curred, with the three black pawnsin front of the king on his fourth rank! YetBlack’s king is still safe behind the pieceand pawn shield on the fourth and fifthranks.

25. Rd1 Qe5 26. Re1 Qf6 27. Rb3 Kb6 28. Bd1Rd6 29. Bc2 h6 30. Re8 Re6 31. Rf3 Rxe8 32.Rxf6+ gxf6

The game gets even more dramatic asBlack sacrifices his queen, leading to amaterial balance of rook, knight, and twopawns for queen. Black is better.

33. Bg6 Rd8 34. Qxh6 Ne5 35. Bf5 d4 36.Qxf6+ Nec6 37. h4 c4 38. h5 d3 39. h6 d2 40.Bg4 d1=Q+ 41. Bxd1 Rxd1+ 42. Kh2 Rd7 43.g4 Nd3 44. g5 Ne5 45. Qf4 b4 46. Qe3+ Kb747. Qc5 c3 48. f4 Rd2+ 49. Kg3 c2 50. h7Rd3+ 51. Kg2 Rc3 52. Qb5+ Kc7 53. Qf1 c1=Q54. Qxc1 Rxc1 55. h8=Q b3 56. Qh7+ Nd7 57.g6 b2 58. g7 Ne7, White resigned.

From the diagrams you can see thatthese were special games, and they aredefinitely worth studying in more detail. Ireally enjoyed Gata’s lecture and foundthat for such a high-level player, he issurprisingly attuned to the need to statethe basic positional concepts behind themoves he’s showing on the board. If therewere any long or complicated variations inhis lecture, it was only at absolutely keymoments; otherwise he tried to communi -cate his view of the aesthetic aspect ofthe game and the logical flow of play.Organizer Al Losoff made a great move inarranging a lecture by the U.S. champion! On Saturday night there was the Spirits

of Chess, a blitz tournament with eight

invited grandmasters (with three cash prizesdonated by the Las Vegas Distillery andcomplimentary booze for all the participants;GM Timur Gareev amused the on look erswhen he said, “Why do we need moneywhen we are playing for vodka!?”). This wasalso the kind of thing I wouldn’t affordmyself during a two-game-a-day tourna -ment, where food and sleep take priority overeverything, but after having finished asimultaneous exhibition against the youthtourna ment participants, I headed to theblitz, which started around 10:30 p.m. Gatanoted that there would be a historic match-up between the U.S. and U.S. women’schampion! Indeed, my game with Gata wasthe highlight of the tourna ment for me. Ibuilt up an attacking position that eventuallytranslated into a material edge, but with theseconds ticking down in the time control(three minute with two second increment permove) I made some poor moves and Gatacould have taken the point. The game settledinto a perpetual. It was the longest game ofthe round and it was very exciting!

Slav Defense (D10)GM Irina Krush (2541 Blitz)GM Gata Kamsky (2739 Blitz)Spirits of Chess blitz (6), Las Vegas, Nevada,06.14.2014

1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. cxd5 cxd5 Don’t worry, I’m not playing the Ex -

change Slav for a draw ...

4. Bf4 e6 5. Nc3 Bd6 6. Bxd6 Qxd6 7. e3 Nf6 8.f4! This is a dangerous attacking set up

for White.

8. ... 0-0 9. Bd3 Bd7 10. Nf3 Nc6 11. Ne5 Rfc812. 0-0 Be8

Of course, you don’t need to be a geniusto play this position as White. The followingmoves are pretty standard.

13. g4 Nd7 14. g5 Nf8 This is rather passive looking, but Black

is effectively defending the h7-square.

15. Rf3 Ne7 16. Rh3 Nf5 17. Qf3 Rd8 To make sure the d5-pawn is protected

after Bxf5.



18. Ne2 Qb4 19. Ng3 Qxb2 20. Rb1 Qxa2 21.Nxf5 exf5 22. Bxf5 Rac8!? 23. Rf1 Of course not 23. Bxc8 Qxb1+.

23. ... Qb2 24. Bxc8

Also possible was 24. Bxh7+!? Nxh7 25.Qh5.

24. ... Rxc8 25. Qxd5 Rc2, Draw agreed later.

I have kindly deleted the remainingmoves since they do feature some reallyawful moves from me.

Timur and Gata tied for first, and blitzspecialist GM Max Dlugy (and former USCFpresident—see his “My Best Move” in theJuly 2014 Chess Life) came in third. I washappy with my fourth-place finish, as I’mdefinitely no blitz specialist and started

with an uncertain 1/3. It looked like theplayers provided a good show for the peoplewho stayed up late enough to watch.

Let’s discuss the runners up at theNational Open. Seven people were half apoint behind Gata and could have caughthim with a last-round win. One of themwas my coach Giorgi Kacheishvili, anothermy friend Alex Lenderman. Giorgi almost didn’t play in the National

Open. He had come to assist me in SanFrancisco, and that illness I had ... well, hecame down with something similar a fewdays after me. Because of that, he played inthe two-day schedule rather than the three-day in order to give himself an extra day torecover. The two-day was a brutal section,with a small number of strong players facingeach other in three Game/45’s beforemerging into the three-day. There was evena grandmaster pairing in round one, be -tween Maurice Ashley and AlejandroRamirez. Giorgi got to 21⁄2/3 facing oneinternational master and two grandmasters,then took a bye for round four.In round five he won a great positional

game against IM John Bryant. He waspaired with Cuban GM Yuniesky QuesadaPerez in the last round, but mixed up movesin the middlegame and wound up with apretty prospect-less (although the computersays equal) position when Quesada offered

a draw. It was disappointing not to havebeen able to create more of a fight in thiscritical money round, but his effort inplaying a grueling schedule while feeling illand still playing well enough to be incontention for first place looked prettyvaliant to me, especially when a veryreasonable looking alternative had been tospend a few days in bed drinking tea anddowning Cold-Fx.On paper, Alex had the easiest pairing

of all the four-pointers needing to leap tofive; he was facing FM Joel Banawa,outrating him by more than 200 FIDEpoints. And he was white. It’s about aspromising a final-round scenario as canbe. But things are rarely as easy as theyappear on paper. Banawa had just de -feated GM Ioan Cristian Chirila on hisway to four points, and he wasn’t cedingany ground to Alex either. In fact, Joelwas better at various points in their game.But Alex managed to trick him and won apawn, resulting in the following position:

Alex’s tricksGM Aleksandr Lenderman (2699)FM Joel Banawa (2438)National Open (6), Las Vegas, Nevada, 06.15.2014

(see diagram top of next page)

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What move/plan offers the best practicalchances for White?

49. Kg2 Kg7

White made a standard move, improvingthe king with 49. Kg2. Upon deeper reflec -tion, it would have become clear thatWhite’s main winning attempt—bringingthe king to support the advance of the a-pawn—would run into the problem of ...Kh5-h4-h3, xh2 and the loss of the entirekingside. So then the move 49. h4! mighthave revealed itself with the point 49. ...Kg7 50. h5! and White trades off thisweakness or in the event of 50. ... gxh5 51.Rxf5, gets into a pawn structure withbetter winning chances.

50. Kg3 Kh6 51. Kf4 Kh5

(see diagram top of next column)A key position. White can make the

principled 52. Ke5 (52. Ke5 Kh4 53. Kd6Kh3 54. Kc7 Kxh2 55. Kb7 Rh8 56. a6 Kg257. a7 Kxf2) ...

(see second diagram top of next column)

or ... not make any progress in any otherway.

52. Kg3 Black has enough play on the kingside

to not fear losing.

52. ... Ra7 53. Rd4 Rxa5 54. Rh4+ Kg5 55.Rxh7, Draw agreed later. There is not much to look at after this.

More moves were made but ultimatelyAlex had to accept the inevitable, complet -ing a disappointing evening for my team.The last time the three of us were in Vegas,in December for the North American Open,we decided that if one of us won thetournament, we’d go on the roller coasterride at the New York-New York hotel. Giorgiand Alex tied for first, and it was amemorable ride. This time, the thrills came from a visit

to the bookshop to redeem the traditional$50 gift certificates that are awarded to anyplayer in the National Open with a plusscore. The only problem was, since I hadn’t

played the tournament, I didn’t qualifyfor any gift certificate. Fortunately, severalgenerous souls were willing to make acertificate donation, and I wound up witha number of new chess books. Who werethese generous souls? Well, two of themhave names that begin with the letter Gand ... both have been mentioned in thisarticle! And we also have an anonymousdonor, who came up to me as I was brows -ing in the bookstore and simply offered mehis remaining $25. With these certificatesin hand, I felt like a kid in a candy store. From the other pairs, GM Timur Gareev

couldn’t break through GM Giorgi Margve-lashvili’s defenses despite having thebishop pair, and FM Julian Lawson drewGM Alejandro Ramirez pretty quickly to getto 41⁄2/6 and secure himself a likely shareof the U2500 prize (which he did wind upsharing with Joel Banawa). Hosting the Youth Championship (for

kids 14 and under), which included per -form ing a simultaneous exhibition onSaturday evening, doing an autographsession and awarding trophies at theclosing was a pleasant experience for me;I enjoyed the interaction with the kids andtheir parents. I noticed that there is a greatfirst prize for every section, a computerwith chess software and videos. Fewchildren’s tournaments have such tangiblerewards, but the nice thing about thisparticular prize is that if used it’ll actuallyhelp the child make more progress inchess. 208 kids compet ed; Jean Azcunaga,Teddie Wen, Benjamin Friedlander, andMaxwell Li all took home computers loadedwith chess software and videos in additionto trophies for winning their respectivesections. Congrats to Gata on a well-deserved

victory, and to a fantastic team of organ -izers (Al and Janelle Losoff, Chief TD BillSnead) for running an event that hassomething for everybody! The organiza-tional challenge of putting on such amultifaceted event is well hidden at theLas Vegas Chess Festival—it feels like oneof the smoothest tournaments you canattend.

At A Glance National Open Championship Date: June 13-15, 2014 | Location: Riviera Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada | 609 players | Top Finishers: Open, 1st, 5: Gata Kamsky; 2nd-14th, 41⁄2: LazaroBruzon Batista, Timur Gareev, Yun Quesada Perez, Aleksandr Lenderman, Giorgi Kacheishvili, Melikset Khachiyan, Giorgi Margvelashvili, Benjamin P. Finegold,Carlos Matamoros, Dmitry Gurevich, Enrico Sevillano, Joel Banawa, Julian W. Landaw; U2200, 1st-5th, 5: Austin Hughes, Talaibek D. Osmonbekov, KarlTolentino, Anthony Quan Nguyen, Leo C. Creger V; U2000, 1st-2nd, 51⁄2: Lamont Holloway, Nicolas Godfrey Johnston; 3rd-6th, 5: Clemen Deng, Eric Hon, GabrielSam, Harry Hu Wrasejr; U1800, 1st-2nd, 51⁄2: Alex Hall, Dan Huu Nguyen; 3rd-6th, 5: Brock Romero, Reneray Valdez, Martin Stukan, Rishith Susarla; U1600, 1st,6: Maclain Bonfield; 2nd-7th, 5: Eeswar Sree Kartikey Kurli, James McCarter Taylor, Joseph M. Hubler, Felix Yen, Jarod D. Heap, Michael Brian Orr; U1400, 1st,6: Jonathan Luong; 2nd, 51⁄2: Wesly Grant Harston; 3rd, 5: Alex Silverstre; U1200, 1st-4th, 5: Patrick Daniel, Oscar Petrov, James Ray Vick, Enoch Martinez; 5th-6th, 41⁄2: Jorge Orlando Trevino, Noemi Trevino; UNR., 1st, 6: John D. Nazario; 2nd, 5: Zhiji Li; 3rd, 4: Lukas Johnson. | Chief Tournament Director: Bill J. Snead.


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The Openings at Norway ChessNorway Chess reflects a recent trend that may become Carlsen’s legacy:Players with the white pieces are moving away from lines which can beanalyzed too easily by a computer and simply trying to reach a playableposition from which they can outplay their opponent.By GM IAN ROGERS

The ‘No Logo’ Norway Chess tournamentin Stavanger—so named because thesponsor was a betting company whosename could not be mentioned underNorwegian law—was rated by some pun -dits as the strongest 10-player tourna mentof all time.Norway Chess was an incredibly hard-

fought tournament; after seven roundsthe entire field was separated by only apoint before Sergey Karjakin broke awayto win ahead of World Champion MagnusCarlsen.Such an event always creates new

opening theory, yet in 2014 the traditionaltheoretical battleground of the SicilianDefense—and indeed 1. e4 generally—wasa rare guest. Certainly the players had new ideas

prepared, but frequently in quieter open -ings. Norway Chess reflected a recenttrend, pioneered by Carlsen; players withthe white pieces are moving away fromlines which can be analyzed too easily bya computer and simply trying to reach aplayable position from which they canoutplay their opponent.One of the most suitable openings for

this strategy is the amorphic EnglishOpening, so it was no great surprise thatmost of the opening developments came inclosed lines. So pervasive was this trendthat the penultimate round of NorwayChess featured four of the five gamesbeginning with 1. c4, with the odd oneout starting with 1. Nf3 (and 2. c4 ofcourse).

THE ARONIAN GAMBIT

English OpeningIt’s not easy to invent a new gambit

nowadays, but world number two GM

Levon Aronian did just that against GMFabiano Caruana, though the Italianapplied the wise principle that the best wayto survive a gambit is to decline it.

Symmetrical English (A34)GM Levon Aronian (FIDE 2815, ARM)GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2791, ITA)Norway Chess 2014 (10), Stavanger, Norway,06.12.2014

1. Nf3 c5 2. c4 Nc6 3. Nc3 e5!?Aiming to play a Botvinnik System (...

g6, ... Bg7, ... Nge7) should White playquietly with 4. g3. This is of courseplayable for White, but Aronian choosesthe central break which is the most serioustest for 3. ... e5.

4. e3 Nf6 5. d4 e4 6. d5 exf3 7. dxc6 bxc6

8. e4!An astonishing new move, in a position

where recapture on f3 has been automatic.

8. ... Qc7Caruana decides on discretion. After 8.

... fxg2 9. Bxg2 Qc7 (9. ... d6 10. e5!) 10.f4 d6 11. 0-0 White has attacking chancesand Black lacks a progressive plan.

9. gxf3 g6 10. Be3 d6 11. Qd2 Be6 12. 0-0-0Nd7

13. f4... and White has a promising position,

though Aronian later spoilt winningchances and was forced to concede a draw.

OPENING EPIC FAIL

English Opening, Flohr-Mikenas System (A18)GM Alexander Grischuk (FIDE 2792, RUS)GM Levon Aronian (FIDE 2815, ARM)Norway Chess 2014 (3), Stavanger, Norway,06.05.2014

When the world number two loses hisqueen in 15 moves in an English Opening,his opening play is probably not a greatmodel to follow.

1. c4 Nf6 2. Nc3 e6 3. e4

(see diagram top of next page)

3. ... d5The line 3. ... c5 4. e5 Ng8 is not as bad

as it looks, though Korchnoi—who usedthis line from the 1950s to the 1980s,

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could never decide whether to prefer 5. d4cxd4 6. Qxd4 or the pawn sacrifice 5. Nf3Nc6 6. d4 cxd4 7. Nxd4 Nxe5 8. Ndb5.

4. e5 d4 5. exf6 dxc3 6. bxc3 Qxf6 7. d4For some time this was thought to be too

direct and the more subtle 7. Nf3 e5 8.Bd3!? was employed, with some success.

7. ... e5 8. Nf3 Nc6Dangerous for Black is 8. ... exd4 9.

Bg5 Qe6+ 10. Be2.

9. Bg5 Qg6 10. d5 Nb8 11. h4 Nd7

12. Bd3 e4?“I had analyzed this move but I forgot

that I had decided that it was bad,”admitted Aronian. 12. ... Qd6 13. Nd2!?Nc5 should be satisfactory for Black.

13. h5 Qf5?The only logical follow-up, but fatal. 13.

... Qa6 was necessary, though still verytricky for Black after 14. Bxe4 Qxc4 15.Bd3! and now both 15. ... Qxd5 16. 0-0and 15. ... Qxc3+ 16. Kf1 give Whitefantastic play for the pawn.

14. Rh4!! exd3Finally Aronian stopped to think, for

23 minutes, but it is too late. “I wasn’tthinking about resigning,” said Aronian,“but I was thinking about hitting myself!”Trying to save the queen via 14. ... Nc5

walks into 15. Bxe4! Qd7 (15. ... Nxe4 16.Qe2!) 16. Qe2 Be7 17. Kf1 and Black’sking is going to be stranded in the center(that is in addition to being a pawn down).

15. Rf4 Nc5 16. Rxf5 Bxf5 17. Nd4 Bd7 18.Kf1

The rest was easy for Grischuk, whoneeded only to take due care and attentionto reel in the point. Aronian resigned at thetime control on move 40.

STAYING ALERT

King’s Indian Defense (E60)GM Vladimir Kramnik (FIDE 2783, RUS)GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2791, ITA)Norway Chess 2014 (5), Stavanger, Norway,06.08.2014

This game becomes a variation of theSymmetrical English Opening by transpo-sition and sees an alert Caruana avoidtrouble through a tactical shot.

1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nf3 Bg7 4. g3 0-0 5. Bg2c5 6. Nc3

6. ... cxd4The alternative 6. ... d6 7. 0-0 Nc6 (Now

7. ... cxd4 8. Nxd4 is ill-timed as White hasserious queenside pressure because ...Nc6 is unplayable.) 8. d5 Na5 would leadto a King’s Indian main line made popularmore than half a century ago.

7. Nxd4 Qc7 8. Qd3!?Kramnik had previously only employed

the standard 8. b3 in this position.

8. ... Nc6 9. 0-0 d6The move 9. ... Ne5 does not win a pawn

because of 10. Qe3!.

10. b3 Nxd4 11. Qxd4

These positions have the potential tobe very unpleasant for Black should Whitefinish his development and retain his

space advantage, but Caruana finds acontinuation which renders positionalconsiderations irrelevant.

11. ... Ne4! 12. Nd5!The only hope to avoid immediate liqui -

dation and equality.

12. ... Bxd4 13. Nxc7 Bxa1 14. Be3 Bf6 15.Nxa8 Nc3 16. Bxa7 Nxa2?!The tricky 16. ... Bh3! is more in keeping

with Black’s play so far and would lead toeasy equality.

17. Nc7 Nb4 18. Rd1 Kg7

19. f4 Due to the weak b7-pawn, White retains

a tiny edge, which Kramnik converted intovictory, albeit with a lot of help fromCaruana, in 52 moves.

CARLSEN OPENINGMASTERCLASS

English Opening (A25)GM Peter Svidler (FIDE 2753, RUS)GM Magnus Carlsen (FIDE 2881, NOR)Norway Chess 2014 (11), Stavanger, Norway,06.12.2014

Of course trying to outplay youropponent using the English Opening isnot a risk-free strategy, as Svidler discov -ered in the penultimate round.

1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. Nf3 f5 4. d3The sharper 4. d4 e4 5. Ng5, an old

Yasser Seirawan favorite, is more testingfor Black.

4. ... Nf6 5. g3 Bb4 6. Bg2 Bxc3+! 7. bxc3 d6 8.0-0 0-0

(see diagram top of page 38)Black has a position which is considered

ideal when played with colors reversedvia the Spassky Sicilian, i.e. 1. e4 c5 2. Nc3Nc6 3. Bb5 g6 4. Bxc6 bxc6 5. d3 Bg7 6.Nf3 d6 7. 0-0 Nf6, a theme which mayalso occur via the Grand Prix Attack (2. f4)in the Sicilian. With white and an extratempo, the f4 Scilian lines are consideredto offer serious attacking chances via Qe1-



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h4, f4-f5, Bh6 and Ng5. With black,Carlsen can employ similar ideas, thoughthe lost tempo should be important.

9. Rb1?!Not, however, if White wastes time on

moves such as this.

9. ... Qe8 10. Qb3?“A ridiculous move,” said Svidler. “I

simply forgot that his reply was possible.I have a position—not better—I misplayedit to a degree earlier—but perfectly playable—which I can treat in a variety of ways—for example 10. c5 d5 and only now (10.... dxc5 11. Ba3 is very unclear) 11. Qb3—but in five more moves I managed toturn it into a position where I can prettymuch resign.”

10. ... b6! 11. Nh4!?“This was already a form of desperation,”

admitted Svidler. “I just didn’t see anyplan for White. It is not necessary tocommit suicide like I did but I am faced bythe threat of ... Na5 and ... Bb7 and thenI will be slightly worse forever; I will neverhave any active plan.”

11. ... Na5 12. Qa3 Rb8 13. Be3?!

13. ... f4! 14. gxf4Extremely risky but “otherwise Black

will just build up and White has nothingwhatsoever to do,” said Svidler.

14. ... Qh5 15. Nf3After 15. fxe5? Ng4 16. Nf3 Rxf3! the

game would be over immediately and thistheme explains why fxe5 cannot be playedon moves 17 and 18.

15. ... Bh3

Black already has a huge attack,though, unusually, Carlsen went astraywhen the win was easy and Svidler held adraw.

FASHION

Ruy Lopez, Berlin Defense (C67)GM Sergey Karjakin (FIDE 2771, RUS)GM Magnus Carlsen (FIDE 2881, NOR)Norway Chess 2014 (6), Stavanger, Norway,06.09.2014

As mentioned, 1. e4 was a rare guest inStavanger, the primary reason beingbecause no one has recently been able tobreak down the Berlin Defense to the RuyLopez. This battle between Sergey Karjakinand Carlsen was, sadly, typical.

1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. 0-0If White wants a full-blooded struggle

nowadays he tends to avoid 4. 0-0 and gowith 4. d3 as played by GM Veselin Topalovagainst Aronian in the final round.

4. ... Nxe4 5. d4 Nd6 6. Bxc6 dxc6 7. dxe5 Nf58. Qxd8+ Kxd8 9. h3

9. ... Bd7The modest move which helped Carlsen

win his world championship match againstGM Viswanathan Anand last November,the titlehold er finding no way to achieveany advantage in this line.

10. Rd1 Be7 11. g4!?Anand’s choice here was 11. Nc3.

11. ... Nh4 12. Nxh4 Bxh4 13. Nd2 Kc8 14.Ne4 b6 15. Bg5 Bxg5 16. Nxg5 h6! 17. Nxf7!Re8! 18. f4So far all theory; the players are fol -

lowing a GM Leinier Dominguez Perez-GM David Navara game from 2013 whereBlack played 18. ... Rf8!? and had to solvea number of problems after 19. Rxd7!Kxd7 20. f5!. However Carlsen has a newidea which makes his life far easier.

18. ... Be6! 19. Nxh6 gxh6


20. f5

“I thought about delaying this with 20.Kf2 but 20. ... h5! is annoying,” explainedKarjakin.

20. ... Bxf5!Retaining the piece and allowing 21. e6

would be tempting fate.

21. gxf5 Rxe5 22. Rf122. f6 Rf5 23. Rf1 Rxf1+ 24. Rxf1 Kd7

is no improvement—the f-pawn becomesvery weak.

22. ... Kd7 23. Rad1+ Ke7 24. Rfe1! Kf6 25.Rxe5 Kxe5 26. Rd7“I hoped I might have something small

here,” said Karjakin, “but Magnus defend -ed well.” With such an active king Blackshould have few problems in any case.

26. ... c5! 27. Kf2 Rf8! 28. Rxc7 Rxf5+ 29. Kg3Rg5+ 30. Kf2 Rf5+ 31. Ke2 Rh5 32. Rxa7 Rxh333. Rb7 Rh2+ 34. Kd3 Kd5! 35. Rxb6 Rh3+ 36.Kd2 Rh2+ 37. Kd3 Rh3+ 38. Kd2 Rh2+, Drawagreed.The entire game took two hours, most of

the time being consumed by Karjakin.Carlsen admitted to having seen the entiregame on his analysis board prior to the2013 world title match. Such are the perilsof using 1. e4 against a Berlin Defenseplayer.

KARJAKIN'S INSPIREDEXCHANGE SACRIFICE

French Defense, Classical System (C11)GM Sergey Karjakin (FIDE 2771, RUS)GM Simen Agdestein (FIDE 2628, NOR)Norway Chess 2014 (3), Stavanger, Norway,06.05.2014

1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 Nf6 4. e5 Nfd7 5. f4c5 6. Nf3 Nc6 7. Be3 cxd4 8. Nxd4 Qb6

(see diagram top of next page)Former Norwegian soccer international

Simen Agdestein, by far the oldest andlowest-rated player in the field, preparedthis line of the French Defense especiallyfor the Norway Chess tournament. Suchwas his success that after round five he didnot have to face 1. e4 again.




9. Qd2The main alternative to gambiting the b-

pawn, 9. Ncb5!? a6 10. Nf5 has not beengiving White any advantage after 10. ...Bc5! 11. Nbd6+ Kf8 12. Qh5 Nd8 13. Nxg7!Bxe3! when White can obtain a perpetualcheck after 14. Nxe6+ fxe6 15. Qe8+ butnot more.

9. ... Qxb2 10. Rb1 Qa3 11. Bb5 Nxd4 12. Bxd4a6 13. Bxd7+ Bxd7 14. Rb3 Qe7 15. Rxb7

15. ... Qh4+?!This turns out to be rather risky. A few

days later Agdestein, playing againstGrischuk, improved with 15. ... Qd8! andthe game continued 16. 0-0 Rb8 17. Rxb8Qxb8 18. f5. Grischuk had believed this tobe very strong for White but after 18. ...Qc8! Agdestein’s position was rock-solidand it was later the Norwegian who missedwinning chances before the game wasdrawn.Svidler spent four hours before his

round seven game against Agdestein tryingto refute Black’s play, without success;“All lines after 15. ... Qd8 lead to a draw!,”he bemoaned.

16. Qf2! Be7 17. g3! Qh3 18. Kd2! Bd8 19.Rhb1 Bc6


20. Bc5!!The point behind Karjakin’s play; it is

worth an Exchange to prevent Black fromcastling.

20. ... Bxb7 21. Rxb7 Rc8 22. Kc1?Karjakin sees a brilliant idea, but it

turns out not to be winning. 22. Bd6!!would have placed Black under intolerablepressure. The first point is that 22. ...Ba5 can be well met by 23. Kc1!! Rxc3 (23.... Bxc3 24. Re7+) 24. Kb2!! when White’squeen is ready to invade without allowingany annoying checks.22. ... Rc6 is a better try, but after 23.

Rb8 Rxd6 24. exd6 0-0 ...

White has another spectacular combina -tion 25. Rxd8! Rxd8 26. Qb6 Qxh2+ 27.Ne2 Rc8 28. Qc7!! when the d-pawn willbe a winner.

22. ... f6! 23. Nxd5!The line 23. Rxg7 fxe5 24. Bd6 Rxc3 25.

Qa7 is not a winning try because of 25. ...Qf1+ 26. Kb2 Qb5+ forcing 27. Kc1.

23. ... exd5

24. Qe2! Rc7! 25. Rxc7 Bxc7 26. e6!?White could still take a draw with 26.

exf6+ Kd7 27. f7 Bd6 28. Bxd6 Kxd6 29.Qe5+.

26. ... Bb6!! 27. Bxb6 0-0 28. e7 Re8 29. Bd8White probably has sufficient compen-

sation for the Exchange but after some

subsequent mistakes Karjakin was verylucky to draw the game 34 moves later.

SHOCKING, ANTI-POSITIONAL—AND STRONG!

Modern Benoni, Fianchetto Variation (A62)GM Alexander Grischuk (FIDE 2792, RUS)GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2791, ITA)Norway Chess 2014 (1), Stavanger, Norway,06.03.2014

Since Veselin Topalov abandoned theModern Benoni, few top 10 players havebeen willing to adopt the opening, butCaruana, who seems braver than most inthe openings, was ready with a powerfulplan in one of the g3 variations.

1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. g3Another way to avoid Caruana’s Grünfeld

Defense. However instead of venturing aNeo-Grünfeld (3. ... d5), Caruana choosesto head straight for a Modern Benoni.

3. ... Bg7 4. Bg2 c5 5. d5 0-0 6. Nc3 e6 7. Nf3exd5 8. cxd5 d6 9. 0-0 Re8

10. a4Grischuk is hoping that Caruana will

head back to a main line with 10. ... a6 butCaruana has other ideas. However 10.Nd2 does not force 10. ... a6 either; Blackcan venture 10. ... b6!? with the c8-bishopeying the a6-square.

10. ... Ne4!? 11. Nxe4 Rxe4 12. Nd2 Rb4! 13.Ra2!

Now there is a risk that Black’s rook will

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find itself stranded after 14. b3 and 15.Ba3, but Caruana finds a remarkable wayto rescue the rook.

13. ... a5!!“I had prepared this a long time ago

and I remembered that ... a5 was quiteimportant,” said Caruana. “I think Fabianoplayed the opening exceptionally well,”agreed Grischuk.

14. b3 b5! 15. axb5After the game the players agreed that

15. Ba3 bxa4! 16. Bxb4 axb4 17. Rxa4Rxa4 18. bxa4 Ba6 would offer Black hugecompensation for the Exchange.

15. ... Nd7... and Black soon regained the b5-pawn

with a very comfortable position, thoughwinning only thanks to a Grischuk blunderin time trouble.

SHOCKING, ANTI-POSITIONAL—AND DODGY!

Queen's Gambit Declined, Ragozin Defense (D38)GM Magnus Carlsen (FIDE 2881, NOR)GM Levon Aronian (FIDE 2815, ARM)Norway Chess 2014 (6), Stavanger, Norway,06.08.2014

1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nf3 d5 4. Nc3 Bb4

Aronian’s favorite Ragozin system, nowconsidered so annoying that even Carlsenhas taken it up on occasion.

5. cxd5 exd5 6. Bg5 h6The old Ragozin system saw the immedi -

ate 6. ... Nbd7 7. e3 c5 with the idea thatafter ... Qa5, a later ... Ne4 would hit thebishop on g5. Nowadays, however, 6. ... h6is considered a useful interpolation, thoughthe positions after 7. Bxf6 Qxf6 can becomerather dry. (That plan suited Kramnikdown to the ground when he playedAronian later in the tournament, withAronian struggling to hold a draw.)

7. Bh4 Nbd7In the blitz game between the two at the

start of the tournament, Aronian played theimmediate 7. ... g5 8. Bg3 Ne4 whichprompted a pawn sacrifice similar to thegame with 9. Nd2!?.

8. e3 g5 9. Bg3 Ne4

10. Nd2!10. Qc2 Nb6 is considered harmless as

Aronian confirmed against GM Igor Lysyjin 2013.

10. ... Nxg3Grabbing the pawn with 10. ... Nxc3

11. bxc3 Bxc3 is not fatal but after 12. Rc1Bxd2+ (12. ... Ba5 13. h4!) 13. Qxd2 c6 14.Bd3 White has plenty of compensationfor the pawn and a much easier position.

11. fxg3!!??

Weird, anti-positional but very ambi -tious. 11. hxg3 Nb6 is very unclear—Blackwill often go ... Bf8–g7 to shore up thekingside—but Carlsen is happy to wreckhis pawn structure for immediatepressure.

11. ... Nb6 12. Bd3 Qe7 13. Qf3 Be6 14. a3Bxc3 15. bxc3 0-0-0 16. a4!?At first sight this looks scary for Black but

Aronian came up with an excellent solution.

16. ... Bd7! 17. a5 The continuation 17. 0-0 Nxa4 18. c4

was more testing for Black.

17. ... Na4! 18. a6 Rhe8!... and Black reached a near-winning

position before the world-number-onefought back and won.

Norway Chess 2014 Rating 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Score1. GM Sergey Karjakin 2771 x ½ 1 1 ½ 0 ½ 1 1 ½ 62. GM Magnus Carlsen 2881 ½ x ½ ½ ½ 1 ½ ½ ½ 1 5½3. GM Alexander Grischuk 2792 0 ½ x 0 1 1 ½ ½ 1 ½ 54. GM Fabiano Caruana 2791 0 ½ 1 x ½ ½ 1 ½ 0 ½ 4½5. GM Veselin Topalov 2772 ½ ½ 0 ½ x ½ ½ 0 1 1 4½6. GM Levon Aronian 2815 1 0 0 ½ ½ x ½ ½ ½ ½ 47. GM Peter Svidler 2753 ½ ½ ½ 0 ½ ½ x ½ ½ ½ 48. GM Anish Giri 2752 0 ½ ½ ½ 1 ½ ½ x 0 ½ 49. GM Vladimir Kramnik 2783 0 ½ 0 1 0 ½ ½ 1 x ½ 410. GM Simen Agdestein 2628 ½ 0 ½ ½ 0 ½ ½ ½ ½ x 3½Tournament website: http://norwaychess.com/Norway Chess 2014 Opening Statistics: White won 10 games, Black won seven games, Draw—28 games. White’s winning percentages:1. e4—8 games—62.5 percent; 1. d4—20 games—57.5 percent; 1. c4—8 games—56.3 percent; 1. Nf3—9 games—33.3 percent


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“How to Grow an American Grandmaster” by Brian Jerauld(April 2014) was one of my favorite articles in Chess Life magazine.As a sociologist for Texas A&M International University, I wasespecially intrigued with the part of the article that concen-trated on the environment a player needs to excel at chess.From a sociological perspective, the theory of the environmentas a mandatory ingredient for chess success is very accurate, butit also makes me question whether this attribution to chesssuccess suggests that the game discriminates against thosewho have no choice but to accept the environment they are in?

I have spent the past six years going to chess tournaments tostudy how people interact in a chess environment. Most of thetime, I find myself not concentrating on my own games for thesake of examining my surroundings. I realized at the World Openin Crystal City, Virginia in 2013 that I had not given any consid-

eration to finances as a key contributor to chess achievement. My wife and I had recently been victims of identity theft.

Because of this, when I tried to use my debit card in a differentstate, the bank’s security kicked in keeping me from using it. Ihad to budget what little cash I had on me to have enough foodfor the duration of the tournament. Every game I played wasunder the vicious rumble of a confused stomach. I have alwaysbeen a big fan of Varuzhan Akobian and when I saw him standingin front of me, I began to hallucinate that I defeated him for theprize of a hot dog all the way. Eventually, I drowned the annoyingsound with multiple glasses of cold water instead.

I lived in Laredo, Texas at the time and when I arrived homewith a rating ten points lower than I had left with, I immediatelyrushed to Logan’s Roadhouse for the biggest steak they had. ButI could not help but wonder how impoverished environments may

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discourage those interested in chess from pursuing the game. Iespecially thought of the students from South Laredo, which hasthe reputation for housing the most lower-income families andthe highest crime rate in the city. Much of the South Laredoculture follows students into their young adult years and theirlabel for being from the “South” went with them. When I organized the first collegiate chess club at Laredo

Community College in 2008, many of my members were fromSouth Laredo. When I asked one member what motivated her tojoin the club, she answered, “Because you provide free foodand drinks and this may be most of what I eat this weekend.”That was not the answer I was looking for, but I learned from it.It is enough that these students have to combat poverty and

crime in their own neighborhood, but this is not their onlyconcern. The narrow Rio Grande Riveris the only thing that separates SouthLaredo from one of the most violentcities in Mexico. Nuevo Laredo,Tamaulipas Mexico once supportedthe frightening statistic of 300murders a week, and in 2006 it wasbriefly reported as having more dailydeaths than the most danger ous citiesin the Middle East. These numbersare primarily the result of continuousdrug wars between the Gulf Carteland “Los Zetas”. Travel into Mexico tothis day is not recommended andviolence contin ues to plague the cityof Nuevo Laredo.When one hears of such places,

chess is not the first thing that comesto a person’s mind. This is why I feelit necessary to introduce Dr. JoelSauceda to the chess world. When Ifirst saw him three years ago, he wasacross the board from one of Mexico’smost fierce compet itors. Martin DelCampo (USCF 2423 rating) was indanger of losing to Joel Sauceda(USCF 1986). I remember seeing DelCampo’s face as it began to perspire.His knees began to dance under thetable and his hope began to slowlyfade. In the end, Del Campo’s expertiseand experi ence survived the incredibledisplay of chess knowledge by Joel,but I could see the young doctor’ssatisfaction of having given a muchsuperior player such a difficult time. After the tournament, he congrat-

ulated me for having gone a perfect5-0 in the tournament (in a muchlower section than his of course) and we began to talk. He wasthe sponsor of the tournament which explains why there was onebeing held in Laredo in the first place. I was shocked to learn thathe was from South Laredo and had attended a high school thatat that time had the highest crime and drug rate in the city. Hishigh school also had the highest dropout and pregnancy rate tothe extent that the school opened a child care service to encouragestudents to stay in school. No one in his family encouragedchess, he had no friends that played chess, and Laredo ingeneral is not a chess community. Currently the next highest-rated player is 300 points below him and the third highestrating is over 500 points less. After that, one would have to travelmuch further to find someone who even plays chess. From Laredo, the nearest grandmaster (GM) to the south is 260

miles away, to the east 309 miles away, to the north 150 miles,and to the west you would probably have to go further than all

those miles combined since there are few chess communitiesbetween San Antonio and El Paso. Laredo is not the East Coastwhere you cannot throw a pawn without hitting a GM. It is a citythat is blind to the fact that they have a resident in Dr. JoelSauceda who earlier this year reached a 2005 rating. Thosewho know him well agree that he plays well above the 2005 mark.When I asked the 2006 Texas state champion how he felt havingreached over 2000 he modestly responded, “It feels great, but ithasn’t completely set in yet.” I couldn’t help but ask how he managed to study chess in his

environment and in a community that is not very interested in chess:“It is very difficult to play here in Laredo because I have no one myrating or higher to play. I some times wish that people here un der -stood the game of chess a little better so they can understand my

level, but when you have a strong passionfor something, there is always that desireto get better.” When asked if he wishedhe would have achieved it sooner—“Wellyeah, a lot of GM’s achieved their statusat a much younger age than it took meto reach 2000, but I needed some stabilityin my life so I took some years off fromchess to go to medical school.” I have recently returned home to my

hometown of Houston and no longerlive in Laredo, but Joel and I are stillclose and communi cate often. He hasbecome a good friend and I have learneda lot from him regarding attitudeagainst adversity and his defiance ofsocial statistics continues to be an areaof academic interest to me. After all,statistics tells us that he should nothave a 2005 rating and should not bea doctor either. In no way is this tosuggest that no one has ever overcomeharsh life experi ences to do somethinggreat with their lives. The list of peoplewho have flourished against the odds isendless. But those who are familiarwith Laredo and understand the cultureare intimately familiar with theadmirable accom plishment this youngdoctor has achieved.Laredo is rich with beautiful Mexican

American culture. The annual JalapenoFestival, the carnival that comes everyValentine’s Day, and San BernardoAvenue has bragging rights as the onlyplace in the country to host an annualparade in honor of George Washington.But behind this curtain of beautifulculture, fiestas, and annual celebrations,

a grim truth is concealed. The spill-over crime from the continuousdrug wars is slowly pushing its pawns up the board hoping toqueen. As of 2010, violent crime in Laredo was higher than thenational violent crime rate average by 22.6 percent. Locally, theviolent crime rate in Laredo was higher than the violent crime rateof Texas by 9.9 percent. Sadly, re searchers expect these figuresto increase significantly in 2014. Kidnappings are common in the area because the assumption

by many of the drug cartel members in Mexico is that allAmericans have money and would be willing to pay ransoms. Sohow does this rest in the mind of a chess player whose jobearns him a six figure income and literally lives two blocks awayfrom one of the most remote parts of the Rio Grande? “Really, Ijust don’t think about it. If I think about it too much I might losemy mind. I guess I just feel safe until it’s time not to feel safeanymore, and I try not to cross into Mexico at all. I once had a

“I love drinking from the spring of chessknowledge—not because I am thirsty, butbecause it taste good.”

