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DEPARTMENTS 6 APRIL PREVIEW / THIS MONTH IN CHESS LIFE AND US CHESS NEWS 13 PUZZLES / APRIL FOOLS’! 8 COUNTERPLAY / READERS RESPOND 222222&1+!/,2#++)-'2#.*'2//',2)'1, BY GM PAL BENKO 10 FIRST MOVES / 22222 CHESS NEWS FROM AROUND THE U.S. 11 FACES ACROSS THE BOARD / 32 GRAND PRIX EVENTS / NORTH AMERICAN OPEN BY AL LAWRENCE

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TWITTER TAKEOVER CLEAN UP YOUR CONTRIBUTORS IN THE CAPITAL ENDGAMES GM PAL BENKO As the U.S. Championships rage on in the Refresh your endgame theory with (April Fools Puzzles) is a U.S. chess legend capital of US Chess (St. Louis, March 28- an instructional article by Bryan who served as Chess Life’s endgame April 10), look for Twitter takeovers on Castro focused on common columnist for 45 years. twitter.com/USChess from insiders such as endgame principles and their IM Eric Rosen and Pro Chess League applications in real games. Commissioner Greg Shahade. This year’s MACAULEY PETERSON open competition features three of the top (Cover Story) serves as content director 10 players in the world (GMs , for chess24.com. He is an associate producer and defending champ SUIT UP FOR THE of the award-winning 2016 documentary Fabiano Caruana). SUPERNATIONALS Magnus (now available on Netflix), and producer and co-host of the popular chess Will this year’s SuperNationals, podcast The Full English Breakfast at held from May 12-14 in Nashville, www.TheFEB.com. Tennessee (photo, below), break records for one of the largest or GIRLS WEEKEND IN GM JOSH FRIEDEL CHICAGO even THE largest tournament ever? Follow along on uschess.org (North American Open) has won or tied Look for exclusive US Chess coverage and if you’re attending, be sure to for first in several open tournaments of the 14th edition of the All-Girls chime in on Twitter using the across the U.S., including the PanAms, Championships from Betsy Dynako. hashtag #SuperNationalsVI. Eastern, St. Louis, National, American, The event spans from April 7-9 at the and North American Opens. Josh has Hyatt Regency in Chicago. played in five U.S. Championships, tieing for fourth in 2008.

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Argentina loses, whoever wins the World Cup instead will likely not care if they are regarded Draws, and as “best.” They will take home the hardware as champion, and that is all that really matters. If all we are concerned about is who is “best” determining the in chess, FIDE has a rating system for that. If “best” and “champion” are equally meaningful, then FIDE can simply make an announcement best every time the #1 rating changes hands that we have a new “world champion”. Would this be a popular way to determine a world cham - pion? I suspect not. As long as the candidates are fairly determined, by rating or by winning events like World Cup of chess, a fair champion will be determined. The champion will have the prestige of being champion, and the issue of who is actually “best” will be debated in Chess Life and online blogs. Regarding Wilson’s point about the arbitrariness of the tiebreak that advanced Carlsen to the match with Anand in 2013, I think Wilson is right. Get rid of the tiebreaks and settle the matter over the board, whether by rapids, blitz games, Armageddon games. Let the chessboard decide. Doug Strout Montgomery, Alabama

Corrections

“He’s playing so defensively it has to be Karjakin!” In the March issue feature covering the World Cadet, GM Melikset Khachiyan’s name was inadvertently left out of the list of coaches who had helped Andrew Hong on his way to a silver medal. We LUCKY NUMBER 7 We thought it was clear from the context that the also misquoted George Hong on his draw total referred to the opening of the match, but From the February 2017 article on the Carlsen- son being excited to win silver in , your suggested edit should have been made. ~ed. Karjakin match: “Seven straight draws were not “gold” as we wrote. only one short of the world championship record, which also happened in New York!” In the February “My Best Move” column Presumably you meant “Seven straight draws REFORMATION featuring Tim Just, a number of errors appeared in the game header. The to begin the match ...” I found very interesting the article “Reforming opponent's name should have been Without that important qualifier, even the Candidates Cycle” by Matthew S. Wilson Dexter Y. Nakamoto with the rating Kasparov-Anand 1995 is only tied with in the February 2017 Chess Life. I do disagree Alekhine-Capablanca 1921 (eight straight with his premise that “The goal of the world listed as (2005); the city should have draws, games 13 through 20) and neither holds championship cycle is to identify the best player been Kona, Hawaii; and the year should the record. As all my fellow old fogeys know, in the world.” No, the goal of the world champi- have been 1998. the record for consecutive draws in a world onship cycle is to determine a CHAMPION. championship match is of course held by In any field of competition, a championship Karpov-Kasparov 1984 with 17 straight draws determines who is “champion” not who is “best.” (games 10 through 26), not to mention a second, Take World Cup men’s soccer as an example. Send your letters to “short” streak of 14 straight draws (games 33 Argentina is currently ranked #1 by governing [email protected] or post on through 46). I’m surprised neither author nor body FIFA. Suppose they stay that way until the US Chess Facebook group editor caught that error. It jumped off the page the 2018 World Cup. Many would recognize or the uschess.org Issues Forum. when I read it. them as “best”, but who cares? They must still Letters are subject to editing Bob Probasco go through the exercise of winning the World for style, length, and content. via e-mail Cup to be the champions of men’s soccer. If

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www.uschess.org 9 First Moves / Chess news from around the U.S. From a Special Start to National Championship Contenders Many chess programs start with aspirations of being great, but few have the guidance to make these programs produce national championship contenders. With SuperNationals VI just around the corner, this is a guide to creating such success using a systematic approach that has turned Franklin Academy’s Special Start into national champions in just a few short years.

By BRYAN TILLIS AND STEVE ABRAHAMS

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10 April 2017 | Chess Life First Moves / Chess news from around the U.S.

or everyone, regardless of the pursuit, times. Remember, as a tournament director At the “success” is the ultimate goal. For and organizer (even if you are just volunteer - FACES New Orleans chess programs the idea of success ing), these are your customers, and they F is often limited to teaching the rules deserve to be treated as such. PanAms! of the game or traveling to a local tournament, Most every scholastic chess coach has ACROSS but it doesn’t have to end there. Building a gotten an email or a phone call from a parent championship team is entirely possible with asking if his or her child is ready to participate THE BOARD correct planning and organization. Below you in a tournament. Our answer is yes, 99 percent will find suggestions for: running a successful of the time. If the child knows the basic rules By AL LAWRENCE tournament, picking the right events in which of chess, there is nothing to stop them from to participate, curriculum ideas, a summary playing in a tournament. Most local scholastic WIM EWA of coaching techniques, and suggestions for events are geared toward students rated below HARAZINSKA having an amazing SuperNationals experience. 1200. There are exceptions of course, but the UNIVERSITY OF If implemented properly, these ideas will help vast majority of these small local events feature immensely in your pursuit of success. many beginners and first-year players. In MARYLAND, BALTI- We have all been to tournaments that drag order to get better and attain success, students MORE COUNTY “A” on, seemingly forever. These tournaments have to play. Regardless of whether their first In every game, you create something new. often start late, have erroneous pairings, and rating is 100 or 1000, they can attain success. the entry fee may be very expensive. With The first US Chess ratings for now top-rated When Ewa was only 11, she played in the Euro- the guidance of US Chess National Tourna - Americans were: Hikaru Nakamura—684 pean Blitz Chess Championship in her home- town of Warsaw, Poland. “There were hundreds ment Director Jon Haskel, we have seen the (now 2863), Fabiano Caruana—473 (now of people and chessboards [and] I couldn’t find best in action. Working alongside Jon we 2890), and —120 (now 2761). my board.” A panicky search finally located her have learned to implement many things that This speaks to the fact that regardless of where opponent, “But I had only 30 seconds left on help create a well-run event. Good tourna - one starts, success can be attained by playing the clock! The arbiter was watching the game ments start with good planning, and our and working hard. We strongly urge all chess from the very beginning, so he was there when tournaments are organized months in players to play in as many events as possible after about 20 moves my opponent’s phone advance. We always advertise through various to be successful. rang ...”—giving Ewa an automatic win. The sources including: local chess club websites, The second question we often get from PanAms were only the second U.S. tournament social media, flyers/emails for all local schools, parents is: “which event is right for my child?” for Ewa, a freshman chemistry major. “Chess gave me a possibility of studying in the U.S. and and through US Chess. We always make sure We encourage our students to continue [helped develop] my memory and analytical to have more space than necessary for events. playing in local scholastic tournaments until thinking.” Six rounds in three days were new Our school’s cafeteria and gym work as they are around 1000 strength. Depending for her. “Nevertheless, I really enjoyed it and convenient and inexpensive sites for tourna - on the competition, it then becomes time to met lots of interesting people.” ments. Before doing anything else, we make start playing in “open” events (with adults sure to have full support from the school and students). Age usually has little bearing administration and plenty of volunteers. on this decision, but of course, discretion Helping in this regard is that our school’s should be used so that students are not put RACHEL DAN parents and local high school students are into a situation where they are likely to be encouraged to do a certain number of “service” uncomfortable. Locally in south Florida, our OBERLIN hours. For small events, a few extra hands students have the luxury of competing at our COLLEGE “B” for concessions or posting pairings can make Franklin Academy events, several great local a big difference. In large events, volunteers open clubs, and very often in other monthly Games around me ceased to exist. are invaluable as they keep an eye on the open events. As coaches, we traveled to over Rachel is a junior double-majoring in neuro- participants between rounds for safety, help 25 events across the nation last school year science and creative writing. “People always at the scorer’s table, and assist with those last to encourage our students to play more. It is seem surprised by that combi nation. Studying minute obstacles preventing rounds from always best for coaches and parents to be brain development and func tion has made me particularly interested in the mental starting on time. physically at an event to support and advocate benefits of playing chess.” The PanAms attract As coaches, we communicate with our for the students. GMs and IMs but bring together players of all students and their parents to help them There are many options when adapting a levels. New Orleans was Rachel’s first rated understand how the event will work, and we chess curriculum to fit your needs. Franklin event, so she was unsure what to expect. “But strive to keep the events consistent. We always Academy students have an advantage that the moment the clock started, I felt surprisingly try to have backup plans for anything and many others do not in that we get to see our calm. There were only my opponent’s move and my response. Nothing else mattered.” everything that can go wrong. When the students almost every day. Regardless of the She’s from Bethesda, Maryland, but proud to computer pairing system crashes (and it will actual classroom time you have with students, be a member of the always ardent Oberlin at some point in your directing career) it is you can create successful students by planning squads, who have now won the small college always best to have a backup of the files and correctly and using your time wisely. During trophy four years in a row. “Our coach, a backup computer/printer. The last and most class time we like to plan specifically based Constantine Ananiadis, is incredibly dedicated.” important detail we have learned from Mr. on how much time we have. It must be A highlight was solving chess puzzles with Haskel is always to start on time. There will remembered that kindergarten students do GM Varuzhan Akobian, who visited the event. “He was also generous enough to review one be hiccups in your first few events, but for not have the same attention span as those of of my games and offer advice that later helped our events, we always arrive early enough older students. With the young ones, we like me win the final round!” that these problems will not affect the round to turn the lessons into mini-games, songs,

www.uschess.org 11 First Moves / Chess news from around the U.S. and even dances to keep things fun. It is often onship and they could still win a class prize. successful tournaments, pick the right events useful to use a rule of thumb that any student As a coach, you have to do what is best for for your students to participate in, understand under the age of 10 should have a shortened both the team and the players. Sometimes this how to use a curriculum, take your students to lesson time close to the age of those students can be tough to decide, our best advice is to go SuperNationals, and be one who helps create (i.e., vary activities for a five-year-old every with your intuition about whether your stu - champions through positive and present moti - five minutes). It is also very important to instill dents are ready to play up or if they would do va tion. Famous football coach Vince Lombardi the concepts of respect and sportsmanship into best in the under sections. One thing to once said, “The price of success is hard work, each and every lesson. remember during an event like this is to cele- dedication to the job at hand, and the determi- As coaches at an event we often feel more brate the small victories. If your 1100 student nation that whether we win or lose, we have nervous and excited than the kids themselves. played an amazing opening versus his 2000 applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.” We grew up playing sports from elementary opponent then be happy about that and try to If your students work hard and dedicate them - through high school, and one of the most help your student move on to the next round. selves to being national championship contend - important things we remember is having the SuperNationals is definitely a marathon not a ers, then win, lose or draw they will be confident support and encouragement of our coaches. sprint, so remember to take it round by round that they gave their all, and they will succeed As varsity athletes, we had a routine of meeting and help your student overcome any obstacles both in chess and in life. in the locker room before home games. The they might face. Remember these are all children coaches would talk, the captains would talk, regardless of their rating and a high five from To read more about Franklin Academy’s and we would get fully ready to “go to war”. a coach or a hug from a parent can make a program, see our April 2015 issue for the We like to use this same approach with our world of difference! article “Start Something Special” in the “First coaching. Going into the last round of the 2016 You, as a parent, coach, or volunteer can run Moves” department. K-12 U800 nationals our team was on the cusp of getting anywhere from first-fifth place. We took our kids on a little walk before the last round. Then just as in the locker room years            before, we gave them the most inspirational talk that we could. We talked about “finishing”, RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL TOURNAMENT: “never giving up”, and “giving 100 percent” no • Organization and proper planning matter the circumstances. We had the older • Time management and keeping on schedule students speak and tell the group of their biggest • Positive communication both as an organizer and during the event accomplishments and how they achieved them. We came away from that walk knowing not PICKING THE RIGHT EVENTS: only that we could win but that we would. • To be successful students, need to play early and often After the round was over and awards were • Be fully aware of all event details announced, we finished in clear first place (1½ • Do your best to travel with your students and to advocate for them points ahead of second place in seven rounds). If your students expect success they will succeed. Never let your student go into a game thinking CURRICULUM IDEAS: they will lose. • Differentiate instruction for different ages and skill levels Traveling to huge events can sometimes be • Make it as fun as possible overwhelming, but missing one that only • Instill the concepts of respect and sportsmanship into each lesson happens every four years would definitely be a mistake! SuperNationals VI is next month! COACHING SUGGESTIONS: This amazing tournament is a huge opportunity • Hold your students to a high standard for coaches, parents and of course students to • Remind students that ratings don’t limit their ability show their skills. The first challenge for this • Never let your students go into a game thinking they will lose event might be picking the right section. Typi - cal ly, in chess tournaments there is the option TIPS FOR SUPERNATIONALS: to play in your section or possibly “play up” • Choose your sections wisely based off your students goals against harder competition in one or two other • Have set meeting times and a meeting place for before and after rounds sections. In this event, however there are 25 • Stay positive! The most important thing you can do for your students is to show sections! A 1200-rated sixth grader could choose pride in their effort. to play in eight different sections! Being that it can be such a hard decision, you have to talk MOST IMPORTANT: to your student(s) about their goals. If you have As a coach, the most disheartening thing to see is a child crying while the a team it can be even more challenging to decide parent/coach is yelling at them because of a game result. Positive support is instru- whether to challenge for the championship mental to success, being yelled at for failure in our opinion is one of the highest sections or to attempt to take home more contributing factors to scholastics not competing as adults, be the positive person hardware in the under sections. If your stu - that helps change the spread. We are lifetime competitors because we had the dent(s) are concerned with playing highly rated positive support system that we now provide to our students. players it’s probably best to let them challenge in one of the under sections, if they love playing high-rated players let them play in the champi-

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PUZZLES

By GM PAL BENKO

our task is to create the game that leads to the shown mate. The move order must be unique, so, for example, 1. Nc3 b5 2. Nxb5 does not meet the conditions because 1. Na3 b5 2. Nxb5 leads to the same line and so is not unique (and could be labeled a “dual”). Y 1. Nc3 b5 2. Nd5 would be OK. Solutions are on page 71.

PROBLEM I PROBLEM II PROBLEM III PROBLEM IV

MATE IN 9 MOVES MATE IN 9 MOVES MATE IN 10 MOVES MATE IN 11 MOVES

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1"6-,&3&4 Keres the Author A reprint of Keres’ 1948 World Championship tournament book By JOHN HARTMANN

onship 1948 is often cited by Garry Kasparov as Here Euwe famously played the “beautiful 803-%$)&44 one of his favorite books. lauded it sacrifice” 33. Nexg6 fxg6 34. Nxg6?! (34. Qg4 $)".1*0/4)*1 at the 2016 Keres Memorial and lamented its should still win) 34. ... Kxg6 but after 35. e5+? relative obscurity among chess fans. I concur with Kf7 36. Qh5+ Kf8 37. f4 Bb6 38. Qf5+ Ke7 both assessments. Keres’ book is a masterpiece 39. Qh7+ Kd8 40. Bxb6+ Qxb6+ 41. Kh2 that has been neglected for far too long. Qe3 42. Qf5 Nc6 he was forced to resign. ne of the curious features of World Chess Championship 1948 is a sturdy With 35. Qf3! Keres correctly notes that Euwe modern chess publishing is the lack hardcover of almost 550 single column pages. would have kept some “saving chances.” The line of commer cial interest in new O While the dust jacket is a bit amateurish, the text goes 35. ... Be6 36. Qf8 Kh7! 37. Qxd8 Nc6 38. tournament books. (World championship itself is attractive and well-designed, reminiscent Bf6! (38. Qd5 Qd7 39. Qxb5 Nxd4 40. Qxd7+ matches are something of an exception to this of some early titles from Quality Chess. Such Bxd7 41. cxd4 Ne7 gives White three pawns for rule.) With games available in real-time via the similarity should not surprise us once we note the piece but a worse position according to Keres, web, and with the rise of livestreamed video that Ari Ziegler, who helped launch Quality while Stockfish offers 38. Qc8 as an improve - commentary and flash annotations, who needs Chess, served as Verendel’s typesetter. I was ment.) 38. ... Bf5. Here Keres gives 39. Qd6 Bg6 a book that appears months after a big event amused to find that the colophon in World Chess 40. f4? Nxf6 41. Qxf6 and the computer thinks ends, and when our attention has already shifted Championship 1948 was structurally identical— Black’s material advantage should prevail. After thrice-fold to the shiny and new? fonts and all—to early Quality Chess efforts. 39. Qd5, however, the position remains very For all of this, there is also a countervailing Keres is a brilliant annotator, certainly on a unclear. trend to be found, where some older, heralded par with Botvinnik or Smyslov, and his powers Verendel’s translation is solid and quite tournament books are being translated and are on full display in this book. He does an readable, although I have no way of knowing brought back into print. First among these are excellent job of explaining the critical features how close it is to the original Estonian. His aim two titles from Russell Enterprises: Miguel of positions, often in painstaking detail, and seems to be maximum fidelity to Keres’ own Najdorf’s Zurich 1953: 15 Contenders for the World most of his analysis holds up when checked words. Perhaps that is why—rather strangely, Chess Championship compares favorably with with an engine. When errors do occur, they I thought—there are no editorial apparatus David Bronstein’s canonical work on that usually pop up a few ply deep, meaning that included. tournament, and Max Euwe’s The Hague-Moscow his overall assessment still checks out. Some kind of translator’s introduction would 1948: Match/Tournament for the World Chess Consider this position, taken from the fourth have added depth to the book, and if you’re Championship is erudite and engaging. round game between Max Euwe and Vasily interested in a “behind-the-scenes” view of each Now the young Swede Jan Verendel has done Smyslov. day’s events, Euwe’s book is a valuable supple - the English speaking world a great service with ment. All the same, in an age where every new his translation and publication of Paul Keres’ release is immediately deemed to be a classic, World Chess Championship 1948. Keres was, of Keres’ book actually fits the bill. It belongs on course, a tremendous chess talent, the runner- the bookshelf of every serious chess fan. up at four Candidates’ tournaments and a stalwart of Soviet Olympic play. While he is remembered as perhaps the greatest player never to become world champion, Keres’ contri- Keres, Paul. World Chess butions to chess literature are often under - Championship 1948. Verendel Publishing: 2016. valued. This new translation should help to ISBN Paperback: 978-1-78483-012-0 remedy that slight. ISBN Hardcover: 978-91-983665-0-1. Originally published in Estonian in 1949 and Hardcover. 540 pages. $38.95 from New In Chess. in Russian shortly thereafter, World Chess Champi- AFTER 32. ... Bc4

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2017 EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTION

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MIKE NIETMAN LAKSHMANA VISWANATH Being a US Chess Executive Board member for seven years has been I am Lakshmana “Vish” Viswanath. a privilege. I hope my candidacy I served the Texas Chess will earn your support for another Association (a 501[c][3]) as a term. vice president for four years and My chess experience is substan - as president for another four tial. Since joining US Chess in years until August of 2016. I am 1976, I’ve served on the Wiscon - also a national tournament direc - sin Chess Association board of tor. I love to play chess and ran directors since 1984, and president several scholastic and adult tour - continuously since 1987. During naments. Chess grew tre men - my tenure Wisconsin hosted two national scholastics, the 1990 World Youth, two dous ly in Texas during the past schools and the 2013 U.S. Open; I was chief local organizer on each. decade, in part due to my leadership and support. I’ve organized the Wisconsin State Scholastic since 1993 and the I hold three masters level degrees in meteorology, computer science, Wisconsin Junior Open since 1987. and counseling psychology and worked in universities for about 25 I’ve been a US Chess delegate since 1987 attending 25 delegates’ years and have been a successful small business owner for the past meetings. My US Chess committee experience includes: co-chair 10 years. I have served as tournament director at several SuperNa- of the Scholastic Council, the Chess in Education committee, the tionals and am excited to serve at the USCF board level. I am States committee and various MIS committees. semi-retired and have ample time to dedicate to the board. I hope Professionally, I am a senior programmer/analyst for a large non- that you consider my candidature and vote for me. profit hospital working with the finance, payroll and HR departments.

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FUN FONG RYAN VELEZ I have an extensive organiza- My name is Ryan Velez and my tional skillset, having been background is in organizational involved with volunteer organi- psychology. I’m a national mas - zations my entire adult life. I ter, and I serve as the scholastic was a leader in the American coordinator of chess for Ken - College of Emergency Physi - tucky. I co-own a successful cians for years. I worked in chess teaching organization and academia as an assistant profes - I’m a published chess author. sor, as a government contractor My goal in running for the for both the Department of Executive Board is twofold. Energy and the Centers for First, I want to look at US Chess Disease Control, and as a DMAT as an organization and find ways disaster responder for approxi- to make it more efficient. Sec - mately 10 years. ond, I want to share my successes in the difficult, small, and turbulent chess market with US Chess and others around the country to help I had organizational interest through Castle Chess Camp in 2001 others be successful and to grow the chess market meaningfully. I and am now a sitting board member. I took the Georgia Chess am 31 years old and I aim to be involved in chess for my whole life. Association in 2011 from a club to an organization with multiple I want to contribute as much as I can to an organization that gives standing committees, and a much richer infrastructure. Georgia my life a lot of meaning. Thank you for your consideration. was a state with few tournament directors (TDs) and organizers, and now has more USCF members, many more TDs and organizers. I have a knack for putting work teams together with ease! I am happy to offer these skills to USCF at the board level.

ALLEN PRIEST HAL SPRECHMAN I am Allen Priest and I have had Fellow Chess Enthusiasts, the privilege to serve on your Executive Board for two terms. I am a retired computer professional I am running for a third term to living in New Jersey. My passion finish what I started. When I for chess began 27 years ago when was first elected, the Federation I taught my four year old son. I love was barely able to pay its bills. to play and teach chess to young We had to borrow in the sum - people and have developed many mer to keep the lights on and after-school enrichment programs hope that the annual fall mem - at area elementary schools. About ber ship upturn happened again. 10 years ago, I also started giving It has been hard, but I am pleased private lessons. Additionally, I have to report that we now have a organized more than 10 chess starter reserve fund and have not borrowed in two years. We have festival fund raising events for 501(c)(3) charities. become a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit. But we need to finish Currently, I am serving my second term as president of the New the reserve fund, finish the website overhaul, and prepare for a future Jersey State Chess Federation. I am a senior tournament director IT upgrade—all while we continue to expand our new non-profit and have organized or directed in hundreds of state tournaments. I mission. I want to leave the Federation on solid ground. We’re better. have also directed at national events. Let’s finish! Being retired, I can devote my time and experience to serve on the US Chess Executive Board in order to help fulfill its mission. Please consider my candidacy, vote for me and share with me your ideas.

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The (Chess) Book of Numbers What hath Elo wrought? The answer is scientific research, in an avalanche of academic papers.

By GM ANDY SOLTIS

THANKS TO ARPAD ELO’S RATING SYS - is an ideal task environment to study skill There doesn’t seem to be another form of tem and the enormous databases of com puters, acquisition in knowledge-rich domains because competition in which everyone—from beginner serious scientists have made chess the most chess is objectively quantifiable (through official to superstar—can be mathematically evaluated. eagerly analyzed human activity you can per - rating scales),” the authors of the 2007 recreating Add to that the immense amount of readily form with your clothes on. study wrote. In other words, chess is a data available tournament data and you can see why The researchers aren’t investigating the gold mine that has yielded a wide variety of many scientists love to put us under a micro scope. technical aspects of chess. They don’t try to papers in the last 25 years: “To have access to such a rich database is a discover which opening move is best or how dream for any scientist whose research relies • In a current project, "Chess Expertise from often a bishop is better than a . Instead, on statistics,” said Swedish researcher Patrick Eye Gaze and Emotion," cognitive scientists the learned papers tackle subjects such as the Gransmark. at Bielefeld University in Germany recorded nature of expertise, the role of memory, the If all this sounds a bit esoteric, you might be the eye movements and facial expressions process of decision-making and what goes on in surprised to learn about new format for tourna - of more than 120 players. Using eye-track - a player’s mind when he or she looks at a board. ments derived from a 2011 paper titled “Pawns ing glasses and video cameras they found For example, in one study, of “visuo-spatial of the Emotions: Evidence from a Natural that the attention of weaker players jumps abilities,” 36 players, including 19 with FIDE Experiment in Chess.” In it, Julio Gonzales- from piece to piece, all over the board, ratings, were shown this position for five seconds Diaz and Ignacio Palacios-Huerta addressed the rather than focuses on the ones most likely on a computer screen before it went blank. situation that occurs when there are an even to make the best move. number of games in a knockout event. In • This seems to confirm an Argentine study, tournaments like the World Cup, paired players in which Maria Juliana Leone, a scientist play two games, not just one. The player who who is also a women’s international master, scores 1½-½ or 2-0 advances and the other and other researchers concluded that player is eliminated. strong er players see the board differently. Does it matter who has white in the first Their analysis of some 350,000 Internet game? Yes, the authors found by examining games indicated that lower-rated players mini-matches dating back to 1970. The player tend to move a piece that is (a) close to the who had white in the first game won 60 percent last piece they moved and (b) close to the of the matches. Often he won the first game square their opponents’ last move ended and played for a draw in the second. up on. This paper was cited by organizers of the annual Donostia Chess Festival when they Then they were asked to recreate the position • Another study found that chess players are on a board. (The actual game, Lerner-Dreev, introduced a “Basque System” to eliminate the more unconventional in their thinking, St. Petersburg 1993, was drawn in six moves white bias. The players conducted two-game more competitive and “significantly more and wasn’t otherwise significant.) mini-matches simultaneously: suspicious” than non-players. The test subjects did very well at recreating In each round, the players who were paired the position. They had good “visual memory • And yet another study found a relationship with one another sat on opposite sides of a ability,” the study authors concluded. between chess and “handedness.” About 10 table that held two boards and two clocks. Each You can try this yourself, though being good percent of the general public is left-handed player had white in one game and black in the at it doesn’t seem to translate to non-chess skills. or ambidextrous. But among chess players other. This forced them to consider how the When shown various shapes on printed pages, the figure rises to nearly 18 percent. Thanks situation on one board shaped their decisions the test subjects didn’t have any better memory to ratings, the researchers could also on the other. of them than U.S. naval recruits, for example. investigate whether handedness was related Here’s how “Basque” worked in an exhibition How did our game become such a robust to skill. But they found no more or less match at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center subject for number-crunching scientists? “Chess “leftiness” at different ratings levels. of Saint Louis.

18 April 2017 | Chess Life Chess to Enjoy / Entertainment

PROBLEM I PROBLEM II PROBLEM III European Club GM WGM Gulnar Mammadova GM Jakov Geller Christian Jeitz WGM Nino Batsiashvili Samuli Nieminen Cup Quiz

The European Club Cup is a mas- sive, annual team event that somehow never gets the attention it deserves. It attracts a wide range of players, including non-Europeans such as America’s Gata Kamsky and members of the Chinese Olympic team in the most recent version. WHITE TO PLAY WHITE TO PLAY WHITE TO PLAY The Open and Women’s Champi- onships of the 2016 tourna ment, PROBLEM IV PROBLEM V PROBLEM VI FM Marco Baldauf GM Spartak Grigorian held in Novi Sad, Serbia, provide GM IM Richard Gerber Mats Persson our six quiz positions this month. In each, you are asked to find the fastest winning line of play. This will usually mean the forced win of a decisive amount of materi al, such as a rook or minor piece. For solutions see page 71.

BLACK TO PLAY WHITE TO PLAY WHITE TO PLAY

SICILIAN DEFENSE, ACCELERATED 1. c4 e6 2. g3 d5 3.Bg2 Nf6 4. Nf3 a6 5. DRAGON VARIATION (B35) d4 dxc4 6. 0-0 Nc6 7. Nbd2 b5 8. Ne5 GM Parimarjan Negi (FIDE 2664, IND) Nxe5 9. Bxa8 Qxd4 10. a4 Qa7 11. Bg2 GM (FIDE 2683, CHN) Bb7 12. axb5 Bxg2 Basque System match (1), St. Louis, Missouri, 2015 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 g6 5. Nc3 Bg7 6. Be3 Nf6 7. Bc4 0-0 8. Bb3 Re8!? 9. h4! Qa5 10. h5 Nxe4 11. hxg6 hxg6 12. Qf3 d5 13. Bxd5 Nf6

Back in the other game White’s attack gained speed after 14. Bb3 Bg4 15. Qg3 Rad8 16.Nxc6 bxc6 17. Rh4.

AFTER 12. ... BXg2

After the natural 13. Kxg2 Qb7+ Black would have two pawns for and excellent winning chances. Hou Yifan had to make tough choices, with Black sidestepped the riskiest alternatives, each game influencing the other. Should she such as 10. ... Nxh5 11. Nf5! and later 12. ... try to defend this position with, say, 14. Nf3 Nf6 13. 0-0-0. But she is already in danger. and take her chances in the other game? Or Meanwhile, inches away in the second game: should she gamble on this board because her “black” game was going downhill? OPEN CATALAN (E04) In the end she played 13. Qa4!? and was Needing only a win and a draw to clinch the GM Hou Yifan (FIDE 2683, CHN) slowly ground down after 13. ... Qa8 14. Qxa6 GM Parimarjan Negi (FIDE 2664, IND) match, Negi ended up with 2-0. Qxa6 15. bxa6 Ba8. Basque System match (2), St. Louis, Read archival copies of Chess Life at uschess.org. Missouri, 2015 (see diagram next column) Click on “Chess Life Magazine,” and then “Archives”.

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What If? For the 20 years from 1972-1992 GM Alburt tried and tried to make the Alekhine Defense respectable. He failed.

By GM LEV ALBURT

SHORTLY BEFORE REYKJAVIK 1972, I 2. e5 Nd5 3. d4 d6 Also a good choice. offered a demonstration of how 5. ... Bg4 6. exd6 cxd6 7. h3 Bh5 8. Be2 White gets a clear edge against any line of the Alekhine Defense Fischer could play against him. Just one hour would suffice, I said. “No” replied Boris “against me, Bobby wouldn’t play Alekhine.” A bit later, young Anatoly Karpov, Spassky’s official sparring partner, repeated the same offer. Karpov, of course, didn’t play Alekhine with black—he was a vicious Alekhine-slayer! The reply was the same too—Boris knew his Bobby (and perhaps overestimated that knowl edge). Just imagine: rather than the half-point Boris scored, what if he had gotten one and a half or 4. c4 even two from his two Alekhine games and retained the title, while Fischer retained his If you want to play the main line, go 4. Nf3 and, 8. ... N8d7 great goal—and his sanity. on 4. ... Bg4, 5. Be2 e6 6. h3 Bh5 7. 0-0 Be7 8. c4 (well delayed) 8. ... Nb6 9. Nc3 0-0. In the game below, the Alekhine Defense Awkward development of this knight. failed, too. Perhaps he was worried about, after ... Nc6, Writes the winner, David Blackwelder (my and d4-d5 hitting the knight but that isn’t really further comments are in italics): a threat, e.g. 8. ... e6 9. 0-0 Be7 10. Nc3 0-0 ... After reading many articles and books explaining the importance of development I have not had an opportunity to really show examples of this in my own games. However, this game presented just that opportunity. Not only is the lack of development obvious but also the awkwardness of the development. So if you want to improve you have to develop your pieces every time and with purpose. If ANALYSIS DIAGRAM #1 your opponent doesn’t follow these principles, then you need to know how to take advantage Compare this with the analysis diagram #2 in of it. Hopefully, readers will find this game and the next column. There the only—but key!—differ - my notes instructive and beneficial. ence: pawns on e5 (White) and c7 (Black) are gone. ANALYSIS DIAGRAM #2 Now: 10. Be3 d5 11. c5 Bxf3 12. gxf3! Nc8 13. f4! with ALEKHINE’S DEFENSE (B05) advantage for White (a line invented by Karpov!). 11. b3 This is the position I was expecting David Blackwelder (1680) to get, or 8. ... Nc6 9. d5 Bxf3 10. Bxf3 Ne5. Kareem Abdullah (1592) 4. ... Nb6 5. Nf3 The second line favors White, and after 11. Be2 CCCSA: Tuesday Night Action 28 (5), I thought about playing the Four Pawns the c4-pawn is untouchable. The first line (with Charlotte, North Carolina, 12.06.2016 Attack variation but decided to opt for develop - analysis diagram #2) is OK, or perhaps even better ing pieces. White’s other choice is 5. exd6, The for Black after the most commonly played 11. Be3 1. e4 Nf6 Exchange Variation and after 5. ... cxd6 (The d5 12. c5 Bxf3 13. Bxf3 Nc4. On 11. b3 both the simple Based on my collection of games this is the line 5. ... exd6 6. Nc3 Be7 7. Bd3 is also fine.) 6. 11. ... d5 12. c5 Bxf3 13. Bxf3 Nc8 and the more first time I have faced the Alekhine Defense in Nc3 g6 7. Be3 Bg7 8. Rc1 0-0 9. b3 White is a ambitious 11. ... Nc6 (using the weakening of the a rated tournament game. bit better. long diagonal; on 12. d5, with 12. ... Bf6) look strong.

20 April 2017 | Chess Life Back to Basics / Reader annotations

And indeed, the d7-square is a bad square here for the b8-knight. I tried it once against GM Vladimir Tukmakov only to be mercilessly crushed. 9. Nc3 After 9. b3, securing the c4-pawn, White is clearly better, as he has an edge, and possibilities, on the queenside—with no Black counterplay. 9. ... e6 Knowing that I am substantially worse in the normal course of play, I’d risk 9. ... Bxf3 10. Bxf3 Nxc4. to get developed and get his king to safety. Black’s position is completely paralyzed. His pieces that are developed are so uncoor- Both Bc7 and a4-a5 are threats that just can’t 10. Bf4 dinated that White can almost do anything in be dealt with. Putting my bishop on the weak d6-pawn in this position. 25. ... a5 26. Bc7, Black resigned. Black’s camp. 14. ... d5 My opponent had enough and resigned. As noted before, 10. b3!?. Trying to block my light-square bishop but White’s sacrifice started with his refusal to protect 10. ... Bxf3 in return Black has opened up the h2-b8 the c4-pawn with 9. b3, followed later by 12. b3, driving the black knight to the right square, a5, from The continuation 10. ... d5 11. c5 would just diagonal for my other bishop. White can also where that knight protects the b7-pawn. But in the be a positional nightmare for Black. entertain some ideas of being able to play Bf3- ensuing struggle David outplayed his opponent and, Correct. d1-c2 to create new life for him if Black castles short. On top of all this, Black’s queen is looking exploiting Black’s errors (12. ... Qa5 and especially 11. Bxf3 a little shut out. 14. ... d5), achieved a strong attack and then ended the game with the beautiful and worthy-to-be- While 11. gxf3 may not have been the end Indeed, 14. ... d5 is an obvious blunder. remembered bishop sacrifice, 22. Bxd5. of the world but I did not want to create this 15. Nb5 Kd8 type of weakness in my position. I felt that Did you know you could read archival copies If you are playing this type of move in a giving Black the c4-pawn was better than of “Back to Basics” (and all columns and tournament game and you are not checkmating creating lasting weaknesses. features)? Go to uschess.org, click on “Chess your opponent soon, then you know something Life Magazine,” and then “Archives”. 11. ... Nxc4 went wrong. 16. Rfc1 Send in your games! Simply bringing more pieces into the game. If you are unrated or rated 1799 or be - 16. ... a6 17. Nd6 low, then GM Lev Alburt invites you to Threatening Nxb7+ forking the king and queen. send your most instructive game with As well as Nxf7+ forking the king and rook. notes to: 17. ... Bxd6 18. Bxd6 Rc8 19. a4 Rxc1+ 20. Back to Basics, c/o Chess Life Rxc1 Na8 21. Qc2 Ke8 22. Bxd5 PO Box 3967 Crossville, TN 38557-3967 Or e-mail your material to Black may have “won” a pawn but at what [email protected] cost? Lagging in development, his knights are GM Alburt will select the “most in struc - fumbling around each other and his king is still tive” game and Chess Life will award an in the center. autographed copy of Lev’s newest book, 12. b3 Platonov’s Chess Academy (by Lev Alburt and Sam Palatnik) to the person Or 12. Qe2. submitting the most in structive game 12. ... Qa5 and annotations.