~DR. JOEL SAUCEDA

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man put a gun to my head because he confused me for someoneelse. I had never thought about dying before that night.” Onewould think that being a pharmacist would not yield any dangers,but Joel’s experiences are a little different than most doctors: “Iremember once we were getting ready to close for the day whena man came to the pharmacy window holding a grenade. I reallynever thought about being in danger at work before that night,but luckily the police got there fairly quick.”With such a strict focus on safety and overcoming social

barriers to prepare youths for standardized testing, little roomhas been left for districts to encourage chess. Local scholastictournaments consist mostly of elementary level kids, but why wedon’t see them later in high school levels remains a mystery. Localtournament directors have done an excellent job of lettingschools know there are tournaments, but full support orenthusiasm never seems to be there. In Laredo there are 35elementary schools and eight of them have a chess club. Out of11 middle schools, three have an active chess club. There are alsosix high schools, but only two have active chess clubs while othersjust play casual games. Ironically, Joel went to a high school thathad neither a casual or active chess club. So how does someonein this environment even get involved with chess? “I was 10-years-old when my uncle got me a chess set for Christmas. I was excitedbecause I thought it was a checkerboard. But when it wasexplained to me what it was and how the pieces moved, I wastaken by the game instantly.”Even such immediate passion for a game is difficult to uphold

in Laredo. The serious emphasis in South Texas high schools isin football. So how does one stay motivated enough to actuallyachieve a rating over 2000? “Even before I loved chess, I lovedto win. I had a cousin who was very good. We played constantlyagainst each other, but neither one could truly dominate the other.I loved how this felt, but he later moved away and I was leftwithout a partner. I turned to the arcade and was a consistentwinner there, but I always felt something was missing. I wantedto win at chess!” It is not an unusual thing for someone to haveturned to the arcade. In the ’80s, the Silver Coin video arcadeat Mall del Norte was practically the only source of entertainmentin Laredo before it experienced any kind of growth.

“I knew I wanted to win specifically at chess, and one day I cameacross a Chess Life magazine with a very serious player lookingback at me. The way he looked at the board itself was veryinspiring. I turned the pages and read the article: it was BobbyFischer. I began to study his games and I was amazed at his levelof thinking. I would never compare myself to Bobby Fischer, butI can relate to his passion for the game.”The lesson I have learned from Dr. Joel Sauceda is very simple:

unless it is something tragic, there are really no excuses for notgetting better. Some of the biggest obstacles we have for improvingat the game are inside us and not in our surroundings, and whilesome of our social elements could create barriers between us anda genuine understanding of the game, the human spirit is notso weak that it cannot overcome these obstacles.

As a full time pharmacist it is difficult for him to dedicate theway he would like, but continues to play chess and has his eyeson future tournaments. Because of his environment, he cannotturn to a local GM for advice or play another 2000 plus playerfor practice. Instead, he turns to Rocky movies and Mozart forinspiration. But a word of caution, if you happen to find yourselfacross the board from him and your rating is significantly higher,don’t underestimate your opponent. If a man can overcome the things Dr. Joel Sauceda has

overcome, he just might take some of the fight with him to hisnext game. Remember that in Rocky IV, Rocky was knocking downlarge trees and climbing mountains. He was conquering theharsh reality of the vicious circumstances of his setting. “Icontinue to love chess with a passion. I still study and read booksand study games—I hope to get better. I love drinking from thespring of chess knowledge—not because I am thirsty, but becauseit tastes good.”

Laredo, Texas economic information (from Wikipedia.org): Laredo's economy isbased on international trade with Mexico. Most major transportationcompanies have a facility in Laredo. The city's location on the southern end ofI-35 close to the manufacturers in northern Mexico promotes its vital role intrade between the two nations. Laredo is the largest inland port in the UnitedStates, and Nuevo Laredo the largest in Latin America. Laredo is a shoppingdestination for Mexican shoppers from northern Mexico.

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As of 2010, violent crime in Laredo was higher than the national violent crime rate average by 22.6 percent. Locally, the violent crime rate in Laredo was higher thanthe violent crime rate of Texas by 9.9 percent. Sadly, researchers expect these figures to increase significantly in 2014.

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Solitaire Chess / Instruction

Najdorf is Pronounced “Ny-dorf”Despite lending his name to one of the sharpest openings for Black, Najdorf could play fiercely from the white side too.By BRUCE PANDOLFINI


A LOT OF US HAVE HEARD ABOUT THENajdorf Sicilian (1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 a6). Many play-ers actually play it. Some of those evenknow it’s named after Polish-born Argen-tine grandmaster Miguel Najdorf (1910-97),whether we pronounce his name correctlyor not. At his height (the 1950s), Najdorfwas certainly one of the best players in theworld. Here we offer a game, not with Naj-dorf having black, but one in which he hadwhite. His opponent was K. Pilz in a gamecontested in Warsaw in 1934. From it, wecan see that the young Najdorf wasn’t toobad with the white pieces either. The gamebegan:

Nimzo-Indian, Classical Variation (E38)Miguel Najdorf K. Pilz Warsaw, 1934

1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Qc2 c5 5.dxc5 Bxc5 6. Nf3 d5 7. Bg5 dxc4 8. e3 0-0 9.Bxc4 Nbd7

Now make sure you have the above posi-tion set up on your chessboard. As youplay through the remaining moves in thisgame, use a piece of paper to cover thearticle, exposing White’s next move onlyafter trying to guess it. If you guess cor-rectly, give yourself the par score.Sometimes points are also rewarded forsecond-best moves, and there may bebonus points—or deductions—for other

moves and variations. Note that **meansthat the note to Black’s move is over andWhite’s move is on the next line.**

10. 0-0 Par Score 5This is safer than castling queenside,

which would garner only 3 points partcredit.

10. … h6

11. Bh4 Par Score 5White maintains the pin. After 11. ... g5

12. Bg3, Black has only weakened hiscastled position.

11. … Qa5The queen steps out of the pin, into a

brave new world.**

12. a3 Par Score 5The threat is 13. b4, forking queen and

bishop (1 bonus point). Maybe the blackqueen is not so safe at a5.

12. … Be7The bishop withdraws.**

13. b4 Par Score 5It’s not a fork, but the queen is still

attacked and has to find a safe square.

13. … Qb6If 13. ... Qc7, then 14. Nb5 (1 bonus

point); or if 13. ... Qd8, then 14. Rfd1 (1bonus point more).**

14. Rfd1 Par Score 5The right rook! The queen-rook will find

employment on the b- or c-files.

14. … a5Black assails the advanced b-pawn.**

15. Rab1 Par Score 5And not 15. b5 (only 2 points part credit),

turning over c5 to Black’s knight.

15. … axb4

16. axb4 Par Score 4

The b4-pawn is indirectly protected: 16.... Bxb4? 17. Na2 (1 bonus point).

16. … Kh8This is a strange looking move, but Naj-

dorf divines its purpose. Apparently, it’sdesigned to play 17. ... Ng8, hoping for atrade of bishops.**

17. Nb5 Par Score 6Najdorf is agreeable to the exchange of

bishops and prepares to take control of d6and c7.

17. … Nb8What’s this? A change of plan? Black

capriciously decides to keep his king-bishop, relocating his knight in order tocontest c7.**

18. Bg3 Par Score 5Najdorf heads his bishop to either c7 or

d6. White is now the party who wants thedark-square bishop trade.

18. … Na6This is more or less forced. Black can’t

allow 19. Bc7.**

19. Bd6 Par Score 5Najdorf forces off the dark-square bish-

ops on his terms.

19. … Ng8Black has an embarrassment of poverty.

If 19. ... Bxd6?, then 20. Rxd6 traps thequeen (1 bonus point). The same goes for19. ... Re8? 20. Bxe7 Rxe7 21. Rd6 (1bonus point). And on 19. ... Qd8, Whitebuilds with 20. Ne5 and Black is hardpressed to find moves.**

20. Ne5 Par Score 6White builds and waits. As mentioned

before, Black has trouble finding decentmoves.

20. … g6

21. Bxe7 Par Score 5

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The sacrifice 21. Nxg6+ fxg6 22. Qxg6suggests itself, but accept only 2 pointspart credit for it right now. The sacrificeworks better if the g8-knight can be luredaway from defense of the castled position.

21. … Nxe7

22. Rd6 Par Score 5

This compels the knight to shield thequeen.

22. … Nc6

23. Nxg6+ Par Score 6

23. … fxg6

24. Qxg6 Par Score 4

The black king has been stripped of itspawn cover. White has capturing threatsat e6 and h6 (1 bonus point if you sawboth). Also threatened is 25. Bd3 and 26.Qh7 mate (1 bonus point).

24. … Naxb4Black can’t stop everything, so he con-

tents himself with stopping Bc4-d3. Thisgives defensive chances, especially if Blackcan find time to move the queen to c5.**

25. Qxh6+ Par Score 5White collects another pawn, while forc-

ing the black king to g8, where it is subjectto a diagonal check at e6.

25. … Kg8

26. Rxe6 Par Score 6Accept only 5 points part credit for 26.

Bxe6+ Bxe6 27. Qxe6+, with four passedpawns for the piece and a continuingattack. For example, if 27. ... Rf7, then 28.Rd7 Rf8 29. Qg6+ Kh8 30. Rxf7 Rxf7 31.Rxb4 etc. The text sets up various discov-eries (27. Rg6 mate or 27. Rxc6+ winningthe queen). Add 1 bonus point for seeing allof that.

26. … Bxe6The white rook has to be removed, since

if 26. ... Rf7, then 27. Re8 is mate (1 bonuspoint).**

27. Bxe6+ Par Score 4Black’s reply is forced.

27. … Rf7

28. Qg6+ Par Score 5White piles up on the pinned rook.

28. … Kh8Or if 28. ... Kf8, then 29. Qxf7 mate (1

bonus point).**

29. Bxf7 Par Score 4The only defense against 30. Qh6 mate

(1 bonus point) is to move the c6-knight,say 29. ... Ne5, but that drops the queen,30. Qxb6; and if 30. ... Nxf7, then 31.Qd4+ picks off the b4-knight, with a fullqueen ahead. So ...

29. … Black resigned

View this issue using our online viewer atuschess.org. Click on Chess Life Magazine then On-Line Viewer. You can also download a PDF ofthis issue and a .pgn file of all the games in thisissue.

ABCs of ChessThese problems are all related to key positions in this month’s game. In eachcase, Black is to move. The answers canbe found in Solutions on page 71.

September Exercise: One of the bestways to reinforce your learning is toexplain what you’ve assimilated toothers. As you try to put variationsinto concrete language that can beunderstood without the aid of boardand chess pieces, you’re forced tothink more conceptually. You leavethe linear plane for the world ofglobal comprehension. True, mostteachers deal with basic stuff, butthat’s where practically all of usstarted: in classrooms, where complexideas were reduced to clear, simple,easy to understand concepts. Evengrandmasters need to know the basics.

Problem IGet Out of Check

Problem IVTrapping

Problem IIPin

Problem VFork

Problem IIITrapping

Problem VISmothered Mate

TOTAL YOUR SCORE TO DETERMINEYOUR APPROXIMATE RATING BELOW:

Total Score Approx. Rating95+ 2400+

81-94 2200-2399

66-80 2000-2199

51-65 1800-1999

36-50 1600-1799

21-35 1400-1599

06-20 1200-1399

0-05 under 1200

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The Practical Endgame / Instruction


IN ALL ASPECTS, THE 2014 U.S. Cham-pionship was an unforgettable event. Theconditions were impeccable, the commen-tary thrilling, and the countless chessfans who made their way to the club orwatched online contributed to the atmos-phere of fighting, tooth-and-nail chess.There were many memorable games andbrilliant individual performances, andendgame fans (yes, those do exist!) weretreated to some captivating action in bothsections. This month, I am examining oneof my own endings from the tournament.I try to avoid tooting my own horn when-ever possible, but I feel that this endgame—and I will not reveal anything more atthis point—is worthy of an exception.Without further ado, let’s plunge in andget our hands dirty!

A king intrusionGM Alexander Onischuk (2742)GM Daniel A. Naroditsky (2632)2014 U.S. Chess Championship (10), 05.18.2014

BLACK TO MOVE

After a disastrous blunder in a deadequal position, I lost a crucial pawn on f5and was forced to allow White’s king wayinside my camp. Indeed, the position onthe board appears utterly hopeless forBlack: the queen trade loses immediatelysince 47. ... Qxb2 48. Qe6+ Kh8 49. Qe8+Kg7 50. Qe7+. With an extra passed pawn,an active king, and an unthinkably passivebishop on b7, though, trading queens

equates to suicide as well. Nevertheless,I decided to make a few more moves beforeresigning—miracles can still happen, orso the platitude goes …

47. ... h6+ The immediate 47. … Qxg4+ is even

worse, since Black will have to deal witha weak pawn on h7.

48. Kh4+ Qxg4+ 49. Kxg4 a5 Paradoxically, hopeless positions are

usually the easiest ones to play. Of course,Black cannot allow 50. a5, burying thebishop alive. For instance, 49. ... Kg7 50.a5 Kf6 51. Kh5 Kg7 (51. ... Bc8 52. Kxh6Bg4 53. Kh7 is hopeless as well) 52. Bf5Kf6 53. Be6 Kg7 54. f5 and Black is inZugzwang.

50. b3 Cementing the pawn chain and (osten-

sibly) preventing any monkey businesswith … Ba6.

50. ... Kg7 51. Bf5 Black’s bishop has been confined to a

maximum security prison!

51. ... Kf6 To reel in the full point, White must

devise a plan. In principle, this is not verydifficult; with the bishop incarcerated,White needs to find a way to win the h-pawn while keeping Black’s bishop lockedout. To this end, White will maneuver hisking to h5 and push the f-pawn as longas necessary to distract Black’s king fromthe h6-pawn. After that, it will be a simplematter of pushing the unstoppable h-pawn. Onischuk clearly arrived at the same

conclusion, and confidently initiated theseemingly decisive sequence:

52. Be6


Regardless of the position, the notion ofcounterplay should never be scoffed at or

underestimated. Understandably enough,my opponent deems this position an excep-tion to the rule. Black’s only conceivablesource of counterplay is the bishop, whichwill never be able to reach c8. The brazen… Ba6-Bxc4 also looks absurd, sinceWhite’s bishop will have plenty of time tostop the b-pawn—or so we both assumed,until I realized that this assertion is flawed.Unless White brings his pawn to h5 andas long as Black’s king remains on f6, Bf5will always fail to … h6-h5+. Moreover, Bg8meets with … Kg7, forcing the bishop backto e6! I pounced without a second thought.

52. ... Ba6! Only now did my opponent realize that

his planned 53. Kh5 leads only to a drawafter 53. ... Bxc4! 54. bxc4 b3 55. Bg8(55. Kg4 actually loses after 55. ... b2 56.Bf5 and now the aforementioned 56. ...h5+ seals the deal) 55. ... Kg7 56. Be6Kf6. In fact, White has only one way toprevent … Bxc4:

53. h4 An elegant idea. 53. ... Bxc4 54. bxc4

b3 appears to work, but White securesthe f5-square with 55. h5! and is just intime to stop the pawn. However, I nowrealized that f5+ will never be possible,since the pawn will block the b1-h7 diag-onal and … Bxc4 will actually win thegame. White’s only chance, then, is toinduce Zugzwang and force my bishopaway from a6, but how does White evictthe king from the sixth rank?

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53. ... Kg6 For a second, I grew rather worried that

54. Bd7 wins the game, since 54. ... Kf6allows 55. Kh5 Kg7 56. Bg4 and White isback on track, but the improbable 54. ...h5+ 55. Kf3 Bxc4! actually wins! After 56.bxc4 b3, it turns out that White has noway to get his bishop on the right diagonal:57. Ke4 b2 58. Bf5+ Kf6 and White cannotdefend his bishop and move his king awayat the same time.

54. Kg3 White’s problem is exacerbated by the

fact that he will never be able move theh-pawn, as h4-h5 will lock the king outonce and for all. With this move, Whiteinitiates a series of maneuvers designedto trick me into allowing Zugzwang, butby now, pure determination had takenover.

54. ... Kf6 55. Bh3 Bb7 With the king removed from g4, Black’s

bishop can take a break. As soon as Whitemoves his king to g4, it must repositionback to a6 to parry Kh5.

56. Bd7 Of course, 56. Kg4 Bc8+ leads nowhere.

56. ... Ke7 57. Be6 Kf6 58. Kg4 Ba6

After Black’s 53rd move, the same posi-tion arose—with Black’s king on g6.Fortunately, for me, this makes no differ-ence, since 59. Kh5 meets the familiar

59. ... Bxc4 60. bxc4 b3 61. Bg8 Kg7 witha draw.

59. Bd7 Ke7 60. Bf5 Kf6 61. Be6 White is trying very, very hard to make

progress, but his efforts are in vain.

61. ... Kg6 Of course, the extremely cooperative

61. ... Bb7?? lost after 62. Kh5 Kg7 63.f5 with f6+ to follow.

62. Kf3 Kf6 As it turns out, the audacious 62. ...

h5 drew as well, since White has no wayof stopping … Bxc4, winning the h-pawn,and stopping … Bf5 at the same time. Forinstance, 63. Ke4 Kf6 64. Bd7 Bb7 65.Be8?! Bc8 66. Bxh5 Bf5+ 67. Ke3 Bc2and White must now tread carefully!

63. Ke3 Ke7

Time to rest the king. Of course, therewas nothing wrong with 63. ... Bb7 or 63.... h5.

64. Ke4 Kf6 Back to work!

65. Bd7 Ke7 66. Bh3 Kf6 67. Kf3 Bb7 68. Bd7Ba6 69. Kg4 Ke7 70. Bf5 Kf6 71. Bc2 Finally! With simple maneuvering lead-

ing nowhere, my opponent tries to trickme one last time, but in doing so, finallyreleases the bishop out of its cage.

71. ... Bc8+ 72. Kh5 Kg7 73. f5 Bd7

My opponent spent almost all of hisremaining time calculating 74. f6+, andcame to the conclusion that White is unableto make progress. Indeed, after 74. ... Kxf675. Kxh6 Bg4 White’s bishop is tied to c2,and White has nothing better than to repeatmoves with 76. Kh7 (76. h5 Be2 and Whitemust force a draw with 77. Bd3 Bd1 78.Bc2) 76. ... Kf7 77. Bg6+ Kf8 (the careless77. ... Kf6 actually loses to 78. h5 Bd1 79.h6 Bxb3 80. Kg8 Bxd5+ 81. h7 Bxc4+ 82.Kf8 and the pawn promotes) 78. Bc2 Kf7.

74. Kg4, Draw Agreed. I was elated after saving this endgame,

but I was still convinced that White misseda win somewhere. Let us return to theposition after 51. ... Kf6:

In perfect hindsight, it is clear thatWhite has no time to spare; after 52. Be6Ba6, White had to waste golden time onstopping … Bxc4, allowing Black’s kingto reach g6 in time. But what about theimmediate 52. Bd7? Then, on 52. ... Ba653. Kh5, 53. ... Bxc4 is no longer possible:54. bxc4 b3 55. Be8! (this is the key dif-ference; on e6, the bishop does not havean equivalent route to the b1-h7 diagonal)55. ... b2 56. Bg6 and White stops thepawn. 52. ... Kg6 is therefore forced, butnow White is able to reach the target posi-tion: 53. Kh4 Ba6 54. Bg4 and White willprevail in familiar fashion, trading the f-pawn for the h-pawn. Even now, I find itvery difficult to believe that White’s 52ndmove actually let the win slip.

Problem I: 1500 LevelGM Joshua Friedel (FIDE 2610)GM Timur Gareev (2757)St. Louis, 2014

WHITE TO MOVE

Problem II: 2000 LevelWIM Viktorija Ni (2308)Ashritha Eswaran (2208)St. Louis, 2014

WHITE TO MOVE

The endgame cavalryThe great Soviet chess master andtrainer Orest Averkin repeatedly claimedthat endgames are at least 90 percenttactics. To be sure, this is somewhat ofan exaggeration, but even though anending might appear perfectly straightforward, improbable savingmotifs have a way of materializing out ofthe clear blue sky. Always expect theunexpected. See the solutions on page 71.

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SEPT. 14-21, FLORIDA2014 U.S. Senior Open6SS, G/90 increment 30. Aboard the Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seasout of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Open to USCF members born on or beforeSeptember 15, 1964. $$5,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund. $1,250-800-500-300, U2300 $500-300, U2000 $300-150, U1800 $300-150, U1500/UNR$300-150. Commemorative Clocks top 3. Trophies top age 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and over 75. Top finisher born on or beforeJanuary 1, 1954 will be the official USCF entrant to the World SeniorChampionship in Kalabaka, Greece 10/25-11/6. EF: $125 with cruisereservation. Rounds: Monday to Saturday one round daily at 1:30 pm.In order to accommodate port visits up to two 1/2 point byes or 1 fullpoint bye may be requested in any of the first 4 rounds. You must bookyour cruise with Card Player Cruises at 888-999-4880 or 702-655-0919or on line at www.CardPlayerCruises.com/brochures/2014/booking-eastcarib2014.html. Info: www.VegasChessFestival.com/senior2014/or Alan Losoff 702-510-8882. NS. W. NC.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 27, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Game/60 Championship4SS, G/60 d6 - $12,000 b/289 fully paid entries - 60% guaranteed. SantaClara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara, CA95054. Park free.Hotel: $85 at Biltmore (408)988-8411. In 6 sections:Open Section (2000+): $1,500 700 300 100 100 Top u2200 $200, 100.1800-1999 Section: $1,000 400 200 100 100. 1600-1799 Section:$1,000 400 200 100 100. 1400-1599 Section: $1,000 400 200 100 100.1200-1399 Section: $1,000 400 200 100 100. Under 1200 Section:$1,000 400 200 100 100. Unr capped at 300 exc in Open. EF: $69, after9/20 $89. Play-up: $20. GM free, IM free before 9/17 (EF subtr fromprize for all free entries). DISCOUNT: $119 if registering for both U.S.G/30 (9/28) and U.S. G/60 (9/27).Byes: One 1/2 pt bye allowed mustcommit by start of Rd. 2. Reenter with 1/2pt bye in Rd. 1 for $33. Sept2014 Supp, CCA min, TD disc used to place players accurately. SIDEKIDS EVENT for K-12 students rated under 1000: 4SSxG/60 d6 in 5sections based on rating: 800-999, 600-799, 400-599, 200-399, u200.Prizes: Trophies to Top 15 players in each section and Top 5 Clubs &Top 5 Schools in each section. Top 3 players count for team score. EF:$49, after 9/20 $69. DISCOUNT: $79 if registering for both U.S. G/30(9/28) and U.S. G/60 (9/27). Play-up: $20. Schedule for all sections:On-site Reg: 8:30-9am. Rounds: 9:30a, 12:30p, 3p, 5:30p. Blitz Event:G/5 d0; Reg: Sun, 9/28, 5-5:45pm, Rounds 6-7:45p, total 8-10 rounds.EF: $14, $16 onsite. 75% of EFs returned as prizes. Reg. online: http://BayAreaChess.com/my/usg60g30 ormail payments to BayAreaChess,1639 A S. Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Rfnd fee: $20. Organizers: Dr.Judit Szatary and Dr. Salman Azhar. TDs: NTD Tom Langland, NTD JohnMcCumiskey, and others. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/[email protected]. T: 919-265-7560. W.

SEPT. 28, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Game/30 Championship5SS, G/30 d5 - $8,000 b/193 fully paid entries - 60% guaranteed. SantaClara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara, CA95054. Park free. Hotel: $85 at Biltmore (408)988-8411. In 4 sections:Open Section (1900+): $1,500, 700, 300, 100, Top u2100 $200 100.1600-1899 Section: $1,000, 400, 100, 100. 1300-1599 Section: $1,000, 400,100, 100. Under 1300 Section: $1,000, 400, 100, 100. Unr capped at200 exc in Open. EF: $69, after 9/20 $89. Play-up: $20. GM free, IMfree before 9/17 (EF subtr from prize for all free entries). DISCOUNT:$119 if registering for both U.S. G/30 (9/28) and U.S. G/60 (9/27).Byes: One 1/2 pt bye allowed must commit by start of Rd. 2. Reenterwith 1/2pt bye in Rd. 1 for $33. Sept 2014 Supp, CCA min, TD discr usedto place players accurately. SIDE KIDS EVENT for K-12 students ratedunder 1000: 5SSxG/30 d5 in 4 sections based on rating: 800-999, 600-799, 400-599, 200-399, u200. Prizes: Trophies to Top 15 players in eachsection and Top 5 Clubs & Top 5 Schools in each section. Top 3 playerscount for team score. EF: $49, after 9/20 $69. DISCOUNT: $79 if regis-tering for both U.S. G/30 (9/28) and U.S. G/60 (9/27). Play-up: $20.Schedule for all sections: On-site Reg: 8:30-9am. Rounds: 9:30a, 11a,1p, 2:30p, 4p. Blitz Event: G/5 d0; Reg: Sun, 9/28, 5-5:45pm, Rounds6-7:45p, total 8-10 rounds. EF: $14, $16 onsite. 75% of EFs returned asprizes. Reg. online: http:// BayAreaChess.com/my/usg60g30 or Mailpayments to BayAreaChess, 1639 A S. Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035.Rfnd fee: $20. Organizers: Dr. Judit Szatary and Dr. Salman Azhar.TDs: NTD Tom Langland, NTD John McCumiskey, and others. Info:

http://BayAreaChess.com/usg60g30. [email protected]. T: 919-265-7560. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 24-25, PENNSYLVANIA2014 U.S. Blind Chess Championship - NOTE DATE CHANGENOTE DATE CHANGE: Oct. 24-25 NOT Oct. 10-11. USCF & U.S. BrailleChess Association (USBCA) are sponsoring this USCF National event. 4SS or 4 RR (depends on # of players), G/135 d0. Holiday Inn ExpressHotel (newly renovated), 5311 Campbells Run Road (near airport), Pitts-burgh, PA 15277, (412) 788-8400. Free shuttle to/from airport. EF: Free.Reg.: Onsite - Thurs. Oct. 23: 6-8pm, Fri. Oct. 24: 9-9:30am. Rds.: (ten-tative), Fri. Oct. 24 not Oct. 10: 10-4, Sat. Oct. 25 not Oct. 11: 9-3. PrizeFund: $1,400 GTD: 1st: $400, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $200, 4th: $100, $100-Best player U1400, $100- Class E (1000-1199), $100- Class F (800-999),$100- Best Unrated players. NOTE: All players must be classified asLegally Blind and bring proof. You must also be a current member ofthe USCF for $18 a year. You can join the USCF at the event! HR: $128nite; code: USB. Contact: Rick Varchetto, [email protected]: (h) 304-636-4034, (c) 304-614-4034 or Joan DuBois, [email protected], (c) 931-200-3412.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 31-NOV. 2 OR 1-2, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 100 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Class Championship6SS, G/120 +30 (2.5 day: rds. 1-3: G/90 d5, 2day rds. 1-3 G/61 d5).Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara,CA 95054. Park free & watch 49ers host the Rams on Sunday. Hotel:$99 at Biltmore (see link athttp://BayAreaChess.com/usclass or call408-988-8411 with group ID 1269063). Prize Fund: 20,000 b/277 (73%guar).Sections & Prizes: 2200+ (FIDE rated) $3,000-1,500-700-300,2000-2199: $1,500-700-300-200 1800-1999: $1,500-700-300-200,1600-1799: $1,500-700-300-200, 1400-1599: $1,500-700-300-200,1200-1399: $1,000-500-200-150,1000-1199: $1,000-500-200-150. Unrmax $300 exc Open. Oct 2014 Supp, CCA min, and TD discretion used toplace players accurately. Reg.: Fri 10-11am, Fri 6-6:30pm, & Sat 8:30-9am. Rds.: 3-day: Fri 11:30a, 5:30p, Sat 11:30a, 5:30p, Sun 9:30a 3p.2.5-day: Fri 7p, Sat 10a, 1:45p, 5:30p, Sun 9:30a 3p. 2-day: Sa 9:30a,12:15p, 2:45p, 5:30p, Su 9:30a 3p.Byes: Two 1/2 pt bye allowed mustcommit by start of Rd. 3. EF: $109, after 10/21 $134. Playup +$25. GMfree, IM free before 10/15 (EF subtr from prize for all free entries).KIDS 1-DAY SIDE EVENT on NOV 2 for K-12 students rated under1000: 5SS x G/30 d5 in 5 sections based on rating: 800-999, 600-799,400-599, 200-399, u200. U1000 Prizes: Trophies to Top 15 players ineach section and Top 5 Clubs & Top 5 Schools in each section. Top 3players count for team score. EF:$39, after 10/21 $54. Playup: +$10.Change fee: +$20. U1000 Rds: Reg: 8:30-9am. Rounds: 9:30a, 11a,12:30p, 2:00p, 3:30p. Blitz Side Event: G/5 d0; Reg: Sun, 9/28, 8-8:15pm, Rounds 8-10:30p, total 8-10 rounds. EF: $12, $15 onsite. 75%of EFs returned as prizes. Reg. online: http://bayareachess.com/my/usclass orMail payments to BayAreaChess, 1639A S. Main St., Milpitas,CA 95035. Rfnd fee: $20. Organizers: Dr. Judit Sztaray and Dr. SalmanAzhar. TDs: NTD Tom Langland and NTD John McCumiskey, and others.Info: http://bayareachess.com/usclass. [email protected]. T:408-409-6596. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!DEC. 27-30, TEXAS2014 Pan American Intercollegiate Team Chess ChampionshipUniversity of Texas at Brownsville. 6SS, G/90 + 30 sec. increment.Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island, TX. FIDE rated (tournament willuse FIDE rules). Intercollegiate Tournament Format: 4-Player Teams,up to 2 alternates. Open to university, college, community college, andtechnical college teams from North and South America and the Caribbean.Teams must supply letter from their universities stating that the playersmeet eligibility requirements—for more details go online to www.col-legechess.org. EF: $200/team by 12/5, $240 thereafter and at site.Prizes: trophies or plaques to top 6 teams, 1st-place in Divisions II(2000-2199), Division III (1800-1999), Division IV (1600-1799), andDivision V (U1600) Team, Top international team, Top Women’s team,Top alternate, Top boards 1-4, Top community college, Top four-yearsmall college (under-5,000 enrollment), biggest team-upset, biggestindividual upset. Reg.: Deadline 4 p.m. 12/27 Rds: Rd. 1: 12/27 6 pm,Rd. 2: 12/28 10 am, Rd. 3: 5 pm, Rd. 4: 12/29 10 am, Rd. 5: 5 pm, andRd. 6: 12/30 9 am. Opening reception: 12/27 at 4 p.m. Closing ceremony:12/30 at 3 pm. ENT: UTB Chess Program, Student Union 1.20, One WestUniversity Blvd., Brownsville, TX 78520. INFO: [email protected] (956) 882-5761. HR: $85-85-85-85 + tax (up to 4 in a room with2 breakfasts included daily per room). FREE: parking, wifi, refrig andmicrowave in every room. Reserve by 12/11 for chess rate. (956) 761-8700 Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island, 7010 Padre Blvd., SouthPadre Island, TX 78597. http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/

texas/hilton-garden-inn-south-padre-island-BROSPGI/index.html. Boardsand pieces provided. Bring clocks, digital only.W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 13-14, MARYLANDTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 UMBC Championship5SS, G/90, +30incr. University of Maryland, Baltimore County, 1000Hilltop Circle, Baltimore (in Commons, 3rd floor). Open: (All) $$1260:$400-300-200 Gtd., Class prizes $120 ea. to top U2300, U2100, U1900.Top UMBC student awarded trophy & title of 2014-2015 UMBC ChessChampion. Certificates & UMBC Class titles to top UMBC students U2200,U2000, U1800, U1600, U1400, U1200, & Unr. All prospective membersof any UMBC Chess Team for academic year 2014-2015 must play inthis section. Free ent. to GMs, $50 deducted from any prizes. U1800:(U1800/Unr.) $$1080 b/40: $350-250-150, Class prizes $110 ea. to topU1600, U1400. No Unr. player may win more than $250 in this section.See separate TLA for rated beginners tournament held 9/13. All: EF:$50 if postmarked by 9/1, $60 later, $10 less if under age 20. Reg.:8:30-9:30am Sat., Rds.: 10-3-7:30pm Sat, 10:30-3:30pm Sun. Byes: Upto three 1/2-pt. byes avail. in Rds. 1-5 if req’d at least 1 hr. before Rd.(before Rd. 2 for any Rd. 4-5 bye), but only at most one 1/2-point bye inRds. 4-5. HR: La Quinta Inn and Suites, 1734 West Nursery Rd., Linthicum,MD 21090, 410-859-2333, www.lq.com (From I-95, take Exit 47A ontoI-195 towards BWI Airport. Take Exit 2A onto 295 north towards Balti-more; take first exit, bearing right onto West Nursery Road.) Directionsto UMBC: Take Exit 47B off I-95 & follow signs to UMBC. Park in Lot 9or 16. Ent: Dr. Alan T. Sherman, Dept. of CSEE, UMBC, Attn: Championship,1000 Hilltop Cir., Baltimore, MD 21250. Make out check to UMBC. Formore information: [email protected], (410) 455-8499, www.umbc.edu/chess. W.

SEPT. 14, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 2014 Westwood Fall Open5SS, G/45 d5. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA 90025, 2nd fl. 1 Open sec-tion, EF: $60; $50 LACC members. Free new/renewing LACC members.$5 off if notified by 9/13. Reg.: 9:00-9:45 am. Rds.: 10, 12, 1:45,3:15, 4:45. Byes: Up to two 1/2 pt. byes available. Prizes: $$ 1,500(b/45 - $750 Guaranteed). 1st-5th: $400-200-100-50-50 U2000: $100.U1800: $200- $100; U1600: $100–Digital Clock; U1400: $100-Clock. Ent:LACC, Box 251774, LA, CA 90025. Info: Mick Bighamian: Cell (310) 795-5710; [email protected] or www.LAChessClub.com. Parking:Free on streets, BoA, or basement.

SEPT. 16, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED)Marshall Masters FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to 2000+ and players with a plus score in anyMCC Open or U2300 event since the previous Masters. $620 GTD: 250-150-100.Top U2400 60, Top U2300 30, Biggest upset 30. EF: $40, Mbr$30. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req. atentry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W 10thSt., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, FLORIDATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 (ENHANCED)22nd annual Southern Open5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). WyndhamOrlando Resort, 8001 International Dr., Orlando 32819. Free parking.$$14,000 based on 180 paid entries (re-entries & U1300 count half),$8400 (60% each prize) minimum guaranteed. In 4 sections. Open:$1800-900-500-300, clear or tiebreak winner $100 bonus, top Under2300/Unr $800-400. Under 2100: $1400-700-400-200, top Under1900/Unr $600-300. Under 1700: $1200-600-300-200, top Under 1500(no unr) $400-200. Under 1300: $600-300-200-100, top Under 1100 (nounr) $200-100, plaques to top Under 1000, Under 800, Under 600,Unrated. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player“team” combined score among all sections: $600-400-200. Team averagemust be under 2200; teammates may play in different sections; teamsmust register (no extra fee) by 2 pm 9/20; teammate pairings avoidedbut possible. Unrated may not win over $200 in U1300 or $500 U1700.Top 3 sections EF: $105 online at chessaction.com by 9/17, $110phoned to 406-896-2038 by 9/15, 3-day $108, 2-day $107 mailed by9/10, all $120 (no checks, credit cards OK) at site, or online until 2hours before game. GMs free; $100 deducted from prize. U1300 SectionEF: all $40 less than above. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually

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Effective with TLAs submitted after November 10, 2010, the following additional rules apply to Grand Prix tournaments: 1) The guaranteed first prize must be at least $150. 2) No more than one prizeunder $100 may count towards the Grand Prix point total. 3) Prizes below the maximum entry fee do not count towards the Grand Prix point total. Also include full time control noting increment or timedelay even if delay is zero (d0).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix: A Junior Grand Prix event must have four or more rounds with a time control greater than 65 min. Please see: www.uschess.org/data page/JPG-Rules.php forcomplete Rules.

SUBMISSIONS: E-mail your tla to: [email protected] (Joan DuBois). For tla deadline schedule, formatting help and Grand Prix information see pg. 69 and 70 of the March 2014 issue or checkwww.uschess.org/go/tlainfo. Payment can be done online through the TD/Affiliate area or sent to: U.S. Chess, TLA Dept., PO Box 3967, Crossville, TN 38557.