Stronger is 12. ... Na5, protecting the b7-pawn. My pieces are just flooding into Black’s position Make sure your game (or part of it) and your notes will be of interest to other 13. Qd3 Ncb6 14. 0-0 and Black cannot take the bishop on d5. Excellent! It’s over. readers. Writing skills are a plus, but (see diagram top of next column) instructiveness is a must! Do not send 22. ... Qb6 games with only a few notes, as they are The opening has been a success for White. No better is 22. ... Qxd5 23. Qc8 mate or 22. of little instructive value and can’t be used. Pieces are developed to active squares. The ... exd5 23. Qe2+, and mate in two. king is castled to safety and the rooks are www.ChessWithLev.com connected. Black on the other hand still needs 23. Qc8+ Qd8 24. Bxb7 Nab6 25. Qc6

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The Nak of Gibraltar What is the best way to play for victory with the black pieces in a must-win, last-round game against a strong grandmaster? Four-time U.S. Champion Hikaru Nakamura shows us the ropes.

By GM ROBERT HESS

WE'RE TOLD THAT DEATH AND TAXES coming off a fine round nine win over the after 9. ... exd5, 9. ... g5!? 10. Bg3 Qxd5 provides are the only two certainties in life. But after legendary in a somewhat strange Black activity at the cost of an airy kingside. three straight titles, it seems that GM Hikaru Nimzo-Indian. Yet his opening choice in this This line is quite rare, so it requires further Nakamura winning the Tradewise Gibraltar game was likely inspired less by nostalgia than testing before a set evaluation can be reached. Chess Festival might become the third. it was by caution. The logical continuation 11. e3 allows Black After nine rounds, Nakamura and seven 1. ... Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 Bb4 4. Nf3 0–0 to snag the a2-pawn, a decision that might other grandmasters—including Wenjun Ju, 5. Bg5 rapidly turn scary as White finishes his develop - whose exemplary performance won her the ment. When our king is exposed we generally £15,000 women’s first prize—trailed tournament Less ambitious is 5. e3, but solid nonetheless. wish to keep our pieces close to the kingside, leader GM David Antón Guijarro by half a 5. ... c5! and capturing the a-pawn further delays this point. Thus, in order to compete for the £23,000 process. The material imbalance, practically Nakamura was in a combative mood. Of top prize, decisive results were necessary for speaking, favors the lower-rated player: his course, 5. ... d5 (as well as 5. ... h6) is a natural the octet. plan comes much more naturally than does move, but it allows White to play simply with At the elite level, players attempt to win with Black’s. If Black doesn’t scoop up the pawn, 6. cxd5 exd5 7. e3 and while the move 7. ... c5 white and draw with black. But Romain then even if queens get traded White’s structure creates complications, they aren’t the good kind Edouard’s white pieces are not enough of an is preferred because it is not overextended. from Black’s perspective. easily advantage to overcome Nakamura’s nearly 200- While substantial analysis is required, I imagine handled Nakamura in their rapid game: 8. dxc5 point ELO edge. Nakamura, without question, this is the type of position that Nakamura would Nbd7 9. Rc1 Qa5 10. a3! Bxc3+ 11. Rxc3 Ne4 had a favorable matchup in the final round. enjoy playing from both sides. 12. b4 Nxc3 13. Qa1 Qa4 14. Qxc3 and the So what strategy should Edouard employ in ingenious Exchange sacrifice eventually paid 9. ... e5 10. Nf3 this situation? Should he play it safe, hoping dividends in Aronian, Levon (2798)-Nakamura, that a positional struggle would at worst fizzle Hikaru (2883), Leuven 2016. out into a draw? Or should he play the board and not the opponent, welcoming a tactical 6. Rc1 melee if one were to arise? Patient play can Edouard opts for piece over pawn play. often lead higher-rated opponents to force the Nakamura has a number of games in this action, which can backfire. variation, including a draw in blitz against And for Nakamura the question is if it is : 6. e3 cxd4 7. exd4 d5 8. Rc1 prudent to play a long game with the intention h6 9. Bh4 Nc6 10. a3 Be7 11. c5 Ne4 12. Bxe7 of eventually outplaying his opponent à la Qxe7 13. Bb5 Nxc3 14. Rxc3 e5 15. 0–0 Bg4 Kramnik, or if he should bring the heat himself. 16. Bxc6 bxc6 17. dxe5 Bxf3 18. Rxf3 Qxe5 19. Such are the questions we face when involved b4 d4 20. Re1 Qd5 21. Qb3 Rfd8 22. Qxd5 Rxd5 in money rounds. Without further ado, the which eventually petered out into a split point No better was 10. Nb3 g5 11. Bg3 Nc6 which game itself. at Leuven 2016. saw Anish Giri nearly knock off Li Chao with 6. ... h6 7. Bh4 black at the 2016 . NIMZO-INDIAN DEFENSE (E21) GM Romain Edouard (FIDE 2613, FRA) Trading the bishop on f6 leads to no advan - 10. ... d4! GM Hikaru Nakamura (FIDE 2785, USA) tage, for 7. Bxf6 Qxf6 is no worse for Black, For the price of just a pawn, Nakamura blasts Tradewise 2017 whose lead in development is adequate opening open the center. Imagine being White against Masters (10), Gibraltar, England, compensation for slightly less space. one of the world’s best, only to realize 10 moves 01.28.2017 7. ... cxd4 8. Nxd4 d5 9. e3? in that your king will never find shelter. 1. d4 11. exd4 exd4 12. Nxd4?! This error is quickly punished by Nakamura, The first move comes as no surprise. Edouard, who mounts a fierce initiative. Although 9. When your king is in danger but you are up who also dabbles with 1. e4 and 1. c4, was cxd5 aims to leave Black with an isolated pawn material, offering a queen exchange is often

22 April 2017 | Chess Life In The Arena / Player of the Month wise. Black will avoid swapping, but it can cost him some time. 12. Qxd4 Qe7+ 13. Be2 g5 continues the fight. If White had instead forced the issue with 13. Qe3, Black is perfectly content shattering his opponent’s pawn structure after 13. ... Qxe3+ 14. fxe3 Ne4. After the impending capture on c3, White is left with three sets of isolated pawns, unless he tries to decoy with 15. Be7. There, still, Black is very active and White will be fortunate to maintain equality. (Checking with the rook should be our first consideration, but it must be noted that in that continuation Black struggles to play ... g7-g5. avoid substantial material loss with a move like Bxc4! 25. Rxc4 (25. Bxc4 does not pan out For instance after 12. ... Re8+ 13. Be2 Qe7 14. 18. Nde4, trouble remains. I recommend setting because after 25. ... Nxc4 26. Rxc4 Rd2 27. Rf4 Qd2 g5 [Other variations like 14. ... Bg4 are the position up and analyzing. Qxb2 the white queen is lost due to the back too slow. White plays 15. a3 and the attack 17. ... Bf8 rank mates) 25. ... Nxc4 26. Bxc4 Qxb2! and comes to a halt.] 15. Bxg5 is possible, and gives White must sacrifice the bishop on f7 just to White a draw by repetition or sustained The bishop has overstayed its welcome on prolong the game, though Black’s extra material pressure, not to mention three pawns for a b4 and from f8 it protects h6, but it was capable should prove decisive. of maintaining the pin. Right idea, wrong minor piece. Considering what could have been, 25. Bxg4?? White certainly is not unhappy entering a line execution. The move 17. ... Ba5! threatens the like 15. ... hxg5 16. Qxg5+ Kh8 17. 0-0). same ... Nb4 idea while simultaneously keeping I have to give this move two question marks the e4-square available for Black’s knight. The because it hands Black the game. Much more 12. ... Qb6 plausible 18. Qb1 Qd4 19. Be2 Ne4 20. 0–0 runs stubborn was 25. f3, after which a clear path This frees up d8 for the rook, forcing White’s into 20. ... Nd2, forking queen and rook. After to victory is difficult to spot. Does it even exist? 17. ... Ba5 18. a3 might be required, but that pieces into further disarray. It’s already unpleas - 25. ... Nxg4 26. Qc2 ant to choose a move, and Edouard picks the loosens the b3-square for the black knight. principled reply. 18. Qb1 Re8+ The move 26. Qf5 only delays the inevitable. 13. Nf3 For instance, 26. ... Qd4 27. Qf3 Nxf2! 28. Qxf2 Forcing the king to scoot, because White Qd1+!! 29. Rxd1 Rxd1+ wins easily. Inferior is 13. Nb3 not because pieces are would not be able to withstand a pin. 26. ... Bb4 27. c5 better in the center but because the queen’s 19. Kf1 Be6 20. h3? escape route along the d1-a4 diagonal is re - The move 27. Nf3 would not actually prevent After such strong defense, it is a shame that stricted. Additionally, this knight hop may 27. ... Rd2, cutting off the queen from f2. encourage Black to consider ... a7-a5-a4, kicking Edouard misstepped. This move understandably aims to open the h-file for the impotent rook, 27. ... Qa6+ 28. Kg1 it from its temporary home. Meanwhile, 13. but the repercussions are too severe. White a3 invites a series of exchanges that favors had the strong 20. Nf5, heading to e3. Some - Black, because after 13. ... Rd8 14. Bxf6 Qxf6 times the best defense is (temporary) offense. 15. axb4 Rxd4 16. Qf3 Qxf3 17. gxf3 Nc6, White can’t keep the extra pawn. 20. ... Nh5 13. ... Rd8 14. Qc2 The try 21. Nf5 was again an option, but the inclusion of the previous move has done White Again, the correct choice by Edouard. irrepa rable harm. There are land mines at every Nakamura had a devious reply to 14. Qb3 g5 turn, and just one fun example follows: 21. ... 15. Bg3 Ne4 16. Be2 Bf5 17. 0-0, where it Nxg3+ 22. Nxg3 Ne5 23. Nd5 Bxd5 24. cxd5 appears —at least during mental calculations— Bc5 25. Ne4 Bxf2! 26. Nxf2 g3 27. Ne4 Nc4!! that White’s king has escaped! While the king with devastating effect. has indeed found safer shores, the queen has 21. Ne4 Nxg3+ not: 17. ... Nc5! traps the queen, forcing White 28. ... Be1 to give up material to save her majesty. 21. ... f5?! is the type of crazy move that Even more powerful was 28. ... Re1+, which 14. ... g5 15. Bg3 Nc6 16. Bd3 snatches defeat from the jaws of victory. There’s just no need. rids White of his final back-rank defender. But Sadly, 16. Be2 runs into the obvious 16. ... at this point it hardly matters. g4 after which White is crushed, this time due 22. Nxg3 Rad8 23. hxg4 Ne5 24. Be2 29. Rh3 to the looming ... Nd4 hop. (see diagram top of next column) 16. ... g4 17. Nh4! No better is 29. Ne4 Rxe4 30. Qxe4 Bxf2 mate. 24. ... Bxg4?! 29. ... Bxf2+ 30. Kh1 Re1+ 31. Rxe1 Bxe1 (see diagram top of next column) The resulting position after 24. ... Nxg4 forces 32. Nf3 Nf2+ 33. Kh2 Nxh3 34. Nxe1 Ng5 35. Qc3 Qg6 This decision deserves praise, for many would White to part with his bishop, 25. Bxg4 Bxg4. fear placing a knight on the rim. But 17. Nd2 This is good for Black, but an even better tactic One opening inaccuracy forced a grandmaster invites 17. ... Qd4, with tremendous pressure was available to Nakamura, who had the option to fend off a firestorm. The only question that down the d-file. Even if White manages to of exploiting White’s back rank with 24. ... remains: Can you smell what Nak is cooking?

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24 April 2017 | Chess Life Cover Story / Fabiano Caruana

Caruana on the Move, But Here to Stay The defending U.S. Champion plans to make St. Louis home

By MACAULEY PETERSON

“You can go to live in Germany or Italy, but you can’t become a German, an Italian ... but anyone, from any corner of the world, can come to live in the United States and become an American.”

hen Ronald Reagan referenced the the world’s top ten. Although Caruana is the is never far removed from immigrant backstories. Wabove remark—from a letter he’d re - most recent addition to the team, of the trio, Yasser Seirawan landed in Seattle in the late ceived near the end of his presidency—it was he is in fact the only one who was born here. ’60s, having lived in Syria and England. Bobby November, 1990, a year after the fall of the Reagan concluded his 1990 remarks by im - Fischer’s parents were born in Switzerland and Berlin Wall. The event at Westminster College, pressing upon the gathered students how “terribly Croatia, respectively. a small liberal arts school in Fulton, Missouri, unusual” the United States is, inextricably linked Nakamura acquired citizenship at birth since about 100 miles west of St. Louis, marked the to its immigrant past. “In dedicating this magnifi- his mother is American, and coupled with the dedication of a sculpture—“Breakthrough”— cent sculpture, may we dedicate ourselves to fact that he was just two years old when he made of pieces of the Wall which serves as the hastening the day when all God’s children live arrived from Japan, it is bewilderingly that to centerpiece of a Cold War Memorial. in a world without walls,” he said. In chess, as this day you will still find trolls in tournament GM Fabiano Caruana returned to the much as any field or pursuit, “we are a nation of commentary chatrooms implying he is some - country where he has already spent the majority immigrants” and always have been. how less American. It’s a perverse notion that of his life. After spending 10 years playing for Wilhelm Steinitz settled in New York prior is either wilfully ignorant, racist or both. Italy, it’s tempting to characterize him as to winning the first official World Championship Wesley So came to study at Webster University “imported talent” (as the New York Times did), match in 1886 and became an American citizen. in 2012 and could become eligible for citizenship but this is really a misnomer. However, as he Boris Gulko emigrated from the after five years of permanent residence, but this heads into his second U.S. Championship this a century later, and remains the only person to is not required to represent the USA in team month as the defending champion, he faces a have won both national championships. The events or play in the U.S. championship. challenge from a bona immigrant—GM fall of the “Iron Curtain” boosted the influx of But consider Caruana rather as an American Wesley So—for whom 2016 was a truly players from the former USSR with grandmasters expat living abroad. To those who have fol - breakthrough year. like Gata Kamsky (1989), Alex Yermolinsky lowed him from adolescence, his presence in The pair join four-time U.S. Champion GM (1990) and Alexander Shabalov (1992) who have Europe for a decade is viewed as more expedient Hikaru Nakamura to leave Team USA in the made their mark on the U.S. chess scene over than endemic, despite switching federations

PHOTO: MACAULEY PETERSON enviable position of having three members of the past 25 years. But even “home grown” talent back to the stars and stripes only in 2015.

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HEADING EAST When I caught up with him in Hockenheim, GAMES OTHER THAN CHESS Germany, this past December, it was only the early afternoon but Fabiano had already played While at tournaments, Fabiano says he feels lethargic after games and gravitates five hours of chess in the sixth round of the towards activities that require little or no physical or mental effort, like watching TV, or just sleeping. That made me think of ... German League (the Shachbundesliga). He plays top board for perennial favorites OSG Baden- Macauley Peterson: When you were 15 you mentioned you were addicted Baden, a team stacked with elite grandmasters to video games. Now have you outgrown that? including , Levon Aronian, Fabiano Caruana: I still play games. I stopped playing MMOs Massively Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and . Multiplayer Online games because those are the ones which you have to A long draw against an international master keep up with and they just drain your time and your money. So I play games rated 350 points lower was not what he had in which are usually single player and I can just step away from it any time I mind. “Morning games are tough to adjust to want. So, I was playing Plants vs. Zombies and Plants vs. Zombies 2 ... Usually my play drops a lot.” Compounding [mobile-only games which he plays on his tablet -MP] pretty regularly until I the 10 a.m. start time was a dearth of sleep. It beat it. Now I’m looking for a game. Plants vs. Zombies 2 is pretty long— was less than a week since he flew from New there’s 10 worlds—and it’s a great game, but at some point you’re just done York where he had attended the last few games with it. I’ve heard that they are going to add more worlds which I’m waiting in the World Championship match. “It’s a for. Rustam [Kasimdzhanov, his coach] knew about the game long before I shame I missed the tiebreak. That would have did and then when I mentioned it to him he started to get back into it too. I been fun to attend.” think Jan Gustafsson plays the first version which has less content but He’s going to have to get used to more trans- there’s more playability if you’re trying to set a record in one of the certain Atlantic flights since moving to St. Louis after modes of the game. And he’s like the world champion in one mode. I’ve winning the U.S. Championship last year on heard that he’s gotten to like level 100 when I found like getting to level 10 the first try. But travel has been a constant in difficult. his life, and one thing he has always been good at is adaptation. MP: It’s not exactly intellectually stimulating is it? As a dual-citizen—Fabiano’s mother Santina FC: No. It’s purely an escape. I don’t actually have a console, so I don’t have is Italian—it was straightforward to move with any console games, but I’ll probably get a console at some point and get his parents from Brooklyn, New York, back to some games. I recently bought Rustam Streetfighter 5 as a present, but the “old world,” in search of early chess break - mainly because I wanted to play it when I was at his house. It’s for PS4 Sony throughs. Europe was the center of the profes - Playstation 4. His kids are really getting into it. I see them playing when I’m sional tournament circuit (it still is, though less just walking to the house. They’re always playing it. I don’t like hooking so) and the family felt it was a necessity to things up. I’m bad at technology. I’m the sort of person who would like to go seriously pursue the sport. Playing under an without TV forever rather than take an hour to try to hook up the box and Italian flag brought some stable income and figure out how it actually works. served as a springboard to prestigious tourna - ments. Ironically, while the Caruanas have lived in three countries on the continent, Italy isn’t . Chernin was tasked with shepherding his peak in 2014, which is well above average among them. Fabiano through the grandmaster title and among his peers. “I get board when I spend too The first move in 2004 saw the family venture beyond. much time at home. I mean every once in a to a suburb of Madrid called Majadahonda. The At the end of 2007 and now a grandmaster, while I’ll enjoy spending two or three weeks motivation was two-fold: His parents like warm Caruana won his first of four Italian champi- just not looking at chess, or looking at a bit of weather, but more importantly they were sizing onship titles, and when I spoke to him around chess but not really playing chess. But at some up a coach to help take Fabiano to the next level that time it was clear that Budapest was prima - point I just get restless,” Fabiano told me. “I (he was just pushing 2200 FIDE at the time). rily a place to rest and study between tourna - don’t think I’m designed to stay at home for Their sights were set on famed trainer Elizbar ments. “Although I like Europe, honestly I months at a time.” Ubilava, a Georgian grandmaster who lives prefer the U.S.,” he told me. “And some day I Such an intense travel schedule doesn’t lend nearby and worked with GM Viswanathan hope that I could go back there—not just for itself well to building a home in any case, even Anand for over a decade. But before a chance vacation—but to live there. But for now I have in a place more familiar than , which to meet with Ubilava appeared, Fabiano instead to stay in Europe.” was bound to entail a degree of cultural and hit it off with another candidate, IM Boris Chernin describes this as “the educational social isolation. Zlotnik. stage” of Fabiano’s career: “I observed his way Over the next two years the teenage Caruana of thinking, which was quick but also impulsive HEADING WEST made rapid progress, his rating approaching and very chaotic. I felt that my first task was to By early 2010, with Fabiano’s steady progress 2500, but a disappointing result in Gibraltar create some order in this area,” he explained in toward 2700 and tournament invitations com- to start 2007 prompted Fabiano’s parents to a 2014 interview with ChessBase. The work ing apace, the Caruanas decided they’d had enough shake things up by moving the family further included some 30 intensive training sessions of Budapest. Although Fabiano was sponsored east, to Hungary. over the next three years and Chernin also by the Italian Chess Federation, rather than move Aside from a lower cost of living, the move travelled as Fabiano’s second and pseudo- to Italy they decided to give Lugano—in the Italian was again largely related to a new coach; this manager to 13 elite tournaments over 18 months. speaking part of Switzerland—a try. time GM Alexander Chernin, a former Soviet Since 2005, Caruana has played over 100 I’d always wondered about this move since champion cum professional trainer based in classical tournament games each year—172 at it wasn’t apparently connected with Fabiano’s