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used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with paper mag-azine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, YoungAdult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40,Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. Re-entry $60; not available in OpenSection. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5,Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 &5, Sun 10 & 3:30. All: Half point byes OK all, limit 2, Open must commitbefore rd 2, others before rd. 3. HR: $89-89 (no resort fee), 1-800-421-8001, 407-351-2420; reserve by 9/4 or rate may increase. Car rental:Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, or reserve car online through chess-tour.com. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham,NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance entries posted atchessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, MICHIGANTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cupwith Co-Sponsorship from Michigan Chess Festival, LLC. 3 Sections:OPEN, RESERVE (U1700), NOVICE (Sat. only). 6-SS. 2- & 3-Day Sched-ules. SITE: ADOBA HOTEL-DEARBORN, 600 Town Center Dr., Dearborn,MI 48126 (Directions and Lodging Info below). USCF and MCA member-ships required—can be purchased on site. Online Registration atwww.onlineregistration.cc. Prize Fund $3,150, 80% Guar. OPENAND RESERVE EF (see Novice below) by Tues, Sept. 16th; Add $10after: 3-Day OPEN: $63. 2-Day OPEN: $62 IM’s and GM’s FREE! (ef of$60 deducted from prize). 3-Day RESERVE (u1700): $53. 2-Day RESERVE(u1700): $52. Schedules merge after RD. 2. Up to TWO 1/2-pointbyes available—must be requested prior to start of RD. 3. 3-DAYSCHEDULE: TL: Rds. 1-4, G/90 d5, Rds. 5-6, G/120 d5. Rds.: Fri: 7 PM.Sat: 10;30, 2:30, 7. Sun: 10, 2:30. REG.: Fri, 5:00-6:15 PM. 2-DAYSCHEDULE: TL: Rds. 1-2, G/45 d5. Rds. 3-4, G/90 d5. Rds. 5-6, G/120d5. Rds.: Sat: 10:30, 12:30, 2:30, 7. Sun: 10, 2:30. REG.: Sat, 8:30-9:30AM. $$: $3,150. (b/38 per section; b/min. 6 per prize section). 80%guar. each section. OPEN: $1,800: 1st $600, 2nd $350, 3rd $250; Top1900-2099, 1700-1899, 1700/Unr: $200 each. RESERVE: $1,350: 1st$400, 2nd $300, 3rd $200, TOP 1400-1599, 1200-1399, 1200/UNR: $150each. UNR eligible only for unr and Overall prizes. NOVICE (U1000)Sat, 9/20: 4-SS. G/45. EF by Tues, 9/16: $25; add $10 after. Rds.: 11,1:30, 3:30, 7. REG.: 8:30-10 am. $$: TROPHIES for 1st, 2nd, 3rd,TopU800, U600, U400. Special Guest Appearance on Saturday Morningby MRS. HAROLD STEEN. Come meet and hear this interesting woman-even if you’re not playing! You’ll be glad you came! IM or GM LECTURE:Sat., Sept. 20, 2014; 6-7 P.M. ($10). Headphone/Cell phone use Rulesposted on site. LODG, DIR:: ADOBA HOTEL-DEARBORN, 600 TownCenter Dr., Dearborn, MI 48126. Located North of Michigan Ave., Southof Hubbard St, East of Evergreen Rd, West of Southfield Rd. For maps,go online to: www.yahoo.com. Room Rate: $92. Reservations: Goonline to www.adobadearborn.com or call (313) 592-3622. Ask for

the HAROLD Steen Chess rate. Entries & Info: Dr. Ed Mandell, AllThe King’s Men, 586) 558-4790. Email address: [email protected].

SEPT. 20, NEW JERSEYTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 Cherry Street Open4-SS. G/55 d5. New Address: 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ07065. EF: $60, members $50, IM $30, GM free (IM/GM -30 from prize).Prize Fund: $1000 Guaranteed! Prizes: $250-150, U2300 $150, U2100$150, U1900 $150, U1600 $100, Biggest Upset $50. Reg.: 10:15-10:50a.m. Rds.: 11:00 a.m., 1:30, 3:45, 6:00 p.m. 1 bye allowed, commit priorto game 3. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 20-21, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 2014 Botvinnik Memorial(A sponsored tournament) 6SS, G/61 d5, 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA90025, 2nd fl. 1 Open section. EF: $70; $50 LACC members; No prizes1/2, Spouses/siblings 1/2, $20 new LACC members, Free new LACCLife members!. $20 no prizes, $5 off if notified by 9/26. Reg.: Sat 10-11:30 am. Rds.: 12, 2, 4 pm each day. Byes: Up to three 1/2-point byesavailable. 1-Day option I: Play 1 day- no 1/2 pt byes- 1/2 EF. 1-Dayoption II: Play 1 day & receive three 1/2 pt byes- Full EF. Prizes: $$1,500($750 Guaranteed). 1st-3rd $400-200-100 U2000: $100. U1800: $200-100-$50; U1600: $100–50; U1400: $100-50; U1200/unrated: $50. Info:Mick Bighamian: (310) 795-5710; [email protected] or www.LAChessClub.com. Parking: Free on streets, BoA, or basement.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 21, NEW JERSEYTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED)Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA Open ChampionshipSite: Bergen Academy, 200 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, NJ 07601.Open to All Ages With Rating above 1400. 4SS, G/61 d5. Prize Fund 1st- 3rd $300, $250, $200, U2200, U2000, U1800, U1600 each $100 BestUnder 13 Years Old $75, Best Over 55 Years Old $75. Reg. Ends at 9 AMOnly one 1/2-point bye allowed, if requested before the start of roundtwo. EF: Adv (pmk. By Sept 17th) $40, AT Site $45. GMs Free Entry.INFO: 201 287 0250 or [email protected]. $$b/40: Prize FundWill Not Be Reduced Below 70%. Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 2:15 PM,4:30 PM. ENT: Make EF payable to: International Chess Academy. MailTo: Diana Tulman, 28 Canterbury Ln., New Milford, NJ 07646. INFO:www.icanj.net. W.

SEPT. 26, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Marshall $500 Friday Night Blitz! - FIDE Blitz Rated (BLZ)9-SS, G/3 d2. $500: $200-100, top U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800:$50 Highest rating (regular, quick or blitz) used for pairings & prizes.EF: $30, Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-7:30-7:50-8:10-8:40-9-9:20-9:40-10pm. Reg.:

6:15-6:45. Max three byes, req. at entry. Blitz rated. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, CONNECTICUTTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)5th Annual Hartford Open5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/60 d10). SheratonHartford Hotel, 1 Bradley Airport (visible at airport entrance), WindsorLocks, CT 06096 (I-91 Exit 40 to Rt. 20). Free parking. $5000 guaranteedprize fund. In 4 sections. Open: $700-400-200, U2210/Unr $300-150.Under 2010: $500-250-130, top U1810/Unr $300-150. Under 1610:$400-200-100, top U1410/Unr $180-90. Under 1210: $200-100-50, tro-phies to first 3, top U1000, U800, U600, Unrated. Unrated may not winover $120 in U1210 or $250 in U1610. Mixed doubles: $400-200 bonusto best male/female combined score among all sections. Team averagemust be under 2200; may play in different sections; teams must registerby 2 pm 9/27; teammate pairings avoided but possible. Top 3 sectionsEF: $68 online at chessaction.com by 9/24, $75 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 9/22, 3-day $73, 2-day $72 if check mailed by 9/17, $80 at site,or online until 2 hours before game. No mailed credit card entries.U1210 Section EF: all $20 less than above. No checks at site, creditcards OK. GMs, IMs & WGMs free, $60 deducted from prize. Online EF$3 less to CSCA or WMCA members. Re-entry $40; not available in OpenSection. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated.Special 1 year USCF dues with paper magazine if paid with entry.Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15.Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic$20. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5,Sun 10 & 3:30. Bye: all, limit 2; must commit before rd. 2. HR: $98-98,860-627-5311; reserve by 9/12 or rate may increase. Ent: chessaction.comor Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service chargefor refunds. Questions: www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entriesposted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!SEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, ALABAMATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)Alabama State Chess Championship5SS, 40/100 SD30 d10. (2-day option rds. 1-2 G/75 d5). $$2600 gtdprize fund. Ferguson Center, 751 Campus Dr., The University of Alabama,Tuscaloosa, AL 35487. EF: $50 by Sept. 24; on site $65. Sections: Cham-pionship (1700+); Reserve (U1800 and under). Prizes: Championship:1st: $500, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $220, U2200: $210, U2000: $200. Reserve1st: $350, 2nd $250, U1600: $200, U1400: $190, U1200:$180. 3-DayOption: Reg.: Fri. 4:00 – 4:30 pm; Rds.: Fri. 5pm, Sat.10-5:00, Sun.8:30-2:30. 2-Day Option: Reg.: Sat. 9:15 – 9:30 am. First 2 rds.: Sat.10-1:30; then merge with 3-day schedule. Bye: Limit 2, commit before

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Oct 8-13, 10-13, 11-13 or 12-13 - Columbus Day weekend - Hyatt Regency Crystal City7 ROUNDS, $40,000 PROJECTED PRIZES, $20,000 MINIMUM

Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington VA 22202.Free shuttle to Metro & Reagan NationalAirport. Valet parking $6/day. Rooms$97-97-107-117, 703-418-1234, reserveby 9/24.

4-day option (all sections): 10/10-13,40/110, SD/30, d10.

6-day option (U1700 & above): 10/8-13, 40/110, SD/30, d10.

3-day option (all sections): 10/11-13,rounds 1-2 G/60, d10; merges with above.

2-day option (U2100 & below):10/12-13, rounds 1-4 G/30, d10, thenmerges with above.

Premier: Open to 1900/over. $5000-2500-1200-800-500, clear/tiebreak 1st$100 bonus, U2300 $2000-1000. FIDE,150 GPP.

Under 2100: $4000-2000-1000-500-400, top U1900/Unr $2000-1000.

Under 1700: $3000-1500-800-500-400. Top U1500 (no unr) $1600-800.

Under 1300: $2000-1000-500-300-200, top U1100 (no unr) $800-400.

Prize limits: Unrated limit $500 inU1300, $1000 U1700, or $1500 U2100.

Mixed Doubles bonus prizes: bestmale/female 2-player team combined scoreamong all sections: $1000-600-400-200.Team must average under 2200;teammates may play in different sections;teams must register (no extra fee) beforeboth players begin rd 2; prize limits do notapply to mixed doubles.

Entry fee: $185 online at chessaction.com by 10/7, $190 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/6 (entry only, no questions), 6-day $191, 4-day $189, 3-day $188, 2-day$187 if check mailed by 9/29, all $200 atsite until 1 hour before game, or onlineuntil 2 hours before game.

Unrated in U1300 Section: All $100less than above.

Re-entry $80; no re-entry fromPremier to Premier.

No checks at site, credit cards OK.All schedules merge & compete for

same prizes.

6-day reg. ends Wed 6 pm, rds. Wed7 pm, Thu 7 pm, Fri 7 pm, Sat 6 pm, Sun6 pm, Mon 10 am & 3:30 pm.

4-day reg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7,Sat 12 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30.

3-day reg. ends Sat 11 am, rds Sat12, 3 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30.

2-day reg. ends Sun 9 am, rds Sun10, 12, 2, 4 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30.

Byes: OK all, limit 3 (limit 2 in last 4rounds), must commit before round 3.

All: Prizes based on 280 entries(reentries, unr count half). Oct officialratings used; unofficial usually used ifotherwise unr. Bring set, board, clock ifpossible- none supplied..

Entry: chessaction.com or ContinentalChess, Box 8482, Pelham NY 10803. $15service charge for refunds. Quicktournament Saturday night, Blitz Sundaynight. Special USCF dues: see Chess Lifeor chesstour.com.

Entries are posted at chessaction.com(online entries posted instantly).



rd. 2. Memb. Req’d: $10 (AL). Ent: Online atwww.freedomchessacademy.org or mail to Freedom Chess Academy, PO Box 2356, Tuscaloosa, AL35403. Info: www.freedomchessacademy.org. All proceeds to charity.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!SEPT. 26-28, NEW MEXICOTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 New Mexico Open & 2014 NM State Championshipat the Joseph A. Fidel Center on the New Mexico Tech Campus, Socorro,NM. Sept 26, 27 & 28. 5/SS. For all sections except Morphy G/120 d5sec.Rds.: Fri: 2pm or 6pm (your choice), Sat: 10am, 4pm, Sun: 10am 4pm.Open Section: EF: $35; $$220/165/75/50/, Best <2000: $40; biggestupset: $40/b20 in section. Reserve Section (<1800): EF $30;$$165/115/55/35, Best <1600: $35, biggest upset $35/b25 in section.Booster Section (<1400): EF $25.00; $$: $100/$70/$40/$30, Best<1200: $30, biggest upset $30/b25 in section. Morphy Section (<1000):EF $20 $$80/$45/30, Best <750: $30. Reg. for Morphy on site Fri. 3pmto 7pm & Sat. 9-9:30. Rds. for Morphy Sect, Sat: 10am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm.Unrated eligible only for 50% of prizes in Reserve, Booster, Morphy Sec-tions. One (1) one half (1/2) point bye may be selected in writing on theentry form or 1pm Friday. Tie breaks will be posted at site <1st Rd. tobe used for State Champion’s individual plaque which goes to highestfinish by NM resident in the Open and for the State Women’s Champion’sindividual plaque, which will be awarded to the highest finishing femaleresident of the State of New Mexico competing in the Open Section.Advance Reg: Pay to NMCO, Box 4215, Albuquerque, NM 87196. Toavoid late fee, postmark by 9/23. Deadline for PayPal is 9/24, Pay Palmust have valid USCF ID and phone or email contact or will be chargedadditional $15 late fee on site. Special Pay Pal entry form is availableon nmchess.org. Reg: on site: cash/check only plus Late fee $15. Friday12:30pm to 1:15pm, Arrivals for on site reg. after 1:15pm Friday will begiven a Round 1 forced 1/2 pt. bye. TD reserves option to place latearrival in a playing section without penalty if needed to make an evennumber of players. $5 Family discount after one full price entry. NMCOannual meeting & elections Sun 2:00 pm. Info: directions, list of recom-mended Motels see nmchess.org ask for chess rate. W.

SEPT. 27, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Game/60 ChampionshipSee Nationals.

SEPT. 28, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Game/30 ChampionshipSee Nationals.

A State Championship Event!SEPT. 28, PENNSYLVANIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 2014 PA State Game/60 Championship

4SS, G/60 d5. Wm. Pitt Union, Univ. of Pitt., 5th & Bigelow, PittsburghPA 15213. 3 Sections, $$ (695G): Champ: EF: $30 by 9/20, $40 later.$200-100, U2000 $75, U1800 $50. Premier: U1600. EF: $25 by 9/20,$35 later. $90-60, U1400 $50, U1200 $40, U1000 $30. Trophies to Top2, Top 2 U1400, Top 2 U1200, Top 2 U1000. Scholastic: Grades K-12U900. EF: $15 by 9/20, $25 later. Trophies to Top 7, Top 3 U600. All:Trophies: Top 2 Schools, Top 2 Clubs. PSCF $5, OSA. Reg ends 10am. Rds.:10:30-1-3:15-5:45. Ent/Info: PSCF, c/o Tom Martinak, 25 Freeport St.,Pittsburgh, PA 15223, 412-908-0286, [email protected]. W.

A State Championship Event!SEPT. 28, NEVADATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Nevada Quick Chess Championship (QC)7-SS, G/15 inc 5. Tonapah Station Ramada, 1137 Erie St., Tonopah 89049.$$ 200-100. U1900, U1700, U1500, U1300 each 50. Title & trophy topNV resident. EF: $20 by 9/22, $30 after. Memb req’d ($6, free if playedin NV North vs South match 9/27). Reg. 9-9:30, Rd. 1 at 10. HR: $62.50.ENT: Alan Losoff, PO Box 90925, Henderson, NV 89002 or www.nevadachess.org.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 3-5, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)Temecula Chess Club Fall OpenTemecula Chess Club, 27403 Ynez Rd., Suite 213, Temecula, CA 92591.OPEN prizes 100% GTD; other prizes 50% Gtd. In 2 Sections, OPEN:6SS, G/90 +30, $$: $500-300-200. U1800: 6SS, G/90 +30, Open to1800 & under. ALL: EF: $70. $55 for Temecula Chess Club Members.Prizes: OPEN-500-300-200; U1800 100-50-25; U1600 100-50-25; U140075-50-25. Rds.: F 7p, Sa 9: 30a 2p 6:30p, Su 9:30a, 2p. ENT:www.temeculachess.com/events. INFO: Guy Reams [email protected]. www.temeculachess.com.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 3-5 OR 4-5, OHIOTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED)2nd Annual Wright Brothers OpenAt Dayton Chess Club, 18 West 5th St., Dayton, OH. 5-SS, 30/90, SD/60d5 (2-day schedule, rd. 1 G/90 d5). Wonderful Playing Site – “Thefinest chess club in the USA,” GM Alex Goldin. All games played inbeautiful lower level site at the Dayton Chess Club. Only one half blockfrom the beautiful Crown Plaza Hotel. Free Parking weekends and week-days after 6 p.m. Spaghetti Warehouse, Subway, McDonalds, BrunchClub, and Arby’s all within a 2 to 7 minute walk. $10,300 in PRIZES,GUARANTEED, 3 Sections: Open: $2000-1400-1000-600 & U2000 600-400; Premier/U1800: $800-400-300-200 & U1600 300-200; Reserve/U1400: $700-400-300-200 & U1200 300-200. Entry Fees: $108 if mailedor registered online by Sep 19, 2014, thereafter $128. Free to 2400 &above $100 deducted from winnings), DCC mbrs $5 disc. Ohio GrandPrix event, OCA members deduct $3 from EF. 3-day schedule: Reg.Fri. 5- 6:30pm, Rds: Fri 7pm; Sat. 2pm & 7:30pm; Sun 9:30am, 3pm. 2-

day schedule: Reg. Sat. 8:30- 9:30am. Rd.1 at 10am, then merges with3-day. Re-entry: $35. Any player who loses Fri night may re-enter for$35 and loss will not count in tournament standings. One 1/2pt byeavailable in Rds.1-4 (request prior to R1). Unrated players may play inany section with prizes limited to 1/3 except in OPEN with balance tonext player(s). $25 upset prize each section. HOTEL: CROWN PLAZAHOTEL “Where Elegance Meets Style in the Heart of Downtown” beau-tifully remodeled 4 star hotel at 33 E. 5th St., 1/2 block from playingsite, (888)-233-9527, with the incredible rate of only $94/nite (up to 4)plus tax, ask for Wright Brothers Open rate, 4 Sep cutoff, reserveearly, free parking and a magnificent view of the Miami Valley from therestaurant on the top floor. FREE COFFEE, TEA, & Donuts Saturdayand Sunday Mornings at the Dayton Chess Club for players, parents,and spouses. ENTRIES: Mail to Dayton Chess Club, 18 West 5th St.,Dayton, OH 45402 or register online at www.DaytonChess-Club.com.No cks at site.

A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!OCT. 3-5 OR 4-5, SOUTH CAROLINATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 75th S.C. Championships5SS, G/120 d5 (2day schedule Rd.1 G/90 d5). Hilton Garden Inn, 434Columbiana Dr., Columbia, SC 29212 (803) 407-6640. $2,700 b/60($1,350 GTD) In 3 Sections (trophy to 1st & 2nd S.C. player in eachsection): Open/Championship: $600-300-150 u2200-$150 u2000-$150.Amateur(u1800): $300-150 u1600-$150. Reserve(u1400): $300-150u1200-$150 u1000-$150. EF: $60 if rec’d by 10/01; $70 at site; $35 re-entry; Special “trophy only” entry: $20; not eligible for prize money(out-of-state not eligible for trophy or prize money but can enter at thisrate). SCCA memb. req’d($10 Adult, $5 Junior, under 19), OSA. Byes:avail. all rds, Rds. 4 or 5 must commit before 2nd rd. (irrevocable; onlyone bye avail. on Sunday). 3 day schedule: Reg. ends 7pm, Fri. Rds.8,2-8,9-2:30. 2 day schedule: Reg. ends 7pm, Fri. 9am Sat. Rd. 1 at10am, then merge with 3 day. HR: $89 (reserve by 9/01; mention chesstnt.) 803-407-6640. Other info: More $$ per extra regular entries.“Trophy only” entries do not count toward “based on” entries. Freeentry to masters ($60 deducted from any winnings). Unrateds must playin Open/Championship section unless TD can verify their playing strengthin order to assign into lower sections. (Unrateds only eligible for placeprizes in sections they play.) Annual SCCA meeting held 1-2pm on Sunday.SC Championship title to top SC player. Info/Reg/Pmt: S.C. Chess Assn.c/oDavid Y. Causey, Treasurer, 741 Dragoon Dr., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464,[email protected]. (Please indicate whether playing in 2 or 3 dayschedule and indicate any byes when pre-registering. Be sure to includepayment to receive early entry fee otherwise $70 at site.)

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 3-5, 4-5 OR 5, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED)


23rd annual Midwest Class ChampionshipsOctober 10-12 or 11-12, 2014 - Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel

$20,000 PROJECTED PRIZES, ODD CLASSES THIS YEAR

5 rounds, 40/110,SD/30, d10 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/60, d10).

Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel,601 N Milwaukee Av, Wheeling IL 60090(from Chicago, I-294 N to Milwaukee AveN; from Milwaukee, I-94 to Lake Cook Rdto Milwaukee Ave South.) Free parking.

In 7 sections. Prizes $20,000 basedon 250 paid entries (re-entries andU1100 Section count as half entries), elsein proportion except $10,000 (50% eachprize) minimum guaranteed. JuniorGrand Prix points available.

Premier (1900/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear or tiebreak win $100,U2300 $800-400. FIDE rated, 60 GrandPrix Points (enhanced).

1700-2099: $1400-700-400-200.1500-1899: $1400-700-400-200.1300-1699: $1300-700-400-200.1100-1499: $1200-600-400-200.Under 1300: $1000-500-300-200.Under 1100: $500-300-200-100,

plaques to top 3, top Under 900, Under700, Under 500, Unrated.

Unrated prize limits: U1100 $200,U1300 $350, 1100-1499 $500, 1300-1699$700, 1500-1899 $900.

Mixed doubles bonus prizes: bestmale/female 2-player team combinedscore among all sections: $800-400-200.Team must average under 2200;teammates may play in different sections;teams must register by 2 pm 10/11.

Top 6 sections entry fee: $105online at chessaction.com by 10/8, $110phoned to 406-896-2038 (entry only, noquestions) by 10/8, 3-day $113, 2-day$112 mailed by 10/1, all $120 (no checks,credit cards OK) at site, or online until 2hours before game..

Under 1100 entry fee: All $50 lessthan above.

Special 1 year USCF dues withpaper magazine if paid with entry. Onlineat chessaction. com, Adult $30, YoungAdult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed,phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, YoungAdult $30, Scholastic $20. USCFmembership required.

Advance entry fee $5 less to ICAmembers; join/renew at il-chess.org.

Re-entry: $50 (not available to gofrom Premier to Premier).

3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 6pm, rounds Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 am & 5 pm,Sun 10 am & 3:30 pm.

2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10am, rds. Sat 11 am, 2:pm & 5 pm; Sun.10 am & 3:30 pm

Half point byes OK all, limit 2,Premier must commit before rd 2, othersbefore rd 3.

All: Bring board, clock, set if possible-none supplied. Unofficial web ratingsusually used if otherwise unrated.

Hotel rates: $105-105-105-105,800-937-8461, 847-777-6500, reserveby9/26 or rate may increase.

Entry: www.chessaction.com orContinental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham NY10803. Refunds, $15 service charge.Entries posted at chessaction.com (onlineentries posted instantly).

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Marshall October Grand Prix! - FIDE Rated5-SS, 40/120 SD/30 d5. $820 GTD: $300-150-100 U2200 $145 U2000$125. EF: $60, Mbr $40. Reg.: Ends 15 min before round start. Max twobyes, req. at entry. USCF and FIDE rated. Schedules: 3 day Fri. 6pm,Sat. & Sun. 12:30-5:30. 2 day Sat. 11am (G/25 d5) then merge with 3day in round 2. 1 day Sun. 9-10:10-11:20 (G/25 d5) then merge in round4. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, NOV. 7, 21, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED)2014 Queens Chess Club Championship7-SS, G/120 (G/115 d5). All Saints Lutheran Church, 164-02 GoethalsAve., Jamaica, NY 11432. EF: $55 advance, $60 at site, $900 Gtd: $300-$180-$120, U2100 $108, U1800 $90, U1500 $72, upset $30. Prizesincreased proportionally if over 24 paid entries (increased by 1/3 in2013). QCC membership required ($25 for 6 mos, $20 U19/65+/female).Up to three 1/2 pt byes permitted (request prior to Rd. 4). Mail advanceentries by 9/27/14 to Ed Frumkin, 445 E. 14th St #10D, New York, NY10009. Rounds at 8:15 each Friday. No round on November 14. Rule14H not used.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 4, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 19th Annual Arkport Open4SS, Rds. 1 & 2 G/60 d5; Rds. 3 & 4 G/90 d5. Arkport Village Hall, 6Park Ave., Arkport, NY 14807. $GTD: $200 - 100, $B/25: U1800 andU1600 each $100 – 50. EF: $30 cash at site. Reg.: 9 – 9:45 a.m.,10/4/14. Rds. 10, 12, 2:15, 5:30. Director: Ronald Lohrman. Info: 607295 9858. Ent: F. K. Harris, 1 Northridge Dr., Arkport, NY 14807.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!OCT. 4-5, MISSOURITROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 2014 Missouri Open5-SS, G/110; d5. $3000 unconditionally guaranteed. Ramada Inn, 1601N. Universal Ave., Kansas City, MO 64120. Phone: 816-245-5500. HR:$59 1-4 in a room ask for “chess”rate, includes hot breakfast. 2 Sections,Open: $$400-300-200-100, A & B each 150-100-75. Reserve (Under1600 & unrated): 250-200-150-100, D, U1200& unrated each: $150-100-75. EF: $45 by 9/26, $60 at the door - cash only. Reg.: 8:30-9:3010/4. Rounds: 10, 2:30, 7; 9-1:15. Checks payable to: “Missouri ChessAssn” mail to Bob Holliman, PO Box 1871, Indep., MO 64055. MCArequired of MO residents, OSA. Info: www.chessmasterbob.com.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 4-5, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 Kingstowne Chess Festival

Kingstowne Snyder Center, 6450 S. Van Dorn St., Alexandria, VA 22315.4 Sections. Open (FIDE rated): 4SS, 40/100 SD/60 d5. EF: $50 ifreceived by 10/2, $65 at site. If joining USCF for 1st time, USEF $91 ifreceived by 10/1, $106 at site. Prizes $$1000G: $400-250-125, U1800-U1600-Unr. each $75. Rds.: 10-4,10-4. Amateur (U1800-unr.): 5SS,G/100 d5. EF: $20 if received by 10/1, $35 at site. If joining USCF for1st time, USEF $61 if received by 10/1, $76 at site. Prizes $$500 b/32$180-100-70, U1600-U1400-Unr. each $50). No unrated may win morethan $140. Rds.: 10-2-6, 11:30-4. Booster (U1600-unr.): 5SS, G/100d5. EF: $15 if received by 10/1, $30 at site. If joining USCF for 1st time,USEF $56 if received by 10/1, $71 at site. Prizes $$370 b/32: $150-80-50, U1400-U1200-Unr. each $30. No unrated may win more than$100. Rds.: 10-2-6, 11:30-4. Novice (U1400-unr.): 6SS, G/75 d5. EF:$10 if received by 10/1, $25 at site. If joining USCF for 1st time, USEF$51 if received by 10/1, $66 at site. Prizes $$285 b/32: $100-70-40,U1200-U1000-Unr. each $25. No unrated may win more than $80. Rds.:10-1-4-7, 12:30-4. All: One half-point bye allowed in Open, two in othersections. Last round bye must request by start of section’s final roundSaturday, irrevocable at start of play Sunday. Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Ent(checks payable to): Don W. Millican, P.O. Box 151, Newington, VA22122. E-mail (info only): [email protected]. FIDE. W.

OCT. 5, MAINETROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 Freeport Quick Chess Marathon (QC)8SS, G/25 d3. Hilton Garden Inn Freeport, 5 Park St., Freeport, ME04032. EF: $23 postmarked by 9/28/2014, $28 at site. $$GTD: $200-100. U2000 $100; U1600 $100; U1200 $100; U800 $100; U400 $100.Reg.: Reg.: 9:00-9:45. Rds.: 10-11-1-2-3-4-5:30-6:30. Byes availableany round, limit two. Must be requested before round four. ENT: AlexRelyea, 49 Technology Dr. #89, Bedford, NH 03110. INFO: Alex Relyea,relyea@ operamail.com. www.relyeachess.com. W.

OCT. 5, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)Courtyard Marriott Cupertino, CA 95014. Prize: $1,210 b/44. 70% guar.1900+: $200-130-100 1500-1899: $200-100, u1700 45-45. u1500: $200-100, u1300 45-45. Oct 14 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg. 8-8:30. Rds.:9-11:45-2:40. EF: 45, econ 35 2/3 prz. after 10/2 +15, Rtd 2200+ $0by 9/25 (prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 8-13, 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)Washington Chess Congress7SS, 4-day option 40/110, SD/30 d10. 6-day option in U1700 & above,40/110, SD/30 d10. 3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10, then merges with4-day. 2-day option in U2100 & below, rds. 1-4 G/30 d10, then mergeswith others. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway,Arlington, VA 22202. Free shuttle to/from Reagan International Airport

and Crystal City Metro station (contact hotel for schedule). Prizes$40,000 based on 280 paid entries (re-entries, U1300 Section unratedscount as half entries), 50% of each prize min. guaranteed. In 4 sections:Premier: open to 1900/over. $5000-2500-1200-800-500, clear or tiebreakfirst bonus $100, top Under 2300/Unr $2000-1000. FIDE. Under 2100:$4000-2000-1000-500-400, top Under 1900/Unr $2000-1000. Under1700: $3000-1500-800-500-400, top Under 1500 (no Unr) $1600-800.Under 1300: $2000-1000-500-300-200, top Under 1100 (no Unr) $800-400. Prize limits: Unrated (0-3 lifetime games rated) cannot win over$500 in U1300, $1000 in U1700, or $1500 in U2100. Mixed doublesbonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team” combined score amongall sections: $1000-600-400-200. Team average must be under 2200;teammates may play in different sections; teams must register (no extrafee) before both players begin round 2; teammate pairings avoided butpossible. EF: $185 online at chessaction.com by 10/7, $190 phoned to406-896-2038 by 10/6, 6-day $191, 4-day $189, 3-day $188, 2-day $187if check mailed by 9/29, all $200 at site until 1 hour before game, oronline at chessaction.com until 2 hours before game. GMs free; $150deducted from prize. Unrated in U1300 Section: all $100 less. Special1 yr USCF dues with paper magazine if paid with entry: Online at ches-saction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phonedor paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. No checksat site, credit cards OK. Re-entry: $80, no re-entry from Premier Sectionto Premier Section. 6-day schedule: Reg. ends Wed 6 pm, rds. Wed 7pm, Thu 7 pm, Fri 7 pm, Sat 6 pm, Sun 6 pm, Mon 10 & 3:30. 4-dayschedule: Reg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm. Sat 12 & 6, Sun 12 & 6,Mon 10 & 3:30. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 11 am, rds. Sat 12, 3 &6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sun 9 am,rds. Sun 10, 12, 2, 4 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. Byes: OK all; limit 3 (limit 2 inlast 4 rds.), must commit before rd. 3. Bring sets, boards, clocks ifpossible- none supplied. HR: $97-97-107-117, 703-418-1234, reserveby 9/24 or rate may increase. Special chess rate valet parking $6/day,with or without guest room. Car rentals: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD#D657633 or reserve car online at chesstour.com. Ent: ContinentalChess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Questions: DirectorAtChess.US,347-201-2269, www.chesstour.com. $15 service charge for refunds.Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries postedinstantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, ILLINOISTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 (ENHANCED)23rd annual Midwest Class Championships5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). WestinChicago North Shore Hotel, 601 North Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL60090 (from Chicago, I-294 north to US-45 north; from Milwaukee, I-94to Lake Cook Rd to US-45 south). Free parking. Prizes $20,000 basedon 250 paid entries (re-entries & Under 1100 Section count as halfentries), else in proportion except $10,000 (50% of each prize) minimumguaranteed. In 7 sections; no unrated allowed in Premier. Premier

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32nd Annual Sands RegencyReno - Western States Open

An American Classic & Heritage Event!!!A Weikel Tournament

150 Grand Prix Pts. October 17-19, 2014 F.I.D.E. Rated

$25,000 (b/275) $16,250 GuaranteedEntry Fee $147 or less – 40/2 – G/1 – d5

- Room Rates: $25 Sun-Thu / $59 Fri-Sat Reservation Code: CHESS1015

Wednesday October 15th GM Sergey Kurdin Clock Simul/Analysis - $30

Thursday October 16th Simul - GM Alex Yermolinsky - $20

FREE Lecture by IM John Donaldson Blitz Tourney (G/5 d0) - $20 (80% = Prize Found)

See TLA on page _____

For more info email [email protected]

NO TOURNAMENTSIN YOUR AREA?WHY NOT ORGANIZE ONE?Do you need to go out of town for tournament play?Would you and others in your area like the convenienceof an occasional event closer to home? Organize one!

It’s not much work to hold a small tournament, andthere is little risk if you use a low-cost site and avoidguaranteed prizes. You might even make a profit! Eithera based-on Swiss with projected prizes up to $500, aQuad format, or a trophy tournament will virtually guar-antee taking in more in fees than you pay out in prizes.

The affiliation fee is just $40 a year. You will receive theannual rating supplement and have access to theTD/Affiliate area of our website.

Remember, you can both run and play in a small event.Many of them wouldn’t be held if the organizer/TDcouldn’t play.

Want to know more?Contact Joan Du Bois at [email protected]. We’ll be glad to help you be part of the promotion ofAmerican chess! 56



(1900/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear win or 1st on tiebreak $100, topU2300 $800-400. FIDE. 1700-2099: $1400-700-400-200. 1500-1899:$1400-700-400-200. 1300-1699: $1300-700-400-200. 1100-1499: $1200-600-400-200. Under 1300: $1000-500-300-200. Under 1100: $500-300-200-100, plaques to top 3, top U900, U700, U500, Unrated. Mixeddoubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team”combinedscore among all sections: $800-400-200. Team average must be under2200; teammates may play in different sections; teams must register(no extra fee) by 2 pm 10/11; teammate pairings avoided but possible.Unrated prize limits: $200 U1100, $350 U1300, $500 1100-1499, $7001300-1699, $900 1500-1899. Top 6 sections EF: $105 online at chess-action.com by 10/8, $110 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/8 (entry only,no questions), 3-day $113, 2-day $112 mailed by 10/1, all $120 at site,or online until 2 hours before first game. Under 1100 EF: all $50 lessthan above. All: No checks at site, credit cards OK. Online or mailed EF$5 less to ICA members; join/renew at il-chess.org. Unofficial uschess.orgratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dueswith magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30,Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult$40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. Re-entry $50; not available inPremier Section. GMs $90 from prize. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 6pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. endsSat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. Bye: all, limit 2; Premiermust commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 3. HR: $105-105-105-105,800-937-8461, 847-777-6500, reserve by 9/26 or rate may increase.Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. Ent: chessaction.comor Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Questions: chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds.Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries postedinstantly). Bring set, board, clock if possible- none supplied.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, FLORIDATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 Orlando Autumn Open & National Chess Day Scholastic5SS, G/120 d5 (2-day: Rd.1 G/60 d5). DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando atSeaWorld, 10100 International Dr., 32821. $$7,500/b135 (Scholastic= 1/2-entry), 70% Guaranteed. 5 Sections: Premier [FIDE Rated]$1000-500-300, U2200 $300-100. Under 2000 $700-300-200, U1800$300-100. Under 1700 $700-300-200, U1500 $300-100. Under 1400$700-300-200, U1300 $200-100. Scholastic Under 1200 $250-150,U1000 $100, U800 $100. Trophies in Scholastic to top U1200, U1000,and U800. Special OCA Awards TBD. Rated players may play up onesection only. Unrateds limited to $100 unless Place prize in Premier.EF: $75 (Scholastic U1200 $35) by October 1; $85 later (Scholastic $45);plus $5 if paid on-site. CFCC memb discount: $10 ($5 for Jr/Sr memb).Re-entry $40. Event part of CFCC $600 GP. Reg.: ends 1/2 hr before1st rd. Rd.1: 7pm Fri (2-day and Scholastic: 10am Sat at G/60;d5). Rds.:2-5: Sat 1 & 6, Sun 9 & 2. 1/2 pt. byes if req’d before rd. 2 (max 2). HR:$99 (No Resort Fee) (407) 352-1100; (Mention “Chess” or CFCC); oronline http://tinyurl.com/october2014hotel; (72-hr Cancellation fee);RESERVE BY SEP 25. Free Parking, local shuttle and WiFi with sleepingrooms; other Self-parking at $5/day/exit. Ent: CFCC, c/o Harvey Lerman,921 N. Thistle Ln., Maitland, FL 32751; or online: http://onlineregis-tration.cc by Oct 9. Info: Call 407-629-6946, (407-670-9304 for onsitecell) or www.centralflchess.org.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED)Bay Area Chess GM Sam Shankland Championship6SS, G/90 +30 (u1600 G/90 d5) 2day rds. 1-3 G/70 d5. 1639A S. MainSt., Milpitas, CA 95035. Park free. Prize: 5,000 b/89 (70% guar). 3 sects:

2000+ (FIDE) $1,000-500-200, u2300: 250-125-100. 1600-1999: $700-300-100, u1800: 200-100, u1600: $700-300-100 u1400: 125-100, u1200:100. Unr max $100 exc Open. Oct 14 Supp & TD disc. Reg.: F 6-6:45p &Sa 8-8:45a. Rds.: F 7p, Sa 9 1:20, Su 9 1:30 6. (u1600: Su 9 1 5). 2-dayRds. 1-3: Sa 9 11:50 2:40 & merge. EF: $89, after 10/6 +$20. Playup+$20. Econ EF: $69 w/ 2/3 prz. Rated 2250+ $0 by 10/1 (EF subtrfrom prize). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/champs.