26 April 2017 | Chess Life Cover Story / Fabiano Caruana next coaching change—he began working with “Magnus Caruana,” which the World Champ Grand Prix and qualify for the Candidates GM Vladimir Chuchelov, who lives in Belgium, took as a compliment! tournament. It’s a long way ahead—2016.” only later that year. It turns out that he had This success also clearly brought the prospect Rex Sinquefield has never been shy about little say in the matter during this period. of returning to the States into focus. “I’ve been wanting to help foster an Olympiad winning “It’s not such a long journey to Belgium but asked that nearly every day I have been here,“ U.S. team, or about the personal importance of that wasn’t the reason. It wasn’t really my he told Ian Rogers for Chess Life at the time. having an American world champion once again. decision. My parents wanted to move and I “People obviously have interest in me playing So it was not surprising that the Saint Louis went with them ... I think they didn’t really for the U.S.—I am sure a lot of people want to Chess Club began making overtures to Caruana want to go to Italy.” Lugano’s cost of living is see it.” Rogers briefly annotated every game in that regard. The timing was the main question. between 60-70 percent higher than Budapest’s. from that magnificent run in the November “I was always planning to move back at some “Switzerland, from that side probably looks like 2014 issue. Asked about his goals, Caruana was point. I was never planning on living in Europe a funny choice because it is quite expensive.” characteristically circumspect. “My short term for the rest of my life,” Caruana told me. That, plus the cold winters, eventually took goal is to get into the top two places in the For 2015, he still had a contract with the their toll and the family was again on move in 2013, back to Spain. “I was a bit surprised as well that they wanted to move, but I like Spain RAPID AND BLITZ CHESS AS ENTERTAINMENT so it wasn’t so bad ... At the time I still wasn’t Caruana sees the shorter time controls as primarily geared towards entertainment, very independent so I was planning on living but not something with the widespread human interest appeal of, for instance, the with them. So when they said they were moving classical world championship match format. to Spain, I could of course have gone my own MP: Why do you think there will always be a place for classical? way, but I decided to go with them.” FC: I think that the most fun thing to watch is blitz chess or rapid chess, for In fact, the place his parents found was almost something where there’s usually a decisive result and you have a lot of games exactly where their European adventure began and time scrambles, but I think the human interest side of chess will mainly in the same Madrid suburb, as Fabiano recalls, focus around classical. Because in blitz and rapid you’ll have different people “I think not even two blocks away, it was like winning every time. One day it’ll be Magnus, one day it’ll be Naka and one day literally next door.” Aronian. You’ll always have a different winner. I think it’s sort of considered The literal change of direction from east to that it’s a bit random. Although top players are clearly good, and there are still west parallels the shift in the center of gravity top players in blitz and rapid, but you’re going to see different winners every of US chess beginning in 2009 with the opening time and the ratings will fluctuate wildly, and at the end of the day I don’t of the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint think much is given to the specific result. Like if I win a blitz tournament or if I Louis. By the time Caruana arrived back in win a blitz match against Magnus, it’s not going to be a sensation. While if we Spain, the Chess Club was already branching play classical and we’re trying to find out who the best player really is—so if I out into increasingly ambitious international win a classical 10 game match against Magnus, that is a big thing. directions including the advent of the which started in 2013 as a four-player MP: Could you see rapid and blitz or some kind of hybrid like the Zürich double round-robin won by Magnus Carlsen. Chess Challenge trying to become more official or having more respect? Caruana was invited to the second edition in FC: There’s the where two of the events are blitz and rapid, 2014, and in the run-up he added a new coach: a mix of both. And then you have the St. Louis Showdown ... then you have former FIDE World Champion (and Baden- the World Blitz and Rapid Championship. I still think that people will give Baden teammate) GM Rustam Kasimdzhanov. more credence to the results in classical chess while blitz and rapid is just He continued to work with GM Vladimir more fun to watch. That is the general opinion and also my own—if I want to Chuchelov, who also coached Anish Giri and watch an event, or at least watch live, I’d probably prefer to watch a rapid , presenting a slight conflict event. of interest since they competed in some of the same tournaments. MP: What about Chess960? Caruana’s Sinquefield debut in August 2014 FC: The thing is I don’t see the need for it. I guess it’s a fun alternative, but is both a milestone in chess history and a turning when—maybe preparation plays a big role in classical chess, but in blitz and point for his career and personal life. It’s strange rapid it doesn’t play much of a role at all. If you’re playing Fischer Random at to think of a 24-year-old grandmaster’s best rapid time controls the position is just so unfamiliar and so complicated from result already being behind him, but his score the very beginning and the time is too little. Any player in the world—even the of 8½ out of 10, with a performance rating of best—will immediately start making mistakes from the start, and I don’t see 3103, makes that a distinct possibility, at least why that makes it more interesting. I think also people will have a harder time when it comes to tournament play. The string following it because the position gets so chaotic so early on. Commentators of seven wins in a row against the world’s best also probably have a hard time explaining what’s happening. players—including World Champion Magnus Carlsen—drew comparisons to Bobby Fischer MP: You could accomplish the objectives of having the freshness, etc. and Anatoly Karpov. I recalled Carlsen’s win through rapid ... in the Nanjing Pearl Spring tournament of FC: Yeah, look at the last St. Louis Showdown. I can’t remember a single 2009, where he scored 8 out of 10 for a 3002 boring draw or anything. There were draws, but—OK maybe my game against performance—his personal best. Then there Vishy where I played the Petroff and things got simplified—but besides that was Maurice Ashley’s Freudian slip on the live you have decisive or interesting games going on every single round. webcast, at one point referring to Carlsen as

www.uschess.org 27 Cover Story / Fabiano Caruana Italian Chess Federation, but with the Candi - dates tournament set for the following March, ON MUSIC AND SOCIAL MEDIA he was persuaded to make the switch early, much to the chagrin of Italian chess fans. I’d noticed last summer that Fabiano had begun farming out some of his social “There was a termination clause. They were media presence to one or more assistants. Differences in tone and content had crept into his feed. paid the transfer fee, and I don’t think there were any hard feelings. I understand that they were disappointed, but everything was done MP: What music are you listening to these days? by the book.” FC: It varies a lot. I’m not trying to limit myself to one genre, so I just type in Caruana also stopped working with something random on Pandora and then I just let it go, and see where it Chuchelov and instead Kasimdzhanov joined goes. So I’ll type in something very generic and then the song choices get the team full time, along with IM Lawrence pretty random. Trent as Fabiano’s new full-time manager. FC: Recently I was listening to Phantom of the Opera because a friend The first professional outing with an American recommended that I listen to it. It’s probably better to actually watch the flag beside his name was abysmal though, as musical live. I listened to that during the Sinquefield Cup but I might just Caruana managed only 3½ points and a tie for type something and then Pandora will take me all sorts of places. A friend eighth at the 2015 Sinquefield Cup. He fared recommended Hamilton to me and I listen to it a bit on YouTube, but I don’t better a few months later with “The Showdown know, I don’t think it’s for me. in Saint Louis” exhibition, in which he bested Nakamura in a combination of Basque Chess MP: You’ve got eclectic tastes at the moment, but your favorite band of all (playing two boards at once), Fischer Random time? Said with a degree of sarcasm that hinted I’d read the recent Tweet (Chess960), rapid and blitz. Fabiano enjoys the on the subject from @FabianoCaruana. variety these kinds of exhibitions bring to the FC: Yeah, I mean I guess we’ve posted online that my favorite competitive landscape, and would like to see band of all time is Led Zeppelin. And I’ve listened to them since I was 13 or 14 more events like this. and I’ve always loved them but I’ve tried to widen my tastes a bit since then. “I think it would help get spectators—to get But yeah, I still listen to some classic rock from time to time. more people interested in chess. ... But I’ve heard a lot of people argue that blitz and rapid MP: So that was maybe a bit of a social media liberty. is the future of chess. I think there will always FC: Yeah, I don’t know if I’ve actually picked a favorite group, but you have be a big place for classical chess, but I think to put something up and it’s hard to know what to choose. It was a bit that it would be a great idea to just implement embarrassing that when they wrote “Cashmir” they spelled it wrong. Rather more blitz and rapid and it would get more than the actual place between India and Pakistan, Kashmir, they spelled it people into the game.” with a C like the material, and I got called out on that a lot. But I didn’t to Speaking of rapid moves, there were, inciden - that myself. tally, two more physical moves for Fabiano over the next several months. The Caruanas MP: It’s correct now, so then they deleted it and reposted it? didn’t initially settle in St. Louis, despite the FC: I had to delete it and repost it with the correct spelling, or on Instagram I evident ties to the Chess Club. In fact for three edited it. months the family tried the West Coast on for size, renting a place in Santa Barbara, California. MP: Speaking of Twitter I saw there’s this #AskFabiano campaign, which It didn’t work out—the three hour time differ - looks pretty lively ... ence with the East Coast and longer flights to FC: Yeah, nobody’s actually asked me anything about it, so I learned some Europe was too much of a hassle. They then new things about myself. Who I dream of playing—with Capablanca—I made the jump to Tampa, Florida, near where learned that today. I wasn’t really asked about that, I just find out on my his older brother’s family lives. Fabiano also own. owns a place in Coral Gables (part of Miami, where he was born), but has never lived there. MP: I can sort of understand the Led Zeppelin thing, but you’d think for His father Lou specializes in real estate manage - talking about playing a historical chess player they might actually check in ment, and is always available to provide advice. with you. Fabiano ended the year in curious fashion FC: I was surprised yeah, I didn’t expect it to be Capablanca. My “chess with nine consecutive draws at the London inspiration” is Fischer, so I would expect it’s Fischer. , but he began 2016 with a strong performance including five wins at the Tata MP: I also read that on Twitter. Steel Masters—where he finished second, a FC: Fischer was definitely one of the greatest players and when I actually point behind Carlsen—his last tournament started seriously looking at his games I realized that his level of play was warm up before the Candidates in Moscow. phenomenal. He was so far ahead of his time. So he’s a good pick. I don’t Magnus himself pointed to Caruana and know whether he inspires me but if someone had to inspire me I guess as his picks to win in Moscow, Fischer isn’t a bad choice. I put my trust in people who know what they are and they were neck and neck late in the doing. tournament with Karjakin eking out a win in Connect with Caruana on Twitter and Instagram (fabianocaruana) and the head-to-head finale to pull clear. Fabiano Facebook (fabiano.caruana) let too many opportunities slip by, or as he put

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Caruana in his younger expat days. Left, in 2007 in Italy. Right, in 2008, still playing for Italy but living in Hungary at the time.

it, “I saved some truly awful positions, and I lost the blitz tiebreak. In , where he chances to qualify for the Candidates by rating, saved some truly awful positions for my won in 2014 and 2015, he lost in the first round or the World Cup. The Grand Prix is already opponents as well.” to Vachier-Lagrave who went on to dominate dogged by schedule changes, and a diminutive His rebound at the U.S. Championship was a the field. Fabiano was reasonably pleased with prize fund, and Fabiano never seriously consid - great relief. “I was immensely happy after it. It his +1 result in the Sinquefield Cup, though ered participating. was a nice way to forget about the Candi dates.” eight consecutive draws earned him a ribbing “I think I should at least have a guarantee to Fabiano bought a house in St. Louis, but on Twitter from fellow competitor GM Anish make some money when I play a tournament, curiously has no plans to live in it. “It’s currently Giri, who’s struggled to live down a string of and I’m also worried that they’ll organize it at being renovated but it’s just taking a long time. 14 draws in a row at the Candidates. the same time as events I’m already committed It’s just too big for me—a three bedroom—a Fabiano was not amused. “He just can’t do it to playing ... right after the U.S. Championship big house with a big yard, and I don’t need a yet. I have to actually draw 14 games before he dates were announced, the World Team Cham - big place, so I rented an apartment in the Central has the right to pass the mantel to me. Until pionship dates were announced like a day later, West End.” He intends to find a tenant for the that time comes he’s still the draw master. I which seems intentional.” The scheduling larger house once renovations are complete, can’t take that title from him yet.” conflict prevents the U.S. team from partici- and live in the smaller apartment conveniently The Olympiad was a tremendous pating and taking a stab at winning both major located just a few blocks from the Chess Club. achieve ment for the U.S. team, and Caruana’s international team events within a year. He now finally lives alone, but his parents individual bronze medal was an important part As Caruana looks to defend his title March remain nearby. “I moved to St. Louis on my of it. It was disappointing that the mainstream 28th to April 10th, the biggest threat may well own, but then my parents decided to follow media reporting of the event was mostly absent be the surging Wesley So, who stormed up the me. They asked me if it was OK for them to and downright bizarre that the New York Times rating chart in 2016 with wins in the Sinquefield move to St. Louis, and I said sure. I mean I coverage focused solidly on the federation Cup and the London Classic, and then added don’t have a problem with it.” switches of So and Caruana, downplaying the the Tata Steel Masters to start 2017, edging 2016 on the whole was a mixed bag. Caruana victory itself. into the number two position on the world tied for first at the Gashimov Memorial in Caruana elected not to compete in the FIDE rankings in the process. He is naturally now a Shamkir with , but Grand Prix this time around, and will take his main rival for the two rating qualification spots LEFT: CARUANA BY OMODI AT ITALIAN WIKIPEDIA; RIGHT: TED CROSS

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CARUANA’S FABULOUSNESS Here is a selection of gems (and one loss) from Fabiano’s games from the past year.

OUTSIDE opportunity struck: of the chess world”! PASSED PAWN 31. ... Bd8 36. c6 GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2813, USA) White must lose the Exchange. Shaking loose the b-pawn. GM Michael Adams 32. R7e6 Bd7 33. R6e3 Nd5 36. ... bxc6 (FIDE 2745, ENG) 34. Re4 Nc3, Black won on Chess.com Isle of Man move 51. 36 ... Rxd4 The rook is of International Masters (9), course taboo: 37. c7 and queens. Douglas, England, 10/9/2016 He would add a fourth win in 37. b7, White won on move a row in the next game, but AFTER 41. Rcb7 71. ultimately tie for first and lose the tiebreak to GM Shakhriyar Chandra had been under Mamedyarov. pressure through out, but finally CARUANA AT reached the point of no return CANDIDATES PRETTY TACTICS with his last move, 40. Rcb7. GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2794, USA) GM Yifan Hou 41. ... Raa2 42. Nh1 (FIDE 2649, CHN) GM Viswanathan Anand GM Fabiano Caruana Ironically this was the second (FIDE 2762, IND) FIDE AFTER 36. ... Nf7 (FIDE 2813, USA) time Raa2 forced the knight back Chess.com Isle of Man to h1 in the game, from whence 2016, Moscow, Russia, 3/23/2016 (10) Materially Black was fine, but International Masters (6), it would not escape again. Douglas, England, 10/6/2016 Caruana forced off the queens 42. ... Bxc4 43. Bxc4 Rxc4, allowing him to quickly generate Black won on move 53. an outside passed queenside pawn. And Caruana converted smoothly to secure his first U.S. 37. Re8+ Kh7 38. Re6 Qg5 Championship. 39. Qxg5 Nxg5 40. Re7, White won on move 45. COMING UP SHORT Fabiano won in five more GM Nigel Short moves and tied for first place. (FIDE 2675, ENG) AFTER 17. ... Ne7 AFTER 27. ... Ng5 GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2827, USA) A key moment in the OPPORTUNITY Tradewise Gibraltar Chess Candidates tourna ment. Caruana’s 28. Qg4 STRIKES Festival 2017 Masters, new opening idea in the English GM 28. Qxg2 Hou needed to Gibraltar, England, gave him an edge that set up the (FIDE 2655, AZE) 1/29/2017 (6) GM Fabiano Caruana eliminate this pawn after which shot: (FIDE 2804, USA) the position remains balanced, 18. Bxh6 gxh6 19.Qh5 Nef5 2016, e.g. 28. ... Nxh3+ 29. Kh2. Anand returned the material dedicated to the memory of 28. ... Rxe2 29. Rxe2 Qxe2 to exchange queens. (4), Shamkir, 30. Qxe2 Nxh3+ 31. Kh2 , 5/29/2016 g1=Q+ 32. Kxh3 Kh7, Black 20. exf5 Qg5 21. Qxg5+ hxg5 won on move 39. 22. f6, White won on move Fabiano soon converted the 33. extra pawns. The knight on e5 is dominating WHITE TO PLAY and Black has weak pawns and a WINNING U.S. weak king. Anand soon went CHAMPIONSHIP Caruana’s Gibraltar Masters astray. Caruana was tied for the IM Akshat Chandra (2565) performance was marred by a lead, but unfortunately lost the GM Fabiano Caruana (2870) couple of early draws to weaker final round to Karjakin. 2016 U.S. Championship (11), players and a sixth round loss to AFTER 31. R1e2 St. Louis, Missouri, 04/25/2016 GM Nigel Short which the latter Caruana was 2½/3 to start (see diagram top of next called “an historic game,” and Shamkir, and in this game coldly column) saw Australian GM David defended a sharp attack until Smerdon dub him “the Federer