OCT. 11, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)National Chess Day Blitz In Albany (BLZ)4 Rd. DBLSS, GAME/5;+2. Best Western Sovereign Hotel Albany, 1228Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203. EF: $20 for players in any NationalChess Day in Albany section, $25 otherwise. $$GTD: $200-100. U2000$100, U1600 $100. Reg.: Registration 8:00-8:45 PM. Rds.: Round 1 9 PMthen ASAP. ENT: Alex Relyea, 49 Technology Dr. #89, Bedford, NH 03110.INFO: Alex Relyea [email protected]. www.relyeachess.com. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11-12, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)National Chess Day In AlbanyBest Western Sovereign Hotel Albany, 1228 Western Ave., Albany, NY12203. HR $80 by 19 September. (518) 489-2981, ask for Relyea ChessTournament rate. In 3 Sections, Open: 4SS, 40/90, SD/30 + 30 sec.increment. Chronos use setting CH-P6, FIDE rated. $$GTD: $500-250-100. U2300 $150, U2100 $150. U1900: 4SS, 40/90, SD/30 + 30 sec.increment, analog clocks play 40/90, SD/60, Chronos use setting CH-P6, Open to 1899 & under. $$GTD: $400-200. U1750 $100. U1600: 4SS,40/90, SD/30 + 30 sec. increment, analog clocks play 40/90, SD/60,Chronos use setting CH-P6, Open to 1599 & under. $$GTD: $300-150.U1300 $100. ALL: EF: $50 Postmarked by 4 October, $55 at site. Reg.:9:00-9:45. Rds.: 10-4, 10-4. One half point bye rounds 1-3. ENT: AlexRelyea, 49 Technology Dr. #89, Bedford, NH 03110. INFO: Alex [email protected]. www.relyeachess.com. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11-12, OKLAHOMATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 3rd OCF Fall FIDE Open5-SS, G/90+30 spm; $$G $1,150. Quality Inn-Stillwater, 2515 W. 6thAve (Hwy-51), Stillwater, OK 74074, 1-405-372-0800; HR: 70-70 Wi-Fi.EF: FIDE Open $50; Reserve $30 (deduct $10 if envelope postmarkedbefore Oct. 9th) OCF $10 required OSNA; Reg.: 9-9:45 Sat AM; Rds.:10-2:30-7; 9-1:15 // Two Sections: Open-FIDE $G 1st $300-100; U-2100 $150-100; U-1900 $150-100; U-1700 $150. Reserve U-1500: $1001st ; 1 half pt bye rds 1-5. Frank Berry, 402 S. Willis St., Stwtr., OK74074, [email protected], OCFChess.org.

OCT. 12, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Washington Chess Congress Blitz (BLZ)4SS (double round, 8 games), G/5 d0. Hyatt Regency Crystal City (seeWashington Chess Congress). $$ 600 guaranteed: $200-100, U2200$120, U1900 $100, U1600 $80. EF: $30, at site only, no checks. Reg.ends 10:15 pm, rds. 10:30, 11, 11:30, 12. Bye: 1. Blitz rated, but higherof regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

An American Classic!A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 17-19, NEVADATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)32nd Annual Sands Regency Reno-Western States OpenNote changes since published in August CL issue: 6SS, 40/2, G-1-d5.

Sands Regency Hotel/Casino, 345 N. Arlington Ave., Reno, NV 89501. 1-866-386-7829 or (775) 348-2200. $$25,000 b/275, Gtd. $$16,250-$2000-1300-1000-700-500-400-300-300-300-200 in Open Section plus 1/2 ofall other prizes. 6 Sections: OPEN (2000 /above: EF: $148.00. 1999/below- $175; GMs & IMs free (enter by 9/30 or pay late fee), $$ Prizes 1-10listed above, (2399-below) $1000, (2299-below) $1000. (2199-below)$1200-800-500-400. If a tie for 1st overall then 2 (G/10) playoff for$100 from prize fund. (Note: GM/IM w/free entry not eligible for classprizes 2399 and below; may elect to pay entry fee and become eligible).”A” Sec.(1800-1999) EF: $147, $$1,500-800-500-300-200. ”B” Sec.(1600-1799) EF: $146, $$1,400-700-500-300-200. “C” Sec.(1400-1599) EF:$145, $$1,200-600-500-300-200. “D”/under Sec. (1399/below) EF: $144,$$800-500-400-300-200, (under 1200) - $300. (Unrated Players) EF:Free + must join USCF or increase membership for 1 additional yearthru this tournament ($46 adult premium,$26 young adult premium)Prizes: Top unrated wins 1 yr. USCF membership plus trophy. Note:Unrated will be put in “D” Sect. unless requests to play up. Seniors(65+) additional prizes $$200; (Seniors not eligible: provisionally rated,unrated, masters); Club Championship $$800-400 decided by total scoreof 10 (and only 10) players from one club or area (not eligible – GMs,IMs, or unrated). Trophies to Top 3 (A-D Sections). ALL:EF $11 more ifpostmarked after 9/30 and $22 more if postmarked or emailed after10/9 or at site. Do not mail after 10/9 or phone or email after 10/15.$10 off EF to Srs (65+). Players may play up. Unrated players not eligiblefor cash prizes except Open 1-10. Provisionally rated players may winup to 50% of 1st place money except open Section 1-10. CCA ratingsmay be used. Note pairings not changed for color alternation unless 3in a row or a plus 3 and if the unlikely situation occurs 3 colors in a rowmay be assigned. Reg.: (10/16) 5-8 pm, (10/17) 9:00-10 am. Rds.: 12-7,10-6, 9:30-4:30. Byes available any round, if requested before 1st round(Open Section – 2 byes max.). SIDE EVENTS: Wed.(10/15) 7pm ClockSimul [40/2, G/1] (Including an analysis of YOUR game. GM SergeyKudrin $30 (A great value!). Thurs (10/16) 6-7:30 pm FREE lectureby IM John Donaldson -Free, 7:30 Simul GM Alex Yermolinsky($20!), 7:30 Blitz )G/5 d0)Tourney ($20, 80% = prize fund). Sat10/18 (3-4:30pm) IM John Donaldson Clinic(Game/Position Analysis) –Free. ENT: Make checks payable and send to: SANDS REGENCY (addressabove). HR: $25! (Sun-Thurs) & $59! (Fri-Sat) + 13.5% tax. (mentionCHESS1015 & reserve by 10/1/14 to guarantee room rates.) INFO:Jerry Weikel [email protected], (775) 747 1405, or website: www.renochess.org (also go here to verify entry). FIDE. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 18, OHIOTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 Fall Daze PAWN STORM XXVI4SS, G/60 d10, at Dayton Chess Club. EF: $28 to Oct. 14 then $38. EFrefunded to 2200 or higher who complete the schedule. GTD Prizes:Open $250-151, U1900 $150, U1600 $149. Reg.: 10-1045. Rds.: 11-1:45-4:30-7. OH Grand Prix Event-OCA mbrs $3 disc. DCC mbrs $3 [email protected]/. 937-461-6283.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 18, WISCONSINTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 Hales Corners Challenge XX4SS, G/60 d6. 2 Sections: Open & Reserve (under 1600). Olympia ResortHotel, 1350 Royale Mile Rd., Oconomowoc, WI 53066; 1-800-558-9573(mention Southwest Chess Club for $99 room rate). EF: $40-Open, $30-Reserve, both $5 more after 10/15. Comp EF for USCF 2200+. $$GTD:Open: 1st-$325, 2nd-$175, A-$100, B & Below-$75; Reserve: 1st-$100,2nd-$75, D-$50, E & Below-$40. Goddesschess Prizes for Females inaddition to above prizes, Open: $40 per win/$20 per draw; Reserve:$20 per win/$10 per draw. Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Entriesto: Allen Becker, 2130 N. 85th St., Wauwatosa, WI 53226; [email protected]. Questions to TD: Robin Grochowski: 414-861-2745.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 18-19, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)Central New York Open5SS, G/90 d10. Hall of Languages, Syracuse University, 101 N. CrouseAve., Syracuse 13210. Free parking. $5000 guaranteed prize fund. In3 sections. Open: $700-400-200, U2100/Unr $300-150. Under 1900:$500-250-150, top U1700/Unr $300-150. Under 1500: $400-200-100,top U1300 (no unr) $240-120, top U1100 (no unr) $160-80. Unratedmaynot win over $200 in U1500. Mixed doubles: $400-200 bonus to bestmale/female combined score among all sections. Team average mustbe under 2200; may play in different sections; teams must register by 2pm 10/18; teammate pairings avoided but possible. College teamprizes: Plaques to first 3 teams based on top 4 scorers from schoolamong all sections. Top 3 sections EF: $78 online at chessaction.comby 10/15, $85 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/13, $82 if check mailed by10/9, $90 at site, or online until 2 hours before game. Online entry $5less to NYSCA members (may join with entry). Unrated in U1000 orunrated in U1500 Section: all $40 less than above. No checks at site,credit cards OK. GMs, IMs & WGMs free, $70 deducted from prize. Re-entry $40; not available in Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratingsusually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues withpaper magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30,Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult$40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. Schedule: Reg ends Sat 9 am,rds. Sat 10-2-6, Sun 10 & 2. Bye: all, limit 2; must commit before rd 2,limit 1 bye towards U1100 prizes. HR: $115-115, Crowne Plaza, 701 EGenesee St (1/2 mile from tournament), 800-939-4249, reserve by 10/3or rate may increase. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions:www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance entriesposted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 18-19, TEXASTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30


5th annual BOARDWALK OPEN

October 24-26 or 25-26, 2014

$18,000 projected prizes, $12,000 minimum5 rounds, 40/110, SD/30, d10 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/60, d10), at

luxurious Stockton Seaview Hotel & Golf Club, 8 miles from Atlantic City in

Galloway, NJ. 670 beautiful acres, golf, pool, fitness center, art gallery, free

parking. Choice of 3-day or 2-day schedule. In 4 sections:

Open Section: $2000-1000-500-300, clear/tiebreak 1st $100 bonus,

top U2200/unr $1200-600. 60 GPP (enhanced).

U2000 Section: $1700-900-500-300, top U1800/Unr $1000-500.

U1600 Section: $1500-800-400-200, top U1400 (no unr) $900-450.

U1200 Section: $800-400-200-100, U1000 (no unr) $300-150.

Unrated prize limits: U1200 $300, U1600 $600, U2000 $900.

Mixed doubles: best male/female 2-player team (may be in different

sections) averaging under 2200: $600-400-200. Must register by 2 pm 10/25.

FULL DETAILS: see “Grand Prix” in this issue.



Amarillo October Open5SS, G/90, inc 30. Holiday Inn, 8231 West Amarillo Blvd., Amarillo, TX79124. Prizes: $3,250 Guaranteed, includes $2,000 added by donations.$750-600-450. Under 2000: $400. Under 1800: $300. Under 1600:$250. Under 1400: $175. Under 1200: $125. Best Game: $100. BiggestUpset: $100. Trophy for best score age 16 & under; 8 trophies for bestscores age 14 & under. EF: $40 by Oct. 8th, $50 after, $25 for youth 16& under. Reg.: Saturday 8-9am. Rds.: Sat 9am, 2pm, 7pm, Sun 9am,2pm. Bye: 1/2 pt byes ok with notice, Rd. 5 must be claimed before Rd.2 & is irrevocable. HR: $89-89, 806-322-4777, rates good until 9/26. Freehot breakfast, free parking, all rooms non-smoking, no pets, free internet,microwave, fridge. Ratings: USCF Oct Supplement. Ent: Bill Snead, 2111S. Travis St., Amarillo, TX 79109, 806-372-4387 for questions.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 20-DEC. 22 (CHAMPIONSHIP) & OCT. 20-NOV. 17 (OTHERSECTIONS), NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 80 (ENHANCED)New York Nassau Championship40/80 d0. 1st Presby Church, 1st & Main Sts., Mineola. 3 sections.Champ: 10SS over 1999, jrs under 21 over 1799, top 100 U13, women,2½ pts in Semi-finals. EF: memb $99, non-memb $118 by 10/18. $$(3500 G) 800-500-400-300-250-225-200-175-150, U2100, 2000/UR ea250. GMs complete tourn w/o forfeit gtd min of $300 & IMs/WGMs gtd$150. 4 byes 1-10. Amateur: 5SS U2000/UR, EF: memb $32, non-memb$43 by 10/18. $$ (420 b/15) 180, U1800, 1600 ea 120. 2 byes 1-5.Novice: 5SS U1400/UR. EF: memb $18, non-memb $29 by 10/18. $$(150 b/10) 90, U1200/UR 60. 2 byes 1-5. All: EF: $8 more at site. Reg to7:15 PM. Rds: 7:15 each Mon. Ent: H. Stenzel, 80 Amy Dr., Sayville, NY11782. [email protected]. W.

OCT. 21, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED)Marshall Masters FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to 2000+ and players with a plus score in anyMCC Open or U2300 event since the previous Masters. $620 GTD: 250-150-100. Top U2400 60, Top U2300 30, Biggest upset 30. EF: $40, Mbr$30. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req. atentry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10thSt., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 24-25, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 2014 Roanoke FIDE Harvest OpenWHAT: A 3-Round, Grand Prix, Fully FIDE-Rated, Open chess tournamentsponsored by the Roanoke Valley Chess Club. This tournament will berated by both the U.S. Chess Federation and the World Chess Federation(FIDE ). WHERE:Westhampton Christian Church. The church is locatedin Roanoke, VA. at 2515 Grandin Road SW. The church is exactly 12blocks due south from the Roanoke Valley Chess Club. There are numeroushotels within 2-3 miles from the church. WHEN: Friday and Saturday,October 24th and 25th. ROUNDS: Round 1, Friday evening at 7:30 pm.Round 2, Saturday at 10:00 am. Round 3, Saturday, at 3:00 pm. TIMECONTROL: G/90 with 30 seconds INCREMENT after each move. REG-ISTRATION: Advance registration is $45 if postmarked no later thanOct. 17. Registration is $55 after that date, including at the door. Regis-tration at the door will be Friday evening from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Oct.24th. PRIZES: ONE SECTION - ALL PRIZES ARE GUARANTEED!! 1st:$400.00, 2nd: $250.00, 3rd: $150.00. TOP Under 1600: $100.00. Run-ner-up U1600: $50.00. TOP Under 1200: $100.00. Runner-up U1200:$50.00. SPECIAL PRIZE: If there are 2 perfect 3-0 scores, one Armageddongame will be used to award title, trophy and bonus $25.00 prize. Regularprize money of course, will be split evenly. RULES: USCF membershipis required for this event. (This is available at site). MISC.: 1/2-pt. byesare available for any round if requested before Rd.1. (Maximum # ofbyes: 1.) Wheelchair Accessible. ADVANCE ENTRIES: Address: RoanokeValley Chess Club, P.O. Box 4141, Roanoke, VA 24015. Tel.: (540) 597-3839. E-mail: [email protected]. Web Page: www.roanokechess.com. T.D.: Russell Potter; Asst T.D.: Charles Morgan. (FIDE Arbiter willbe present.)

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 24-25 OR 25, UTAHTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 Utah Open5SS, 3 Sections: Open (2-day), U1600 (1-day), U1000/unr/beginner (1-day). Location: Fri: Warnock Eng Bldg., on University of Utah Campus.Sat: University of Utah, Union Bldg., Panorama & Saltair Room. EF: $30adult, $20 youth, $5 less if received by 23 Oct to Grant Hodson, 5856Cilma Dr., West Valley City, UT 84128, or per paypal to [email protected]. GM/IM/FM free. Open: Registration before first 3 rounds with upto two 1/2 point byes available: 2-2:45, 6-6:45 Fri or 8:45-9:30 Sat.G/90 +i5. Rds.: 3-7 Fri, 10-2-6 Sat. (A score of 3.5/5.0 qualifies forNov. Utah Closed State Championship.) U1600: Registration Sat. 8:45-9:30, G/60 d5, Rds.: 10-12:30-2:45-5-7:30. U1000/unr/beginner: Reg.Sat. 8:45-9:30, G/45 d5, Rds.: 10-12-1:45-3:30-5:30. Open prizes: Tro-phies and $200 1st, $100 2nd, $100 top female. 1st & 2nd class trophies.U1600 prizes: $150 1st, $75 2nd plus trophies. 1st & 2nd place classtrophies for D and E. U1000/unr/beginner: $100 1st, $75 2nd plus tro-phies. UCA membership Meeting: 9:30-9:55 am 27 Oct. In addition,for each section over 30 participants class money of $50 1st $30 2ndwill be paid plus trophies. Detailed flyer at utahchess.com.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 24-26 OR 25-26, NEW JERSEYTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 (ENHANCED)5th annual Boardwalk Open5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). StocktonSeaview Hotel & Golf Club, 401 South New York Rd., Galloway, NJ 08205.Luxury golf and spa resort 8 miles from Atlantic City; 670 beautiful acres,two championship golf courses, indoor pool, fitness center, art gallery,free parking. Prizes $18,000 based on 190 paid entries, $12,000 minimum(2/3 each prize) guaranteed; U1200 & re-entries count as half entries.

In 4 sections. Open: $2000-1000-500-300, clear or tiebreak winner $100bonus, top Under 2200/Unr $1200-600. Under 2000: $1700-900-500-300, top U1800/Unr $1000-500. Under 1600: $1500-800-400-200, topU1400 (no unr) $900-450. Under 1200: $800-400-200-100, top U1000(no unr) $300-150. Unrated may not win over $300 in U1200, $600U1600, or $900 U2000. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female2-player “team” combined score among all sections: $600-400-200.Team average rating must be under 2200; teammates may play indifferent sections; teams must register (no extra fee) by 2 pm 10/25;teammate pairings avoided but possible. Top 3 sections EF: $122 onlineat chessaction.com by 10/22, $130 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/20(entry only, no questions), 3-day $128, 2-day $127 mailed by 10/15,$140 at site, or online until 2 hours before game. GMs free; $100deducted from prize. Under 1200 Section EF: All EF $50 less thanabove. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life if paid with entry.Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15.Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic$20. Re-entry $60; not available in Open Section. 3-day schedule: Regends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule:Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. All: Half pointbyes OK all, limit 2, Open must commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 3.HR: $102-102, 732-741-3897, reserve by 10/10 or rate may increase.Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, or reserve car onlinethrough chesstour.com. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions:www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance entriesposted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 24-26 OR 25-26, OHIOTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 Cleveland Classic5SS, 30/90, SD/60 d5, (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/75 d5). SheratonCleveland Airport Hotel, 5300 Riverside Drive (inside Cleveland Airport;free shuttle), Cleveland, OH 44135. Free parking. All Prizes Uncondi-tionally Guaranteed. In 4 sections. Open: $2000-650-350, topU2200/Unrated $500. U-2000, U-1700: $500-$250. U-1400: $500-250(top U1100 $150). Highest scoring female player (any section): $100.EF: $85 by 10/18, $95 after. Free to GMs, IMs & WGMs, no prize deduc-tion. Re-entry: $40. Online registration, registration list at www.progresswithchess.org. 3-day schedule: Reg. Ends Fri. 6 pm. Rds. Fri. 7 pm,Sat. 11 & 5, Sun. 9 & 2:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. Ends Sat. 10 am. Rds.Sat. 11, 2 & 5, Sun. 9 & 2:30. All: Half point byes OK, excluding round 5,limit 1, must commit before Rd. 2. HR: $87, 216-267-1500, request chessrate, reserve by Oct 17th or rate may increase. Questions: MichaelJoelson, 216-321-7000, [email protected].

A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 25-26, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 29th Emporia OpenVCF Cup Tour, 5SS. Rd. 1 G/90 d5; Rds. 2-5 G/120 d5. Holiday InnExpress, 1350 W. Atlantic St., Emporia, VA. $$810GTD, more if over 35players.1st-3rd overall, $325-225-125; Top U1700/Unrated, $90; TopU1200, $80; Top Junior $70. EF: $45 if rec’d by 10/22, $55 afterwardsand on site. Checks payable to VCF; PayPal for online entries. Reg.: Fri.7-9pm, Sat 7:30-9:15am. Rds.: Sat. 10am, 2:30pm, 7pm; Sun. 9:30am,2:30pm. One half-point bye allowed if req. by 2:00pm Oct 25. USCF andVA Chess Fed memb. req’d for VA residents, avail. at site; other statememberships honored. Hotel rooms and other Info: www.vachess.orgor [email protected]. Ent: Online at www.vachess.org, or US Mailto Mike Hoffpauir, ATTN: Emporia Open, 405 Hounds Chase, Yorktown,VA 23693.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 25-26, TEXASTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED)2014 DCC Fide Open IX5SS, G/90 inc/30. Dallas Chess Club, 200 S. Cottonwood Dr. #C, Richard-son, TX 75080. Two sections: Open and Reserve. Open: $$875G. FIDEand USCF rated but uses FIDE rules. Will use USCF ratings and rulesfor pairings and for awarding prizes. Default late forfeiture time is onehour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion. $$ $500-$250-$125.EF: $80, Senior/Hcap/Additional Family Member $55. Small appearancefee to the First three GM/IM’s who apply. GM/IM must play all roundsto get appearance fee. Reserve: Open to players rated below 2000USCF. This section is not Fide Rated but is USCF rated and uses USCFrules. EF: $35. The Reserve give back 10% in prizes and if at least 8paid entries and if there is a clear winner, then that winner receivesfree entry to next DCC Fide Open. Both: Reg.: 10/25 from 9:45–10:15am.Rds.: Sat 10:45am-3:10pm-7:16pm, Sun 10:45 am-3:10pm. One halfpoint Bye allowed if requested before end of round rd 2 and beforegetting full point bye. Withdrawals and zero point last round byes arenot eligible for prizes. Note that house players (if required) must pay $2per round and be USCF members. Ent: Dallas Chess Club, see addressabove. Info: 214-632-9000, [email protected]. FIDE.

A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 26, MASSACHUSETTSTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)81st Greater Boston Open4SS, G/65 d5. Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, 181 Boston Post RoadWest, Marlboro, MA (I-495, exit 24B, Rt. 20W, one mile from exit). 508-460-0700 or 888-543-9500. $$ 2,000 b/80 paid entries (U1200 counts75%), $1,500 minimum (75% of each prize). 4 sects. Open Section:$350-200, top Under 2100 $200. Under 1900 Section: $200-125, topUnder 1750 $125. Under 1600 Section: $200-125, top Under 1400 $125.Under 1200 Section: $150-100, top Under 1000 $100. Trophies to top3, top Under 1000, 800, 600, Unrated. All: Unrated can play in any sect.but can’t win more than $50 in U1200, $100 in U1600, $150 in U1900.Unpublished uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. EF:$39 if mailed by 10/21 or online by 10/24, $45 site. GMs and IMs free.

$10 discount for U1200 sect. MACA memb. req’d for Mass. residents($12 adult, $6 junior U18, add $8 for Chess Horizons sub.) Reg.: 8:30 to9:30 a.m. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Bye: all, limit 1, must commit before rd. 2.Ent: payable to MACA and mail to Robert Messenger, 4 Hamlett Dr.,Apt. 12, Nashua, NH 03062, or enter online at www.MassChess.org.Info: email to [email protected] or phone 603-891-2484. W.

A State Championship Event!OCT. 26, PENNSYLVANIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 2014 PA State Game/45 Championship4SS, G/45 d5. Wm. Pitt Union, Univ. of Pitt., 5th & Bigelow, Pittsburgh,PA 15213. 3 Sections, $$ (695G): Champ: EF: $30 by 10/18, $40 later.$200-100, U2000 $75, U1800 $50. Premier: U1600. EF: $25 by 10/18,$35 later. $90-60, U1400 $50, U1200 $40, U1000 $30. Trophies to Top 2,Top 2 U1400, Top 2 U1200, Top 2 U1000. Scholastic: Grades K-12 U900.EF: $15 by 10/18, $25 later. Trophies to Top 7, Top 3 U600. All: Trophies:Top 2 Schools, Top 2 Clubs. PSCF $5, OSA. Reg ends 10:30am. Rds.: 11-1-2:45-4:30. Ent/Info:PSCF, c/o Tom Martinak, 25 Freeport St., Pittsburgh,PA 15223, 412-908-0286, [email protected]. W.

OCT. 26, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Foster City Grand Prix LuperSwiss (3 x G/90 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Foster City, CA 94404. Prize: $1,210 b/44. 70%guar. 1900+: $200-130-100 1500-1899: $200-100, u1700 45-45. u1500:$200-100, u1300 45-45. Oct 14 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg.: 8:30-9.Rds.: 9:30-1-4:30. EF: 45, econ 35 2/3 prz. after 11/23 +15, Rtd 2200+$0 by 11/16 (Prize - EF). Info: BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

OCT. 31, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Marshall $500 Friday Night Blitz! - FIDE Blitz Rated (BLZ)9-SS, G/3 d2. $500: $200-100, top U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800:$50 Highest rating (regular, quick or blitz) used for pairings & prizes.EF: $30, Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-7:30-7:50-8:10-8:40-9-9:20-9:40-10pm. Reg.:6:15-6:45. Max three byes, req. at entry. Blitz rated. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 31-NOV. 2 OR 1-2, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 100 (ENHANCED)2014 U.S. Class ChampionshipSee Nationals.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 31-NOV. 2, NORTH CAROLINATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 (ENHANCED)Southeastern FIDE Championship$3100 Guaranteed! 5SS, G/110;+30, Charlotte Chess Center & ScholasticAcademy, 1800 Camden Rd., Suite 108, Charlotte, NC 28203 UnitedStates. $3100 Guaranteed in One Section! Must be or have beenUSCF or FIDE 2000+; Few Exceptions. Open to Must be or have been2000+ USCF or FIDE; Juniors May Be 1900+. FIDE rated. Limited to

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9/19-21: Southern Open, Orlando FL*

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11/7-9: Eastern Chess Congress, Stamford CT*

11/14-16: Kings Island Open, M ason OH*

11/28-30: National Chess Congress, Philadelphia PA*

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1/16-19: Golden State Open, Dublin CA*

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first 60 Entries. EF: Chess Center Members $94 before October 19. NonMembers $109 before October 19. Juniors rated between 1900-2000$125 before October 19. CCCSA Members and Non Member $125 AfterOctober 19. Juniors rated between 1900-2000 $150 after October 19.Free for IM/ GM; $109 deducted from winnings. No On-Onsite Entry.Must Pre- Register. Limited to First 60 Participants. $$GTD: $1000-600-400-200. Best U2300 1st $300 2nd $150; Best U2100 1st $300 2nd $150.3-day schedule: Rounds: 7:30, 1-7:00, 10-4:00. 2-day schedule: 1st at9:00 then merge with 3 day. Deadline for early entry October 19; Deadlinefor all entry October 26. 1 allowed in any round 1-4. No byes in round 5.ENT: Charlotte Chess Center & Scholastic Academy 980-265-1156, www.charlottechesscenter.org. INFO: Peter Giannatos [email protected]. www.charlottechesscenter.org. Must Pre-Enter to Play. No on-Site Entry.

NOV. 1, CONNECTICUTTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 2014 Greater New Haven Open!At Hopkins School, Open, U1600: 4/SS, SD60 d5, Rds: 9-11-1:30-3:30,Rds. 1 & 2 accl’rtd prngs. U1200, U1000, U800/UNR: 5SS, SD30 d5,Rds.: 10am then ASAP, Open: $300, $200, $100, $100, 5th-10th $50each. Trophies to top 5 U1600, U1200, U1000, U800/Unrated, top 3teams. EF: $40 Online, $50 by 10/27, $75 on site. Reg.: 8:30-9:30, $5CSCA Memb. req’d, OSA. EF: Educational Technologies, 343 Beach St.#404, West Haven, CT. 06516. Online EF. More info www.edutechchess.com or www.CTChess.com.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!NOV. 1-2, VERMONTTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 2014 Vermont Open4SS, 40/90, SD/60 d5. Holiday Inn, 1068 Williston Rd. (Exit 14E off I-89), South Burlington, VT 05403; 802-863-6363. $$G 2,300. 3 sections.Open, EF: $53 if rec’d by 10/30. $$G 350-225-175, U2025 225. Trophyand State Champion Title to highest scoring Vermonter. Under 1825,EF: $43 if rec’d by 10/30; $$G 250-175-125 (Unr may win up to 100),U1625 200 Under 1425, EF: $33 if rec’d by 10/30. $$G 200-125-75 (Unrmay win up to 50), U1200 100, U1000 75. All: EF $7 more if paid at site.Reg Sat 9:30-10:30 AM. Rds 11-4:30, 9:30-2:30. Half-point bye okay forany round if notice given with entry. Ent: David Carter, 36-B MansionSt., Winooski, VT 05404; [email protected] or 802-324-1143(cell). HR: $89 (plus 10% tax) if reserved directly with hotel; Pleasereserve by 10/24, mention “Vermont Open Chess”.

NOV. 2, NEW JERSEYTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6

Westfield Open4-SS. G/25 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. PrizeFund: $1000 b/50 entries. 75% Guaranteed. Prizes: $180-$150-$120.U2201 $100, U2000 $90, U1800 $81, U1600 $80, U1400 $79. Best Age16 or Under $60. Best Age 55 or over $60. EF: $30, $25 members. Reg.:1:15-2:00 p.m. Rds.: 2:15-3:30-4:45-6:00 p.m. Byes: 2 per player allowed.Must declare before round 3. Info: www.westfieldchessclub.com, JohnMoldovan: [email protected], Bill Cohen: 732-548-8432or 848-219-1358.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 7-9 OR 8-9, CONNECTICUTTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED)18th Annual Eastern Chess Congress5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). SheratonHotel, 700 Main St., Stamford, CT 06901. Free parking. $8000 guaranteedprize fund. In 4 sections. Premier: Open to 1900/above. $1000-500-300, top U2300 $400-200. Under 2100: $800-400-200, top U1900/Unr$400-200. Under 1700: $700-400-200, top U1500 (no Unr) $300-150.Under 1300: $500-300-200, top U1100 (no Unr) $170-80. Unrated maynot win over $200 in U1300 or $400 in U1700. Mixed doubles bonusprizes: best male/female 2-player team combined score among all sec-tions: $400-200. Team average must be under 2200; teammates mayplay in different sections; teams must register (no extra fee) by 2 pm11/8; teammate pairings avoided but possible. Top 3 sections EF:$87online at chessaction.com by 11/5, $95 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/3(entry only, no questions), 3-day $93, 2-day $92 if check mailed by 10/29,$100 at site, or online until 2 hours before game. U1300 Section EF: all$20 less than above. No checks at site, credit cards OK. GMs free,$80 deducted from prize. Online EF $3 less to CSCA members. Re-entry$50; not available in Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usuallyused if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with paper mag-azine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, YoungAdult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40,Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm,rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. Bye: all, limit 2; must commitbefore rd 2. HR: $95-95, 800-408-7640, 203-358-8400, reserve by 10/24or rate may increase. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions:DirectorAtChess.us, www.chesstour.com, 347-201-2269. Advance entriesposted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 7-9 OR 8-9, MINNESOTATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30

2nd annual Bloomington Open5SS, G/90 +30 inc., (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d5). Crowne Plaza-MSP Mall of America, 3 Appletree Square, Bloomington, MN. Free parking,Free Shuttle. $12,000 based on 200 paid entries. In 2 sections. Open:$1200-700-500-300, top Under 2400/Unr $600-400-200 top Under2200/Unr 600-400-200, top U2000/Unr 600-400-200 FIDE. Reserve(U1800): $800-600-400-300, top Under 1600 (no unr) $500-300-200, topUnder 1400 (no unr) $500-300-200, Under 1200 (no unr) $400-250,150,Under 1000 $300-150 Unrated $250, trophies to top Under 800, Under600. EF: $89 by 10/1, $99 by 11/1, $109 afterwards online or at site.GMs free. November rating supplement used. Re-entry $50; 3-dayschedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 10 & 4, Sun 10 & 3. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 9 am, rds. Sat 10, 1 & 4, Sun 10 & 3:30.All: Half point byes OK all, limit 2, must commit before rd. 2. HR: $94single-quad, 952-854-9000 ask for booking code CWK; reserve by 10/24or rate may increase. Ent: www.chessweekend.com or Chess Weekend,21694 Doud Ct., Frankfort, IL 60423. $15 service charge for refunds.Questions: 815-955-4793. Blitz Event Saturday Night, G/5 d0.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 7-9, 8-9 OR 9, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Marshall November Grand Prix! - FIDE Rated5-SS, 40/120 SD/30 d5. $820 GTD: $300-150-100 U2200 $145 U2000$125. EF: $60, Mbr $40. Reg.: Ends 15 min before round start. Max twobyes, req. at entry. USCF and FIDE rated. Schedules: 3 day Fri. 6pm,Sat. & Sun. 12:30-5:30. 2 day Sat. 11am (G/25 d5) then merge with 3day in round 2. 1 day Sun. 9-10:10-11:20 (G/25 d5) then merge in round4. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Bay Area Chess Grand Prix Super$wiss (4SS, G/61 d5)1639A S. Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Prize: $1,500 b55. 70% guar.1800+: $300-200-100, u2000 150-50. u1800: $200-100-50, u1600 150-50, u1400 100 u1200 50. Nov 14 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg.: 8-9. Rds.:9:30-11:50-2:40-5. EF: $45, Econ $35 2/3 prz. after 11/6 +$15, playup$15, Rated 2200+ $0 by 11/1 (prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8-9, VIRGINIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 19th Annual Northern Virginia Open!VCF Cup Event! SITE: Executive Conference Center, 22685 Holiday Park

Cajun Chess7230 Chadbourne Drive New Orleans, LA 70126

504-208-9596 [email protected]

Chess Club and ScholasticCenter of St. Louis

4657 Maryland AvenueSt. Louis, MO 63108. 314-361-CHESS

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Continental Chess Association

PO Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577.

845-496-9658 [email protected]

Dallas Chess Club200 S. Cottonwood Dr. Suite C

Richardson, TX 75080972-231-2065

[email protected]

Marshall Chess Club23 W. 10th St.

New York, NY 10011212-477-3716

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New York City Chess IncChess NYC Programs

c/o Russell Makofsky &Michael PropperPO Box 189, 1710 First Ave

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ChessIQ4957 Oakton Street, Sui te 113Skokie, IL 60077, 847.423.8626

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PaperClip Pairingsc/o J. Houghtaling Jr & Remy Ferrari

6005 Forest BlvdBrownsville, TX 78526, 956-459-2421

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San Diego Chess Club2225 Sixth Avenue

San Diego, CA 92101, [email protected]

www.sandiegochessclub.org

Shore HS Chess LeaguePO Box 773

Lincroft, NJ [email protected]

Silver Knights C hess3929 Old Lee Hwy Ste 92D

Fairfax, VA 22030, 703-574-2070www.silverknightschess.comchess@silverknightschess.com

Bay Area Chess (CA)www.BayAreaChess.com

Beverly Hills Chess Club (CA)www.bhchessclub.com

Boca Raton Chess Club (FL)www.bocachess.com

En Passant Chess Club (TX)[email protected]

Long Island Chess Nuts (NY)516-739-3907

Los Angeles Chess Club (CA)www.LAChessClub.com

Michigan Chess Associationwww.michess.org

Oklahoma Chess FoundationOCFChess.org

Sparta Chess Club (NJ)www.spartachessclub.org

Success Chess School (CA)www.successchess.com

Vellotti’s Chess Kids (ID)www.VellottisChessSchool.com

Western PA Youth Chess Club (PA)www.youthchess.net

GOLD & SILVER AFFILIATESGOLDAny affiliate that has submitted at least 50USCF memberships during the current orprevious calendar year, or is the recognizedState Affiliate, is eligible to become a GoldAffiliate. Gold Affiliates are honored in a spe-cial list in larger type in Tournament Lifeeach month, giving the affiliate name,address, phone number, e-mail address,and website. Gold Affiliation costs $350 peryear, and existing affiliates may subtract$3 for each month remaining on their reg-ular affiliation, or $20 for each monthremaining on their Silver Affiliation. As ofAugust 6, 2007, by paying an annual paymentof $500 (instead of $350), Gold Affiliate sta-tus may be obtained with no minimumrequirement for memberships submitted.

SILVERAny affiliate that has submitted at least 25USCF memberships during the current orprevious calendar year, or is the recognizedState Affiliate, is eligible to become a SilverAffiliate. These affiliates will be recognizedin a special list in Tournament Life eachmonth, giving the affiliate name, state, andchoice of either phone number, e-mailaddress, or website. Silver Affiliation costs$150 per year, and existing affiliates maysubtract $3 for each month remaining ontheir regular affiliation. As of August 6, 2007,by paying an annual payment of $250.00(instead of $150), Silver Affiliate status maybe obtained with no minimum requirementfor memberships submitted.

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Dr., SUITE 60, Sterling, VA 20166. 3 minutes from Holiday Inn Dulles,703-471-7411, more info www.vachess.org, chess rate $69, reserveby Oct 25. PRIZE$ $2720- 100% GUARANTEED, $600-360-240-100,Top X/A-unr/B/C/D/u1200 $220 each, Top Upset 11/8 $50, 11/9 $50.5SS; REG.: Sat 11/8 8:00-9:15. Rds.: Sat. 10-2:30-7, Sun. 10-3:30; TL:Sat. G/120 d5, Sun. 30/90, G/60 d5. VCF mem. required Va. residents,OSA. EF: $55 received by Oct25, $65 late/ at site, checks payable toVirginia Chess. ENTRIES: electronic via www.vachess.org, or mail toAndrew Rea, 6102 Lundy Pl., Burke, VA 22015. Contact: [email protected] info only.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8-9, TEXASTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED)2014 DCC Fide Open X5SS, G/90 inc/30. Dallas Chess Club, 200 S. Cottonwood Dr. #C, Richard-son, TX 75080. Two sections: Open and Reserve. Open: $$875G. FIDEand USCF rated but uses FIDE rules. Will use USCF ratings and rulesfor pairings and for awarding prizes. Default late forfeiture time is onehour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion. $$ $500-$250-$125.EF: $80, Senior/Hcap/Additional Family Member $55. Small appearancefee to the First three GM/IM’s who apply. GM/IM must play all roundsto get appearance fee. Reserve: Open to players rated below 2000USCF. This section is not Fide Rated but is USCF rated and uses USCFrules. EF: $35. The Reserve give back 10% in prizes and if at least 8paid entries and if there is a clear winner, then that winner receivesfree entry to next DCC Fide Open. Both: Reg.: 11/8 from 9:45–10:15am.Rds.: Sat 10:45am-3:10pm-7:16pm, Sun 10:45 am-3:10pm. One halfpoint Bye allowed if requested before end of round rd 2 and beforegetting full point bye. Withdrawals and zero point last round byes arenot eligible for prizes. Note that house players (if required) must pay $2per round and be USCF members. Ent: Dallas Chess Club, see addressabove. Info: 214-632-9000, [email protected]. FIDE.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 14-16 OR 15-16, OHIOTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)23rd annual Kings Island Open5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Kings IslandResort, 5691 Kings Island Drive (I-71, 6 mi north of I-275), Mason, OH45040. Free parking. $$ 30,000 based on 350 paid entries (re-entries& U1000 Section count as half entries); minimum $24,000 (80% of eachprize) guaranteed. In 7 sections: Open: $3000-1500-700-500-300, 1ston tiebreak $100 bonus, top U2300/Unr $1600-800. FIDE. Under 2100:$2000-1000-500-400-300. Under 1900: $2000-1000-500-400-300. Under1700: $1800-900-500-400-300. Under 1500: $1500-750-400-300-200.Under 1250: $1200-600-400-300-200. Under 1000: $700-400-200-150-100. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team”combined score among all sections: $1000-500-300. Team average mustbe under 2200; teammates may play in different sections; teams mustregister (no extra fee) by 2 pm Nov 15. Unrated prize limits: U1000$200, U1250 $400, U1500 $600, U1700 $800, U1900 $1000. Balancegoes to next player(s) in line. Top 6 sections EF: $115 online at chess-action.com by 11/12, $120 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/11 (entryonly, no questions), 3-day $118, 2-day $117 mailed by 11/6, $130 atsite or online until 2 hours before game. GMs $100 from prize. Under1000 Section EF: all $60 less than above. All: Advance EF $5 less toOCA members. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Re-entry $60; notavailable in Open Section. Unofficial uschess. org ratings usually used ifotherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with magazine if paid withentry- online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic$15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic$20. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun10 & 3:30. Byes: OK all; Open must commit by rd. 2, others by rd. 3. HR:$65-65, 800-727-3050, 513-398-0115, reserve by 10/23 or rate mayincrease. Car rental: Avis, 800-331- 1600, use AWD #D657633, orreserve car online through chesstour.com. Car rental is easiest &cheapest transportation from Cincinnati Airport. Ent: Continental Chess,Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803 (chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269). $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries posted atchessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

NOV. 16, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)Courtyard Marriott Cupertino, CA 95014. Prize: $1,210 b/44. 70% guar.1900+: $200-130-100 1500-1899: $200-100, u1700 45-45. u1500: $200-100, u1300 45-45. Nov 14 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg.: 8-8:30. Rds.:9-11:45-2:40. EF: 45, econ 35 2/3 prz. after 11/13 +15, Rtd 2200+ $0by 10/6 (Prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 21-26, TEXASTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)2014 UTDallas Fall FIDE Open9SS. G/90 +30sec from move 1. Embassy Suites Dallas – Park Central,13131 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243. GM & IM normspossible! Min. 2000 FIDE or 2200 USCF required. Prizes $7,500 G:$$3000-1500-1000, U2500 $$1000, U2300 $$1000. EF: GMs, foreignIMs, 2500+: Free; 2450-2499: $100; 2400-2449 $150; 2350-2399: $200;2300-2349 $250; 2250-2299: $300; 2200-2249 $350; 2100-2199: $400;2000-2099 $450; U2000: $500; Unr: $700; $75 discount to all non-USFederation players. FIDE ratings used for EF/pairings/prizes. Tournamentwill be run using FIDE Rules. This tournament is open to players withFIDE Ratings above 2000 (a few special exceptions may be made at thediscretion of the Organizers.) Note that anyone rated USCF 2200 orabove is also eligible to play but must pay entry fees according to theirFIDE Ratings. To improve chances to make GM Norms, a maximum ofone-third of the total field will be permitted to be U2200 FIDE. Tournamentis limited to a total of around 40 players. If Monroi Units are provided,they must be used. Schedule: Onsite registration if not full, 11/21 at3pm-3:30 pm Opening Ceremony at 5:30 pm. Rds.: Rd. on 11/21 at 6pm; 11/22 at 10 am and 5 pm; 11/23 at 10 am and 5 pm; 11/24 at 5

pm; 11/25 at 10 am and 5pm; 11/26 at 9 am. Chief Arbiter: IA FranciscoGuadalupe. HR: $89-$89-$89-$89 includes free breakfast, 972-234-3300mention UTD to get $89 rate. Reserve by 11/1 or rate may go up. Hotelwill provide guests free rides (base on availability) to anywhere within3 miles. Make checks payable to Dallas Chess Club. ENT: Dallas ChessClub, 2709 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036. 214.632.9000. INFO: BarbSwafford or Luis Salinas, [email protected] or [email protected]. www.utdallas.edu/chess. FIDE.

An American Classic!A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 27-30 OR 28-30, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)50th Annual American Open8SS, 40/2, SD/1 d5. Doubletree Hotel Anaheim/Orange County, 100 CityDr., Orange, CA 92868. $$50,000 b/o 500 entries, $25,000 guaranteed.In 6 sections. Open: $5000-2500-1200-800-600-300, U2450/Unr. $1500-700-500, U2300/Unr. $800-400. U2200, U2000, U1800 Each$3000-1500-1000-500-400-300. U1600 $3000-1500-700-500-400-300.U1400/Unr: $2000-1000- 500-300-200-100, U1200 $1000-500-300 (nota separate section; U1200s also eligible for U1400 prizes), Unrated:$300-200-100 (Unrateds in this section eligible for these prizes only).MIXED DOUBLES PRIZES: 1st $500 - 2nd $250 - 3rd $125. Plus scorebonus ($2,500 in chess store gift cards) every player who finishes with4-1/2 points or better who didn’t place in the money prize wins a $25gift certificate towards chess store - redeemable only onsite. EF: $200same day, register by 11/26 save $25, register by 11/23 save $35,register by 10/31 save $60. $50 more for players rated less than 2000playing in Open. No checks at door - cash only, credit card accepted fora $10 fee. SCCF membership $18 for adults and $13 juniors required forSo Cal residents. 4-day schedule: Reg. closes 11am on 11/27, (Rounds12:30-7:30, 12:30-7:30, 10:30-5, 10-4:30). 3-day schedule: Reg. closes9:30am on 11/28, Rounds. 11-2:30-5-8pm (G/60 d5), schedules mergein Rd. 5 and compete for common prizes. Two byes max with advancenotice. CCA minimum ratings and TD discretion used to protect you fromimproperly rated players. November Rating Supplement used. HR:Mention SC2 for $99 single or double, rates may go up after. CallDoubletree (714) 634-4500. Cutoff for special hotel rate/offer isOct 31st. Parking cost $10. Info: organizing club - Chess Palace 714-899-3421, [email protected]. Premium play hall (Grand Ballroom)for the duration of the event. Ent: American Open, 5246 Lampson Ave.,Garden Grove, CA 92845 or www.AmericanOpen.org. W, F.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, ILLINOISTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 80 (ENHANCED)2nd Annual Greater Midwest Class Championships$12,000 b/200 - $9,000 Guaranteed. Weekend AFTER Thanksgiving! 5R-SS. Hyatt Regency Schaumburg Hotel, 1800 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, IL60173. Free Parking! $12,000 b/200 - $9,000 Guaranteed. In 5 sections:3-day Game-90 + 30/sec increments, 2-day Game-45 d5 for Rd. 1-2then merge in Rd-3. Master/Expert (2000-up): $1500-1000-700-600-500, top U2300, U2200, U2100 $300 each. FIDE rated. Class A (U2000):$700-600-500-300-200. Class B (U1800): $700-600-500-300-200. ClassC (U1600): $500-300-200-100-50. Class D and below (U1400 andbelow): $400-300-200-100-50. Rated players may play up one sectionfor $25. Prize limits: Unrated may not win over $100 D, $200 C, $300B, or $400 A. EF: $99 online or postmarked by 11/1, $109 online orpostmarked by 11/15, $119 thereafter, $129 onsite. No checks at site,credit cards OK. Club Group Discount Special - 5 entries for the price of4 if all in the same envelope by early registration cut-off (11/1). Re-entry $50. 3-day schedule: Reg. 4:30-6:30pm; Rd. 1 Fri 7pm, Sat 10amand 3:30pm. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10:30am Rd. 1 11am Rd. 21pm, then merge with 3-day in Rd. 3. Bye: Up to 2. Last rd bye mustcommit by end of Rd. 2 and not retractable. Side Events: 1-day ScholasticSaturday - 4R-SS, Game-30 d5 - Open, U1000, U600 sections - Trophies1st-5th each section, participation ribbons for all players - $30 by 11/15,$40 thereafter and onsite - Reg. ends 9:30am - Rd. 1 10:00am withremaining rounds beginning ASAP. Game-3+2 Blitz (USCF/FIDE rated)Saturday night 8pm - $20; 75% of entries returned in prizes. HR: $84-84847-605-1234, reserve by 11/15 or rate may increase. Ent:www.chessiq.com/gmclass or ChessIQ, 4957 Oakton St., Suite 113, Skokie, IL 60077.Questions: [email protected] ONLY. On tournament day ONLY -847.274.1352. Advance entries posted at www.chessiq.com/gmclass(online entries posted instantly). Boards, sets, and clocks provided forthe main event. None for skittles. Organizer provided equipment mustbe used. November rating supplement used.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, MICHIGANTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 (ENHANCED)2014 Motor City OpenCo-Sponsored by Michigan Chess Festival, LLC. 6-SS (5-SS inU1000 Section). 4 Sections: OPEN, U1800, U1400, U1000. OK toplay up. Top Section FIDE-Rated. Prize Fund: $10,000. 80% Guar.(b/50 per each section). SITE: ADOBA HOTEL, 600 Town CenterDrive, Dearborn, MI 48126 (Directions and Lodging Info below).All Sections except U1000 have 2-Day & 3-Day Schedules. No Re-Entriesin OPEN or U1000 Sections. Up to three 1/2-pt. byes available (2 inU1000 Sect.); must be requested before start of RD. 4 (RD. 3 in U1000Sect.). Sections merge after RD. 3. Unrated eligible for Overall prizesONLY in all sections, can play in any section. USCF and a STATE mem-berships required; can be purchased on site. EF by Mon., 11/17 (add$10 after; add $20 after Mon, 11/24): OPEN: IMs and GMs Free ($100EF deducted from prize): 3-DAY: $113. 2-DAY: $112. No Re-EntriesAllowed. U1800: 3-DAY: $83. 2-DAY: $82. Re-Entries: $50. U1400:3-DAY: $63. 2-DAY: $62. Re-Entries: $40. U1000 (1-Day 0nly): $30.No Re-Entries. TL: OPEN, U1800, U1400 Sections: 3-Day Schedule:RDS. 1-4, G/120 d5, RDS. 5-6, 40/120 d5, SD/30. 2-Day Schedule:RDS. 1-3, G-40 d5, RD. 4, G/120 d5, RDS. 5-6, 40/120 d5, SD/30. U1000Section: 1-Day Schedule (Sat. only): G/45 d5. REG: 3-Day Schedule:Fri, 11/28, 9-10am. 2-Day Schedule: Sat, 11/29, 9-10:30am. 1-Day

Schedule: Sat, 11/29, 8-9am. RDS.: 3-Day Schedule: Fri, 11am, 6pm.Sat, 11am, 6pm. Sun, 10am, 3:30pm. 2-Day Schedule: Sat, 11:30,1:30, 3:30, 6. Sun, 10am, 3:30pm. U1000 Section (5-SS): Sat, 9:30,11:30, 1:30, 3:30, 6. FM SETH HOMA LECTURE on Fri, 11/28, 5-6pm($10). GM ALEX LENDERMAN LECTURE on Sat, 11/29, 8-9am ($10).$$10,000 OVERALL. 80% Guar. (b/50 each section): OPEN: $4,400:1st-2nd-3rd, $1,500-$800-$500; TOP U2400, U2200, U2000,U1800/UNR: $400 each. U1800: $3,300: 1st-2nd-3rd, $1,200-$700-$400; 1st-2nd, TOP U1600, U1400/UNR: $300-$200. U1400: $2,300:1st-2nd-3rd, $700-$450-$350; 1st-2nd TOP U1200, U1000/UNR,$250-$150. U1000: Large Trophies for TOP 5 Overall. Trophies alsofor 1st, 2nd TOP U800, U600, U500, and UNR. Medals to all non-Trophy winners in U1000 section scoring 3.5 pts or more! BiggestUpset in OPEN, U1800 and U1400 sections win choice of Mechanical orQuartz Clock! Chief Sr. TD: Dr. Ed Mandell. Bring boards, pieces,clocks! None supplied except for U1000 section; will be availablefor sale by Book Vendor on site. Cell Phone, Headphone Rules (postedat site): Cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode while intournament room. INFRACTION: deduct 1/2 the remaining time orgame forfeiture if less than 10 minutes remaining on clock; auto-matic forfeiture for 2nd infraction. Spectators will be subjectedto expulsion for the remainder of the event for any offense. Head-phones cannot be used if opponent objects for any reason andcannot be used in the last round by players with a plus score.Player must be willing to present same to TD for examination atany time. Failure to do so will result in removal from tournamentwithout refund. Dirs/Lodg: Adobe Hotel-Dearborn, 600 Town CenterDr., Dearborn, MI 48126. Room Rate: $92. To reserve, call (313)592-3622, ask forMotor City Open rate, or go online atwww.adobadearborn.com. Info, Ent: Dr. Ed Mandell (248) 635-2375 (Cell), (586) 558-4790, (586) 558-2046 (Fax). All The King’s Men, 27170 DequindreRd., Warren, MI 48092. Email: [email protected].

An American Classic!A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, PENNSYLVANIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)45th annual National Chess Congress6SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-3 G/45 d10). Trophysections play separate 2-day schedule only, 11/29-30, G/45 d10. LoewsPhiladelphia Hotel, 1200 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19107. $35,000GUARANTEED PRIZE FUND. In 10 sections. Premier, open to all rated2000/above and juniors under 18 rated 1800/above. $3000-1500-800-400-200, clear win or 1st on tiebreak $100, U2400/Unr $1600- 800.FIDE. Under 2200: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 2000: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1800: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1600:$2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1400: $1600-800-400-300-200. Under1200: $1600-800-400-300-200. Under 1000: Trophies to top 10, 3 yearUSCF membership with magazine to 1st. Under 800: Trophies to top10, 3 year USCF membership with magazine to 1st. Scholastic Under600: K-12 only, trophies to top 10, 3 year USCF membership with maga-zine to 1st. Unrated may not win over $300 in U1200, $600 in U1400,$900 in U1600, $1200 in U1800, or $1500 in U2000. Mixed doublesprizes: best male-female 2-player “team” combined score among allsections: $2000-1000-600-400. Team average must be under 2200; tea-mates may play in different sections; teams must register (no extra fee)before both players begin round 2; teammate pairings avoided but pos-sible. Student/Alumni plaques to top 5 teams of 4 (regardless ofsection) representing any U.S. college, HS or pre-HS players attend orhave graduated from. Top 7 sections entry fee: $118 online at chess-action.com by 11/26, $125 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/24 (entryonly, no questions), 3-day $123, 2-day $122 mailed by 11/19, $140 atsite, or online until 2 hours before game. GMs free, $100 deducted fromprize. Re-entry $60, not available in Premier. Under 1000, Under 800,Under 600 entry fee: $38 online at chessaction.com by 11/26, $45phoned by 11/24 (406-896-2038, no questions), $42 mailed by 11/19,$50 at site. All: No checks at site, credit cards OK. Special 1 yearUSCF dueswith paper magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paidat site, Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. 3-day schedule:Reg. ends Fri 11 am, rds. Fri 12 & 6, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-daytop 7 sections schedule: Reg. ends Sat. 9 am, rds. Sat 10, 12:45, 3:30& 6, Sun 10 & 3:30. Under 1000, Under 800, Under 600 schedule:Reg. ends Sat 9 am, rds. Sat 10, 12:45 & 3:30 each day. Half pointbyes OK all rounds; limit 3, Premier must commit before rd. 2, othersbefore rd. 4. HR: $100-100-125, reserve by 11/13 or rate may increase.Parking: Hotel has valet parking only, with a special chess rate of$30/day. Park America, 25 S. 12th St (12th & Clover), 1 block fromLoews, about $17/day each day, or $8/12 hrs Sat & Sun. GatewayGarage, 1540 Spring St. (3/5 mile from Marriott, 1 block from SheratonHotel), about $5/day Sat & Sun, $18/day other days. Car rental: 800-331-1600, use AWD D657633 or reserve car online through chesstour.com.Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803.$15 service charge for refunds. Questions: chesstour.com, chesstour.info,[email protected], 347-201-2269. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). JGP (Top 7 sections).

DEC. 7, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)Courtyard Marriott Cupertino, CA 95014. Prize: $1,210 b/44. 70% guar.1900+: $200-130-100 1500-1899: $200-100, u1700 45-45. u1500: $200-100, u1300 45-45. Dec 14 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg.: 8-8:30. Rds.:9-11:45-2:40. EF: 45, econ 35 2/3 prz. after 12/4 +15, Rtd 2200+ $0by 11/28 (Prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!DEC. 26-28 OR 27-28, NEW YORKTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 80 (ENHANCED)33rd annual Empire City Open6SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-3 G/40 d10). New Yorker

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Hotel, 481 Eighth Ave at 34th St., across from Penn Station, New York10001. $12,000 guaranteed prize fund. In 5 sections. Open: $1200-600-300-200, clear or tiebreak win $50 bonus, top Under 2300/Unr$500-250. Under 2200: $1000-500-250-150, top U2000/Unr $500-250.Under 1900: $1000-500-250-150, top U1700 (no unr) $400-200. Under1600: $800-400-200-100, top U1400 (no unr) $300-150. Under 1300:$300-200-100, trophies to first 5, top U1000, U800, Unr. Unrated maynot win over $150 in U1300, $300 U1600, or $500 U1900. Mixed doublesbonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team” combined score amongall sections: $600-400-200. Team average must be under 2200; teammatesmay play in different sections; teams must register at site (no extrafee) before both players begin round 2; teammate pairings avoided butpossible. Top 4 sections EF: $105 online at www.chessaction.com by12/24, $115 phoned by 12/22 (406-896-2038, no questions), 3-day $113,2-day $112 if check mailed by 12/17, all $120 at site, or online until 2hours before rd. 1. GMs free; $90 from prize. Under 1300 Section EF:All $50 less than top 4 sections EF. All: Re-entry $50, not available inOpen. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Unofficial uschess.org ratingsusually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues with magazineif paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult$20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or at site, Adult $40, Young Adult$30, Scholastic $20. 3-Day Schedule: Reg. ends Fri 10 am. Rds. Fri 11& 5, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-Day Schedule: Reg. ends Sat 9 am.Rds. Sat 10, 12:15, 2:30 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. Half point byes availableall rounds, limit 2 byes, Open must commit before rd. 2, others beforerd. 4. HR: $289-289-319, 1-800-764-4680, 212-971-0101, reserve by12/3 or rate may increase, ask for Continental Chess Association rate.Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, PO Box 249, Salisbury Mills,NY 12577. Questions: chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries posted at www.chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

An American Classic!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!DEC. 26-30, 26-29 OR 27-29, NEVADATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 200 (ENHANCED)24th annual North American OpenOpen Section, Dec 26-30: 9SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10. GM & IM norms pos-sible. EF $100 more to US players in Open Section if not USCF or FIDErated 2200/over. Other sections, Dec 26-29 or 27-29: 7SS, 40/2,SD/30, d10 (3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Bally’s Casino Resort,3645 Las Vegas Blvd. S, Las Vegas, NV 89103. Prizes $120,000 basedon 600 paid entries (seniors, re-entries, GMs, IMs, WGMs & U1250Section count as half entries), else in proportion; $90,000 minimum(75% each prize) guaranteed. In 7 sections. Open: $10000-5000-2500-1200-1000- 800-600-500-400-400, clear winner or 1st on tiebreak bonus$200, top FIDE Under 2500/Unr $2400-1200. FIDE rated, GM & IMnorms possible. Under 2300: $7000-4000-2000-1200-800-600- 500-500-400-400. Under 2100: $7000-4000-2000-1200-800-600- 500-500-400-400,no unrated may win over $2500. Under 1900: $7000-4000-2000-1200-800-600-500-500-400-400, no unrated may win over $1800. Under 1700:$6000-3000-1500-1000-800-600- 500-500-400-400, no unrated may winover $1300. Under 1500: $5000-2500-1300-1000-700-600-500-400-300-300, no unrated may win over $900. Under 1250: $3000-1500-1000-800-600-500-400-400-300-300, top Under 1000 (no unr) $1000-500, no unratedmay win over $500. No separate U1000 section; players under 1000 inU1250 play for both U1250 and U1000 prizes; receive larger if winningboth. Prize limits: 1) Players with under 26 games played as of 12/14list may not win over $1500 U1250, $3000 U1500 or U1700. Gamesrated too late for 12/14 list not counted. 2) If post-event rating posted12/20/13-12/20/14 was more than 30 points over section maximum,prize limit $2000. 3) Balance of any limited prize goes to next player(s)in line. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female combined 2-player “team” score: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Only rounds 1-7 of OpenSection counted. Team average must be under 2200; teammates mayplay in different sections; teams must register (no exta fee) by 3 pm12/27; prize limits do not apply to mixed doubles. Top 6 sections EF:Online at chessaction.com: $225 by 7/15, $255 http://chessaction.com/by 10/15, $275 by 12/23. Phoned to 406-896-2038 (no questions, entryonly): $235 by 7/15, $265 by 10/15, $285 by 12/21. No phone entryafter 12/21. Mailed by 7/15: 5-day $230, 4-day $229, 3-day $228. Mailed7/16-10/15: 5-day $260, 4-day $259, 3-day $258. Mailed 10/16-12/15:5-day $280, 4-day $279, 3-day $278. Do not mail entry after 12/15.Online 12/24 to 2 hours before your first game, or at site 12/26 to 1hour before your first game: http://chessaction.com/ $300. OpenSection EF $100 more to US players if not USCF or FIDE rated 2200/over.Under 1250 Section EF: All $120 less than above. Seniors 65/over inU1500/over: All $120 less than above. Re-entry $120; not available inOpen Section. GMs, foreign IMs, foreign WGMs free in Open Section;$150 from prize. US IMs & WGMs $150; $100 from prize. All: No checksat site, credit cards OK. Special 1 year USCF dues with paper magazineif paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult$20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, YoungAdult $30, Scholastic $20. 5-day reg. ends 12/26 10:30 am, rds. 12/26-28 11:30 am & 6 pm, 12/29 10 am & 4 pm, 12/30 10 am. 4-day reg.ends 12/26 5 pm, rds. 12/26 6 pm, 12/27-28 11:30 & 6, 12/29 10 & 4.3-day reg. ends 12/27 10:30 am, rds. 12/27 11:30 am, 2:30 pm & 6pm, 12/28 11:30 & 6, 12/29 10 & 4. Bye: all, limit 4, limit 2 in last 4rounds; Open must commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 4. HR: $97-97, 800-833-3308, 702-739-4111, rate may increase or chess block sellout about 11/15. Free parking (garage at adjacent Paris Las Vegas Hotelis most convenient). Car rental: for special Avis rate reserve car throughchesstour.com or call 800-331-1600, use AWD #657633. Ratings: FIDEused in Open, Dec 2014 official USCF in others. For foreign in U2300 &below, see www.chesstour.com/ foreignratings.htm. Highest of multipleratings usually used. Players who fail to disclose foreign or FIDE ratingsmay be expelled. Special rules: CCA electronic devices rules used; seewww.chesstour.com/devices.htm. Also, in round 3 or after, players withscores of 80% or more and their opponents may not use headphones orearphones, or go to a different floor of the hotel without Director per-mission. Blitz 12/29 9:45 pm. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental

Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577 (DirectorAtChess.us, www.chesstour.com, 347-201-2269). $15 service fee for refunds. Advanceentries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

DEC. 29, NEVADATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED)North American Open Blitz (BLZ)5SS, G/5 d0, double round, 10 games. Ballys Casino Resort, Las Vegas(see North American Open). $3000 guaranteed prizes. In 2 sections.Open: $500-300-200, U2300/Unr $230-120, U2100/Unr $220-110. Under1900: $400-200-100, U1700 $220-110, U1500 $140-70, U1300 $80. EF(at site only, no checks): $40 by 7 pm 12/29, $50 after 7 pm 12/29. GMsfree; $40 deducted from prize. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:45, 10:30,11:15, 11:45, 12:15. Bye: 1. Blitz rated, but higher of regular or blitzused for pairings & prizes.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!JAN. 9-11 OR 10-11, MASSACHUSETTSTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED)3rd annual Boston Chess Congress5SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds 1-2 G/60 d10). Hyatt BostonHarbor, 101 Harborside Dr., Boston, MA 02128. Free parking, free airportshuttle. Prizes $12,100 based on 220 paid entries (U1300 & re-entriescount 60%), minimum $8000 (2/3 each prize) guaranteed. In 6 sections.Premier: Open to 1900/over. $1200-600-400, clear or tiebreak 1st $100bonus, top U2300 $500-250. Under 2100: $1000-500-300. Under 1900:$1000-500-300. Under 1700: $1000-500-300. Under 1500: $800-400-300. Under 1300: $400-200-150. Unrated may not win over $200 inU1300, $400 U1500 or $600 U1700. Top 5 sections EF: $87 online atchessaction.com by 1/7, $95 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 1/5, 3-day$93, 2-day $92 if check mailed by 12/30, $100 at site, or online until 2hours before round 1. GMs free; $80 from prize. Under 1300 SectionEF: All $40 less than above. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: bestmale/female 2-player “team” combined score among all sections: $800-400-200. Team average must be under 2200; teammates may playindifferent sections; teams must register at site (no extra fee) by 2 pm1/10; teammate pairings avoided but possible. All: Online EF $5 less toMACA members; may join/renew at masschess.org. Re-entry $50, notavailable in Premier. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Unofficialuschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 yearUSCF dues with magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com,Adult $30, Young Adult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or at site,Adult $40, Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. 3-Day Schedule: Reg. endsFri 6 pm. Rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. 2-Day Schedule: Reg.ends Sat 10 am. Rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:30. Half point byesavailable all rounds, limit 2 byes, Premier must commit before rd. 2,others before rd. 3. HR: $79-79, 617-568-1234, request chess rate,reserve by 1/3 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600,use AWD #657633. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, PO Box249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions:chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance entriesposted at www.chessaction.com (Online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!JAN. 16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERNTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)6th annual Golden State Open7SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10, 2-day optionexcept in Open Section, rds. 1-4 G/30 d10). Holiday Inn Dublin-Pleasanton,6680 Regional St., Dublin, CA 94568 (near intersection of I-580 and I-680; easy walk (2/5 mile) from BART West Dublin/Pleasanton station).19 miles from Oakland Airport, 30 from San Jose Airport, 33 from SanFrancisco Airport. $25,000 prize fund unconditionally guaranteed.In 6 sections. Open, open to all. $3000-1500-800-600-400, clear ortiebreak winner $100, top U2300/Unr $1000-500. FIDE. Under 2200:$1600-800-500-400-300, top U2000/Unr $500-250. Under 1900: $1500-800-500-400-300, top U1700 (no unr) $400-200. Under 1600:$1200-600-400-300-200, top U1400 (no unr) $300-150. Under 1300:$1000-500-400-300-200, top U1100 (no unr) $250-125. Under 1000:$400-200-150-100-75. Unrated (0-3 lifetime games rated) may enterany section, with maximum prize U1000 $150, U1300 $400, U1600 $600,U1900 $800. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player“team” combined score among all sections: $1000-500-300. Teamaverage must be under 2200; teammates may play in different sections;teams must register at site (no extra fee) before both players beginround 2; teammate pairings avoided but possible. EF: $123 online atchessaction.com by 10/1, $143 online 10/2-1/14, $160 at site, or onlineuntil 2 hours before game. $130 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 10/1 (entryonly, no questions), $150 10/2-1/12. 4-day $129, 3-day $128, 2-day$127 mailed by 10/1, all $20 more mailed 10/2-1/7. EF $160 at siteuntil 1 hour before game. GMs free; $120 deducted from prize. U1000Section EF: $53 online at chessaction.com by 1/14, $60 phoned by1/14, 4-day $59, 3-day $58, 2-day $57 mailed by 1/7, $70 at site oronline until 2 hours before rd. 1. All: Special 1 yr USCF dues with papermagazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, YoungAdult $20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40,Young Adult $30, Scholastic $20. Re-entry (except Open) $60. Online EF$5 less to CalChess members. 4-day schedule: Late reg. ends Fri 6pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. 3-dayschedule: Late reg. ends Sat 11 am, rds. Sat 12, 3 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Late reg. ends Sun 9 am, rds. Sun 10, 12,2, 3:45 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. Byes: OK all, limit 2; Open must commitbefore rd. 2, others before rd 4. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usuallyused if otherwise unrated. Foreign player ratings: See chesstour.com/foreignratings.htm. HR: $89-95, 925-828-7750, reserve by 1/2 or ratemay increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633.Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577. Questions:chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. $15 service chargefor refunds. Bring set, board, clock if possible; none supplied. Advanceentries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

A Heritage Event!Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!

JAN. 16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, PENNSYLVANIATROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 100 (ENHANCED)47th annual Liberty Bell Open7SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (3 day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10, 2-day optionin U2100 to U1250, rds. 1-4 G/30 d10). Sonesta Hotel, 1800 MarketSt., Philadelphia 19103. $$20,000 b/320 paid entries (re-entries, GMs& U1250 section count 70%), else in proportion, except minimum 75%of each prize guaranteed. In 2006 to 2014, the tournament had over320 paid entries each year and the $20,000 projected prize fund wasincreased in proportion. In 6 sections. Open: $2000-1000-600-400-300,1st clear or on tiebreak $100 bonus, top Under 2300/Unr $800-400.Under 2100: $1200-600-400-300-200. Under 1900: $1200-600-400-300-200. Under 1700: $1200-600-400-300-200. Under 1500: $1000-600-400-300-200. Under 1250: $700-500-300-200-100. Unrated may enterany section, but may not win over $300 in U1250, $600 U1500, or $900U1700. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team”combined score among all sections: $1000-600-400. Team average mustbe under 2200; teammates may play in different sections; teams mustregister at site (no extra fee) before both players begin round 2; teammatepairings avoided but possible. Top 5 sections EF: $108 online at ches-saction.com by 1/14, $120 phoned by 1/12 (406-896-2038, entry only,no questions), 4-day $114, 3-day $113, 2-day $112 if check mailed by1/7, $130 (no checks, credit cards OK) at site, or online until 2 hoursbefore rd. 1. GMs free, $100 deducted from prize. U1250 Section EF:All $30 less than top 5 sections EF. All: Unofficial uschess.org ratingsusually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 yr USCF dueswith magazineif paid with entry: Online at chessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult$20, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, YoungAdult $30, Scholastic $20. Re-entry (no Open to Open) $70. 4-dayschedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon10 & 3:30. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2:30 & 6,Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule (no Open Section): Reg.ends Sun. 9 am, rds. Sun 10-12-2-3:45-6, Mon 10-3:30. Bye: all, limit 3,Open must commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 4. HR: $98-98-98-98,1-800-SONESTA, 617-806-4653, request Continental Chess rate, reserveby Jan 2 or rate may increase. Parking: Chess rate at Sonesta approx.$20/day (half of normal rate). Much lower rates Fri night & all day Sat& Sun at 1818 Market, 1815 JFK Blvd., or 1540 Spring. Car rental: Avis,800-331-1600, use AWD#D657633 or reserve through chesstour.com.Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills,NY 12577. Questions: DirectorAtChess.US, www.chesstour.com, 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries will be postedat chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!FEB. 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, TEXASTROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED)Southwest Class Championships7SS, 40/110, SD/30 d10 (3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10, 2-day optionexcept in Master Section, rds. 1-4 G/30 d10). DFW Airport MarriottSouth, 4151 Centreport Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76165. Free parking; freeairport shuttle. $30,000 prize fund unconditionally guaranteed. In7 sections; rated players may play up one section. Master (2200/up):$3000-1500-800-500-400, clear or tiebreak winner $200, top U2400$1200-600. FIDE. Expert (2000-2199): $2000-1000-500-300-200. ClassA (1800-1999/Unr): $2000-1000-500-300-200. Class B (1600-1799/Unr):$2000-1000-500-300-200. Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1500-800-400-300-200. Class D (1200-1399/Unr): $1200-600-400-300-200. Class E(Under 1200/Unr): $800-400-200-120-80. Unrated (0-3 lifetime gamesrated) may enter A through E, with maximum prize E $200, D $400, C$600, B $800, A $1000. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best male/female2-player “team” combined score among all sections: $1000-600-400-300. Team average must be under 2200; teammates may play in differentsections; teams must register at site (no extra fee) before both playersbegin round 2; teammate pairings avoided but possible. EF: $143 onlineat chessaction.com by 11/1, $163 online 11/2-2/9, $180 at site, oronline until 2 hours before game. $150 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/1(entry only, no questions), $170 11/2-2/9. 4-day $149, 3-day $148, 2-day $147 mailed by 11/1, all $20 more mailed 11/2-2/4. EF $180 at siteuntil 1 hour before game. GMs free; $150 deducted from prize. Class ESection EF: $63 online at chessaction.com by 2/11, $70 phoned by 2/9,4-day $69, 3-day $68, 2-day $67 mailed by 2/4, $80 at site or onlineuntil 2 hours before rd 1. All: Special 1 yr USCF dues with paper magazineif paid with entry. Online at chesstour.com, Adult $30, Young Adult $20,Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult$30, Scholastic $20. Re-entry (except Open) $60. 4-day schedule: Latereg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 12 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30.3-day schedule: Late reg. ends Sat 11 am, rds. Sat 12, 3 & 6, Sun 12 &6, Mon 10 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Late reg. ends Sun 9 am, rds. Sun10, 12, 2, 3:45 & 6, Mon 10 & 3:30. Byes: OK all, limit 2; Open mustcommit before rd. 2, others before rd. 4. Unofficial uschess.org ratingsusually used if otherwise unrated. Foreign player ratings: See chess-tour.com/foreignratings.htm. HR: $95-95, 817-358-1700, reserve by1/30 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD#D657633. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 249, Salisbury Mills, NY 12577.Questions: chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. $15service charge for refunds. Bring set, board, clock if possible; none sup-plied. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries postedinstantly).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!MAR. 19-22 OR 20-22, HAWAIITROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED)2015 Hawaii Chess Festival - Hawaii International Open6-SS, Open: G/90 + 30i, All other sections: G/120 d5. Hilton WaikikiBeach Hotel, 2500 Kuhio Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815. $25,000 ProjectedPrize Fund based on 200 entries in top 3 sections. $12,500 unconditionallyguaranteed. Open: $5000-2500-1250 U2400 $1250-750 U2200 $1250-750 Amateur (Under 2000): $2500-1250-750 U1800 $1000-500. Reserve(Under 1600): $2500-1250-750 U1400 $1000-500. Novice (Under 1200):$500-300-200 Open EF: Free for GM/IM/WGM/WIM.(*) *See website



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for conditions. $249 for players rated 2000+, $349 for players ratedunder 2000 or unrated. U2000 & U1600 EF: $249 to play in rating classor unrated, $299 if wanting to play up. U1200 EF: $89. Discounts: 20%off all entry fees if received by 10/1/14, 10% off until 1/1/15. Additional$20 off for juniors aged 18/under and Seniors aged 65/older. 4-dayschedule: Reg. ends 3/19 at 5PM. Rds.: 7:30, 2-7:30, 2-7:30, 9. 3-dayschedule. Reg ends 3/20 at 8AM. Rds.: 9-2:00-7:30, 2-7:30, 9. SideEvents: This is the anchor event for the weeklong 2015 HAWAII CHESSFESTIVAL (3/14-22)which will also feature the Hawaii State ScholasticChampionship - 3/14, G/45 d0, a chess camp, Blitz Open - 3/21, G/5d0, lectures, group travel outings and more. HR: $189. Call event sponsorUltimate Vacations at 1-800-284-0440 for reservations and travel pack-ages. Registration and more info: www.HawaiiChessFestival.com.Email:[email protected]. Chief Organizer: Beau Mueller,(808) 321-1594.

AlabamaSEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, Alabama State Chess ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Scholastic - A Charity Event! (QC)5SS, TC: G/25 d4. Brookwood Village Mall. 780 Brookwood Village,Birmingham, AL 35209. Rated: OPEN (K-12), MIDDLE (K-8). EF: $20.Not Rated: NOVICE (K-6): EF: $15, if mailed by OCT 4th. Trophy: Top3, Medals 4th – 6th. Late REG.: OCT 11th at 8AM; $10 More. Rds.:9:15-10:30-12-1:15-2:30. Checks payable to: Caesar Chess. All Proceedsgoes to Children’s of Alabama. ENT: Caesar Chess, LLC 5184 CaldwellMill Road, Suite 204-202, Birmingham, AL 35244. Info: [email protected]; www.CaesarChess.com; www.AlabamaChess.com.

ArizonaOCT. 10-11, Stubenrauch/Schneider Memorial - National ChessDay TournamentSections: U1000, U1700, OPEN. U1000 plays 1-day schedule. U1700and Open play 2-day schedule. Under 1000: Saturday, Oct 11th5SS, G/30 d5. U1000 will be divided into sections based on rating. Adultsmay not play lower than U1000. Prizes: Trophies to the top 3 scholasticplayers in each section. Round Times: 9:00, 10:30, 12:00, 1:15, 2:30.Entry Fees: Free by 10/6, $20.00 10/7-10/10, $40 onsite. (Players reg-istering onsite will receive a 1/2 point bye for Round 1). U1700 & Open(2-day schedule): Friday, Oct 10th and Saturday, Oct 11th. 5SS, G/55d5. Prizes: Top 3 scholastic = Trophies. Adults = 75% of entry fee forcash prizes. Rounds: Fri 4:15, 6:30. Sat 8:30, 10:45, 1:15. Entry Fees:Students: same as U1000. Adults: $30 by 10/6, $40 10/7-10. Onsite:$50.00 (Players registering onsite will receive a 1/2 point bye for thefirst round). Register Online at: events4chess.com. Location: Killip Ele-mentary School, 2300 E. Sixth Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86004. More Info: BillCheney 928-266-2122, [email protected], www.flagstaffchess.com.