30 April 2017 | Chess Life Cover Story / Fabiano Caruana to the 2018 Candidates tournament. Both instead went for 23. Rxd6, but it was such an players—just a year apart in age—show remark - overwhelming position for White that there able equanimity when they compete. always seemed to be a second (or even third) There is one other title which may seriously path to victory. impact life in his new St. Louis abode that 23. ... Be6 24. Rhd1 0-0 25. h5 Qg5+ 26. Caruana does not yet have: licensed driver. Be3 Qf6 27. Nxh6+ Kh8 28. Bf5 Qe7 “I should probably get on that. You need to drive in St. Louis. Also the Central West End is a small place so it can get boring. And I haven’t been behind a wheel in six or seven months so I’ll probably be rusty.” Let’s close with a look at a recent game between two of our three current American- “The dizzying sequence after 15. ... b4!? was chess titans that was anything but boring: blitzed out so fast you had to do a double take to realize White had just given up his queen SICILIAN DEFENSE, for two minor pieces.” Hikaru was obviously NAJDORF VARIATION (B96) expecting 21. Nc6 now, when Black is forced GM Fabiano Caruana (FIDE 2823, USA) to give back the queen, and after 21. ... Bxg4 GM Hikaru Nakamura (FIDE 2779, USA) 22. Nxd8 Bxd8 23. Rd2 the mutual sacrifices 2016 (6), London, have led to an endgame with equal material 29. b5 England, 12.15.2016 where both sides have their trumps. 29. Nxf7+ was already winning (but Fabiano 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 saw some ghosts—and another attractive idea 5. Nc3 a6 6. Bg5 e6 7. f4 h6 8. Bh4 Qb6 9. —and instead played 29. b5). As follows 29. ... a3 Be7 10. Bf2 Qc7 11. Qf3 Nbd7 12. Rxf7 30. Rxe6 Qxb4 31. Rh6+ Kg8 32. Rg1+ 0-0-0 b5 13. g4 g5 14. h4 gxf4 15. Be2 Rg7 (No better is 32. ... Kf8 33. Rh8+ Ke7 34. Rxb8 Qxb8 35. Bc5+ Kd8 36. Rg8+ Kc7 37. Rxb8 Kxb8 38. Bd6+ Kb7 39. h6) 33. Be6+ Kf8 34. Bc5+ Qxc5 35. Rh8+ Ke7 36. Rxg7+ Kd6 37. Rxb8. 29. ... Qe8 The line 29. ... axb5 30. Nxf7+ Rxf7 31. Rxe6 was Fabiano’s idea; The move 29. ... Rbe8 would Instead, though, what followed was ... at least have posed resistance 30. b6 Qh4 31. Rg1 Qxh5 32. b7. 21. Nf5!! 30. Nxf7+ Rxf7 31. Rxe6 Qxb5 32. Rh6+ ... when Nakamura spent 35 minutes 15. ... b4!? confirming he was in deep trouble. Caruana explained: “I’d analyzed this and the computer For 15 moves the players followed one of doesn’t show. The problem is that the computer the most extraordinary games of 2016—GM doesn’t understand that after ... Bxf5 Black is Anish Giri-GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave from pretty much just lost. It’s one of the saddest the tournament. Here Maxime positions I’ve ever seen for Black.” Caruana was on his own and thought for 32 minutes revealed that after his second GM Rustam before coming up with 15. ... Rg8!?, a move Kasimdzhanov played the move on the board that in practical terms proved inspired, since against him in a training session it took almost it got Anish out of his preparation. His first no analysis to realize how strong it was. So independent move of the game, 16. Rdg1, how had Nakamura missed it? Fabiano: “It is proved to be essentially the losing blunder after possible to overlook if you’re not going deeply 16. ... d5!. In London, meanwhile, we got to into the position and you’re more or less making Nakamura resigned, since a forced sequence see how the world’s best computer hardware the computer’s first line. I think if he played (similar to the note after White’s 29th move) would treat the position. this over the board as White he’d play 21. Nf5 wins back the queen with an easily won ending. 15. ... Rg8 16. Rdg1 d5 17. exd5 Ne5 18. Qh3 very quickly. I think this is just over-reliance exd5 19. Re1 Kf8 20. Nf5 Bxf5 21. gxf5 Bc5 22. on the computer.” The position was a minefield, Qf1 d4 23. Nb1 Ne4 24. Bf3 Nxf2 25. Bxa8 and one which neither player could navigate For more on Caruana on the pages of Ned3+ 26. Kd2 Nxe1 27. Qxf2 d3 28. Qxe1 easily. For instance, after ... Chess Life, see our U.S. Championship Be3+ Giri, Anish (2790) 0-1 Vachier-Lagrave, coverage in July 2016, our Candidates 21. ... Rb8 22. Nxf6+ Qxf6 23. Rxd6 Maxime (2788), Altibox Norway Chess 2016. coverage in June 2016, our Olympiad 16. axb4 Ne5 17. Qxf4 Nexg4 18. Bxg4 e5 The move 23. Nxd6+! was the computer was coverage in January 2017, and 19. Qxf6 Bxf6 20. Nd5 Qd8 crying out for, when 23. ... Kf8 is met by the especially our November 2014 issue killer quiet move 24. Bf5!! illustrating just how that featured Caruana's phenomenal (see diagram top of next column) helpless Black is. Fabiano had missed that and Sinquefield Cup win.

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By GM JOSH FRIEDEL

inning a won game is one of the lute ly ruthless in reeling in full points from everything this year, including the 2016 most difficult tasks a chess player those won positions. Trophies Plus Grand Prix), strong Georgian Wis forced to do. You have to pa - There was no exception to this at the 2016 GM Tamaz Gelashvili, and myself. While all tient ly wait for your moment to strike, calculate North American Open, held December 26-30. of us took different routes to reach the same your lines with pinpoint accuracy, and not let The annual Las Vegas event always boasts a destination, we had one thing in common: All up until your opponent offers their hand in cutthroat field, and 2016 was no exception. In of us had to win some games. I’ve taken one resignation. Even the very best players struggle addition to numerous grandmasters (GMs) from position from each of our best games, and I at it, and often it only takes one slip to let the the U.S. and abroad, there are countless frenetic invite you to find the finishing blows. Be warned win escape your grasp. In a strong open tourna- juniors who are anxious to collect scalps from that the positions are all quite different. It may ment it is imperative to make the most of your those GMs. If you add to it the usual collection require brute force, subtlety, or a combination opportunities. Some games you might be under of international masters and experi enced of the two. All the positions can benefit from a pressure and trying to hold the line. Others masters, it is certainly one difficult field to deep think, so I’d recommend setting up the may never escape the lifeless banalities of dry conquer. This year, three players managed to chessboard, grabbing a hot beverage, and really equality. This means that if you want to take top the field with a score of 7/9. Those players digging in with your own plan before reading PHOTO CREDIT: TIM HANKS home first-place laurels, you have to be abso - were Texas IM Ruifeng Li (who has won my annotations. Good Luck!

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HOW TO BREAK THROUGH? HOW TO BRING IN MORE PIECES? HOW TO FINISH HIM OFF? GM Anh Dung Nguyen (2552) FM Roland Feng (2435) GM Tamaz Gelashvili (2676) GM Joshua Friedel (2607) IM Ruifeng Li (2661) IM Dionisio Aldama (2499) 26th Annual North American Open (8), Las 26th Annual North American Open (5), Las 26th Annual North American Open (7), Las Vegas, Nevada, 12.29.2016 Vegas, Nevada, 12.28.2016 Vegas, Nevada, 12.29.2016

AFTER 30. g3 AFTER 15. h3 AFTER 34. ... c5

White’s king is extremely vulnerable, but how We are barely out of the opening and already White’s position is obviously dominating, to break through? On the queenside, of course! Ruifeng smells blood. but how does GM Tamaz Gelashvili finish off his opponent? 30. ... Rxa5! 15. ... Bh2+ 16. Kf1 Nxf2! 17. Kxf2 35. Nf1! Distracting the rook that guards e3. If White The attack looks promising, but how to bring refuses to capture it is hopeless, so he takes up more pieces into it? Sometimes brute force is not what’s called the gauntlet. for. He simply redeploys his ineffective knight 17. ... b4! to a better place and prepares to get his rook 31. Rxa5 Qxe3+ 32. Kf1 Bg2+! By using the whole board, of course! Moves into play. An extremely important move, and one you like this can be the trickiest to find. Black brings 35. ... Qf8 36. Rh2 need to have spotted before taking on a5. After the bishop into the game with gain of time. Black is completely helpless. 32. ... Be4? 33. Rb3! and the tables are turned. 18. Na4 36. ... Bxb2 37. Qxb2 Qg7 38. Qxg7+! 33. Ke1 Be4 34. Qc1 Roland should have tried 18. Nf5, but after White can win in many ways, but I like the Now 34. Rb3? can be met by 34. ... Qg1+. 18. ... g6! 19. Nh6+ Kh8 White still has a whole attitude of this move. He knows that the ending lot of problems. 34. ... Qg1+ 35. Kd2 Qd4+ 36. Ke1 Bxb1 will not make Black’s life easier in any way. 18. ... c5 19. Bf3 Even stronger is 36. ... Re8 according to the 38. ... Rxg7 39. Rh6 silicon beast, but it is not necessary. Not the best defense, but the position was One of many strong options. 37. Qxb1 Qg1+ already unenviable. Even White’s best line 19. Nxc5 Qxc5! (19. ... Rac8! is also simple and 39. ... Re7 40. Re2 The continuation 37. ... Qc3+ 38. Kf1 Qxa5 strong.) 20. Qxc5 Nxe4+ leads to a pawn up Another move I like, bringing the other rook 39. Bxg4 is less clear than the game, though ending for Black. to the h-file. I'm sure Black is still won with best play. 19. ... Qg3+ 20. Kf1 cxd4 40. ... Ra7 41. Reh2 Be8 42. Rxh7! 38. Bf1 Re8+ 39. Kd2 Qxh2+ The rest was pretty easy. The last touch. Simplest. Black gives up the initiative for 21. Rxd4 Ba6+ 22. Be2 Rac8 23. Bc4 Qc7 42. ... Rxh7 43. Nf6+ Kg7 44. Nxe8+ Kf8 the moment in order to secure a kingside pawn 24. b3 Be5 25. Bb2 Bxd4 26. Bxd4 Bxc4+ 45. Rxh7 Rxh7+ 46. Bxh7 Kxe8 47. Nd2, avalanche. 39. ... Qf2+ also wins, but you have 27. bxc4 Qxc4+, White resigned. Black resigned. to be precise. 40. Kc3 Qd4+ (40. ... Kg6 also does the job, with the idea of taking on h2 next.) 41. Kc2 Re3 42. Qa1! (The only try.) 42. At A Glance North American Open ... Qe4+ 43. Kd2 Rf3 (43. ... Qf3 wins as well.) 44. Qe1 (44. Be2 Qe3+ 45. Kd1 Rxg3! is a nice Date: December 26-30, 2016 | Location: Bally’s Casino Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada | 7 sections shot.) 44. ... Qd4+ 45. Kc2 Qf2+ and the ending | 794 players | Top Finishers: 1st-3rd, 7: Joshua E. Friedel, Ruifeng Li, Tamaz will be an easy win.   Gelashvili;   1st, 6½: Spencer George Lehmann; 2nd, 6: Alex Bian; 40. Kc3  1st-5th, 6: David Paulina, Joshua Quint, Arthur Ismakov, Damdinbazar Also hopeless is 40. Kd1 Re4. Baterdene, Adam Gaisinsky;  1st-2nd, 6½: Leo Qu, Eeswar Sree Kartikeya Red Kurli; 1st-2nd, 6½: Adam Schuld, Prarthan Ghosh; 40. ... Qxg3+  3rd, 6: Reinaldo Estrada;   1st-8th, 5½: Jalal Feghhi, Kim Wayne The rest is trivial. Topley, Si Li, Enoch Martinez, Erkhes Erdenebileg, Robert Hsu, Jason Edwards, Della Nicole Carter; 1st, 6½: Carrick Younkin; 2nd, 6: Scott Patrick Beach. 41. Bd3 Kg6 42. Ra1 Qxf4 43. Qb5 Re3   | Chief Tournament Director: William Goichberg. 44. Rd1 h2 45. Qb8 Rxd3+, White www.northamericanopen.com/ resigned.     

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US CHESS ANNUAL MEETINGS, MEMBERSHIP U.S. GAME/10 DEWAIN BARBER K-8 CHAMPIONSHIP NUMBERS, AND FUND BALANCES 4263 Illia I. Nyzhnyk 4263 Advait Patel 2016 2016 U.S. Open Membership Fund C7BFEG&(G$D@BA>CFE BFE:AEG*F0A >AE Year Business Meeting (1) Balance (2) LAS VEGAS, NEVADA • JUNE 2016 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA • JULY-AUGUST 2016

2015 Phoenix, Arizona 84,274 520,078.00 U.S. GAME/15 SUSAN POLGAR NATIONAL 2016 Indianapolis, Indiana 86,984 1,222,011.00 4263 INVITATIONAL FOR GIRLS 2016 (1) Membership totals are given as of May 31. Totals exclude C:DG*C,DED 4263 Thalia Cervantes Junior Tournament Players and tournament members. INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA • JULY-AUGUST 2016 2016 (2) Figures enclosed in parentheses are deficits. &F;BFG F8F>GAEF Hikaru Nakamura Michael Yen; Logan Wu; Bill A. 4263 4263 F>@= 1A;@?= .D>@= ADB>@DB'CF9G+CE7G&;9G&CBFEG ?A;9G/:CG+;B7D>0;9 2016 Richards F CFEAG#FB;FEFG 2016 C8FE7G C;9GC>?E;GFEFF<@= )D>?FG!FA9G*AEG!(G:FB:>9G.CE>@AEG-C NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE • MAY 2016 MAY 2016 NATIONAL ELEMENTARY TEAM U.S. OPEN -AB@?= !C0%8G.FE7 SEPTEMBER 2016 K-6: Mission San Jose Elementary (CA), I.S. 318 (NY); K- 4263 Alexander Shabalov 4263 2016 5: The Speyer Legacy School (NY), P.S. 41 (NY); K-3: NEST+m /%C 1A;@?= A,G$A<7FB'1?;@,FE9G&A7FEG.;9G*A>?G/(G1,C@?5 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA • JULY-AUGUST 2016 JULY 2016 School (NY); K-1: The Speyer Legacy School (NY), Franklin .D>@= /E:8G&CE Academy (FL) U.S. WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP MAY 2016 2016 )' = +C>>CAEG1FEG*A>DG@=G/0F:D,8GABG F?G-F@?5G GGE:DB= $BFEFG1FCBF,5 DEB8G C9G.FBBDEG.FE79G.D>@CEGDE75 E:CC:;F<GG DF, *F0A G;BCED9G A::G+(GBDC@F79GCE0DE@G"A9G"FECD< 6GGE:DB= 1?F;EF%G+FB;F:F5G6 GGE:DB=G#?BC>G CAE75 4263 Larry Larkins* Air Force 2016 BAED8E5G1A;@?= #?F%C>'+F@DG*A?EG$(G-FB:FE:BDF9 6 GGE:DB=GBD@@G+(G.AE79GB80DG+(G.AE75G42GGE:DB= &FBB8G&FB%CE>G/B,8 &FBDE0DG1@AB0?9G!A DB@G$DB>FE@D9G$D@DBG"8>AE5G.D>@= 1@DDEG(GFE7 ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND • OCTOBER 2016 LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA • JANUARY 2016 !FCE AG EC0ABE>G #F,DBAEG .?DD ;B7 Joey Michael Kelly, Brandon Nydick, Vishal Kobla, Truman NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA • JUNE 2016 ARNOLD DENKER TOURNAMENT OF Hoang, Zachary Chen Tanenbaum 2016 U.S. CLASS HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPIONS )'= +F77CDGDE75G)' = "FECFFBCF9G.D>@DDB5G#= NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL /%>?FBG/C8DB5G"=G FFEF7FG+FB0G1DEA9G*;>@CEG!DD:5G=G1F,;D?G!C>?FEG!F89G)F@?DBCEDG!DEDDG$F>%9G1FE8FGF:?D9 Joanna Liu C7ED>?G $FE0?FEF@?F,9G )D>FG C>FEF:?F9 2016 !A DB@G#?DE5G=G.CE>@AEGD?5G=G/ ?CBF,GACEF /E:BDG FE79G*;>@;>G"(G.C<9G)8?CECGCF85G*=GBC>G ;FE LAS VEGAS, NEVADA • JUNE 2016 C7G*(G ?A;ED *DEECDBG!(G; ?DGFB%DBG10?AA