A State Championship Event!NOV. 1-2, Arizona Senior OpenHoliday Inn Palo Verde, 4550 S. Palo Verde Rd., Tucson, AZ 85714, 520-799-8622. 1 SECTION: Open to USCF members born on or before Nov.1, 1964. SCHEDULE: 5/SS, Rds 1-2 GAME/90 d5, Rds. 3-5 30/90, SD/1d5. Round times: 10-1:30-5, 9-3. Byes: 1/2 pt byes allowed for allrounds but must be requested prior to start of Round 2 (2 max). PRIZES:Highest Placing AZ Resident is AZ Senior Champion, $$G:250-150-100,“Holland Prize” $50, Plaque to Top Senior 60+, Top Senior 70+; EF:FREE to GM/IM/WGM/WIM, otherwise $40. Late Fee: Additional $10 ifentering after 10/29. ENTER: http://events4chess.com/ or mail to (makechecks payable to “SACA”): SACA, Attn: AZ Senior Open, PO Box 40663,Tucson, AZ 85717 or at site on 10/29 at 8:30 - 9:30am. HR: $79 (single/double) or $99 (suite), mention “Chess”. INFO: Enrique Huerta, 520-261-6149, email: [email protected], web: www.sazchess.org. W.

NOV. 22-23 OR 23, 2014 American Open Scholastic (CA-S)See California, Southern.

NOV. 27-30 OR 28-30, 50th Annual American Open (CA-S)See Grand Prix.

DEC. 26-30, 26-29 OR 27-29, 24th annual North American Open(NV)See Grand Prix.

DEC. 29, North American Open Blitz (BLZ) (NV)See Grand Prix.

JAN. 16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, 6th annual Golden State Open(CA-N)See Grand Prix.

FEB. 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, Southwest Class Championships(TX)See Grand Prix.

MAR. 19-22 OR 20-22, 2015 Hawaii Chess Festival - HawaiiInternational Open (HI)See Grand Prix.

ArkansasOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri Open (MO)See Grand Prix.

California, NorthernSEPT. 14, Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: 25, after 9/11 40.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

SEPT. 14, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: 33, after 9/1148. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

SEPT. 20, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: 20, after 9/17 35.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

SEPT. 20, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies to all teams &players w + score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. Disc EF: 20,after 9/17 35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

SEPT. 21, Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-4:30p. EF: $25, after 9/18$40. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

SEPT. 21, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games:10a-2p. EF: $33, after 9/18$48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

SEPT. 27, 2014 U.S. Game/60 ChampionshipSee Nationals.

SEPT. 28, 2014 U.S. Game/30 ChampionshipSee Nationals.

OCT. 5, Bay Area Fremont Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Fremont, CA 94538. Trophies: Players w/plus score.Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $25, after 10/3 $40. Info:http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 5, Bay Area Fremont Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Fremont, CA 94538. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $33, after 10/3$48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 5, Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, Bay Area Chess GM Sam Shankland Cham-pionshipSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, Bay Area Sacramento Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 10/9 $35.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11, Sacramento Junior Grand Prix Super$wiss (4SS, G/61d5)Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Prize: $1,000 b/35.70% guar. 1800+: $200-100, u2000 100-50. u1800: $200-100-50, u1600100, u1400 50 u1200 50. Oct 14 Supp & TD disc. Reg.: 9-9:15. Rds.: 9:3011:50 2:40 5. EF: 45, Econ 35 2/3 prz. after 10/9+15, playup +15,Rated 2200+ $0 by 9/30 (Prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

OCT. 11, Weibel Fall Scholastic Chess Youth Quads #1 + NationalChess Day FestivitiesWeibel Elementary School, 45135 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont, CA. TwoSections: U900 G/30 d0; Over 900 G/45 d5. Info & Entry Form at:www.CalNorthYouthChess.org/Applications/FallQuads14-GP. Open toall scholastic players who are USCF members. Trophies to winners ofeach Quad. Chess medals to all who do not win a trophy. Info: Alan M.Kirshner, Ph.D., [email protected], (510) 659-0358.

OCT. 12, Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $25, after 10/9 $40.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 12, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $33, after 10/9$48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 18, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 10/15$35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

OCT. 18, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies to all teams &players w + score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. Disc EF:$20, after 10/15 $35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

OCT. 19, Bay Area Foster City Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Foster City, CA 94404. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 10/16$35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 19, Bay Area Foster City Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Foster City, CA 94404. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $27, after10/16 $40. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 26, Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w/plus

score. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $25, after 10/23$40. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 26, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $33, after10/23 $48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

OCT. 26, Foster City Grand Prix LuperSwiss (3 x G/90 d5)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 31-NOV. 2 OR 1-2, 2014 U.S. Class ChampionshipSee Nationals.

NOV. 2, Bay Area Fremont Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Fremont, CA 94538. Trophies: Players w/plus score.Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $25, after 10/30 $40. Info:http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 2, Bay Area Fremont Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Fremont, CA 94538. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $33, after10/30 $48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 8, Bay Area Chess Grand Prix Super$wiss (4SS, G/61 d5)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 8, Bay Area Sacramento Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 11/5 $35.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV.8, Sacramento Junior Grand Prix Super Swiss (4SS, G/61 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Prize: $1,000 b/35.70% guar. 1800+: $200-100, u2000 100-50. u1800: $200-100-50, u1600100, u1400 50 u1200 50. Nov 14 Supp & TD disc. Reg.: 9-9:15. Rds.:9:30 11:50 2:40 5. EF: 45, Econ 35 2/3 prz. after 11/5 +15, playup+15, Rated 2200+ $0 by 10/26 (Prize - EF). Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W.

NOV. 8, Weibel Fall Scholastic Chess Youth Quads #2Weibel Elementary School, 45135 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont, CA. TwoSections: U900 G/30 d0; Over 900 G/45 d5. Info & Entry Form at:www.CalNorthYouthChess.org/Applications/FallQuads14-GP. Open toall scholastic players who are USCF members. Trophies to winners ofeach Quad. Chess medals to all who do not win a trophy. Info: Alan M.Kirshner, Ph.D., [email protected], (510) 659-0358.

NOV. 9, Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $25, after 11/5 $40.Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 9, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $33, after 11/5$48. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 15, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 11/12$35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

NOV. 15, Bay Area Chess4Less Kids Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)1639A South Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. Trophies to all teams &players w + score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. Disc EF:$20, after 11/12 $35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature.

NOV. 16, Bay Area Foster City Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Foster City, CA 94404. Trophies: Players w/plusscore. Sched: Check-in by 2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: $20, after 11/13$35. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 16, Bay Area Foster City Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5)Courtyard Marriott, Foster City, CA 94404. Trophies: all teams & playersw/plus score. Sched: Reg. 9-9:45a. Games: 10a-2p. EF: $27, after11/13 $40. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W.

NOV. 16, Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 22-23 OR 23, 2014 American Open Scholastic (CA-S)See California, Southern.


DEC. 7, Cupertino Grand Prix DuperSwiss (3SS x G/75 d5)See Grand Prix.


JAN. 16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, 6th annual Golden State OpenSee Grand Prix.


California, SouthernThe Los Angeles Chess ClubThe Most Active Club on the West Coast! (310) 795-5710 *www.LAChessClub.com. Saturdays: 10am-10 pm (Intermediate class+ 2 Tournaments). Sundays: 11-7 & 1-5 pm (Junior class + 2 Tourna-ments) – Details on our web site. Tuesdays: 7:30-9:30 pm (Inter-mediate/Advanced Lecture). 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles,CA 90025. (4 blocks W of 405, SW corner of Santa Monica & Butler *2nd Floor – above Javan Restaurant). Group Classes * Tournaments *Private (1:1) Lessons.

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Alec’s Chess Club!(818) 220-0257, www.alecschessclub.com. Excellent Group and PrivateLessons at very affordable prices. Tournaments EVERY Saturday: BlitzTournament on Saturdays from 1-3. The LAST Saturday each month: 5Round G/30 d5. See our website or call for more details. Hope you cancome!! [email protected]. 4418 Simpson Ave, #5, Studio City,CA 91607.

SEPT. 6-7, Tournament III & Summer Chess CampTOURNAMENT III: Both days, 4SS, G/30 d5. CHESS CAMP: 3 Sections:Over 1000, U1000, U500. EF: $199; Siblings 1/2, 25% off new LACCmembers; Free new LACC Life members! $10 ($5) off if preregisteredby 9/4 for the 2-day (1-day). 1-day $109. Reg.: Sat 9-10 am; Schedule:Day 1 10-11: Tactics I (theory); 11-12: Game I (G/30, practice); 12-1:Lunch & games analysis; 1-2: Opening I (theory); 2-3: Middle game I(theory); 3-4: Endgame I theory); 4-5: Game 2 (G/30, practice); 5-6:Game 2 analysis. Schedule: Day 2 10-11: Tactics II (theory); 11-12:Game 3 (G/30; practice); 12-1: Lunch & games analysis; 1-2: OpeningII (theory); 2-3: Middle game II (theory); 3-4: Endgame II (theory); 4-5:Game 4 (G/30, practice); 5-6: Game 4 analysis; Ent: LACC- Box 251774,LA, CA 90025. Info: Mick Bighamian: (310) 795-5710; [email protected] or www.LAChessClub.com. Parking: Free on streets, BoA, orbasement.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 6&7, 13&14, LACC - Saturday & Sunday G/616SS, G/61 d5. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA 90025, 2nd fl. EF: $55 ($35LACC memb; No prizes 1/2; spouses/siblings 1/2). Reg.: 11-12 pm.Rds.: 12, 2, 4 pm each day. 1-Day Option: 1/2 EF. Prizes: 1/2 collections.Parking: Free at BoA & basement. Info: 310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com.

SEPT. 6, 13, 20, LACC - Every Saturday Chess 4 Jrs.NEW EVENT 3 separate events- 5SS, G/30 d0. 11514 Santa MonicaBlvd. & Butler, LA, 90025, 2nd fl. 4 blocks West of 405. EF: $30 ($20LACC memb, No prize 1/2, siblings 1/2, Free new LACC members). Reg.:12-1 pm. Rds.: 1pm & asap; done by 5; Prizes: Trophies & medals;each player receives a prize! Parking: Free on streets, BoA, or basement.Free pizza & juices. Info: (310) 795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com [email protected].

SEPT. 6, 13, 20, LACC - Saturday G/613SS, G/61 d5. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd fl. EF: $30 ($20memb, No prizes 1/2; spouses/siblings 1/2). Reg.: 11-12 pm. Rds.: 12,2, 4 pm. Prizes: 1/2 collections. Parking: Free on streets & basement.Info: 310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com.

SEPT. 6, 13, 20, LACC - Saturday Nite Blitzathon (BLZ)7DSS, G/5 d0 (14 Games). 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd fl.4 blks W of 405. EF: $20 ($15 LACC memb). Blitz-rated. No prizes 1/2.Reg.: 6-6:30 pm. Rds.: 6:30, 6:55, 7:20, 7:45, 8:10, 8:35, 9 pm. Prizes:90% of collections. Parking: Free on streets &, BoA, or basement. Info:310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com.

SEPT. 7, 14, 21, LACC - Every Sunday Chess 4 Jrs.3 separate events- 5SS, G/30 d0. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd. & ButlerLA, 90025, 2nd fl. 4 blocks West of 405. EF: $30 ($20 LACC memb, Noprize 1/2, siblings 1/2, Free new LACC members). Reg.: 12-1 pm. Rds.:1pm & asap; done by 5; Prizes: Trophies & medals; each player receivesa prize! Parking: Free on streets, BoA, or basement. Free pizza & juices.Info: (310) 795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com or [email protected].

SEPT. 7, 14, 21, LACC - Sunday G/613SS, G/61 d5. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd fl. EF: $30 ($20memb, No prizes 1/2; spouses/siblings 1/2). Reg.: 11-12 pm. Rds.: 12,2, 4 pm. Prizes: 1/2 collections. Parking: Free on streets, BoA, or base-ment. Info: 310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com.

SEPT. 14, 2014 Westwood Fall OpenSee Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 16, 23, 30, OCT. 7, Temecula Chess Club Tuesday Nights4SS, G/75 d5. Temecula Chess Club, 27403 Ynez Rd., Suite 213, Temecula,CA 92591. EF: $30. $15 for Temecula Chess Club Members. Unr: Free Entryfor Unrated Players. Rds.: 7:00pm. ENT:www.temeculachess.com events.INFO: Guy Reams [email protected]. www.temeculachess.com.

SEPT. 20-21, 2014 Botvinnik MemorialSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 3-5, Temecula Chess Club Fall OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Chess TournamentHighland Elementary School, 2900 Barnett St., Bakersfield, CA 93308. 4Sections: K-3 U300; K-3 U850; 4-6 U850; Open (all 7th -12 and K-6rated over 849). All sections are 5SS, G/30 d0. Cost $10 before 10/10;$15 after 10/9; or $20 onsite 9:15-9:40. First round starts at 10:20.http://foothill.kernhigh.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Tourney-Form-101114.pdf. Trophies to top 5 individuals in K3 U300 and K3 U850sections. Trophies to top 10 individuals in K-6 U850 and Open sections.Team awards for top three teams: K-3, 4-6, and Open sections. Info:[email protected]

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11-12, LACC - National Chess Day Weekender6SS, G/61 d5. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd, LA 90025, 2nd fl. 1 Opensection. EF: $70, $50 LACC members ($5 off if notified by 10/10);Siblings 1/2, $30 new LACC members, Free new LACC Life members!20% off your EF for each friend you bring in. Reg.: Sat 10-11:30 am.Rds.: 12, 2, 4 pm each day. Byes: Up to three 1/2-point byes available.1-Day option I: Play 1 day- no 1/2 pt byes- 1/2 EF. 1-Day option II:Play 1 day & receive three 1/2 pt byes- Full EF. Prizes: $$1,500 ($750Guaranteed). 1st-3rd $400-200-100 U2000: $100. U1800: $200-100-$50;U1600: $100–50; U1400: $100-50; U1200/unrated. Ent: LACC- Box

251774, LA, CA 90025. Info:Mick Bighamian: Cell (310) 795-5710; [email protected] or www.LAChessClub.com. Parking: Free on streets& basement.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 21, 28, NOV. 4, 11, Temecula Chess Club Tuesday Nights4SS, G/75 d5. Temecula Chess Club, 27403 Ynez Rd., Suite 213, Temecula,CA 92591. EF: $30. $15 for Temecula Chess Club Members. Unr: Free Entryfor Unrated Players. Rds.: 7:00pm. ENT:www.temeculachess.com/events.INFO: Guy Reams [email protected]. www.temeculachess.com.

NOV. 8, Temecula Chess Club - Rated Beginners Open (RBO)3SS, G/61 d5, Temecula Chess Club, 27403 Ynez Rd., Suite 213, Temecula,CA 92591. Open to 1200 & under. EF: $30. $15 for Temecula Chess ClubMembers. Unr: Free Entry for Unrated Players. Prizes: trophies. Rds.:12p, 2p, 4p. ENT: www.temeculachess.com/events. INFO: Guy [email protected]. www.temeculachess.com.

NOV. 22-23 OR 23, 2014 American Open ScholasticDoubletree Anaheim/Orange County, 100 City Dr., Orange, CA 92868.(714) 634-4500. Hotel rate is $99, mention SCF. Chess Computer foreach 1st place winner per section. Trophies to top 10 places and top3 in teams, in each section. Finalist medals to all above-averagescorers. 9 Sections based on grade and rating: Varsity K-3, K-6, K-12;Junior Varsity K-1, K-3 rated U600, K-6 rated U600, K-6 rated U800, K-9 rated U1000, K-12 rated U1200. Pre-Registration only (onsite reg. paymore and receive 1st round bye): Rds.: Saturday & Sunday 9am, 12:15,3:15 for Varsity sections; and Sunday 9am, 10:45, 12:15, 1:45, 3:15,4:45 for Junior Varsity sections. Time Controls: All rounds will be G/75d5 in Varsity and G/30 d5 in Junior Varsity sections. EF: Varsity $80,Junior Varsity $60, register by 11/20 save $5, by 11/20 save 10%, by10/31 save 20%, by 9/30 save 30%. Play-up +$5. Limited space foronsite registration! USCF Membership required for all sections. NovemberSupplement & TD discretion to place players accurately. National Tour-nament Director: Randall Hough. Info: http://americanopen.org/junior-tournament. Inquire: [email protected]. Chess Magnet SchoolJGP for Varsity Sections.

NOV. 27-30 OR 28-30, 50th Annual American OpenSee Grand Prix.


DEC. 29, North American Open Blitz (BLZ) (NV)See Grand Prix.



ColoradoDEC. 26-30, 26-29 OR 27-29, 24th annual North American Open(NV)See Grand Prix.


ConnecticutSEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, 5th Annual Hartford OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 24-26 OR 25-26, 5th annual Boardwalk Open (NJ)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 1, 2014 Greater New Haven Open!See Grand Prix.

NOV. 7-9 OR 8-9, 18th Annual Eastern Chess CongressSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 8, Eastern Congress Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Sheraton Hotel, Stamford (seeEastern Chess Congress). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in pro-portion: $100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, atsite only, no checks. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11. Bye: 1.Blitz rated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 45th annual National Chess Congress(PA)See Grand Prix.

JAN. 9-11 OR 10-11, 3rd annual Boston Chess Congress (MA)See Grand Prix.

District of ColumbiaOCT. 5, Metro Sunday Quads3-RR, G/85 d5. U.S. Chess Center, 410 8th Street, NW. EF: $20. $$ $40each quad. Scholastic Sectons. G/25 d5. EF: $10, Trophy prizes. Both:Reg.: 9:15-9:50. Open Rds. 10-1-4. Schol. start at 10:00 and usually endby 1:00. (202) 857-4922. www.chessctr.org/quads.php.

OCT. 8-13, 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13, Washington Chess Congress(VA)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 18, National Capital Scholastic Cup Qualifier4-SS. G/25 d5. US Chess Center, 410 8th Street, NW, Washington, DC20004. Open to any student in K - 12 grade living in DC, Maryland or Vir-

ginia. EF: $20 if by 10/11, $30 at site. Reg.: Noon - 12:45. Top 16 playersqualify for play-off matches. $$200-100-50-50 to champion, finalist andsemi-finalists of the play-offs. Trophies to the top 16. www.chessctr.org/Cup.php. 202-857-4922.

FloridaChess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!Boca Raton Chess ClubFriday nights, G/85 d5 Tournament, one game a week for 4 weeks.www.bocachess.com, 561-479-0351.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!Casselberry Chess Club (Orlando)THURSDAY NIGHTS, G/75 d5 Tournament, 1 Game/Week for (4) Weeks.Details: www.casselberrychessclub.com. Casselberry Recreation Center,200 North Triplet Lake Dr., Casselberry, FL. Contact: Herb Dickens at407-388-0636 or Kevin at 407-920-5210.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!South Florida Chess ClubWednesday’s 6:30-10:30pm. All games are G/85 d5, and they are all 4round tournaments. www.SouthFloridaChessClub.com. Questions? call561-573-3677 or email [email protected].

SEPT. 14-21, 2014 U.S. Senior OpenSee Nationals.

SEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 22nd annual Southern OpenSee Grand Prix.

SEPT. 20, Southern Open Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Wyndham Orlando Resort (seeSouthern Open). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in proportion:$100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, at site only,no checks. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11. Bye: 1. Blitzrated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, Orlando Autumn Open & National ChessDay ScholasticSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 10-12, The Stormont Kings 1st Annual National Chess DayWeekendFRIDAY, Oct. 10, Kick off event 7pm pizza dinner & Speed Chess Tour-nament G/5 d0 w/free raffles throughout the evening! Cost is $25.SATURDAY, Oct. 11 at 10am., 5 Rounds, G/30 d5, USCF rated tournament.EF: $25 tournament only, $40 w/food and other games. Games forchildren & families on Saturday w/lunch is $15 – does not include Sattournament fee. SUNDAY, Oct. 12, 1:30-2:30 pm, we will have a lessonon the Golden Position of Chess with time to practice and analyze. Costis $15. The final event for the weekend is a Bughouse Tournament from3-6pm on Sunday. Cost is $15. Space is limited. Registration must becompleted by 9/30/2014. Additional fee for late registration. All activitiesat: The Stormont Kings Chess Center, 8353 SW 124th St., Suite 201-A,Miami, FL 33156. For more information please contact Chris Stormont,786-303-2437, [email protected], www.stormontkingschess.com.

OCT. 11, Cagan Crossings Community Library - National ChessDay Tournament5-SS, G/40 d5. Cagan Crossings Library, 16729 Cagan Oaks Blvd., Cler-mont, FL. Off of U.S. Hwy 27/S.R. 25. Across Hwy from Lowes; Diagonalacross from Walmart. Bring set and clock if possible. ENTRY FEE: $30Mailed or brought to library. $40 cash at door. USCF rtg & conf ID# reqfor cash prize. GM fees waived. Unrated tournament being run concur-rently. No fees for unrated. PRIZES: Guaranteed $150/75/30 after 10registrations pro-rated. Prizes then increase by $50/25/10 for every 5paid registrations. Unrated winners awarded chess medals. 9AM - 5PMArrive by 8:45 to register. CONTACT: Herb Pilgrim: Library #352-243-1840; Cell: 352-396-1006; email: [email protected].

GeorgiaSEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 22nd annual Southern Open (FL)See Grand Prix.

HawaiiDEC. 26-30, 26-29 OR 27-29, 24th annual North American Open(NV)See Grand Prix.

MAR. 19-22 OR 20-22, 2015 Hawaii Chess Festival - HawaiiInternational OpenSee Grand Prix.

IdahoVellotti’s Chess SchoolWe Make Chess Fun!® Students ages 3-17 can learn to play andMaster chess with tricks, traps, and sneak attacks. Our Success inChess Training System is offered both in-person and live online throughgroup Skype lessons. Based in Boise and Sun Valley, ID with a growingexpansion into Los Angeles, CA, we offer camps, classes, tournaments,private lessons, simuls, and lectures by International Master LukeVellotti. Enchanted Chess online classes are a great way to masterchess from the comfort of your own home. Contact us today! Phone:(208) 713-2486. E-mail: [email protected]. Online: www.Suc-cessInChess.com.Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 20-21, 2014 Eastern Idaho Open5SS, Time Control: G/120 d5. Northwest Chess Grand Prix. 2 Sections:


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Open and Reserve (U1400). Site: Idaho State University, Pond StudentUnion (Building 14), 3rd Floor, 1065 S 8th Ave., Pocatello, ID. USCF memreq. EF: by 9/15 $30 (U18 & 60+ $25), Special family rate $60. $5 morefor all if after 9/15. Email entries OK to lock in lower rate. Register &check in: 7:30-8:30am 9/20. Those not paid and checked in by 8:30ammay not be paired in first round. Rd. times: Sat 9am, 2:00pm, 7pm; Sun9am, 2:00pm. 1/2 pt bye avail: Max 1, Rds. 1-4 only. Must commit byend of Rd. 2. 0-point bye available for Rd. 5. $$ (based on 30) Open:$175-85-65. Reserve (U1400): $75-50-35. ENT/INFO: ICA, Contact: JaySimonson, 391 Carol Ave., Idaho Falls, ID 83401, 208-206-7667. E-mail:[email protected]. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11, Wood River Weekend Progressive - National Chess Event!Site: Community Campus, Hailey, ID. 4SS, Time Control: R1 G/30 d5,R2 G/45 d5, R3 G/60 d5, R4 G/90 d5. Northwest Chess Grand Prix.Everyone/All Levels welcome to play in tournament! $$ Open (basedon 15): $100, $75, $50. Reserve (based on 15): $75, $50, $25, andstudent trophies, 1st-3rd place. EF: $30 ($25 if under 18 or 60+) (K-12students $10 in either section) if registered by 10/8. E-mail entry willlock in advance entry rate. USCF Mem. req’d. Boards and clocks provided.Tie-break order: Head-to-head, Solkoff, Cumulative Opposition, ModifiedMedian, Cumulative. Half-point bye: Max 1, Rds 1-3 only. Must commitby round 2. 0-point bye available for Rd. 4. Pre-registration preferred.ENT/INFO: ICA, Contact: Adam Porth, Silver Creek High School, 1060Fox Acres Rd., Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 450-9048 or email [email protected] checks payable to Idaho Chess Association. www.idahochessassociation.org. W.


IllinoisSEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cup (MI)See Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 4-5, Frederick Ekstrom Memorial Open5SS, Rd. 1 G/80 d5, Rd. 2-5 G/110 d5. State House Inn, 101 E. Adams,Springfield. Reg.: 9:30-10:15. Rds.: 10:30-2-6:45, 10-2:30. Meal breaksbetween every round. EF: $42 by 10/3, $52 at site, $2 less to SCC mem-bers. Prizes: $$1700 Gtd. 500-300-200; X-A-B-C-D-E&under-Unr 100each. Ent/Info: David Long, 401 S. Illinois St., Springfield 62704. 217-726-2584. 56 seats plus 4 overflow seats available. Restrictions onoutside food in playing rooms. Information and directions available atwww.springfieldchessclub.com.

OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, 23rd annual Midwest Class ChampionshipsSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Midwest Class Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel(see Midwest Class). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in proportion:$100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, at site only,no checks. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11. Bye: 1. Blitz rated,but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

OCT. 11, Park Forest Chess Challenge “National Chess Day” Tour-namentHosted by the Village of Park Forest, an Affiliate of the United StatesChess Federation. Tournament will be held at Dining on the Green,located at 349 Main Street in Park Forest, IL 60466. This is a 4/SS,G/40 d5 USCF-rated tournament; must be a USCF member to participate.Register at: Park Forest Recreation & Parks, 350 Victory Dr., ParkForest, IL 60466, (708)-748-2005, Credit Card, Cash or Check, $5.00Tournament Fee. On- site registration: (cash only) 9 am—9:30 am.Schedule: Players must check in by 9:45 am, Tournament time: 10am—4 pm. Please provide your own clock. Concessions will be sold atthe event. Advance registration if interested, send no money, I needUSCF id and name. Not member just send name. I can be reached [email protected] If you are not a member, yearly membershipsor a ninety day membership will be available at tournament for an extrafee. For details on joining the USCF, please visit their website at www.uschess.org or contact the Recreation & Parks Dept. at 708-748-2005.

NOV. 1-2, Susan Polgar World Open for Boys and GirlsA World Youth 2015 Qualifier Event! Sections (Boys and Girls each):U18, U16, U14, U12, U10 (see www.chessiq.com/polgar2014 for birthdatecutoffs for each age category). Prizes: (Boys and Girls each):1st placein each age category will be a wild card representative for the ChessIQAcademy World Youth Team (event held in Greece - see www.chessiq.com/polgar2014 for more details). Additional Prizes: U18 - 1st-WebsterUniversity Scholarship, 2nd-4th - $150-100-75 value in chess prizes.U16, U14, U12, U10 - 1st place iPad Mini, 2nd-4th - $150-100-75 valuein chess prizes. Trophies in all age categories for 1st - 8th place and top2 school teams (students must be in the same school or feeder school,no private club teams). Rounds and Time Control: Game-45 d5: Sat-Sun 11am, 1:30pm, 4pm each day. On-site reg: 9:30-10:30am Sat. Limit2 byes. Last rd bye must commit by end of Rd. 2 and not retractable.Side Events: (Fri night) 2-hour camp with GM Polgar 6pm-8pm; (SatMorning) 1-day U8 scholastic 4R-SS Game-30 d5 at 10:30am w/onsitereg. 9:30-10am; (Sat night) Puzzle Solving at 6pm and Simul at 7pm;(Sun morning) Game-3 +2/sec Blitz at 9am (FIDE and USCF rated) -visit website for more details and registration. Site: Hyatt RegencySchaumburg Hotel, 1800 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60173. Free Parking!HR: $89/night 847-605-1234 by 10/11 or rates may increase. Entries:Online or postmarked by 10/4 $40; online or postmarked by 10/18 $50,thereafter $60. Puzzle Solving, Simul, Blitz - $20 each. 1-day Scholastic- $30 by 10/18, $40 thereafter and onsite. Camp - $40 by 10/4, $50 by10/18, $60 thereafter and online. Online registrations at www.chessiq.com/polgar2014. Mail entries to: ChessIQ, 4957 Oakton St., Suite 113,Skokie, IL 60077. Other info: Boards, sets, and clocks provided for

events, none-for skittles. Must use organizer provided equipment. Novem-ber rating supplement used. Questions: [email protected] ONLY. Ontournament day ONLY - 847-274-1352.

NOV. 14-16 OR 15-16, 23rd annual Kings Island Open (OH)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 2nd Annual Greater Midwest Class Cham-pionshipsSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 2014 Motor City Open (MI)See Grand Prix.

IndianaSEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cup (MI)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, 23rd annual Midwest Class Championships(IL)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Midwest Class Blitz (BLZ) (IL)See Illinois.


NOV. 15, Kings Island Open Blitz (BLZ) (OH)See Ohio.


IowaOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri Open (MO)See Grand Prix.

KansasOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri Open (MO)See Grand Prix.

KentuckySEPT. 20, Adult Team Championship4 Rounds, G/60 d5. Univ. of Kentucky Student Center, Grand Ballroom,Lexington, KY 40506. 1st round: 10:00 Am Sharp. Rounds: 10/12:30/2:45/5:00. Sections: OPEN: 4 person teams Max Average of 4 Playerscannot exceed 2000! Under 1600 Section: 3 Person Teams. Max Averagecannot exceed 1600! Unrated count 1500 in all sections. Entry Fee: $20per player. Open Section based on 8 teams. 1st Place Team $500 (plustrophies); 2nd place $200. Under Section based on 8 teams: 1st Place$300 (plus trophies); 2nd place $150. Special side Bughouse Event aftermain event. Free Entry with Paid Entry to main event. 5 Rounds pairedas random swiss event. $100 1st place prize and trophies. Info: DonLutz (859) 907-2395. KyChess.com. Lexchess.com.

A Heritage Event!NOV. 1, 32nd MSU Open, 2014$G: 500. 4SS, G/60 d5. Rds.: 10-1-then ASAP thereafter. Third floor,Curris Center, Murray St. Univ., Murray, KY. EF: $20 if rec’d by Oct. 29,$30 afterward. In two sections: Open and Amateur for those ratedunder 1200. $500 guaranteed prizes: Open: $100 + trophy to 1st; $50to 2nd; $50 + Trophy to first in each of B, C, D. Amateur: $50 + trophyto 1st in each of the following categories - rated below 1200, ratedbelow 1000, rated below 800; rated below 600. If entries permit anadditional $100 will be assigned based on where the entries are located.Ent: Wayne Bell, Box 2468, Murray State Univ. Station, Murray, KY42071, site 9:00-9:45. Info only: 270-293-7675, [email protected], USCFmembership is required.


NOV. 15, Kings Island Open Blitz (BLZ) (OH)See Ohio.

LouisianaFEB. 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, Southwest Class Championships(TX)See Grand Prix.

MaineOCT. 5, Freeport Quick Chess Marathon (QC)See Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11, National Chess Day Tournament4SS, G/60 d6. Brewer Community School, 92 Pendleton St., Brewer, ME04412. 4 sections: Open, U1500, U1000 Beginners Open, K-6 UnratedNovice. Prizes: trophies top two. EF: $15, $20 at door. Reg.: 8-8:45.Rd. 1 starts 9:15. Enter: Steve Wong, 54 Wilson St., Brewer, ME 04412.207-945-3969, email: [email protected].

MarylandMaryland Chess Association TournamentsMCA runs several scholastic & open tournaments throughout Marylandeach month. Listings & online registration at www.MDChess.com.Maryland scholastic players can qualify for a $41,000 scholarshipawarded each year that covers 4 years of tuition & fees at UMBC (Uni-versity of Maryland, Baltimore County).SEPT. 13, UMBC Rated Beginner’s Championship (RBO)5SS, G/25 d5. UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore (in Commons, 3rdfloor). Open to U1200/Unr. USCF membership required. Free USCFmemb. to anyone scoring at least 3.5 pts. Certificate to anyone completing5 rds. Top UMBC student awarded trophy & title of 2014-2015 UMBCAmateur Chess Champ. EF: $20 if postmarked by 9/1, $25 later. Reg.:8:30-9:30am. Rds.: 10-11:30-1:30-3-4:30 Sat. 1/2 pt. bye avail. in anyrd. if req’d before rd. 1. Held concurrently w/UMBC Champ. 9/13-9/14(see separate TLA). Ent: Dr. Alan T. Sherman, Dept. of CSEE, UMBC,1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250, ATTN: Beginners Champ. Ckspayable to UMBC. Dir: Exit 47B off I95 & follow signs to UMBC. Park inCommons Drive garage. For more info: 410-455-8499, [email protected], www.umbc.edu/chess. W.

SEPT. 13-14, UMBC ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.


OCT. 11, National Chess Day G/10 (QC) (VA)See Virginia.

OCT. 12, Washington Chess Congress Blitz (BLZ) (VA)See Grand Prix.

NOV.28-30OR29-30, 45th annual National Chess Congress (PA)See Grand Prix.

MassachusettsSEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, 5th Annual Hartford Open (CT)See Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 8, 15, 22, 29, NOV. 5, Ernest E. Fandreyer Memorial5SS, G/100 d5. Wachusett CC, McKay Campus Complex, Room C159,Fitchburg State University, 67 Rindge Rd., Fitchburg, MA 01420. EF: $1per game. Reg.: 6-7:10 p.m. Rds.: 7:15 p.m. each Wed. Byes: 1-4, limittwo. Prizes: chess books, wooden boards, etc. Info: George Mirijanian,176 Oak Hill Rd., Fitchburg, MA 01420, [email protected], 978-345-5011.Website:www.wachusettchess.org. WEB: 10-8-14. Plenty of freeparking. Cafe facilities. W.

OCT. 26, 81st Greater Boston OpenSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 7-9 OR 8-9, 18th Annual Eastern Chess Congress (CT)See Grand Prix.

JAN. 9-11 OR 10-11, 3rd annual Boston Chess CongressSee Grand Prix.

MichiganSEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial CupSee Grand Prix.



NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 2014 Motor City OpenSee Grand Prix.

MinnesotaOCT. 10-12 OR 11-12, 23rd annual Midwest Class Championships(IL)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 7-9 OR 8-9, 2nd annual Bloomington OpenSee Grand Prix.

MissouriOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri OpenSee Grand Prix.


OCT. 25, 2014 Springfield OpenCo-hosted by the Springfield Park Board Chess Club and Joplin ChessClub. 4-SS, G/60 d5. Southside Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont, Springfield,MO 65804. 2 Sections, Open: $120-80, U1600 60. U1400: $60-40. 4.0Bonus: $20. Sections may be combined for pairing purposes. Prizes:b/25 non-scholastic entries. EF: $20 by 10/24, $30 at door. Scholastic(rating only) $10 by 10/24, $15 at door. Reg.: 8-8:50. Rounds: 9, 11:15,2, 4:15. Ent:[email protected] or [email protected] with cashon-site or mailed to Joplin Chess Club, 2609 New Hampshire, Joplin,MO 64804. Checks payable to Martin Stahl. Info: joplinchess.org,[email protected], 417-483-1554.

Note: Players who qualify for the World Youth Championshipbut represent a FIDE Academy are not included in the officialUSCF delegation.



NebraskaOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri Open (MO)See Grand Prix.

NevadaLas Vegas Chess CenterLasVegas Chess Center, 727 Fremont St., Las Vegas 89101, corner of8th inside the Learning Village in Downtown. We meet on Fridays from6 to 10 pm, G/75, +30, EF: $2 and Sundays from 12 to 6pm, 4 Rds.G/40 d5, EF: $5 with prizes back to winners. Sets, clocks, water andcoffee provided, for more info visit lasvegaschesscenter.com or call702-283-9512.

SEPT. 28, Nevada Quick Chess Championship (QC)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 17-19, 32nd Annual Sands Regency Reno-Western StatesOpenSee Grand Prix.


DEC. 26-30, 26-29 OR 27-29, 24th annual North American OpenSee Grand Prix.

DEC. 29, North American Open Blitz (BLZ)See Grand Prix.




New HampshireSEPT. 27, Middlebury Game-in-Thirty (VT)See Vermont.

New JerseyEvery Third Sunday of the Month Tournament Union City Chess Club!420 15th St., Union City. 4SS, G/45 d0. $200 b/20. Start time: 10am.

Reg.: $20. $15 if advance entry. To enter in advance at website: http://hudsoncountychess.tripod.com/.

Toms River Chess ClubNew! Beginning Oct. 5th. Every 1st and 3rd Sunday Quads at the TomsRiver Chess Club. Held at Close Encounters, 1861 Hooper Ave., TomsRiver, NJ. G/40 d5. EF: $20. Prizes: $40 per quad. Reg.: 12:15-12:45PM. 1st round 1PM. Contact email: [email protected]

SEPT. 13, Central Jersey Chess TournamentPrinceton Academy, 1128 Great Rd., Princeton. 6 sections: 4 rated, 2unrated. Open, U1200 K-12, 3SS, G/40 d5. U900, U600 K-8, 4SS, G/25d5. Intermediate (K-6), Beginners (K-2) 4SS, unrated, no clocks.Trophies: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and top school or club team per section, medalsto all! $35 pre-reg at njchess.com by 9/11, $45 on-site. Reg.: 1:15-1:45, sections end between 5-7pm. Full details at njchess.com.

SEPT. 19, FCA Friday Night Blitz-O-Mania (BLZ)5SS, G/5 d2. 271 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia, NJ 07605. Prizes(b/20): $50-30-20, U1400 $25. EF: $10. Reg.: 7:00-7:30pm. Rd. 1: 7:45. Info: [email protected], 201-961-4029.

SEPT. 20, Cherry Street OpenSee Grand Prix.

SEPT. 20, Ewing CC - Quad #243RR, G/90 d5. Ewing Community Center, 999 Lower Ferry Rd., Ewing,NJ 08628. EF: $14. Prizes: $35. each Quad. REG.: 8:45-10AM. Rds.:10:20, 1:30, 5PM. Train/Bus Access. Contact:Mike [email protected],609-468-4792. W.

SEPT. 20, Fair Lawn Saturday QuadsICA, 9-10 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn, NJ 07410. 3 RR, G/60 d5. EF:$25. Prize: $50 to first in each quad. Reg.: 12:45 - 1:15 PM. Rds.: 1:30PM, 3: 45, 6:00. ENT: Info Diana 201 797 0330, [email protected];www.icanj.net. ICA provides lunch.

SEPT. 21, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA Championship in 5 Sec-tionsSITE: BERGEN ACADEMY, 200 HACKENSACK AVE., HACKENSACK, NJ07601. 4SS, EVERYONE PLAYS 4 GAMES, ALL PLAYERS WITH 2.5 PTSOR MORE WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY! USCF Memb Req’d For Sections 3,4 AND 5. Info: 201 287 0250 or [email protected]. ADV EF (pmkby Sept 17th) $25 At Site $30 Reg ends 1/2 hr before 1st rd. Lateentrants will receive a 1/2 pt bye for rd. 1. In 5 Sections, Section 1Junior Novice (not USCF rated): Open to unr players K thru 2nd grade.Rds.: First Round 10:15 AM then ASAP. Section 2 Novice (not USCFrated): Open to unr players K thru 4th grade. Rds.: First Round 10:00AM then ASAP. Section 3 G/45 d5 U800: Open to players rated below800 and unr players K thru 12th grade. Rds.: 9:45 AM, 11:30, 1:15, 3:00PM. Section 4 G/45 d5 U1200: Open to players rated below 1200 andunr players K thru 12th grade. Rds.: 9:45 AM, 11:30, 1:15, 3:00 PM.Section 5 G/60 d5 U1400: Open to All Ages rated below 1400 or

unrated. Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45, 2:00, 4:30 PM. ENT: Make EF payableto: International Chess Academy. Mail To: Diana Tulman, 28 CanterburyLn., New Milford, NJ 07646. INFO: www.icanj.net. W.

SEPT. 21, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA Open ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

SEPT. 21, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA U1600 ChampionshipSite: Bergen Academy, 200 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, NJ 07601.Open To All Ages With Rating below 1600. 4SS, G/60 d5. Prize Fund ($$b/20) 1st - 3rd $100, $75, $50, TU1200 $25, INFO 201 287 0250 [email protected]. ADV EF (pmk by Sept 17th) $25 At Site $30.Reg. ends 1/2 hr before 1st rd Late entrants will receive a 1/2 pt byefor rd. 1. Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM. ENT: Make EFpayable to: International Chess Academy Mail. To: Diana Tulman, 28Canterbury Ln., New Milford, NJ 07646. INFO: www.icanj.net. W.

SEPT. 21, Sunday Quads3-RR. G/25 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. Prizes:$50 to first in each section. EF: $20, $15 members. Reg.: 3:00-3:25 p.m.Rds.: 3:30, 4:40, 5:50 p.m. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 21 & 28, Westfield Club Championship4-SS. G/85 d5. Westfield CC members only. For additional details see:www.westfieldchessclub.com/Events.html

SEPT. 22, Viking U1300 Quads in an evening #6 (Monday Evening)Community Center, 293 Main St., Hackettstown, NJ. 3-RR, G/30 d5. Quadwinner gets Trophy. EF: $5 cash at site 7 pm. Games start 7:30 pm.

SEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, 5th Annual Hartford Open (CT)See Grand Prix.

SEPT. 27, Dr. Luzviminda Machan Open4-SS, G/40 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. EF:$40, members $30. GMs free. IMs half-price. EF deducted from GM/IMprize. Prize Fund: $363 b/16 entries. Prizes: $100-80-62, U2200 $61,U1800 $60. Reg.: 12:15-12:50 p.m. Rds.: 1:00, 2:45, 4:30, 6:15 p.m. 2byes allowed, Must commit prior to round 3. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

SEPT. 27, Fair Lawn Saturday QuadsICA, 9-10 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn, NJ 07410. 3 RR, G/60 d5. EF:$25. Prize: $50 to first in each quad. Reg.: 12:45 - 1:15 PM. Rds.: 1:30PM, 3: 45, 6:00. ENT: Info Diana 201 797 0330, [email protected]; www.icanj.net. ICA provides lunch.

SEPT. 27, No Jersey-Fall Amateur (2 sections)Holiday Inn, 195 Davidson Ave., Somerset. (I-287, exit #10). U2400section, G$$: 250-150-100-50. Minimum $50 to Expert, EF: $45 onlineor $50 or cash at hotel. Early and late entries paired separately andmerged in round two. U1400 Section: $$150-100-50. Minimum $50 to


45th annual NATIONAL CHESS CONGRESS

6 rounds, Nov 28-30 or 29-30, Loews Philadelphia Hotel

$35,000 prize fund guaranteed, 35 trophies/plaques!

6 rounds, 40/110, SD/30, d10 (2-day

option, rds 1-3 G/45, d10). Trophy sections

play separate 2-day schedule only, 11/29-30

(G/45, d10).

Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market

St, Philadelphia PA 19107. 150 GPP

(enhanced). In 10 sections:

Premier: Open to 2000/over & juniors

under 18 1800/over. $3000-1500-800-400-

200, clear/tiebreak win $100, U2400/Unr

$1600-800. FIDE rated.

U2200/Unr: $2000-1000-500-300-200.

U2000/Unr: $2000-1000-500-300-200.

U1800/Unr: $2000-1000-500-300-200.

U1600/Unr: $2000-1000-500-300-200.

U1400/Unr: $1600-800-400-300-200.

U1200/Unr: $1600-800-400-300-200.

U1000/Unr: Trophies to top 10.

U800/Unr: Trophies to top 10.

Scholastic U600/Unr: K-12 only;

trophies to top 10.

3 year USCF membership with magazine

to winner of each trophy section.

Unrated prize limits: U1200 $300,

U1400 $600, U1600 $900, U1800 $1200,

U2000 $1500.

Mixed doubles bonus prizes: Best

male-female 2-player combined score

among all sections: $2000-1000-600-400.

Student/Alumni plaques to top 5

teams of 4 (any sections) representing any

US college, HS, or pre-HS players attend

or have graduated from.

Top 7 sections entry fee: $118 online

at chessaction.com by 11/26, $125

phoned to 406-896-2038 by 11/24, 3-day

$123, 2-day $122 mailed by 11/19, $140

at site, or online until 2 hrs before game.

Trophy sections entry fee: $38 at

chessaction.com by 11/26, $45 phoned to

406-896-2038 by 11/24, $42 mailed by

11/19, $50 at site or online to 8 am 11/29.

All: No checks at site, credit cards

OK. Re-entry (except Premier) $60.

Special USCF memberships: see

Chess Life TLA or chesstour.com.

3-day schedule: Reg. Fri to 11 am, rds

Fri 12 & 6, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 10 & 3:30.

2-day U1200/up: Reg. Sat to 9 am, rds

Sat 10, 12:45, 3:30, 6; Sun 10 & 3:30.

Trophy sections: Reg Sat to 9 am, rds

10, 12:45 & 3:30 each day.

Half point byes OK all rds, limit 3,

Premier must commit before rd 2, others

before rd 4.

Bring set, board, clock if possible-

none supplied. Nov. ratings used (unofficial

usually used if otherwise unrated).

USCF membership required.

Hotel rates: $100-100-125, 215-627-

1200, reserve by 11/13 Parking about

$30/day (Loews valet), $17/day (Park

America, 25 S 12th St), $5/day Sat & Sun

(1540 Spring St, near Sheraton Hotel).

Entry: chessaction.com or Continental

Chess, Box 8482, Pelham NY 10803. $15

charge for refunds. Entries posted at

chessaction.com (online entries posted

instantly). Blitz tournament Sat 10:30 pm.



Class E & F. U1000. EF: $35 online, or $40 cash at site. Round #1 starts10 am. Trophies to first and top 5 K-8 players. All sections: 4-SS, G/60d5, Top 4 Open prizes Guaranteed All others b/16 in section. Only top ina class may win Minimum prize. Reg. 9-9:45. First R. 10 am. Info: Ken908-887-3126 or [email protected]. W. Web.

SEPT. 28, FCA September Open4SS, G/60 d5. 271 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia, NJ 07605. Prize(b/20): $125-75-50, U1400: $50. EF: $25. (1)1/2 pt. bye avail. any rd. Must notify b/4rd.1. Reg.: 9:30-10:15am. Rds.: 10:30, 12:45, 3:00, 5:15. Info: [email protected], 201-961-4029.

SEPT. 28, Sunday Quads3-RR. G/25 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. Prizes:$50 to first in each section. EF: $20, $15 members. Reg.: 3:00-3:25 p.m.Rds.: 3:30, 4:40, 5:50 p.m. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 3, 10, 17, 24, Friday G/904-SS, G/85 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. 1 gameper week. Prize Fund: $275 b/12 entries. Prizes: $90-75, U1800 $60,U1400 $50. EF: $40, $30 members. Reg.: 6:45-7:20 p.m. Rds.: 7:30 p.m.on the dates listed. 2 byes allowed. Must commit prior to round 3. Late-joins accepted until the start of round 3. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

OCT. 4, 1st Saturday Swiss4-SS. G/55 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. EF:$40, members $30. GMs free. IMs half-price. EF deducted from GM/IMprize. Prize Fund: $363 b/16 entries. Prizes: $100-80, U2200 $62, U1900$61, U1600 $60. Reg.: 10:00-10:25 a.m. Rds.: 10:30 a.m., 1:00, 3:15,5:30 p.m. Byes: 2 byes allowed, must commit prior to round 3. Info:[email protected], 732-499-0118.

OCT. 4, Princeton Day School650 The Great Road. Plaques to top 3 school teams and top 8 in eachsection. Medals to all players. Sections for OVER 1000 rated playersbegin at 10:15 and must preregister: 3 rds.G/55 d5: UNDER 2000,NEAR MASTERS (players K-12 1400-1600), FUTURE MASTERS (playersK-12 1200-1400), CLOSED (K-12 1000-1200). ALL AFTERNOON SECTIONS.G/25 d5 4 rds. Beginning at 12:00 noon. (round times will be acceleratedif possible): OPEN (Players K-12 U-1000), RESERVE (K-12 U-800), NOVICEII (K-8 U-600), NOVICE I (unrated K-8),K-1 (unrated) NO SCORE K-1(novice). PARENTS OF PLAYERS rated G/25 d5 3rds. Parents play free.Pre-registration online, $35 pay at the door. Info and register online:www.pds.org/chess. On-site 11-12 noon $45. Inquiries to Bonnie [email protected].

OCT. 5, Sunday Quads3-RR. G/25 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. Prizes:$50 to first in each section. EF: $20, $15 members. Reg.: 3:00-3:25 p.m.Rds.: 3:30, 4:40, 5:50 p.m. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

OCT. 5, Westfield Quads3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. Prizes:$60 to first in each section. EF: $25, $20 Members. Reg.: 1:15-1:45 p.m.Rds.: 2:15-4:00-5:45 p.m. Info: www.westfieldchessclub.com, JohnMoldovan: [email protected], Bill Cohen: 732-548-8432or 848-219-1358.

OCT. 11, 2nd Annual Renaissance Chess Club National Chess DayBlitz (BLZ)18 games, format(s) TBA per entries, G/3inc2 or G/5d0 (no delay).Renaissance Copy, 57 Main St., Hackensack, NJ 07601. EF: $5. Numerousnice noncash prizes. Blitz rated, but highest of regular/quick/blitzratingsused forpairings/prizes.Reg. 5:30-6:10PM, mandatory playermeeting 6:20, 1st rd. 6:30. Please bring equipment. Free warmup blitztmt. (unr.) 10/5. Info: [email protected]. (201) 342-2442.

OCT. 11, Fair Lawn Saturday QuadsICA, 9-10 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn, NJ 07410. 3 RR, G/60 d5. EF:$25. Prize: $50 to first in each quad. Reg.: 12:45 - 1:15 PM. Rds.: 1:30PM, 3: 45, 6:00. ENT: Info Diana 201 797 0330, [email protected]; www.icanj.net. ICA provides lunch.


OCT. 11, National Chess Day Open4-SS, G/40 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. EF:$40, members $30. GMs free. IMs half-price. EF deducted from GM/IMprize. Prize Fund: $363 b/16 entries. Prizes: $100-80-62, U2200 $61,U1800 $60. Reg.: 12:15-12:50 p.m. Rds.: 1:00, 2:45, 4:30, 6:15 p.m. 2byes allowed, Must commit prior to round 3. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.

OCT. 12, FCA Sunday Quads3RR, G/40 d5. 271 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia, NJ 07605. Prizes: $50 per Quad.EF: $20. Reg.: 12:00-12:45pm. Rds.: 1:00,2:30,4:00. Info: [email protected], 201-961-4029. Clear winner of 3 quads in 2014 gainsfree entry in next quad!

OCT. 12, Sunday Quads3-RR. G/25 d5. 75 East Cherry St., Suite 10A, Rahway, NJ 07065. Prizes:$50 to first in each section. EF: $20, $15 members. Reg.: 3:00-3:25 p.m.Rds.: 3:30, 4:40, 5:50 p.m. Info: [email protected], 732-499-0118.


OCT. 12, Westfield Fall ScholasticWestfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. K-12. 3 Sections: Open,U1250, U750. Open: 3-SS. G/40 d5. Rds.: 2:15, 4:00, 5:45 p.m. U1250:4-SS. G/25 d5. Rds.: 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:00 p.m. U750: 4-SS. G/25 d5.Rds.: 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:00 p.m. Prizes: Trophies to Top 5 in eachsection. Tiebreaks used. EF: $25, $20 members. No mail entries. No

discount for advance entry. Reg.: 1:15-2:00 p.m. Info: www.westfield-chessclub.com, John Moldovan: [email protected], BillCohen: 732-548-8432 or 848-219-1358.

OCT. 19, Westfield Octos3-SS. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. Prizesper 8-player section: 1st $60, 2nd $35, Under prize $25. Under numberdetermined by rating of 4th seed. EF: $25, $20 Members. Reg.: 1:15-1:45 p.m. Rds.: 2:15-4:00-5:45 p.m. Info:www.westfieldchessclub.com,John Moldovan: [email protected], Bill Cohen: 732-548-8432 or 848-219-1358.

OCT. 24-26 OR 25-26, 5th annual Boardwalk OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 25, Boardwalk Open Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Stockton Seaview Hotel & GolfClub (see Boardwalk Open). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else inproportion: $100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20,at site only, no checks. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11. Bye:1. Blitz rated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

OCT. 25, No Jersey Indian Summer Amateur (2 sections)Holiday Inn, 195 Davidson Ave., Somerset. (I-287, exit #10). U2400section, G$$: 250-150-100-50. Minimum $50 to Expert, EF: $45 onlineor $50 or cash at hotel. Early and late entries paired separately andmerged in round two. U1400 Section: $$150-100-50. Minimum $50 toClass E & F. U1000. EF: $35 online, or $40 cash at site. Round #1 starts10 am. Trophies to first and top 5 K-8 players. All sections: 4-SS, G/60d5, Top 4 Open prizes Guaranteed All others b/16 in section. Only top ina class may win Minimum prize. Reg. 9-9:45. First R. 10 am. Info: Ken908-887-3126 or [email protected]. W. Web.

OCT. 26, Westfield Quads3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. Prizes:$60 to first in each section. EF: $25, $20 Members. Reg.: 1:15-1:45 p.m.Rds.: 2:15-4:00-5:45 p.m. Info: www.westfieldchessclub.com, JohnMoldovan: [email protected], Bill Cohen: 732-548-8432or 848-219-1358.

NOV. 2, Westfield OpenSee Grand Prix.


NOV. 9, Westfield Quads3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. Prizes:$60 to first in each section. EF: $25, $20 Members. Reg.: 1:15-1:45 p.m.Rds.: 2:15-4:00-5:45 p.m. Info: www.westfieldchessclub.com, JohnMoldovan: [email protected], Bill Cohen: 732-548-8432or 848-219-1358.

A State Championship Event!NOV. 23, New Jersey K-12 Grade Championship5SS, G/30 d5. Brookdale College, 765 Newman Springs Rd., Lincroft, NJ07738. Student Life Center, use Parking Lot #7 or #6; 4 miles fromGarden State Parkway exit 109. 13 Sections: Play only in your grade!Grades K-12: Trophies to top 10 individuals, top 3 teams - top 3 fromeach school/grade; 50% of players receive trophy or medal!; Rds.: 10amand ASAP. EF: $35 by 11/15, $55 at site. USCF mem req’d. Reg.: 8-9:00am After 9:00am 1/2 pt bye rd 1. Info: 732 259-3881, [email protected]. Ent: Please make checks payable to NJSCF and sendto NJSCF, PO Box 1511, Jackson, NJ 08527. Entries must include name,grade school, date of birth, USCF ID # & expiration, mailing address,phone number & entry fee, please include email address. Register onlineat: www.njscf.org until 11/22.

NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 45th annual National Chess Congress(PA)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 29, National Congress Blitz (BLZ) (PA)See Pennsylvania.

JAN.16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, 47th annual Liberty Bell Open (PA)See Grand Prix.

New MexicoSEPT. 26-28, New Mexico Open & 2014 NM State ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.




New YorkChess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 4, 11, 18, 25, OCT. 2, 9, 5th Long Island CC Sept. Open &Side Events5SS, G/90 d5. United Methodist Church, 470 East Meadow Ave., EastMeadow, NY 11554. Open to all. $(b/20 pd. ent.): $100-80. Top U-2000, U-1500/unr. $50 ea. EF(cash only): $35. Non-LICC members+$10. Reg.: 7:15 – 7:30 PM, no adv. ent., Rds.: 7:30 PM ea. Thursday.2 byes 1-5. Info:www.lichessclub.com. Quick-Rated Side Events eachweek! G/15 d5 thru G/24 d5 (see website).

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 11, 18, 25, OCT. 2, 9, Marshall FIDE Thursdays!5-SS, G/120 d5. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. EF:$50, Members $30. ($500 b/28): $175-125-100, U2000 $100. 2 byes OK,commit before round 4. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.: 7PM.

SEPT. 16, Marshall Masters FIDE Rapid RatedSee Grand Prix.

SEPT. 18, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT. 19, Marshall U2000 Friday Night Rapid!4-SS, G/25 d5. ($360 b/24): $160-80, U1800 $65 U1600 $55. EF: $40,Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req.at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.mar-shallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT. 20, Marshall Saturday G/60! (Open and U1500)4-SS, G/55 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1700 $55. 2-U1500 ($300/25): $160-80, U1200 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entry MarshallCC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT. 21, Marshall Sunday G/45! (Open and U1800)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2200 $65,

www.uschess.org 65

CENTRAL NEW YORK OPEN

October 18-19 at Syracuse University

$5000 GUARANTEED PRIZES

First 2-day weekend Swiss in Syracuse since 1995!

5 rounds, G/90, d10 at historic Hall of Languages. Special chess

rate $115 single/twin at Crowne Plaza Hotel, ½ mile from site.

Open Section: $700-400-200, top U2100/Unr $300-150.

Under 1900 Section: $500-250-150, top U1700/Unr $300-150.

Under 1500 Section: $400-200-100, top U1300 (no unr) $240-

120, top U1100 (no Unr) $160-80. Unrated limit $200.

Mixed Doubles: best male/female 2-player team (may be in

different sections) averaging under 2200: $400-200.

College Teams: Plaques to first 3 teams based on top 4 scorers

from school among all sections.

FULL DETAILS: see “Grand Prix” in this issue.



U1900 $55. 2-U1800 ($300/25): $160-80, U1500 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 22, 29, OCT. 6, 13, 20, 27, Marshall FIDE Mondays!6-SS, G/120 d5. Open to USCF 1600+. FIDE rating used pairings &prizes. ($500 b/28): $175-125-100, U2000 $100. EF: $50, Mbr $30 Rds.:7pm each Mon. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 4. MarshallCC, 23 W 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT. 25, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT.26, Marshall $500 Friday Night Blitz! - FIDE Blitz Rated (BLZ)See Grand Prix.

SEPT. 26-28 OR 27-28, 5th Annual Hartford Open (CT)See Grand Prix.

SEPT. 27, Marshall Saturday G/45! (Open and U1500)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1800 $55. 2-U1500 ($300/25): $160-80, U1200 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

SEPT. 27, Middlebury Game-in-Thirty (VT)See Vermont.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 28, 57th Binghamton Open4SS, G/65 d5. Prizes: $300 b/24. Open-$100-$60-$30; Reserve-$50-$40-$20 (U1700). EF: Open $25, Reserve $20 (U1700). Cash only onsite. Schedule: Registration 8:45-9:15 AM. Rounds: 9:30-12Noon-2:30-4:45. Entry: payable to: “Cordisco’s Corner Store”, 308 Chenango St.,Binghamton, NY 13901, (607) 772-8782, [email protected].

SEPT. 28, Marshall Sunday G/60! (Open and U1700)4-SS, G/55. d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1800 $55. 2-U1700 ($300/25): $160-80, U1400 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!SEPT. 29, OCT. 6, 13, 20, 27, Marshall Monday U1600!5-SS, G/90 d5. ($450/25): $240-120 U1300 $90. EF: $50, Members $30.Rds.: 7pm each Mon. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 3.Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Community Chess Club of Rochester WedNight Chess!Note: 1 game rated per night, G/80 d5. Rochester Chess Center, 221Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610. 585-442-2430. EF: $5, CCCR members$3. Reg.: 7-7:25 pm. Rd.: 7:30pm. www.rochesterchessclub.org.

OCT. 2, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 3-5, 4-5 OR 5, Marshall October Grand Prix! - FIDE RatedSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, NOV. 7, 21, 2014 Queens Chess ClubChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 4, 19th Annual Arkport OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 4, Marshall Saturday G/40 U1800!4-SS, G/40 d5. ($300/25): $160-80, U1500 $60 EF: $40, Mbr $20. Rds.:Noon-1:45-4:00-5:45pm. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 4, TRM86at Albany Academy, 135 Academy Rd., Albany 12208. EF: Free. Pre-registerrequired by 8:00 PM Thurs., 10/4. Details www.maketherightmove.org.

OCT. 4, 11, 18, 25, Rochester Chess Center Saturday Tourna-ments!3-SS, G/60 d5. Rochester CC, 221 Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610. 585-442-2430. Prizes based on entries. EF: $15, RCC members $13. $2 lessfor HS and Pre-HS. Reg.: 1-1:45 pm. Rds.: 2-4-6. One bye available,request at entry. www.nychess.org. Also, Youth tournament, G/30 d5,every Saturday morning 10am-1pm, trophies and prizes. EF: $5.

OCT. 7, Marshall First Tuesday Rapid! FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($360 b/24): $160-80, U2100 $65 U1800 $55. EF: $40,Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req.at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10thSt., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 9, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 9, 16, 23, 30, NOV. 6, 4th Long Island CC Fall Open & SideEvents5SS, G/90 d5. United Methodist Church, 470 East Meadow Ave., EastMeadow, NY 11554. Open to all. $(b/20 pd. ent.): $100-80. Top U-2000, U-1500/unr. $50 ea. EF(cash only): $35. Non-LICC members+$10. Reg.: 7:15 – 7:30 PM, no adv. ent., Rds.: 7:30 PM ea. Thursday.2 byes 1-5. Info:www.lichessclub.com. Quick-Rated Side Events eachweek! G/10 d5 thru G/24 d5 (see website).

OCT. 10, Marshall U2200 Friday Night Rapid!4-SS, G/25 d5. ($360 b/24): $160-80, U2000 $65 U1600 $55. EF: $40,Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req.at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Blitz In Albany (BLZ)See Grand Prix.


OCT. 11, Marshall Saturday G/60! (Open and U1600)4-SS, G/55 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1700 $55. 2-U1600 ($300/25): $160-80, U1300 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 11-12, National Chess Day In AlbanySee Grand Prix.

OCT. 12, Marshall Sunday G/45! (Open and U1700)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2200 $65,U1900 $55. 2-U1700 ($300/25): $160-80, U1400 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 12, TRM199at Riverbank State Park, 145 St. & Riverside Dr., NYC, 12203. EF: FREEScholastic, free parking. Pre-Register required by 8:00 PM Fri., 10/10.Check-in at site by 9:15 required. Details www.therightmove.org.


Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 15, 22, 29, NOV. 5, 12, Marshall Wednesday U1400!5-SS, G/90 d5. ($450/25): $240-120 U1100 $90. EF: $50, Members $30Rds.: 7pm each Wed. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 3.Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 15, 22, 29, NOV. 5, 12, Marshall Wednesday U2000! NOWFIDE rated!5-SS, G/120 d5. ($450/25): $240-120 U1700 $90. EF: $50, Mbr $30.Rds.: 7pm each Wed. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 3.USCF & FIDE rated! Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchess-club.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 16, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W10th St, NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 16, 23, 30, NOV. 6, 13, Marshall FIDE Thursdays!5-SS, G/120 d5. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. EF:$50, Members $30. ($500 b/28): $175-125-100, U2000 $100. 2 byes OK,commit before round 4. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.: 7PM.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 17-19, 18-19 OR 19, Marshall October U2300! FIDE rated5-SS, 40/120 SD/30 d5. Open to players rated below 2300 USCF. $820GTD: $300-150-100 U2100 $145 U1800 $125. EF: $60, Mbr $40. Reg.:Ends 15 min before round start. Max two byes, req. at entry. Schedules:3 day Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Sun. 12:30-5:30. 2 day Sat. 11am (G/25 d5) thenmerge with 3 day in round 2. 1 day Sun. 9-10:10-11:20 (G/25 d5) thenmerge in round 4. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchess-club.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 17, 24, 31, NOV. 7, 14, Marshall Friday 1pm G/120! - FIDERated5-SS, G/120 d5. ($300 b/24): $150-75, U2000 $75. EF: $30, Mbr $20.Rds.: 1pm each Fri. Reg.: 12:15-12:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 3.Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 18, Marshall Saturday U1800!4-SS, G/40 d5. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. ($300/24):$160-80, U1500 $60. EF: $40, members $20. Reg.: 12:15-12:45. Rds.:1-2:45-4:30-6:15. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org.

OCT. 18-19, Central New York OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 20-DEC. 22 (CHAMPIONSHIP) & OCT. 20-NOV. 17 (OTHERSECTIONS), New York Nassau ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 21, Marshall Masters FIDE Rapid RatedSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 23, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 24, Marshall U1900 Friday Night Rapid!4-SS, G/25 d5. ($360 b/24): $160-80, U1700 $65 U1500 $55. EF: $40,Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req.at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.mar-shallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.


OCT. 25, Marshall Saturday G/60! (Open and U1500)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1700 $55. 2-U1500 ($300/25): $160-80, U1200 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entry MarshallCC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 26, Marshall Sunday G/45! (Open and U1800)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2200 $65,U1900 $55. 2-U1800 ($300/25): $160-80, U1500 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 30, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,


18th EASTERN CHESS CONGRESS

November 7-9 or 8-9, Stamford, CT

$8000 GUARANTEED PRIZE FUND

5 rounds, $95 room rates, free parking, downtown location,

trains from NYC run frequently. In 4 sections:

Premier (1900/up): Prizes $1000-500-300, top U2300 $400-200.

Under 2100 Section: $800-400-200, top U1900/Unr $400-200.

Under 1700 Section: $700-400-200, top U1500 (no unr) $300-150.

Under 1300 Section: $500-300-200, top U1100 $170-80.

Mixed Doubles: male/female teams averaging U2200: $400-200.

May play in different sections; enter by 2 pm 11/8 (no extra fee).Unrated prize limit: $200 in U1300, $400 in U1700.

FULL DETAILS: see “Grand Prix” in this issue or chesstour.com.



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req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

OCT. 31, Marshall $500 Friday Night Blitz! - FIDE Blitz Rated (BLZ)See Grand Prix.

NOV. 1, Marshall Saturday G/45! (Open and U1500)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1800 $55. 2-U1500 ($300/25): $160-80, U1200 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

NOV. 2, Marshall Sunday G/60! (Open and U1700)4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: 1-Open ($360/30): $160-80, U2100 $65,U1800 $55. 2-U1700 ($300/25): $160-80, U1400 $60. EF: $40, Mbr $20.Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45-7. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entry MarshallCC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 3, 10, 17, 24, DEC. 1, Marshall Monday U1600!5-SS, G/90 d5. ($450/25): $240-120 U1300 $90. EF: $50, Members $30.Rds.: 7pm each Mon. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 3. MarshallCC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 3, 10, 17, 24, DEC. 1, 8, Marshall FIDE Mondays!6-SS, G/120 d5. Open to USCF 1600+. FIDE rating used pairings &prizes. ($500 b/28): $175-125-100, U2000 $100. EF: $50, Mbr $30 Rds.:7pm each Mon. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max two byes, req. by Rd. 4. MarshallCC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

NOV. 4, Marshall First Tuesday Rapid! RIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($360 b/24): $160-80, U2100 $65 U1800 $55. EF: $40,Mbr $20. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye, req.at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W. 10thSt., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

NOV. 6, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.


NOV. 7-9, 8-9 OR 9, Marshall November Grand Prix! - FIDE RatedSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 8, Eastern Congress Blitz (BLZ) (CT)See Connecticut.

NOV. 8, Marshall Saturday G/40 U1800!4-SS, G/40 d5. ($300/25): $160-80, U1500 $60 EF: $40, Mbr $20. Rds.:

Noon-1:45-4:00-5:45pm. Reg.: 11:15-11:45. Max one bye, req. at entryMarshall CC, 23 W. 10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

NOV. 13, Marshall 4 Rated Games Tonight! - FIDE Rapid Rated4-SS, G/25 d5. ($530 b/35): $200-100-50, U2200 $95 U2000 $85. EF:$40, Mbr $25. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Max one bye,req. at entry for round 1 or 4 only. Free entry: GMs. Marshall CC, 23 W.10th St., NYC. www.marshallchessclub.org, 212-477-3716.

NOV.28-30OR29-30, 45th annual National Chess Congress (PA)See Grand Prix.

DEC. 26-28 OR 27-28, 33rd annual Empire City OpenSee Grand Prix.

JAN. 9-11 OR 10-11, 3rd annual Boston Chess Congress (MA)See Grand Prix.

JAN.16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, 47th annual Liberty Bell Open (PA)See Grand Prix.

North CarolinaOCT. 11, National Chess Day in Hendersonville3SS, G/60 d5. Henderson County Athletics and Activity Center, 708 S.Grove St., Hendersonville, NC 28792. EF: $5, 80% returned. Rds.: 9:30-11:45-2:00. Info: Ryland Brown, [email protected].

A State Championship Event!OCT. 17-19, North Carolina Senior Open5-SS, G/120 d5. Hampton Inn & Suites Shelton Vineyards, 150Charlestowne Dr., Dobson, NC 27017, 336-353-9400. HR: $99+13%tax/night chess rate if booked by Oct. 10, breakfast and voucher fortwo for vineyard tour and wine tasting included. Two sections: Openand U1600. Prizes: Prize fund doubled over last year due to generosityof the host hotel. $$Gtd: Open Section: 400-200-100 + trophy; U1600Section, 200-100 + trophy. Trophies will be awarded by tie break ifnecessary. Top NC resident in Open section will be recognized asthe 2014 NC Senior Champion. EF: $55 if received by 10/16, $65 onsite. USCF membership required. Mail checks to Bob Mahan, 610 N.Main St., Suite 215, Blacksburg, VA 24060. SCHEDULE: On-site registration6:00-7:00 PM Friday, first round 7:30 PM Friday, subsequent rounds10:00 AM & 4:00 PM Sat, 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM Sun. Byes: Up to twoirrevocable 1/2-pt byes may be requested at registration. Playersrequesting a 1/2-point bye for the Friday evening round must pre-register; players who register Saturday morning cannot request a Friday1/2-point bye. All participants must be 50 years old by December31, 2014. For more info, please visit www.ChessForSeniors.org or [email protected].

OCT. 31-NOV. 2, Southeastern FIDE ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

OhioSEPT. 12, DCC Friday Nite Quick 2014 (QC)4SS, G/24 d5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.:7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes based on entries. EF: $10 ($8DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283.

SEPT. 19, DCC Friday Nite Quick 2014 (QC)4SS, G/24 d5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.:7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes based on entries. EF: $10 ($8DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283.

SEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cup (MI)See Grand Prix.

SEPT. 20, Cincy Tornado: The After Party: Swiss Double4-SS, G/60 d5. NEW 9:00am 1st RD START TIME. First Baptist Church,11195 Winton Rd., Cinti, OH 45218. Corner of Sharon Rd. & Winton Rd.EF: $30 if paid online or $35 at site. Credit Cards accepted at site. B/35Open: $200-$100; 1st A,B,C,D/under...each $100. Biggest Rating UpsetPrize $30. Floating 2nd Prize: Class Section with most players gets $502nd-Place Prize. Master Bounty Prize; any player/first player to winagainst one seeded master wins $50 and $25 for a draw. If one seedmaster has perfect 4.0 score, he has earned the $50 bounty. MastersPlay Free and we feed you lunch. Master EF deducted from prize. Reg.:8-8:45. NEW ROUND TIMES: 9:00AM-12:00-2:30-5:00; Register &Pay online www.chessearth.com. NON-USCF RATED SIDE EVENT:Swiss Double Speed Chess Tournament: Double; G/5 d0. Reg. 6-7:15.Starts at 7:30pm following the Cincy Tornado. You play each opponenttwice, paired as a Swiss. 5 minute Blitz. Touch Move. $20 Entry Fee.Credit Cards accepted at site. b/20 Open: $120 - $80; Under 1900 $60 -$20; Under 1400 $60 - $20; Bring Clocks. www.chessearth.com. [email protected].

SEPT. 20, PWC Monthly at Mustard Seed4SS, G/30 d5. Mustard Seed Market, 2nd Floor 6025 Kruse Dr., Solon,OH 44139. EF: $25. USCF rated. Sections: Open, U-1500, K-12 U-1000,K-3 U-500. Pairings in Open may be accelerated at TD’s discretion.Registration: 9-9:45 at site. Rds.: Open, U-1500 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30,Scholastic ASAP. Prizes: $400 Guaranteed. Open: 1st $100, 2nd $50,U-1900 $50, 1st U-1500 $50, 2nd $25, 1st U-1200 $25. K-12 U-1000 1st $50 2nd $25 U750 $25. K-3 Section: Trophies to top 3.Special Offer: Free healthy box lunch ($10 value) to ALL players! Info:www.progresswithchess.org. Contact: Mike Joelson 216-321-7000.

SEPT. 26, DCC Friday Nite Quick 2014 (QC)4SS, G/24 d5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.:7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes based on entries. EF: $10 ($8DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283.

OCT. 3-5 OR 4-5, 2nd Annual Wright Brothers OpenSee Grand Prix.

23rd annual KINGS ISLAND OPEN

Mason, Ohio (near Cincinnati) - Ohio’s largest open tournament!

5-round Swiss, November 14-16 or 15-16, 2014

PRIZES $30,000 PROJECTED, $24,000 MINIMUM GUARANTEED

At KINGS ISLAND RESORT, on a 1600-acre wooded setting- VERY LOW ROOM RATES, ONLY $65!

5 rounds, 40/110, SD/30, d10 (2-dayoption, rds 1-2 G/60, d10), Kings IslandResort, 5691 Kings Island Dr (I-71, 6 mi Nof I-275), Mason OH 45040. Free parking.

Prizes $30,000 based on 350 paidentries (re-entries & U1000 count 50%),else proportional; minimum 80% eachprize guaranteed.

In 7 sections- you face only those inyour section. Unr will obtain ratings.

Open: $3000-1500-700-500-300, 1ston tiebreak bonus $100, Under 2300/Unr$1600-800. FIDE, 150 GPP (enhanced).

U2100: $2000-1000-500-400-300.U1900: $2000-1000-500-400-300. U1700: $1800-900-500-400-300.U1500: $1500-750-400-300-200.U1250: $1200-600-400-300-200.U1000: $700-400-200-150-100.Unrated prize limits: U1000 $200,

U1250 $400, U1500 $600, U1700 $800,U1900 $1000.

Mixed Doubles bonus prizes: bestmale/female 2-player combined scoreamong all sections: $1000-500-300. Teammust average under 2200; must register(no extra fee) by 2 pm 11/15.

Top 6 sections entry fee: $115online at chessaction.com by 11/12, $120phoned by 11/11 (406-896-2038, noquestions), 3-day $118, 2-day $117 mailedby 11/6. $130 at site, or online until 2hours before first game. Re-entry $60, notavailable in Open Section.

Under 1000 Section entry fee: all$60 less than top 6 sections entry fee.

No checks at site, credit cards OK.OCA members: Advance EF $5 less.Special 1 year USCF dues with

magazine if paid with entry: atchessaction.com, Adult $30, Young Adult$20, Scholastic $15. By mail, phone or atsite, Adult $40, Young Adult $30,Scholastic $20.

3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 6 pm,rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 am & 5 pm, Sun 10am & 3:30 pm.

2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat. 10am, rds. Sat 11 am, 2 pm & 5 pm, Sun 10am & 3:30 pm.

All: Half point byes OK all, limit 2;Open must commit before rd 2, othersbefore rd 3. Bring sets, boards, clocks ifpossible- none supplied. Chess MagnetSchool Junior Grand Prix points available.

Hotel rates: $65 single or twin, 800-727-3050, 513-398-0115. Reserve by10/23 or rate may increase.

Car rental (recommended for airporttransportation): Avis, 800-331-1600,#D657633, or reserve at chesstour.com.

Entry: chessaction.com or ContinentalChess, PO Box 8482, Pelham NY 10803.$15 service charge for refunds. Advanceentries posted at chessaction.com (onlineentries posted instantly).