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U.S. JUNIOR OPEN 2016 • Ronald Burnett • Omar Cartagena • Akshat Chandra • Nicolas @6<@:CA?/@:6?<5!7C@6<@:CA?/@:6?<5 D. Checa • Teddy Coleman • Kim S. Commons • Richard -*2& Under 21: Awonder Liang; Under 15: Anupama Shashikala KENNER, LOUISIANA • DECEMBER 2016 Rajendra; Under 11: Daniel Andrew Perelman; Under 8: Sanjay Costigan • Kong Liang Deng • John W. Donaldson • Daniel Rajjan Edelman • Tegshsuren Enkhbat • Marc Esserman • Larry D. 2016 AMERICAN WORLD CHAMPIONS Evans • Joseph Fang • Florin Felecan • Daniel Fernandez • Ilye A1@:C -28 96C3?A0>4CA1@:C8 39A?;C '?<>B Foygel • Dumitru Ghizdavu • Mark Ginsburg • Rusudan :5BAC39:5B7CB?C39A0C=:B.>7C9;B#C 0B:B;;B -**C$B::5CB9'BA KENNER, LOUISIANA • JUNE 2016 BAD ZWISCHENAHN, GERMANY • OCTOBER 2008 Goletiani • Daniel Gurevich • Luke Harmon-Vellotti • Matthew J. Herman • Dean Ippolito • Albert Z. Kapengut • Julio P. U.S. CADET Kaplan • Alexander R. Katz • Raymond Kaufman • Igor N. -*2& Cameron Wheeler CORRESPONDENCE CHESS Khmelnitsky • Keaton F. Kiewra • Erik Andrew Kislik • Jake 2016 =>AC ?.>B@;C!9:#@7C:B/@@AC!B;B#:?6>ABA7C"B/?1 U.S. CORRESPONDENCE CHAMPIONS Kleiman • Cyrus Lakdawala • Yury Lapshun • Michael Lee • !:=16#5 2007-2009 Thomas Biedermann, Lawrence Coplin Ruifeng Li • Awonder Liang • Yian Liou • Dimitri London • ROCKVILLE, MARYLAND • JULY 2016 2010 Edward Duliba Daniel Ludwig • Blas Lugo • Josh Manion • Salvatore J. Matera 2011 John Ballow • Vincent McCambridge • Eugene B. Meyer • Marlo Micayabas NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC K-12 • Lev Milman • Rade Milovanovic • Nikolay N. Minev • Walter K: Aren C. Emrikian, Oliver Boydell, Caleb Staples Marshall, 2013 Wolf Morrow, Carl Siefring -*2& 2015 Grayling Hill D. Morris • Stephen A. Muhammad • Michael A. Mulyar • James Frasca; 1st: Varun Gadi, Erick Zhao; 2nd: Jonathan Chen; Sean Nagle • Yaacov Norowitz • Steven M. Odendahl • Georgi 3rd: Nico Werner Chasin; 4th: Maximillian Lu; 5th: Sumit GOLDEN KNIGHTS CHAMPIONS Orlov • Aleksandr A. Ostrovskiy • Nazi Paikidze • Vignesh Dhar; 6th: Wesley Wang; 7th: Vincent Jingwei Baker; 8th: 2007 Daniel Woodard Panchanatham • William M. Paschall • Jack Peters • Vladimir Daniel Asaria; 9th: Truman Hoang, Runya Xu, Albert Lu; 10th: Prosviriakov • David Pruess • Stuart Rachels • Vasik G. Rajlich John Gabriel Ludwig; 11th: Xiexin Wang; 12th: Justus D. 2008 James Rhodes 2009 Wilbur Tseng • Vivek Rao • Kenneth Regan • Larry Remlinger • Daniel Williams, Aaron Grabinsky Rensch • Guillermo Rey • Bruce Rind • James Rizzitano • 2016 2010 Michael Buss 8 AB5C@;;=:@7C">:9/BC"?A@6>CBBA?@;C%BA04 USCF ABSOLUTE CHAMPIONS • Dmitry Schneider • Jonathan Schroer • Gregory Shahade • :18 "?'?8 B.#C$@/?A@4 2007 Edward Duliba Arthur Shen • Victor C. Shen • Joshua Sheng • James T. Sher - &<>8 B?'?;;?BAC$97C,B<>BA?@;C$BA1@C3>9'BA7C96 2008 Ciaran O’Hare win • Atulya Shetty • Walter Shipman • Igor Shliperman • +96<=A7C+@:6>C3?A0>7C A<=A5C=6=1?A=/7C?A.@AC3>@6>BB4C <>8 2010 Harry Ingersol Stein • David J. Strauss • Andrew Tang • Eric Tangborn • 39'?B:4C <>8 /@;5AC>97C@6;@5CBA04C<>8 ?.# 2011 John Menke Emory Tate • Timothy Taylor • Rostislav Tsodikov • David 39A4C <>8 :B/@@AC!B;B#:?6>ABA4C2*<>8 ;@:8 2012 John Menke Vigorito • Kesav Viswanadha • Mladen Vucic • Joshua Waitzkin =''5C+@4C2-<>8 >?6>@#C@115C?;? 2013 Wilbur Tseng • Philip Xiao Wang • John L. Watson • Norman Weinstein • NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE • DECEMBER 2016 2014 Tony Kain Elliott C. Winslow • Jonathan Yedidia • Vitaly F. Zaltsman • NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC K-12 TEAM ELECTRONIC KNIGHTS CHAMPION K: Oak Hall (FL); 1st: P.S. 77—Lower Lab School (NY); -*2& 2007 James Sawaski 2nd: Oak Hall (FL); 3rd: P.S. 41 (NY); 4th: Dalton (NY); 5th: TOP 50 FIDE-RATED AMERICANS 2008 Wilbur Tseng Active players from the January 2017 FIDE Rating List. P.S. 33—Chelsea Prep (NY); 6th: Jericho Middle School (NY); 2009 Wilbur Tseng 7th: I.S. 318 (NY); 8th: I.S. 318 (NY); 9th: Whitney Young High <0 2010 Stephen McGregor 1. Fabiano Caruana GM 2827 School (IL); 10th: Stuyvesant HS (NY); 11th: Redmond High 2011 Tim Corkum 2. Wesley So GM 2808 School (WA); 12th: Stuyvesant HS (NY) 3. Hikaru Nakamura GM 2785 2016 2012 Anthony Kain 8 B#C+B;;C)$(4C26<8 =;;@0?B<@C3.>==;C),%(4C-A18 2013 Samir Alazawi 4. Ray Robson GM 2675 "B;<=AC),%(4C:18 "B;<=AC),%(4C <>8 >@C3@5@:[email protected] 5. Samuel L. Shankland GM 2674 3.>==;C),%(4C&<>8 "B;<=AC),%(4C <>8 "B;<=AC),%(7C+=96<=A 6. Jeffery Xiong GM 2667 6. Alexander Onischuk GM 2667 ?11;@C3.>==;C),(4C <>8 @:?.>=C ?11;@C3.>==;C),%(4C<>8 INTERNATIONAL TITLISTS 8. Gata Kamsky GM 2666 FIDE awards titles for outstanding achievement in three areas 3C2C),%(4C <>8 3<95/@6BA8 >?C3.>==;C)$(4C22<>8C ?;;9:AC+?0>C3.>==;C),(4C2-<>8 of chess competition: Over-the-board play, correspondence 10. Varuzhan Akobian GM 2633 3<95/@6BAAC"BA?@;C!:5BA< Fidel Corrales Jimenez • Nick E. de Firmian • Maxim Dlugy • 18. Sergey Erenburg GM 2570 COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA • NOVEMBER 2016 Roman Dzind zichashvili • Jaan Ehlvest • Sergey Erenburg • 19. Conrad Holt GM 2567 20. Ruifeng Li IM 2564 LINA GRUMETTE MEMORIAL CLASSIC John P. Fedorowicz • Benjamin Finegold • Alexander Fishbein • Joshua E. Friedel • Timur Gareyev • Alexander Goldin • 21. Alexander Shabalov GM 2563 -*2& Joshua Sheng, Ilia Serpik Renier Gonzalez • Boris F. Gulko • Dmitry Gurevich • Ilya 22. Alejandro Ramirez GM 2555 2016 >?;?C?B=CBA0 Gurevich • Ron W. Henley • Holden Hernandez Carmenate • 22. Alexander Goldin GM 2555 ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA • MAY 2016 24. Julio Becerra Rivero GM 2550 Robert L. Hess • Conrad Holt • Robert Andrew Hungaski • 25. Joel Benjamin GM 2544 WORLD OPEN Alexander Ivanov • Zviad Izoria • Gregory S. Kaidanov • Gata 26. Jaan Ehlvest GM 2536 Kamsky • Larry C. Kaufman • Lubomir Kavalek • Melikset 26. Alexander Stripunsky GM 2536 -*2& Ilya Smirin, Aleksandr Lenderman, Illia I. Nyzhnyk, Rauf Mamedov, Alexander Ipatov, Romain Edouard, Ehsan Khachiyan • Jesse Kraai • Boris Kreiman • Irina Krush • Sergey 28. Melikset Khachiyan GM 2530 Ghaemmaghami, Axel Bachmann Kudrin • Anatoly Lein • Aleksandr Lenderman • William J. 29. Fidel Corrales Jimenez GM 2550 2016 Lombardy • Mackenzie Molner • Elshan Moradiabadi • Hikaru 30. Akshat Chandra IM 2514 ;;?BCC,5 >A5#7C ;@C3>?'BA=/7CB6?C"9:B:B5;?7 Nakamura • Daniel Naroditsky • Igor A. Novikov • Alexander 31. Kayden W. Troff GM 2511 ?.<=:C!=;=0BA7CB'B C@;B6>/?;?7C?;C=?;6#?7CB=: Onischuk • Semon Palatnik • Eugene Perelshteyn • Susan Polgar 31. Jesse Kraai GM 2511 B 33. Joshua Friedel GM 2510 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA • JUNE-JULY 2016 • Alejandro Ramirez • Ray Robson • Kenneth S. Rogoff • Michael A. Rohde • Gennadij Sagalchik • Gabriel Schwartzman 34. Eugene Perelshteyn GM 2508 NORTH AMERICAN OPEN • Yasser Seirawan • Grigory Serper • Samuel Sevian • Enrico 35. Holden H. Carmenate GM 2501 36. Nick E. de Firmian GM 2496 , Gata Kamsky, Eylon Nakar Sevillano • Alexander Shabalov • Tal Shaked • Samuel L. -*2& 36. Awonder Liang IM 2496 2016 Shankland • Miron N. Sher • Alex Sherzer • Yury Shulman • B'B C@;B6>/?;?7C9?@A0C$?7C=6>9BCC:?@1@;C 38. Sergey Kudrin GM 2494 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA • DECEMBER 2016 Bryan G. Smith • Wesley So • Andrew E. Soltis • Alexander 38. John M. Burke IM 2494 Stripunsky • James E. Tarjan • Kayden W. Troff • Michael 39. Steven C. Zierk IM 2493 PAN AM CHAMPIONSHIPS Wilder • Patrick G. Wolff • Jeffery Xiong • Darwin Yang • 39. Darwin Yang GM 2493 Alex Yermolinsky • Gennadi Zaichik • Yaroslav Zherebukh • 42. Robert Andrew Hungaski GM 2488 PAN-AM INTERCOLLEGIATE INDIVIDUAL Raset Ziatdinov 40. Benjamin Finegold GM 2483 44. Alex Yermolinsky GM 2482 -*2& Ray Robson, Manuel Leon Hoyos 2016 INTERNATIONAL MASTERS 44. Alexander Ivanov GM 2482 BA9@;C$@=AC+=5=67C@'?;C ;?C B:BA1?7CBA095 Viktor Adler • Levon Altounian • Armen Ambartsoumian • 46. Alexander Fishbein GM 2481 ?A0=?: KENNER, LOUISIANA • DECEMBER 2016 Nilton Arias • Thomas Bartell • John Bartholomew • Leonid 47. John Daniel Bryant IM 2470 Bass • Alexander Battey • Mikhail Baturyn • Salvijus Bercys • 47. Marc Esserman IM 2468 PAN-AM INTERCOLLEGIATE TEAM Calvin Blocker • Andrei Blokhin • Michael H. Bodek • Jay R. 49. Andrew Tang IM 2466 Bonin • Safal Bora • Joseph M. Bradford • Michael A. Brooks • 50. Praveen Balakrishnan FM 2465 Texas Tech-A, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley-A, -*2& Michael William Brown • John Daniel Bryant • John M. Burke Webster University-B, Columbia University-A

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Sher 01/- Website Advisory Committee 2016 CORRESPONDENCE INTER NATIONAL 8#;72< 8##9((;; FIDE TRAINER (FT) WOMEN MASTERS CHESS CITY OF THE YEAR GM Maurice Ashley • FM Kevin L. Bachler • GM Fidel Corrales Gina Lo Sasso • Christine Rosenfield Jimenez • FM Eduard Duchovny • Miguel Iniquez • WIM 01/- Sunrise, Florida 2016 Beatriz M. Marinello • Lou Mercuri • GM Elshan Moradiabadi CORRESPONDENCE SENIOR 8.92955;,<;7(.!" • IM Vladimir Prosviriakov INTERNATIONAL MASTERS KOLTANOWSKI AWARD Wieland Belka • Thomas Biedermann • Jason Bokar • Wesley FIDE INSTRUCTOR (FI) Gold: Frank Berry (OK); Silver: Amy Lee (BC) Brandhorst • Richard S. Callaghan • Edward Duliba • Jon 01/- WFM Chouchanik Airapetian • WGM Camilla Baginskaite • 2016 Edwards • Kevin W. Embrey • Daniel M. Fleetwood • Kenneth %85* &6 <;:77;<:7*<; <97.;;5*<3)4<%85* John P. Buky • Michael Ciamarra • FM Zivorad Djuric • Raymond Holroyd • Keith Holzmueller • Stephen L. Jones • John Knudsen 6:7< <:#86*<+++<3 4 Duque • IM Ilye Figler • Gregory M. Keener, Jr. • Alexander B. • Gary L. Kubach • Dave Myers • Jerry Meyers • Kristo Miettinen King • David MacEnulty • WGM Katerina Nemcova • Frank U.S. CHESS HALL OF FAME Inductees • Michael Millstone • Wolff Morrow • Tim Murray • Ciaran Niro • Adia Onyango • Tony Pabon • Cornelius Rubsamen • Alexander Shabalov O’Hare (Irish native, U.S. resident) • Jon Ostriker • Anotole 01/- Paulo Santanna • Anatoly Tonkonogy • Batsaikhan Tserendorj 2016 Parnas • Dan Perry • N. Eric Pedersen • Michael Proof • Ken ):.69!;< 2'5;",<%:(:<:#2" • F. Leon Wilson Reinhart • Christopher Sergel • Carl Siefring • Jerry Weisskohl SCHOLASTIC SERVICE AWARDS • Max Zavanelli DEVELOPMENTAL INSTRUCTOR (DI) 01/- Individual: Roger Gotschall (IA); Organization: U.S. Chess Stacey Banks • Susan Berger • Derick Bryant • GM Nick E. de CORRESPONDENCE CHESS MASTER Trust Firmian • IM John W. Donaldson • Paul Grossman • Jon Haskel 2016 Angel Hernandez • Harry Ingersol +7*99*.:5 ;97<9(;<3)+4< • David Heiser • Eric A. Heiser • S.E. Henderson, Jr. • Harry A. ORGANIZER OF THE YEAR Heublum • Alice Holt • GM Melikset Khachiyan • Rachel Levin CORRESPONDENCE CHESS EXPERT 01/- Al and Janelle Losoff (NV) John Dain Adams • Angel Hernandez • Harry Ingersol 2016 TOP 25 CORRESPONDENCE PLAYERS 5; <;5";:<3$4 (from International Correspondence Chess Federation). CORRESPONDENCE INTERNATIONAL FRANK J. MARSHALL AWARD ( ARBITERS 1. GM Alik Samulovich Zilberberg 2602 01/- Don Schultz (FL) David Adamson • Bryce Avery • Thomas Biedermann • Ted 2016 2. GM Stephen E. Ham 2583 %)< 5; <792!'.<34,<%)<+697:<6.2'<34 3. GM Daniel M. Fleetwood 2572 Bullockus • J. Franklin Campbell • Maurice Carter • Tom 4. GM Jon Ostriker 2564 Dougherty • Grayling Hill • Alan A. Jones • Ben Koppin • Keith GRANDMASTER OF THE YEAR 5. SIM Tim Murray 2555 Rodriguez • James Skeels • Wesley K. Underwood • Allen 01/- GM Sam Shankland (N-CA) 6. GM Dr. Jason Bokar 2545 Wright • Max Zavanelli. 2016 7. SIM Wolff Morrow 2536 For more information on ICCF, write to ICCF-US, 360 K %)<:9:78< :6.:7:<3)4 8. SIM Keith Holzmueller 2531 Street, Brawkey, CA 92227, or e-mail [email protected]. HONORARY CHESS MATE 9. SIM Jon Edwards 2519 01/- Myron and Rachel Lieberman (AZ) 10. SIM Dr. Carl L. Siefring 2516 COMPOSITION 2016 11. SIM Kenneth Holroyd 2514 Titles for composers of chess problems and endgame studies are &:9*<%69#:.*<3 4 12. SIM Wieland Belka 2496 overseen by FIDE’s Per ma nent Commission for Chess Compo - THE GALLERY OF DISTINGUISHED 13. SIM Dan Perry 2491 sition. The commission periodically issues albums of com posers’ 14. SIM Bobby Johnson 2481 CHESS JOURNALISTS best pieces. A composer receives points for each problem and 15. SIM Kenneth M. Reinhart 2475 011 Shelby Lyman endgame chosen for an album. Twenty-five points are needed 16. SIM Ciaran O’Hare 2467 01/1 John Hillery 17. GM Dr. Edward P. Duliba 2461 for an international master title, 70 for a grandmaster title. 18. IM Wilbur Tseng 2459 CHESS JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR GRANDMASTER FOR CHESS 19. IM Wesley C. Green 2455 01/- Mike Klein COMPOSITION 2016 20. IM Tony Kain 2449 5<:6;7!; 21. IM William E. Fuller 2435 None 22. SIM Michael C. Proof 2434 CHESS CLUB OF THE YEAR 23. SIM Thomas Biedermann 2433 INTERNATIONAL MASTER FOR CHESS 01/- NorCal House of Chess (N-CA) 24. SIM John C. Knudsen 2430 COMPOSITION 2016 25. SIM Kristo S. Miettinen 2429 :!6:#;7(8< ';22< 5.<3 4

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“B” for Best: GM Leon Manuel Hoyos of Webster-B hoists aloft the imposing first-place team trophy. He also won a best board prize. (l.-r.): GMs Hoyos, Vasif Durarbayli, Ashwin Jayaram, Priyadharshan Kannappan, and Susan Polgar.