OCT. 10, DCC Friday Nite Quick 2014 (QC)4SS, G/24 d5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.:7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes based on entries. EF: $10 ($8DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Scholastic SwissCincinnati Scholastic Chess Series season 8 begins on National ChessDay at Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Rd., Montgomery, OH 45242.4SS, 4 sections: K-6 U700, K-12 U1000, K-12 Open, Non-Rated. Timecontrol: G/30 d5. Prizes: Medals to top five in each section at eachtournament. Series trophies awarded in rated sections based on pointsscored; best five scores from six tournaments count toward trophies.For other tournaments in series and additional information: visitwww.chesscincinnati.com or contact Alan Hodge at 513-600-9915,[email protected].

OCT. 11, National Chess Day at PWC Monthly4SS, G/30 d5. Mustard Seed Market, 2nd Floor 6025 Kruse Dr., Solon,OH 44139. EF: $25. USCF rated. Sections: Open, U-1500, K-12 U-1000, K-3 U-500. Pairings in Open may be accelerated at TD’s discretion.Registration: 9-9:45 at site. Rds.: Open, U-1500 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30,Scholastic ASAP. Prizes: $400 Guaranteed. Open: 1st $100, 2nd $50,U-1900 $50, 1st U-1500 $50, 2nd $25, 1st U-1200 $25. K-12 U-1000 1st $50 2nd $25 U750 $25. K-3 Section: Trophies to top 3.Special Offer: Free healthy box lunch ($10 value) to ALL players! Info:www.progresswithchess.org. Contact: Mike Joelson 216-321-7000.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11, Toledo October Swiss - National Chess Day Event!Open, 4SS, Rnd. 1 G/75 d5, Rnds. 2-4 G/85 d5. The University of ToledoHealth Science Campus, Mulford Library Basement Cafe, 3000 ArlingtonAve., Toledo, OH 43614. Can split into 2 sections if enough players. EF:$20 by 10/9, $25 at site. Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes:$360 b/20, $100-50, 1st A,B,C,D/Under $40, 1st U1600 $50. Ent: JamesJagodzinski, 7031 Willowyck Rd., Maumee, OH 43537. 419-367-9450.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 12, NOV. 9, DEC. 7, Columbus Chess LeagueAn OCA Grand Prix Event! 4-board teams (1 alternate), 1 Open Section.6SS, G/75 d5. 2 rounds each 10/12, 11/9 & 12/7 at Donatos OSUCampus. EF: $70/team, discount for OCA members. Trophies to top 2teams, 1st U1600 team & indl boards. Advance entries only, due 9/28.

Full details: neilley.com/chess or [email protected]. No handicapaccess.

OCT. 17, DCC Friday Nite Quick 2014 (QC)4SS, G/24 d5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.:7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes based on entries. EF: $10 ($8DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283.

OCT. 18, Fall Daze PAWN STORM XXVISee Grand Prix.

OCT. 24-26 OR 25-26, Cleveland ClassicSee Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8, Toledo November SwissOpen, 4SS, Rnd. 1 G/75 d5, Rnds. 2-4 G/85 d5. The University of ToledoHealth Science Campus, Mulford Library Basement Cafe, 3000 ArlingtonAve., Toledo, OH 43614. Can split into 2 sections if enough players. EF:$20 by 11/7, $25 at site. Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes:$360 b/20, $100-50, 1st A,B,C,D/Under $40, 1st U1600 $50. Ent: JamesJagodzinski, 7031 Willowyck Rd., Maumee, OH 43537. 419-367-9450.

NOV. 14-16 OR 15-16, 23rd annual Kings Island OpenSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 15, Kings Island Open Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Kings Island Resort, Mason (seeKings Island Open). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in proportion:$100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, at site only,no checks. Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11. Bye: 1. Blitzrated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.


OklahomaOCT. 4-5, 2014 Missouri Open (MO)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 11-12, 3rd OCF Fall FIDE OpenSee Grand Prix.


OregonChess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!OCT. 11-12, National Chess Day Portland Chess Club Fall Open -$1300 Guaranteed5SS, 2 Sections: Open and Reserve ( limited to U1800.) TC for bothsections: 40/90, SD 30 d5. SITE: Portland Chess Club, 8205 SW 24th,Portland, OR 97219. PRIZES: $1300 Gtd. OPEN $300-200; U2000 $150;RESERVE: $200-150; U1600, U1400, U1200/unr each $100. EF: $40;$10 discount to PCC members. REG.: Sat. 9-9:45am; ROUNDS: Sat 10-2-ASAP; Sun. 10-ASAP. OTHER: Limited to first 50 entrants. OCF/WCF/ICArequired (OSA); 2 half-point byes available for rounds 1-4, request beforeRd. 1 ENTRIES: Online reservations at www.pdxchess.org. Mail regis-trations to Mike Morris, 2344 NE 27th, Portland, OR 97212 INFO:www.pdxchess.org.





PennsylvaniaEvery Friday - LVCA 7 & 9 pm Blitz Events Open/U1200 (BLZ)8SS, G/5 d2. St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 140 So. Ott St., Allentown,PA 18104. EF: $5, Prizes: Open and U1200, Minimum 50% Returned.1st-70%, 2nd-30% AND will ADD PRIZES if 12 or more players per


Overall Affiliate StandingsName State CountCONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 772BAY AREA CHESS CA 346SILVER KNIGHTS CHESS VA 334PAPERCLIP PAIRINGS TX 305LONG ISLAND CHESS NUTS NY 207WESTERN PA YOUTH CHESS CLUB PA 135SUCCESS CHESS SCHOOL CA 134MARSHALL CHESS CLUB NY 127THE BERKELEY CHESS SCHOOL CA 124CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CTR MO 121Small State Affiliate StandingsName State CountMAINE ASSOC OF CHESS COACHES ME 104TOURNAMENT IN A BOX NH 59ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL CC ME 35NEW MEXICO SCHOL CHESS ORG NM 29METRO CHESS DC 25FOOTHILLS CHESS CLUB NM 23AIRLINE COMMUNITY SCHOOL ME 20RELYEA CHESS NH 19OMAHA CHESS COMMUNITY NE 15MESA CHESS CLUB NM 15State Chapter Affiliate StandingsName State CountMARYLAND CHESS ASSOCIATION MD 241MICHIGAN CHESS ASSOCIATION MI 204PENNSYLVANIA ST CHESS FED PA 118MINNESOTA ST CHESS ASSN MN 103TEXAS CHESS ASSOCIATION INC TX 61MASSACHUSETTS CHESS ASSOC MA 58NEW JERSEY ST CHESS FED NJ 57WASHINGTON CHESS FEDERATION WA 48NEVADA CHESS INC NV 40NEW HAMPSHIRE CHESS ASSN NH 29

Adult Membership StandingsName State CountCONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 572MARSHALL CHESS CLUB NY 111CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CTR MO 91SAN DIEGO CHESS CLUB CA 68ROCHESTER CHESS CENTER NY 53DALLAS CHESS CLUB TX 52BAY AREA CHESS CA 48AFTER SCH ACT PARTNERSHIPS PA 46LOS ANGELES CHESS CLUB CA 38MAINE ASSOC OF CHESS COACHES ME 38Scholastic and Youth Membership StandingsName State CountSILVER KNIGHTS CHESS VA 328BAY AREA CHESS CA 298PAPERCLIP PAIRINGS TX 279CONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 200LONG ISLAND CHESS NUTS NY 196SUCCESS CHESS SCHOOL CA 134WESTERN PA YOUTH CHESS CLUB PA 127THE BERKELEY CHESS SCHOOL CA 116CHESS WEEKEND IL 95BEYOND CHESS CA 94Member StandingsName State CountNAVARRO, DANIEL A TX 79STALLINGS, JAY S CA 53YEE, JERRY B CA 31WOLF, TODD W ND 21LUNA, GILBERTO, II FL 18THOMAS, KENNETH NJ 14BRACKENRIDGE, KEITH OH 13LARSON, GERALD A AL 13SYGIEL, CHET KY 13KRANICH RITTER, TANIA FL 13

PCT Gain Standings

State Dec13 Jun14 PCTKS 338 487 44.1ND 73 91 24.7VT 191 227 18.8

State Dec13 Jun14 PCTMS 240 283 17.9CO 1039 1188 14.3NC 2380 2619 10.0

State Dec13 Jun14 PCTDE 189 206 9.0RI 266 288 8.3TERR 51 55 7.8

State Dec13 Jun14 PCTNV 656 704 7.3

Membership Appreciation Program (MAP)The MAP program continues in 2014. See details at main.uschess.org/go/MAP. Top standings will appear every two months in Chess Life.



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section, FREE Coffee For All Entrants. REG.: Ends 6:55pm, Cash on siteonly. RDS.: 7 pm, then ASAP. On Site: 484-866-3045 or [email protected], www.lehighvalleychessclub.org/.

Every Saturday - LVCA QUADS/RBO U1200 Quads + G/7 d3G/40 d5 Quads, 3-RR. Reg.: 1-1:45, Rds.: 2 pm, then asap. Site: HolyTrinity Lutheran Church, 514 3rd Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018. 2 Sections:Open Section EF: $15. Prizes: $50 for 3-0 score, else $45 for 1st. RBOSection EF: $10. Prizes: $30 for 3-0 score, else $25 for 1st. G/7 d3 (BLZ)Event Rd. 1: 6:15 pm or asap. Prizes: 50% of entries, 1st-70%, 2nd-30%,more prizes if 12 or more. Ph: 484-866-3045, Bruce. Info: [email protected].

MasterMinds Scholastic Summer LeagueInfo at: www.mastermindschess.org.

North Penn Chess Club Main & Richardson, Lansdale, PA. www.northpennchessclub.org forschedule & info or 215-699-8418.

SEPT. 6, W.Chester 1st Sat. QuadsOur 25th year! 3RR, Game/80 d5. 2nd Presbyterian Church, 114 S.Walnut St., West Chester, PA. EF: $20; $40, $50 for 3-0. Reg.: 9am.Rds.: 9:30,12,2:30. Info: [email protected].

SEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cup (MI)See Grand Prix.

SEPT. 28, 2014 PA State Game/60 ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 4, 8th Annual Greater Pocono K-12 Chess Championship5-SS, G/30 d5. EF: $30, $35 after 10/1, 2 Sections, 15 Trophy’s, K-12 Open-1st (Blitzoff if tie 1st Open Sect), 2nd, 3rd,Top U1600,TopU1400, Top Unr, Biggest Upset,Top Open School (top 4 scores); K-12 U1000-1st, 2nd, 3rd,Top U800,Top U600, Biggest Upset,TopU1000 School (top 4 scores); Raffle Prizes (see website), Rds.: 9:45-11-12:45-2-3:15. Reg.: 8:30 am. Site: Pocono Mountain East HighSchool, 231 Pocono Mountain School Rd., Swiftwater, PA 18370. Ent.:Check payable to: “PMECPA”, c/o Dan Tartaglione, 1354 Madison Ave.,Pocono Summit, PA 18346, Info: www.pmechess.com/.

OCT. 4, LVCA OCT Matt O’Brien Open Swiss #3 $$200 Gtd.4-SS, G/40 d5. EF: $15,$10 College/U18 yrs old, $5 more each CASHONLY after 10/1, FREE ENTRY TO UNRATEDS, if paying 1 year USCFDues. Prizes: $70-1st, $35-2nd, $35-U2000/Unr, $30-U1200, $30-TopCollege. Rds.:12-1:30-3- 4:30pm. Onsite Reg.: Opens 11:30 am. Site:Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 514 3rd Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018. Ent:Check payable to: “Bruce Davis”, 1208 Linden St., Bethlehem, PA 18018.Info: www.lehighvalleychessclub.org.


OCT. 11, MasterMinds National Chess DayBlair Christian Academy, 220 W. Upsal St., Philadelphia, PA 19119.Quads: 3RR, 40/75 SD/30 d5. EF: $30 cash; winner $100. Reg. ends9AM. Rd. 1 9:30AM then asap. Scholastic: 4SS, K-12 Open, K-8 U1200,K-6 U800 G/40 d5, EF: $5 rec’d by Thurs. before, $15 on site. Reg. ends9:30am. Rd. 1 10AM then asap: Mail Ent: payable to MasterMinds CC,36 E. Hortter St., Philadelphia, PA 19119. Info: mastermindschess.orgor [email protected].

OCT. 11, National Chess Day Bob Johnson Memorial Team ChessTournamentLocation:Mercyhurst North East Campus, Tom Ridge Center ConferenceRoom, 16 West Division St., North East, PA. 16428. Rounds : 10 AM-1:30 PM-4:30 PM. FREE - No entry fee, but donations accepted. Threeround Swiss Style. There will be a maximum of 5 players per team, butmultiple teams are permitted. Under 1600 and Open categories. Playersmust be current USCF members or renew at the tournament. “TopTeam” will be determined by the top 4 scorers combined from the Open

and Under 1600 sections. Unrated players will NOT count towards topteam points. Time control: G/90 with a 5 second delay, if you are usinga digital clock. Important: Advanced Registration of your Team is stronglyencouraged. Please bring a chess board and chess set and a clock ifavailable if you intend to play in any section. There will be a limitednumber of sets/boards/clocks available onsite for “emergencies”. Reg-ister in advance with a reply to [email protected]. Please copy inour TD Rick Mitchell at [email protected] or call 814 899-8920. Pleaseinclude your full name, USCF number, rating (if you have one) section(Open or Under 1600, team you’ll be competing for and your emailaddress or phone number. If you register directly with me please copyin your team captain for your Club. Directions to the tournament: Exit I-90 at Exit 41 (North East). Take Rt. 89 North through town and past thesecond light (Division Street). Turn left to enter Mercyhurst North Eastcampus. The Tom Ridge Building is the first building on the Right. Parkin the first parking lot in front of the Tom Ridge Building.



OCT. 18-19, Central New York Open (NY)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 19, PCL October Quick Quads (QC)3RR, G/15 d3. Wm. Pitt Union, Univ. of Pittsburgh, 5th Ave. & BigelowBlvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. EF: $10, $7 Jrs. $20 to 1st/quad. Reg.: 11-11:15am. Info: [email protected], 412-908-0286. W.

OCT. 24-25, 2014 U.S. Blind Chess Championship - NOTE DATECHANGESee Nationals.


OCT. 25, Boardwalk Open Blitz (BLZ) (NJ)See New Jersey.

OCT. 26, 2014 PA State Game/45 ChampionshipSee Grand Prix.


NOV. 28-30 OR 29-30, 45th annual National Chess CongressSee Grand Prix.


NOV. 29, National Congress Blitz (BLZ)4SS, G/5 d0, double round, 8 games. Loews Philadelphia Hotel (seeNational Chess Congress). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in pro-portion: $100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, atsite only, no checks. Reg. ends 10:15 pm, rds. 10:30, 11, 11:30, 12. Bye:1. Blitz rated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes.

JAN. 16-19, 17-19 OR 18-19, 47th annual Liberty Bell OpenSee Grand Prix.

South CarolinaOCT. 3-5 OR 4-5, 75th S.C. ChampionshipsSee Grand Prix.

TennesseeOCT. 11, Cumberland County Fall Open National Chess Day Tour-namentCumberland Co. Community Complex, 1398 Livingston Rd., Crossville,TN 38555. $420 guaranteed prize fund. Registration: 7:30 - 8: 30am.

Rnds. 9, 11, 2 and 4:30. In 2 Sections, Open: 4SS, G/60 d5, $$: $75. 30-X,A,B,C,D/Below. Amateur: 4SS, G/60 d5, Open to U1200 & under. $$:$75. 30-F,G,H/Below,UNR UNR eligible for unrated prize only. ALL: EF:$15 if mailed by 10/6, $20 at site. Memb. Req’d: TCA $10 TN residentsonly. ENT: Harry D. Sabine, P. O. Box 381, Crossville, TN 38557. INFO:www.cumberlandcountychess.org or Susan at 931-287-3765. W.


TexasSEPT. 27, Many Springs 68North Richland Hills Public Library, 9015 Grand Ave., North RichlandHills, TX 76180. 3 Round Swiss, G/60 d5. EF: $20, 65% of EF returnedas prizes. Sections to be determined by participation. Registration on-site 8:45-9:05. First Round 9:15AM, Second Round 12:15PM, ThirdRound 2:30PM. Additional information: Tom Crane at either 817-296-4287, [email protected] or www.tarrantcountychessclub.org/.

OCT. 11, Celebrate National Chess Day in Historical DowntownMcKinney, TX9am – 2pm. The lovely, charming McKinney Performing Arts Center (OldCourthouse) in downtown McKinney, TX on 111 N. Tennessee St., McK-inney, TX 75069. Pre-register 24 hrs in advance for $20 EF, else late$25 Limited enrollment, please register early. Late registrations maynot be allowed. www.mckinneyperformingartscenter.org. Telephone:972-547-2650. K-12 Scholastic 4 Rds. G/30 d5. Novice & Championshipsections additional sections/rounds if needed. USCF (uschess.org) mem-bership required. All equipment provided. Trophies top 3, or medalsfor 2 or more wins Rounds: Doors open at 9am, Rd.1 9:30am, Rd.210:30am, Rd.3 11:30am, Rd.4 12:30pm. Awards: 1:30pm (EstimatedTimes). Free Wi-Fi & Parking, close to shopping and dinning. Additionalinformation: contact Susan Berger [email protected],214-207-5433.

OCT. 18-19, Amarillo October OpenSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 25-26, 2014 DCC Fide Open IXSee Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!A State Championship Event!OCT. 31-NOV 2, OCT. 31 OR NOV. 1-2, 18th Annual Texas Gradeand Collegiate ChampionshipsSheraton DFW Airport Hotel, 4440 W. John Carpenter Freeway, Irving,TX 75063. HR: $94/$94/$99/$104. 972.929.8400 Mention Texas Gradeor mention code TGJ30A to get rate. Reserve by Sept 29 or rate maynot be honored. Collegiate: Oct 31-Nov 2. 5SS, G/90, with 30 sec inc.Collegiate is open to any college player. Only Texas players/Collegescan be be Texas Collegiate Champs. $$ $400-$200-$100, 1st ‘1600-1800’ $200, 1st ‘1200-1599’ $200, 1st U1200 $200, Unrated eligible forU1200 prize or 1st -3rd overall only. Plaques to top 5 Individuals, Plaquesto top 5 Teams (top four players added for team scores, no more than 2teams per school.) EF: $49 by 10/17/14, $69 thereafter. Do not mailafter 10/25 as your entry may not be received in time. Reg.: Fri 10/31from 7:00 pm-7:30 pm. Rds.: Rd. 1 at 10/31 at 7:45pm. Sat 12:15pm-5:30pm. Sun. 9 am and 1:45 pm. One 1/2 pt bye available, any round, ifrequested before end of rd. 2 and if player has not received a full pointbye. Team pairings will be turn off for later rounds, probably for round3. Fide rated and USCF rated and uses Fide Rules. USCF ratings/ruleswill be used for pairings and prizes. Default late forfeiture time is onehour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion. Online registrationand team room information on website at www.dallaschess.com. Grades9-12: Oct 31 or Nov 1 – Nov 2. 5SS, G/90 with 30 sec inc. (Round 1 of 2day is G/60 d5). Each grade is Open to TX residents or playersattending Texas schools. Players must play in their own grade. Notethat small 9-12 sections may be merged with a bigger 9-12 section. Tro-phies to top 10 ind. & top 5 teams (top three players added for team

BLZ: Blitz rated . QC: Quick Chess events . $$Gtd: Guaranteed prizes.$$b/x: Based-on prizes, x = number

of entries needed to pay full prize fund. At least 50% of the advertised prize fund of $501 or more must be awarded.

Bye: Indicates which rounds playerswho find it inconvenient to playmay take 1⁄2-point byes instead. For example, Bye 1-3 means 1⁄2-point byes are available in Rounds 1 through 3.

CC: Chess club.

dx: Time delay, x = number of seconds.+XX: Time increment, xx = number of

seconds added after each move.

EF: Entry fee.Ent: Where to mail entries. FIDE: Results submitted to FIDE for pos-

sible rating.

G/: Game in. For instance, G/75means each side has 75 minutesfor the entire game.

GPP: Grand Prix Points available.HR: Hotel rates. For example, 60-65-70-

75 means $60 single, $65 twin,$70/3 in room, $75/4 in room.

JGP: Junior Grand Prix.

Memb. Membership required; cost follows.req’d: Usually refers to state affiliate.Open: A section open to all. Often has

very strong players, but some eligible for lower sections canplay for the learning experience.

Quad: 4-player round robin sections;similar strength players.

RBO: Rated Beginner’s Open.Rds: Rounds; scheduled game times

follow. For example, 11-5, 9-3means games begin 11 a.m. & 5p.m. on the first day, 9 a.m. & 3 p.m. on the second day.

Reg: Registration at site.

RR: Round robin (preceded by numberof rounds).

SD/: Sudden-death time control (timefor rest of game follows). Forexample, 30/90, SD/1 means each player must make 30 movesin 90 minutes, then complete therest of the game in an hour.

SS: Swiss-System pairings (preceded by number of rounds).

Unr: Unrated.W: Site is accessible to wheelchairs.WEB: Tournaments that will use a

player’s online rating.

All tournaments are non-smoking with no computers allowed unless otherwise advertised by S and/or C.TOURNAMENT LIFEABBREVIATIONS & TERMS



scores, no more than 2 teams per school in each grade.) EF: $35 if post-marked by 10/17/14, $59 thereafter or on site. Do not mail after 10/25as your entry may not be received in time. Schedule: 3 day or 2 day.Reg.: 3day: Fri 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm. 3day Rd.1 is on Fri at 7:45 pm.Reg.: 2day on Sat on 7:30 am – 8:30 am. 2 day Rd. 1 is at 9 am. Sectionsmerge then rds. Sat 12:15pm-5:30pm., Sun. 9 am and 1:45 pm. Sat. reg-istration may require a 1/2 pt. 1st rd. bye. One 1/2 pt bye available, anyround, if requested before end of rd. 2 and if player has not received afull point bye. Team pairings may be turn off for later rounds. GradesK-8: Nov 1 – Nov 2. 6SS, Rds. 1-3 G/45 d5; Rds. 4-6 G/60 d5. Eachgrade is Open to TX residents or players attending Texas schools.Players must play in their own grade. Trophies to top 10 ind. & top 5teams (top three players added for team scores, no more than 2 teamsper school in each grade.) RDS.: Sat. rds. 9:30-12:05-2:10-4:15. Sun.rds. 10-1:15. ALL: EF: $35 if postmarked by 10/17. $59 thereafter or atsite. Do not mail after 10/25 as your entry may not be received in time.All: Entries to: Dallas Chess Club, c/o Barbara Swafford, 2709 LonghornTrail, Crowley, TX 76036. Entry must include Name, USCF ID (or new/pend-ing), grade & school and school location. Incomplete entries will becharged at site entry fee. No refunds after 10/29. Email: [email protected], 214-632-9000. Do not call after 10/29 as we are traveling.Online registration and team room information on website at www.dal-laschess.com. Side events: Unrated Blitz open tournament on 10/31 at7:45 pm. EF: $15, Trophy prizes. Bughouse Open Tournament Sat. 8:35pm. EF: $20/team. Trophy prizes. Registration for side events online oronsite only. W.

NOV. 8-9, 2014 DCC Fide Open XSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 21-26, 2014 UTDallas Fall FIDE OpenSee Grand Prix.



DEC. 27-30, 2014 Pan American Intercollegiate Team ChessChampionshipSee Nationals.

FEB. 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, Southwest Class ChampionshipsSee Grand Prix.

UtahOCT. 24-25 OR 25, Utah OpenSee Grand Prix.


VermontSEPT. 27, Middlebury Game-in-ThirtyG/30 d10. Courtyard Marriott, 309 Court St. (Route 7), Middlebury, VT05753; 802-388-7600. 2 sections. Open, 5SS, EF: $43 if rec’d by 9/25.Novice, 5RR, for 6 players U1200 or unrated, EF: $33 if rec’d by 9/25.Both: EF $7 more if paid after 9/25. All EFs 50% less for unratedplayers and for players who reside more than 50 miles from Middlebury.$$G: Prize funds = 100% of paid EFs. Reg.: 9:05-9:50 a.m., Rds.: 10:30-12:30-2:40-4:40-6:50. Half-point bye okay for any one round. Ent: ParkerMontgomery, PO Box 831, Middlebury, VT 05753-0831; [email protected], cell phone 802-349-7739.

NOV. 1-2, 2014 Vermont OpenSee Grand Prix.

VirginiaArlington Chess ClubThe oldest chess club in the Washington, DC area, visit any Fridayevening to play “ladder” games (30/90, SD/60 d5). We also offer tour-naments, lessons, DC Chess League, GM lectures/simuls, & other events.Location: Arlington Forest United Methodist Church, 4701 Arlington Blvd.,Arlington, VA 22203. Directions, contact info: www.arlingtonchessclub.com.

Capital Area ChessOpen Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays for Small group lessons, Scholas-tic & Open Tournaments/Events, Lectures & Simuls or just Casual play.Visit our website at www.capitalareachess.com for event schedules orcontact by email at [email protected]. Location: Capital AreaChess, Inc., 4451 Brookfield Corporate Dr., Suite #201, Chantilly, VA20151.

OCT. 4, CAC Oct 2014 FIDE Round Robin Blitz (BLZ)9 rounds 10-player round robin sections, G/3 + 2sec inc. Only Topsection FIDE Rated. Capital Area Chess, 4451 Brookfield Corporate Dr.,Suite #201, Chantilly, VA 20151. Prizes: Each Section: $100-$50-$25.EF: by 10/3 online: $20, Onsite $25. CAC Members $5 less. Blitz rated,but the higher of regular, quick or blitz used for pairings and prizes.USCF & FIDE Blitz Rated. Reg. Ends 10:30am. Rounds: 11-11:30-11:50-12:10-12:40-1-1:20-1:50-2:10 and ASAP. No byes allowed MUST Playall rounds. Mail checks to: Capital Area Chess, Inc., PO Box 223582,Chantilly, VA 20153-3582. [email protected]. Boardsand sets provided; Limited number of clocks available.

OCT. 4-5, Kingstowne Chess FestivalSee Grand Prix.

OCT.8-13,10-13,11-13OR12-13, Washington Chess CongressSee Grand Prix.

OCT. 11, National Chess Day G/10 (QC)4SS, G/10 d2. Hyatt Regency Crystal City (see Washington Chess Con-gress). Prizes $300 based on 20 entries, else in proportion: $100-50,U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40.Â EF: $20, at site only, nochecks. Â Reg. ends 9:15 pm, rds. 9:30, 10, 10:30, 11.Â Bye: 1. Quickrated, but higher of regular or quick used for pairings & prizes.Â

OCT. 12, Washington Chess Congress Blitz (BLZ)See Grand Prix.

OCT. 24-25, 2014 Roanoke FIDE Harvest OpenSee Grand Prix.


OCT. 25-26, 29th Emporia OpenSee Grand Prix.

NOV. 8-9, 19th Annual Northern Virginia Open!See Grand Prix.

WashingtonNOV. 27-30 OR 28-30, 50th Annual American Open (CA-S)See Grand Prix.




West VirginiaOCT. 11, WV National Chess DaySt. Francis of Assisi, 1023 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177. Sections:Open (G/60 d5); Unrated Elementary, Unrated MS/HS & U700 (G/30d5), 700+ (G/45 d5). EF: Open $25, Unrated scholastic $5, scholasticU700/700+$10. Prizes: Open (based on16 players) Overall 1st $100,2nd $75, 3rd $50; U1600 1st $50, 2nd $25. Scholastic Unrated: top twoin each section will receive 1yr USCF membership Plus medals.Scholastic rated: Top 3 trophies. Contact: Craig Timmons 304-415-2119 or [email protected].

WisconsinSEPT. 19-21 OR 20-21, 2014 Harold Steen Memorial Cup (MI)See Grand Prix.


OCT. 11, National Chess Day Midwest Class Blitz (BLZ) (IL)See Illinois.

OCT. 18, Hales Corners Challenge XXSee Grand Prix.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8-9, 2014-2015 Wisconsin Junior OpenGruenhagen Conference Center, UW-Oshkosh, Corner of High and OsceolaSt., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $40 Full Service, $30 Student Service;(dorm room) 920-424-1106. 2015 Denker/Barber/NGIT qualifier; Opento youth born after 11/8/1993. In 5 Sections, Open: 5SS, G/120 d5, EF:$17 in advance by 11/4; $22 at site. Prizes: Top 5, Top 2 each 1600,1500, 1400, 1300, 1200, 1100, Under 1100 and Unrated. Girl’s JuniorOpen: 5SS, G/120 d5, EF: $17 in advance by 11/4; $22 at site. Prizes:Top 3 and top ages 15-16, 13-14, 11-12, 9-10 and Under 9. Reserve(U1100 or Unrated): 5SS, G/120 d5, EF: $17 in advance by 11/4; $22at site. Prizes: Top 5, Top 2 each 900, 800, 700, 600, 500 and Under500 and top 3 Unrated. Non-Rated Beginner’s Grade 7-12: 5SS, G/120 d5, Open to Grades 7-12. EF: $16 in advance by 11/4; $21 at site.Prizes: Top 5 and top 3 Grade 7-9. Non-Rated Beginner’s Grade K-6:5SS, G/120 d5, Open to Grades K-6. EF: $16 in advance by 11/4; $21 atsite. Prizes: Top 5 and top 3 Grade K-3. ALL: Reg.: 11/8 8:45-9:30 A.M.Rds.: 10:15-2:30-7:15; 10:00-3:00. ENT: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca GrandeWay, Madison, WI 53719. INFO: Mike Nietman, 608-467-8510 (before11/7), [email protected]. www.wischess.org. W.

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix!NOV. 8-9, WCA Veteran’s Tournament5SS, G/120 d5. Gruenhagen Conference Center, UW-Oshkosh, Cornerof High and Osceola St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $40 (dorm room) 920-424- 1106. Open to Age 21 and over. EF: $25 by 11/4; $30 at site. $$b/40 and 3 per class: $150-90. A-$70; B-$60; C-$50; D-$40; E/Unr-$40.Reg.: 11/8 8:45-9:30 A.M. Rds.: 10:15-2:30-7:15; 10:00-3:00. Held inconjunction with the WI Junior Open but in a separate room. ENT: MikeNietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719. INFO: Mike Nietman,608-467-8510 (evenings before 11/7), [email protected]. W.


WyomingSEPT. 13, Wyoming 2014 Scholastic Championship4SS, G/30 d0. Teton County Library, 125 Virginian Ln., Jackson, WY83001. SECTION: Open to all scholastic students, grades 1 thru 12. PF:

Trophies only. EF: No entry fees. REG.: 10:00 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. RDS:start at 10:30 A.M. ENT: Brian Walker, 2835 Forest Dr., Cheyenne, WY82001, email [email protected]. W.

SEPT. 27, Kendall Crouse Memorial Closed Championship3SS, G/90 d0. C’mon Inn, Teton Room, 201 East Lathop Rd. (atexit 185 on I-25), Evansville, WY. SECTION: Closed, open to WyomingResidents only. EF: $20 Pre-entry, $25 at door. PF: Trophy first placealso prizes b/entries. REG.: 8:30-9:00 A.M. RDS.: 10:00A.M., 1:30, 5:00.ENT: Brian Walker, 2835 Forest Dr., Cheyenne WY 82001, email: [email protected]. W.


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PAGE 17 / CHESS TO ENJOY Problem I. 39. Rxh7+! Kxh7 40. Qa7+ mates,e.g. 40. ... Kh6 41. Qg7+ Kh5 42. Qg5 mateor 42. N2f4 and mates. Problem II. 24. ...Rd3+! 25. cxd3 Nb3+ and 26. … Nxd4. Blackwon the ending after 25. Qxd3 Nxd3. Prob-lem III. 42. Qc2!, Black resigned (43. Rd1will trap the queen). Problem IV. Not 42. ...Re5? 43. Re6! But 42. ... Rh5!, which threat-ens 43. ... Rxh2 followed by 44. …. Rh1+. Forexample, 43. Rd2 g3! (43. ... Rxh2? 44. Rxf2)44. h3 Rxh3! 45. gxh3 g2+ 46. Kxg2 f1=Q+.Problem V. 29. Qxa5! bxa5 30. Rxb8+ Ne831. Bxc6 (or 31. Bxh5) followed by 32. Rxe8(+)is a winning material edge for White. Prob-lem VI. 32. ... Nxh2! 33. Rxg5 Nxf3 threatens34. ... Rh4 mate as well as 34. ... Nxg5. Nobetter is 33. Kxh2 Rh4+ 34. Kg1 Rxg3+.

PAGE 45 / ABCS OF CHESS Problem I. Get Out of Check: The thrust 1.... b5+ gains the queen, after which the pawnending is an easy win for Black. ProblemII.Pin: The bishop falls to 1. ... Na7, exploitingthe b-file pin. Problem III. Trapping: Black’squeen is trapped with 1. ... Bc2. ProblemIV. Trapping:The invasion 1. ... Rd3 catchesthe queen. Problem V. Fork: The queen iswon by 1. ... Nf2+ 2. Kg1 Rd1+. ProblemVI. Smothered Mate: White is smotheredby 1. ... Nef2+ 2. Rxf2 Nxf2 mate.

PAGE 47 / THE PRACTICAL ENDGAME: THE ENDGAMECAVALRYProblem I. 66. Nb1! A deadly shot. Black ispowerless against Nc3 followed by b4-b5,creating an unstoppable passer. 66. ... Kxe4Also hopeless is 66. ... Ke6 67. Nc3 Bd3 68.b5 axb5 69. a6, promoting. 67. Nc3+ Kf368. Nxe2 Kxe2 69. b5 (Time is more impor-tant than material) 69. ... axb5 70. a6 Kf371. a7 Kxg3 72. a8=Q Kf2 73. Kd4 g3 74.Qa2+ Kf3 75. Qd5+, Black resigned. Prob-lem II. A difficult exercise in calculation. Inthe game, Ni blundered with 71. dxe5? andshould have lost immediately after 71. ...Bc4! 72. Kg2 Kg4 73. b7 and now Ashrithamissed the straightforward 73. ... h3+ 74.Kg1 h2+ 75. Kg2 Bd5+, promoting with check.Black still won the game, but only afteranother lapse by Ni. 71. b7! A beautiful con-cept. White buys much-needed time toreorganize. 71. ... Bxb7 72. Rxa2! Forcedonce again. On the rash 72. dxe5?, Black sim-ply returns: 72. ... Bd5 73. Ra5 Be6+ 74. Kg2Kg4 75. Ra4+ Kf5, winning. 72. ... Bc8+ 73.Kg2 exd4 Black cannot make progress after73. ... Kg4 74. dxe5 h3+ 75. Kg1 and the rookwill stay on the second rank, checking whennecessary. 74. Ra4 d3 75. Rd4 Bf5 76. Kf3Fortress! Black cannot make progress withoutgiving up either the d-pawn or the h-pawn.

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hess has played a dominant rolein my life since I was six years old.Six was also the same age I tookup ballet. What was the unifying

theme that inspired me to devote so muchto two seemingly diametrically opposedpursuits? The Eastern European mentalityI was raised with prizes rigorous discipline.Chess is discipline of the mind; ballet isdiscipline of the body.Chess requires unwavering concentra-

tion—a player must always be aware ofthe potential of the pieces and its impacton the position. Ballet demands unwa-vering awareness of the positioning ofevery muscle. Not a finger can be out ofplace when transitioning from one elementto the next. Both share another attribute:they are art. Just as single dance elementscombine into a beautifully choreographedpiece, the dynamic forces between twochess opponents can result in a uniqueaesthetic work.My best move arose when the artistic

and combative aspects of chess finallyunited for me. It produced not only amemorable result at this year’s U.S.Women’s Championship, but validated myapproach to tournaments.I decided early on that I would play

fighting chess each round and have noregrets. I am most proud of my final roundwin—a controlled, clean conversion fromstart to finish. The gambit succeeded notin creating the mating attacks I was accus-tomed to, but a stunning, positional bind.

Sicilian Defense (B31) FM Alisa Melekhina (2257)WIM Iryna Zenyuk (2352)2014 U.S. Women’s Championship (9), St. Louis,Missouri, 05.19.2014

1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 g6 4. 0-0 Bg7 5. c3Nf6 6. d4 Mixing things up in the usually tame

Rossolimo.

6. ... cxd4 7. cxd4 Nxe4 Declining the gambit leads to a massive

pawn center for White via 7. ... 0-0 8. e5.

8. d5 Na5 9. Qe2 Nd6 10. Bd3 0-0 11. Bf4 b612. Be5

FM ALISAMELEKHINAJURIS DOCTORCLASSICALLY-TRAINED BALLERINA

MY BEST MOVE

Inducing a key tempo before capturingthe knight.

12. ... f6 13. Bxd6 exd6 14. Nc3 Nb7 15. b4 a516. a3 f5 17. Rac1 Qf6 18. Na4 The extra d6-pawn is a curse rather than

a blessing; Black’s pieces are in a bind.

18. ... Bh6

19. Nxb6! The temporary Exchange sacrifice is

executed for positional rather than attack-ing compensation. As Black’s pieces arealready constricted, additional files areopened, taking full advantage of the posi-tion’s geometry.

19. ... Bxc1 20. Rxc1 Black is able to escape after 20. Nxa8

Bxa3 21. Nb6 Bxb4 followed by ... Nc5.

20. ... Rb8 21. Ba6 axb4 22. axb4 Nd8 Releasing the tension in the (admittedly

disheartening position) too quickly. Aftercoming away with two pieces for the rook,White’s optimal piece coordination dimin-ishes any chances by Black.

23. Nxc8 Rxb4 24. Bb5 Re4 25. Qd2 Nb7 26.Nb6 Nc5 27. Nxd7 Nxd7 28. Bxd7 Kh8 29.Qh6 Re7 30. Be6 f4 31. h4 Qg7 32. Qg5 Ra733. h5 gxh5 34. Qxh5 h6 35. Nh4 Rfa8 36. Nf5Qg5 37. Qxg5 hxg5 38. Nxd6 Kg7 39. Ne4 Kg640. d6 Rh7 41. f3 Rah8 42. Kf2 Rh1 43. Rxh1Rxh1 44. d7 Rd1 45. Nc5 Kf6 46. Bg4 Ke7 47.Nb7, Black resigned.

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