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Webster University Beside Itself to Win Largest PanAms in 35 Years

Saint Louis U, Texas Tech, and UT-Dallas join Webster in Final Four Text and photos by AL LAWRENCE

T LOOKED EVERY BIT WHAT IT WAS—A POSH COLLEGE MIXER WITH HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS LINING UP FOR FREE FOOD and the chance to get to know each other. The traditional kickoff reception offered tasty Cajun delicacies and even a four-piece band strumming Iand trumpeting Dixieland jazz. A glistening centerpiece ice sculpture in three-leaf fleur-de-lis recognized organizers Cajun Chess, host university Tulane, and, on its center frond, the event—the 63rd Pan-American Intercollegiate Team Chess Championship, more succinctly known as the PanAms, hosted for the first time in its long, uninterrupted history in New Orleans. After a few hours of mingling, as the ice-art melted in the 75-degree weather—welcome to many in the crowd who came in from northern winter storms—the mixer crisply divided itself into 60 four-player teams, some with up to two alternates, from 33 separate colleges. Six rounds and three days later, Webster University-A and -B teams, coached by former Women’s World Champion GM Susan Polgar, took first and second places with 5½-½, a half-point ahead of the field. But it was “B” before “A,” as the second squad came first on tiebreaks. To add to the panorama of blue, gold and white tri-color team shirts at the awards ceremony, Webster-C took the last of the big trophy cups for fifth place. If Webster was so dominant, who then nicked both its top teams for half a point? Think Superman against Spiderman. Webster-A and Webster- B didn’t lose that half point to another college. It took a fifth-round showdown between the two same-school lineups to do that. And Webster-A versus Webster-B was genuine warfare. (Pan-Am rules forbid “package deal” draws or other pre-arranged results.) It took an inspired win by GM Ray Robson in the last game going in the matchup to even the score for the A-squad. What’s more, pairings were not easy at the top. In the five rounds they weren’t playing each other, Webster’s two top squads met and defeated six of the other eight top-ten teams. Under Polgar’s direction, every year since its program began in 2012, Webster has won or tied for first at the PanAms. In any team sport, that would be called “preeminence.” This year, you might even term it “total domination.” “We trained as a team, traveled as a team, dined as a team, fought as a team, and won as a team!” Polgar said. Assistant Coach FM Paul Truong echoed his wife, citing, “Incredible support by our President Dr. Beth Stroble and our Provost Dr. Julian Schuster, as well as the board of trustees. Our students work very hard as a group to maintain a GPA of 3.5+, work out physically, train hard in chess, stay out of trouble, and give back to the community. We could not be more proud.”

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NEW ORLEANS— squad can be filled with any students they choose. RADE’S LITTLE BLACK BOOK BIG BUT NOT EASY It’s understandable that the powerhouse So just how stiff was the competition? The programs want desperately to validate their largest crowd of college players in more than universities’ substantial investments in the sport 30 years assembled at the Hilton New Orleans of chess by bringing home the hardware. Airport Hotel two days after Christmas. You Winning the PanAms deserves a bonfire have to go back to 1982 in Columbus, Ohio, homecoming. But just making the Final Four to find a bigger turnout. Nearly 260 players lets a head coach—after his four-day stress test— pulled out chairs and sat down for college pride exhale and break into a broad smile. In good in the Big Easy. (No cash prizes are awarded at old American sports-speak, it’s “making the the PanAms. But lots of trophies are handed playoffs” that counts. The PanAms, after all, are out to take back to show off to campus adminis- a Swiss, and a pairing can sometimes make a trators to boost interest in chess programs.) door a bit easier to open—or feel like a brick An astounding 60 players were packing the wall. Every year, the entry into the Final Four title of FIDE master or above, among them 24 gets narrower. In New Orleans, there were six grandmasters, 19 international masters, one powerhouse scholarship teams and many a dark Give me that old-time research: IM Rade woman grandmaster, four woman international horse. And dark horses, non-scholarship pro - Milovanovic, Coach of Final Four qualifier UT- Dallas, brought his old black book, but it was just masters and three woman FIDE masters. All grams like Illinois, Columbia, Toronto and New for luck. the competitors were prescreened by the college York University, have a history of taking a spot. chess eligibility subcommittee to confirm that This year a very strong University of Michigan- Rade Milovanovic is a graduate of they were students in good standing. Players A team, with an average rating of over 2400 Belgrade University’s school of law. with the ranking of grandmaster or interna- and led by IM Atulya Shetty, faced three top He’s also an international master, a tional master had to pass even more stringent teams, including Saint Louis Univer sity (SLU) former U.S. Open champion and a eligibility requirements. and Webster-C, but still finished at the top of distinguished chess trainer. Since Of course, most of these world-class interna- the 3½ score group. 1999 he’s been the official coach of tionals were brought to the party by scholarship To get perspective, let’s take a look at some the University of Texas at Dallas programs. Schools can send as many teams to of the powerful programs that couldn’t even (UTD) chess team, guiding the the PanAms as they can muster. Top-rated lay a hand on the second-place trophy: school to qualify for the Final Four Webster sent four squads. University of Texas • A potent new squad from Saint Louis since the event began in 2001 until Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), and defending Univer sity, backed by alumni and billionaire 2014—a long stretch. Along the way, UTD won the U.S. college champs Texas Tech University, sent five apiece, chess philanthropist Rex Sinquefield and led championship playoff four times. flying in all their players. But Webster loaded by much-admired GM Alejandro Ramirez. They more than 20 players and coaches—including managed third, a half-point behind the top two Sometime early in that memorable program head GM Susan Polgar, former Webster teams. run, computer chess analysis and Women’s World Champ—on a bus and drove • Texas Tech, the defending championship database research took over from manually recorded notes. So, like them from its home campus in a suburb of St. university coached by Olympiad gold medalist many others, Rade put away his Louis to the event. “It saved a lot of money,” and former U.S. Champion GM Alex Onischuk. trusty black chess bible, packed with Truong said. Tech tied with SLU but finished in fourth on neatly penciled-in secrets and Most teams traveling to the PanAms don’t tiebreak. surprises. have the benefit of well-funded school pro - • Two famed 10-time titlist programs, But then UTD failed to qualify for the grams. Many squads raise travel money howev - University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), which 2014 Final Four. And again, it didn’t er they can, by petitioning campus student finished sixth at 4½ points, and University of make the cut for 2016. “That was an organizations or even making appeals on online Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), the unpleasant shock,” Rade said. This crowd-funding sites like GoFundMe. At least progenitor of college chess scholarship programs, year in New Orleans, Rade brought two teams benefitted from a generous local which finished 10th with 4 points. along the tattered relic of a sponsor. David and Maureen Grimaud, both • University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, handwritten era. A talisman if not US Chess committee chairs, run family-owned another Lone Star A-team staffed with powerful real preparation among the USB Grimaud Enterprises, operating area Precision grandmasters, coached by GM Bartek Macieja, flash drives in his backpack. “This Tune Auto Care sites. Their business sponsored former national champion of Poland. They book helped get us started. So I thought I’d better bring it along for both the University of South Carolina and finished eighth, with 4 points. good luck, a kind of rabbit’s foot.” Clemson University. The Grimaud’s goal is “to Rade said. encourage the chess leadership of these and BOARD BEASTS, INDIVIDUAL BESTS other universities to develop their programs,” GM Tanguy Ringoir of UMBC-A won board It could start a trend, since UTD did qualify this year. “Luck or not, we will David said. one honors. GM Andrey Stukopin of UTRGV take all the help we can get when it Although the tournament is open to any earned the board two plaque. IM Rao Prasanna comes to winning … providing it is college in the Pan-Americas, essentially what Raghuram of UTD-C was the star on board within the rules!” UTD Program the 16th-century cartographers termed the “New three. Being on the winning team while earning Director James Stallings said. World,” it qualifies four U.S. colleges (not teams) a best board performance means you were a We may see a few more good-luck to move on to the Final Four, the playoff for monster. GM Manuel Leon Hoyos, of first- pieces at the PanAms in years to the U.S. Championship to be held this year at place Webster-B, is one of the friendliest come. New York’s Marshall Chess Club, March 25- grandmasters on the planet. But he was a beast 26. Colleges are limited to one squad, and that at the board. He took both best on board four

40 April 2017 | Chess Life College Chess / PanAms and shared top individual standing with 5½ . No better is 21. ... Nf6 22. Rxf6. DGT RELOADED 22. Re7, Black resigned. DIVISION WINNERS The PanAms offer a lot of division and special prizes. It’s important to bring home the brass! University of Illinois-A took Division II (2000- 2199). Princeton University won the Division III (1800-1999) trophy. University of Michigan- B earned Division IV (1600-1799) honors. Miami-Dade College saw its “B” team take home the Division V (U1600) trophy. The team also pulled off the biggest team-upset prize, defeating a squad rated 348 points higher. Texas Tech University B-team, led by WIM Iryna Andrenko, was best women’s team. (Next year, the event will also offer a mixed doubles team award.) Lone Star College, a last-minute JUST A CHECK AWAY entry, distinguished itself as top community IM Andrey Gorovets (2600)—Texas Tech-A college. Oberlin College-A, was best small college GM Ray Robson (2762)—Webster for the fourth year in a row. Tulane University, University-A the hosting college, was best Louisiana team. 2016 Pan-American Intercollegiate (4), 12.29.2016 GAMES FROM THE PANAMS Defending champs Texas Tech-A came up short in a squeaker to Webster University-A UTRGV-A missed a berth on the Final Four in round four for the team’s only loss, to finish by losing back-to-back in round five (a critical fourth with 5-1, a tiebreak behind third-place loss to UTD-A) and in round 6 (to Webster- SLU-A, who lost to Webster University-B in A). It’s tough going at the top! UTRGV-A’s the same round. Each Tech A-team member board one, GM Andrey Stukopin, however, lost only one game in six rounds. Here Texas Technology à la carte: Luis Salinas packs up the finished undefeated with 5-1. We can see why, Tech’s IM Andrey Gorovets scores a rare win equipment he used to get the 2016 PanAms as he choreographs his pieces to dance deftly against GM Ray Robson, who missed the right games online live, despite a stealth rental car into their ideal posts to cap a queenless kingside defense against the passed pawn. and flat tires. attack. With the win, he led his team in round three to hand fifth-place finisher Webster In an age that tolerates braggadocio, University-C its only setback. Luis Salinas is an outlier. On some out-of-fashion scale that rewards FRENCH DEFENSE (C10) more work and less talk, Salinas GM Andrey Stukopin (2680)—UTRGV-A would be the perfect score. Aaron Grabinsky (2420)—Webster One of the most active organizers University-C and directors in the U.S., he’s 2016 Pan-American Intercollegiate (3), president of the zealous-for-chess 12.28.2016 Dallas Chess Club and assistant director of University of Texas at 1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 dxe4 4. Nxe4 Dallas’ (UTD’s) chess program. Luis is Nd7 5. Nf3 Ngf6 6. Nxf6+ Nxf6 7. c3 c5 8. also a mainstay of expertise at Ne5 Nd7 9. Bb5 Bd6 10. Qg4 Qf6 11. Bg5 numerous national events, quietly AFTER 39. … Bd6 Qf5 12. Qxf5 exf5 13. 0-0-0 Bxe5 14. Rhe1 (very quietly) setting up and 0-0 15. dxe5 h6 16. Be7 Re8 maintaining the all-important network 40. Rc2?! of DGT equipment—often provided Better was 40. Nb5 Be5 41. Rd1 winning. by the UTD chess program—that transforms top-board moves into Also 40. Rd1 Bxc7 41. Ne6+! was decisive. real-time chessboards on monitors 40. ... Qb6? around the world. To do this job, Salinas normally picks up a rental car, The draw was there: 40. ... Qb1+ 41. Kg2 loads the equipment, and sets off on Rxc7 42. Qxd6 Rxc2 43. Nxc2 Qxc2 44. Qd4+ a solo drive to (quietly) make the Kg8 45. Qxa7. wizardry happen. But the trip to New Orleans was 41. Qd7 Rxc7 hardly normal. First of all, the schedule required him to leave on (see diagram top of page 43) December 25th, a day when many

17. e6! fxe6 18. Bxc5 Rd8 19. Rxe6 a6 20. 42. Ne6+ Kh6 43. Rxc7 Bxc7 44. Qxf7, Continued on page 43 Bc4 Kh8 21. Bd4 Kh7 Black resigned.

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Four more cheers: Lisa Diaz (l.) and Rachel Dan grip Oberlin’s trophy for best small-college, which it has won four years in a row under coach Constantine Ananiadis (in red hoodie) and with Walker Griggs (far left) on board one for all 24 games.

Best women’s team: Texas Tech University-B’s WGM Carla Heredia Serrano, WIM Iryna Andrenko, WCM Claudia Munoz (not pictured), and Opuriche Duruoha-Ihemebiri. In background: Chief Organizer Jean Troendle and Chief Arbiter Korey Kormick, both of Cajun Chess.

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With the threats Black resigns.

GAME FACES ON In the last round, the top teams and their coaches wore their game faces to mask the tension. In many ways, their whole season was at stake. Could they come through to win the Busload of trophies: Webster teams steamrolled the strongest PanAms ever. Webster-B and -A teams clinched PanAms? And if not, would they still qualify first and second places a half-point ahead of the field, while Webster-C took fifth place. Even Webster-D for the U.S. college playoff? This board one finished a respectable 21st. match-up reflects the pressure.

Black should instead have tried to develop FRENCH DEFENSE, Continued from page 41 TARRASCH VARIATION (C07) the queenside. For example, 20. ... Bd7 21. d5! businesses are closed or minimally GM Vasif Durarbayli (2692)—Webster (of course not 21. Qxf7?? Rxg2+! 22. Kf1 Qxh2) staffed. “I rented a car and it wouldn’t University-B 21. ... Rg7 22. Qh4 Qd6 23. dxe6, when White start. I exchanged it for a vehicle that GM Gil Popilski (2648)—UTD-A has a long term edge. was misplaced by the rental agency 2016 Pan-American Intercollegiate (6), 21. Bf1 Rg6 22. d5 Qxd5? (it was parked two buildings away). 12.30.2016 Then I drove to the Dallas Chess Club Annotations by GM Durarbayli. A more stubborn defense was 22. ... Qd6 23. b3 Bd7 (and the line 23. ... b5 24. dxe6 Bxe6 to get the equipment.” That cargo It was the last round of the PanAms, and we amounted to 20 of the delicate USB 25. Rd3 Qc6 26.Qe2 is also great for White) needed to win, so I took the preparation serious - version of the DGT boards, along 24. dxe6 Bxe6 25. Rd3 Qc6 26. g3, but White ly. Fortunately, I guessed my opponent’s open - with cables and the critical USB hubs. still has the better of it. ing choice. But Luis’ Christmas-Day trials didn’t 23. Rd1 Qa5 24. Qh4!, Black resigned. stop there. 1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. Nd2 c5 4. Ngf3 cxd4 “A tire completely blew up with no 5. exd5 Qxd5 6. Bc4 Qd6 7. 0-0 Nf6 8. This simple move created too many threats. spare in the rental. They had to tow Nb3 Nc6 9. Nbxd4 Nxd4 10. Nxd4 a6 11. me and the vehicle 30 miles away to Re1 Qc7 12. Qe2!? Bd6 13. Bg5 0-0 14. Not enough can be said about Chief Organ - the only location that was Bxf6 gxf6 15. Bd3 izer Jean Troendle of Cajun Chess and her crew, open.” There he got stuck with a who handled a last-minute registration surge vehicle that was too small. “I had a and a 30-year turnout high with expertise and hard time loading everything.” After aplomb. Their 63rd version of the PanAms was a trip that took 14 hours instead of superb, from the outstanding reception to the the anticipated seven, he arrived in well-organized and dignified awards cere mony New Orleans. Once at the Hilton before a packed room. Our thanks to Chief New Orleans Airport Hotel, he Arbiter Korey Kormick, Assistant Chief Arbiter meticulously set up a working system, hovering over the broadcast Allen Priest, Assistant Arbiter Thomas Priest, equipment for six rounds during New Orleans Open Chief TD Bob Ballard, three long days and nights. Assistant TDs Doug Southon, Ken Ferguson, and staffers Rex Williams and Dan Johnson. But even after blinding the Cyclops and visiting the Underworld, The PanAms are held under the auspices of Odysseus hadn’t earned from the 15. ... f5? US Chess and supported by a contribution from gods an easy voyage back to Ithaca. the US Chess Trust. My preparation ended at 15. ... f5. 15. ... Look for online coverage of the Final Four, At the tournament’s end, Salinas Bxh2+! is the most principled continuation. generously sponsored by Two Sigma and Booz packed up all the gear, only to find “the second vehicle had a slow leak 16. Qh5 Be5 17. c3 Kh8 Allen Hamilton. And if you’re in college, plan in one of the tires.” on getting a team together for the 2017 Pan-Am After 17. ... Bf6 18. g4! Kh8 19. gxf5 Rg8+ in Columbus, December 27-30, hosted by Ohio And he told me this whole story 20. Kh1, Black doesn’t have any compensation. State University. For complete results and lots very quietly. 18. Re3 Rg8 19. Rae1 Bxd4 20. cxd4 Qc6?! of photos, go online to www.cajunchess.com.

www.uschess.org 43 Solitaire Chess / Instruction War and Piece An attacking game played while war raged around the globe.

By BRUCE PANDOLFINI

THE OLYMPICS STAND FOR SO MANY 4. Ngf3 Par Score 5 White could also have tried 8. Nfg5 (full things, most of them good. Overall, it’s viewed credit), with an obvious threat, but instead elects White develops a new piece toward the as a forum to bring together people from all to develop quickly. center, while maintaining the tension. Accept over the world. It is a peaceful way of competing 8. … f6 while showing the brotherhood and sisterhood full credit for the more usual 4. exd5, played to of humankind. Imagine the feeling of the 1939 loosen the Black center. Naturally, Black wants to gain back some event in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Some of our 4. … dxe4 time, and this move seemingly forces the white best representatives are playing chess while g5-bishop to retreat. Not the best move. More common are 4. ...  World War II has just broken out. Amid the cxd4, 4. ... Nc6, and even 4. ... Nf6. This 9. 0-0-0+ Par Score 5 horror of it all, some remarkable chess was still exchange helps White. It allows him to bring being played. Consider the following game No retreating yet! First, White plays this his queen-knight to the center, where it looks played between Isaias Pleci of Argentina versus useful move, getting the king out of the center over Black’s position somewhat imperiously. Lucius Endzelins of (Black). Between  and developing the queen-rook—all with a gain the handshakes, White unfurled an exciting 5. Nxe4 Par Score 4 of time. Thus White has the initial fruits of Black’s exposed king, with more on the way. attack. The game commenced: White is happy to retake on e4. The recap - ture also clears the c1-h6 diagonal, for the 9. … Ke8 FRENCH DEFENSE (C10) queen-bishop, and the d-file, for the white queen. Isaias Pleci This is clearly a mistake. Not much better is Lucius Endzelins 5. … Nd7 9. ... Kc7 10. Bf4+! Kc6 (10. ... e5 allows 11. Buenos Aires Olympiad, 1939 Nxc5 exf4 12. Nd3 Bd6 and White has a Once again, Black helps White out. Both 5. positional edge) 11. Nd4+ Kb6 12. Be3!. 1. e4 e6 2. d4 d5 3. Nd2 c5 ... cxd4 and 5. ... Nc6 are better.  10. Bb5+ Par Score 5 6. dxc5 Par Score 4 White is still developing pieces with gains The Argentinian plays to open the center of time. Now the white rooks are connected and get some definite advantages. Will White and ready for action. trade queens? We shall soon see. 10. … Kf7 6. … Nxc5 Black might have tried 10. ... Nd7, but that Black’s plan is simple. He wants to trade would have put the queen-knight in a pin. pieces and simplify. But trading pieces, and Nevertheless, his game still has some things simplifying the position, doesn’t mean the wrong with it. resulting setup is going to be easier to handle.  11. Rd8 Par Score 7 7. Qxd8+ Par Score 4 A strong invasion. What happens on 11. ... Now ensure that the above position is set up Why not? Black now loses the right to castle fxg5? Award yourself 1 bonus point for seeing on your chessboard. As you play through the and his king very much becomes an object of 12. Ne5+ Ke7 13. Re8 mate. remaining moves in this game, use a piece of attack. Just because the queens are off the board … paper to cover the article, exposing White’s next 11. Be7 doesn’t mean the temperature of the game can’t move only after trying to guess it. If you guess get quite hot. So Black brings out this bishop for defensive correctly, give yourself the par score. Sometimes purposes. But does it work? Let’s see. points are also awarded for second-best moves, 7. … Kxd8  12. Ne5+ Par Score 9 and there may be bonus points—or deductions— No choice. for other moves and variations. Note that  White sacrifices the knight, checking on e5 8. Bg5+ Par Score 5 means that White’s move is on the next line. anyway. Wow! Black’s move is forced.

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PROBLEM I PROBLEM II PROBLEM III ABCs of Chess Mating net Mating net Mating net

These problems are all related to key positions in this month’s game. In each case, Black is to move. The answers can be found in Solutions on page 71.

April Exercise: To get certain results, it may be that you examine a game in a definite way. To understand a position more fully, however, it might be desirable to consider some things in a different way. This implies PROBLEM IV PROBLEM V PROBLEM VI asking lots of questions. Every now Mating net Mating net Mating net and then think more generally, approaching situations as a teacher would. You could even pretend you’re teaching a class. What would you empha size? What would you point out? When you start thinking more broadly, trying to cover the needs of everyone, you’re sure to take care of more needs, even more needs of your own.

12. … fxe5 16. … e4 20. … Bb7  13. Nd6+ Par Score 6 In anticipation of an attack on the c5-knight This unpins the bishop, but it allows mate. (say b2-b4), the text is played to block up the Not a good deal. A nice move. If 13. ... Bxd6, then the rook at  b1-h7 diagonal, preventing the black king from d8 is no longer under fire. The result is White 21. h5+ Par Score 5 being checked by the light-square bishop. has the time to mate: 14. Be8+, when 14. ...  Black resigned here. But let’s pretend the 17. f4 Par Score 6 Kf8 is met by 15. Bg6 mate (1 bonus point). game continued. … 13. Kg6 You may also accept full credit for either 17. 21. … Kh6 Re8 or 17. h4. Neither outcome bodes well for This reply is better than getting mated. Or Black. Once again, the only move. is it? There’s something to be said for ending  17. … b5 22. Nf7 mate Par Score 5 misery. 14. Bxe7 Par Score 5 Black is hoping to get out of the pin along No further analysis is needed. It’s hard to believe material is even here. But his home rank. One can always hope. it won’t stay that way for long. 18. Re8 Par Score 6 14. … Nxe7 This move has been in the cards for a while.    Black chooses to give up the Exchange, Black’s e7-knight is hanging.     hoping to lessen the force of White’s attack. 18. … Kf6 To be sure, it doesn’t help that much.       Okay. Black defends the knight. What now? 15. Rxh8 Par Score 4  Total Score Approx. Rating 19. Rf8+ Par Score 5 White has won the Exchange. Nonetheless, 95+ 2400+ White proceeds with check. But as on a few Black’s king remains lost in the woods. His 81-94 2200-2399 game seems lost in the woods too. moves in this game, you may take full credit for an alternative, namely 19. g4. It clearly brings 66-80 2000-2199 15. … a6 about Black’s demise. A counterattack, but not a very meaningful 51-65 1800-1999 19. … Kg6 one. It doesn’t even delay the inevitable. 36-50 1600-1799 The only move. 16. Be2 Par Score 4  21-35 1400-1599 20. h4 Par Score 6 You can take full credit for either 16. Be8+ 06-20 1200-1399 or even 16. Re8. They’re both clearly winning A menacing advance. Give yourself 1 bonus (and maybe even better than the text, but let’s point for seeing the threat: 21. h4-h5+, followed 0-05 under 1200 not get greedy). by 22. Nf7 mate.

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Blood From a Stone In the endgame, the role of nearly imperceptible positional characteristics is magnified a hundredfold.

By GM DANIEL NARODITSKY

IF YOU ARE ENGAGED IN A COMPLICAT - the most likely outcome of the game, Gonzalez configuration (i.e. the f4-pawn is one square ed middlegame battle with queens, rooks, Pruneda—a hardened Spanish master—has one diagonally away from e5, f7 is one square bishops, and knights still on the board, then truco left in his sleeve. diagonally away from e6, etc.), but what’s the difference between a pawn on a2 and a 23. Rd1! important here is that White’s pawns are far- pawn on a3 might have no bearing whatsoever advanced. This means that in the absence of on the course of the game. Since we spend the On the surface, this move looks like an confounding factors (such as a Black king on majority of our chess career disentangling the admission of the inevitable: Black trades rooks, e4), Black cannot stop White from creating a complexities of a practical endgame, we often gets his king to d5, and ... it is time to sign faster passed pawn with f4-f5 (on the e- or h- subconsciously filter out certain features of the the peace agreement. Most likely, Alvarez file), giving Black two equally unappealing position that would indeed be quite extraneous Fernandez adopted precisely this sort of choices: thinking pattern when considering his reply. in a complicated middlegame battle. 1) Either he captures on f5, giving White After all, what could possibly go wrong in the Our ability to intuitively home in on the the option to break through with gxf5- ensuing pawn end game? important aspects of a position is what keeps e6, or 23. ... Rxd1+?? us sane, but       2) He does not react, allowing White to push     . The introduction to this column should have the pawn through to f6. After ... gxf6 exf6, In this month’s column, we are going to a led you on to the notion that things are rarely there will be no way to stop the pawn wonderfully instructive game in which nearly this simple in the endgame. At this point, I break g4-g5 followed by h5-h6. imperceptible features of the position deter - would encourage you to lay down the magazine, mined the outcome. Now, let us return to the text position. We set this position up on a board, and try to figure see that the queenside pawn structure is not all out why this capture is a terrible blunder. that important (neither side will be able to make IGNORANCE IS BLISS ... NOT The crux of the matter is that this king posi - any headway), so—in theory—Black will not be Arturo Gonzalez Pruneda (FIDE 2249, ESP) tion is not what dictates the course of the game able to stop White from creating a passed pawn Enrique Alvarez Fernandez (FIDE 2055, ESP) here; rather, it is the kingside pawn formation, on the kingside. It transpires that his outwardly ‘Asturias’ Indv.Ch.2002 (3), Gijon, Spain, which commonly arises from the Open Caro- 05.17.2002 active king position and queenside space Kann (1. e4 c6 2. d4 d5 3. Nc3 dxe4 4. Nxe4 advantage are entirely useless. Of course, some Bf5 5. Ng3 Bg6 6. h4 h6 7. Nf3 Nd7 8. h5, and, calculation is necessary: one cannot arrive at later on, Ne5 ... Nxe5 dxe5). For convenience, the conclusion that White is winning simply let us examine it in isolation: through this line of general reasoning. However, I hope that by digesting all of this text, you are able to see how strong players can make fairly accurate evaluations simply through the strength of their positional understanding. Before we see the finale, let us mention that the cold-blooded 23. ... Rg8! would have basically drawn on the spot. (see diagram next page) WHITE TO MOVE After 24. Rd4, Black can even sacrifice the The position on the board is as boring as it pawn with 24. ... g6, when White is unable to gets. White has a space advantage on the hold his kingside together. For instance, 25. kingside, but it is counterbalanced by the Optically, it might appear that the pawn Rxc4+ Kd7 26. hxg6 (26. g5?! looks fancy but annoying pawn on c4 and Black’s possession structure is symmetrical, but that is merely an leaves White in some trouble after 26. ... hxg5 of the d-file. In short, it appears that the time illusion—there is nothing symmetrical about 27. h6?! [27. hxg6 Rxg6 28. Kd2 is still drawn] is ripe to call it a day. While a draw is indeed it. Our eyes are drawn to the similarity in pawn 27. ... g4!) 26. ... Rxg6 27. f5 Rg5 28. Rf4 h5!

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PROBLEM I: 1500 LEVEL PROBLEM II: 2000 LEVEL Practicum GM Daniel Naroditsky (2640) GM Savielly Tartakower GM Santosh Gujrathi Vidit (2630) GM Vasja Pirc Each month GM Naroditsky will present Tsakhkadzor, 04.20.2015 Saltsjobaden 1948 two problems taken from actual games that illustrate the theme of this month’s column. Your task is to find the best line of play. Problem I should be solveable by a player at roughly a 1500 rating and Problem II by a player roughly at a 2000 rating.

See the solutions on page 71.

BLACK TO MOVE WHITE TO MOVE

29. fxe6+ fxe6 30. gxh5 Rxh5 31. Re4 Kc6 and Game, set, match. The only thread keeping the e5-pawn cannot be saved, since 32. c4 Kc5 Black alive was his well-placed king, and now followed by ... Rh2 is actually rather annoying he has no choice but to concede the inevitable. for White. One additional point to notice is that 29. ... g6 fails to 30. g5!, with a classic breakthrough situation.

One of the reasons that I love exploring endgames so much is that one can always find a treasure trove of lessons in the unlikeliest of places. I doubt that either Gonzalez Pruneda or his opponent would remember this obscure Now, even Magnus Carlsen can hardly be game from more than a decade ago, yet to the expected to calculate this entire line, but had dedicated endgame analyst and tournament Alvarez Fernandez stopped to examine the finer After 29. ... Kc5 30. Ke4 b5!? White can player, it offers an enduring lesson that can go elements of the position, he would have un- simply ignore the queenside and proceed with a long way toward improving one’s endgame doubtedly realized that the pawn endgame 31. f5 (in this particular situation, 31. axb5 understanding. leaves him in far more treacherous territory Kxb5 32. Kd4 also wins in virtue of . Remember: while you can often get away than even a rook endgame a pawn down. with ignoring certain aspects of a position in (see diagram top of next column) 24. Kxd1 Kc7 25. Kd2 Kc6 26. c3! the middlegame, such ignorance can cost you Had Black arranged his pawns on a6 and b5, the immensely when there is little material left on A nice touch, freezing the kingside pawns. f4-f5 plan would have been the only path to the board! 26. Ke3 unnecessarily allowed 26. ... c3, and victory) 31. ... bxa4 32. f6, engineering a break - even though White still wins with 27. b4, there through that is already quite familiar to us! is no need to allow additional chances. 29. ... f5 30. exf6 e.p., Black resigned. Read archival copies of “The Practical 26. ... Kd5 27. Ke3 a5 28. a4 b6 29. Kf3! Endgame” (and all columns and features) by Following 30. ... gxf6 31. g5! hxg5 32. fxg5 going to uschess.org, click on “Chess Life (see diagram top of next column) fxg5 33. h6 White promotes. Magazine,” and then “Archives”.

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2017 US CHESS GRAND PRIX STANDINGS NAME STATE PTS. 2017 AWARDS 1 GM RUIFENG LI TX 60.33 2 GM ALEXANDER SHABALOV PA 60.00 $12,500 3 GM SERGEY ERENBURG VA 52.00 4 GM CARLOS MATAMOROS AZ 49.00 IN CASH PRIZES! 5 GM ELSHAN MORADIABADI TX 48.75 FIRST PRIZE: $5,000! 6 GM VLADIMIR BELOUS TX 47.75 7 GM BRYAN G. SMITH PA 40.00 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,000 8 GM ALEXANDER IVANOV MA 36.00 4th: $900 | 5th: $800 9 MATTHEW PUCKETT AL 34.00 6th: $700 | 7th: $600 10 IM ALEXANDR V. REPRINTSEV VA 32.00 8th: $500 | 9th: $300 11 ELI M. KARP LA 30.00 10th: $200 12 JACK QIJUE ZHU CA 27.15 13 CM ANDREW ZHANG HONG CA 24.75

14 IM DAVID VIGORITO MA 24.00 The following point totals reflect all rated 15 IM JOHN DANIEL BRYANT CA 23.47 event information as of March 9, 2017 for the 2017 Grand Prix.

2016 US CHESS JUNIOR GRAND PRIX FINAL STANDINGS The top prize for 2016 is a Chess.com one-year Diamond membership valued at $100, a Chess.com gear/merchandise package valued at $100, a US Chess award, free entry into the 2017 U.S. Open, and $1,000 of expense money from US Chess to offset the trip. For the top five players on the overall list and to each state winner, Chess.com also awards a choice of a one-year ChessKid.com gold membership (valued at $50/annually) or a one-year Chess.com Gold membership (valued at $40/annually). US Chess gratefully acknowl edges the participation of Chess.com!

Name State Pts. State Leaders State Pts. State Leaders State Pts. STEINER, ADAMSON DC 16920 DATAR, NIKHIL MILIND IN 5519 PULLELA, NAREN OK 3406 PARK, EVAN PA 9965 TRAN, LUKE M KS 3933 FELDMAN, NEENA OR 4758 RAO, VINAY NJ 9737 COLE, CHRISTOPHER KY 2500 LINDSEY, RYO PA 4970 ARAYATH, NIKHIL NJ 9669 TISSERAND, MILES LA 3837 TOMLIN, NICHOLAS A. RI 980 HUANG, EDISON NY 9650 SU, ANDREW MA 4233 WEBB, ROBERT BURNEY, III SC 2736 SAVLA, SANIYA MD 5022 TAO, CHRISTOPHER SD 1606 State Leaders State Pts. HARTT, BILL ME 4250 GHAZARIAN, KIRK TERR 5438 WU, ROCHELLE AL 6513 ZHENG, MICHAEL ZIHAN MI 6116 SHARPE, WESTON TN 5116 BELLISARIO, STEVEN AR 4548 KINGMAN, SHAWN ROBERT MIL 5037 METPALLY, JASON TX 5551 SELVAM, SANJAY AZ 4831 MIDDEN, DANIEL P MN 3385 RAY, UJAN UT 2633 NATH, NAVEEN CA-N 8666 YE, LUKE SICONG MO 8099 PREM, PRANAV VA 8505 ANDERSON, TREMIL CA-S 7087 MODRAK, JASON MS 7432 HYDE, THOMAS VT 68 HEMMAT, ALEXANDER CO 3902 RAELUND, ANTHONY BROOKS MT 2042 VELEA, STEPHANIE WA 4856 JAIN, KYLE WI 4639 NIEMANN, HANS CT 3607 VENKATARAJA, TRIYAKSHARI NC 4590 GROVES, STEPHEN E, II WV 999 SHAPIRO, NATHAN DC 3713 SOORI, ISAIAH ND 754 MORROW, RICKIE WY 590 LUO, RYAN DE 9605 LE, HARRY NE 4110 KUMAR, NAMAN FL 8848 ROGERS, NOAH NH 2337 BELLAYARU, SAMARTH RAO GA 6809 ARAYATH, ATHIRA NJ 8464 WYLIE, LEONARD J HI 3850 ROMERO, JONAH ANTHONY NM 3594 LODH, ANISH IA 4153 IRIYE, REECE NV 1750 NATHAN, JACOB ARI ID 2335 WANG, ELLEN NY 8727 WANG, WILLIAM IL 8734 SRIDHAR YEHAMANDRAM, Y OH 5299 Official standings for events received and processed by March 7, 2017.

50 April 2017 | Chess Life See previous issue for TLAs appearing April 1-14 Bids Note: Organizers previously awarded options for US Chess National Events must still submit proposals (including sample budgets) for their National Events events. OVERDUE BIDS Note: Tournament memberships not valid for National events Please contact the National Office if you are interested in bidding for a National Event. US See TLA in this issue for details Chess recommends that bids be submitted ,*+"5))3')154(3/24)5$.4%03/21.30155April 7-9 • Chicago, Illinois according to the following schedule. However, bids may be considered prior to these dates. ,*+"5#!0-'4(3/24)15 55May 12-14 • Nashville, Tennessee May 27-29 or 28-29 • US Chess reserves the right to decline all bids "' 522!4)5,*+"5 &#&5%4(-!'541(5$.4%03/21.3055 and organize the event itself. Morristown, New Jersey May 27-29 • Tucson, Arizona /'5/!'5-042 - 5)31(5/ 524(3/24)5- -2(1 ,*+"5 &#&5%4(-!'5 -1(5$.4%03/21.3055 www.uschess.org/con 4 43)4 )-5 /'5 3 51--5 ,*+"5 &#&5%4(-!'5#/!(.5$.4%03/21.3055June 10-11 • Memphis, Tennessee tent/view/12116/705/. June 14-15 • Las Vegas, Nevada ,*+"5 &#&5 /%-2150-255 RATING SUPPLEMENTS ,*+"54(3/24)50-255June 16-18 or 17-18 • Las Vegas, Nevada Rating supplements will be updated EACH MONTH on the US Chess website, and each ,*+"5 &#&5!23/'50-255July 21-23 • Northfield, Minnesota July 21-23 • Northfield, Minnesota monthly rating supplement will be used for all ,*+"5 &#&5#-23/'50-255 tournaments beginning in that month, unless ++(.5422!4)5,*+"5 &#&50-255July 29-August 6, August 1-6 or August 3-6 • Norfolk, otherwise announced in Chess Life. The US Chess Virginia website at www.uschess.org also frequently lists unofficial ratings. The purpose of unofficial rat- FUTURE EVENTS (Watch for details) ings is to inform you of your progress; however, most tournaments do not use them for pairing ,*+"5 &#&5!23/'5$)/1- 5$.4%03/21.3055July 7-18 • Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis - St. Louis, Missouri - https://saintlouischessclub.org/ or prize purposes. If you would otherwise be unrated, organizers may use your unofficial rating ,*+"5 &#&53')15!23/'5$)/1- 5$.4%03/21.3055July 7-18 • Chess Club and Scholastic at their discretion, even without advance publicity Center of Saint Louis - St. Louis, Missouri - https://saintlouischessclub.org/ of such a policy. August 23-27 • Greensboro, North Carolina ,*+"5 &#&541(-'155 NOTE ,*+"5 &#&5$)4115$.4%03/21.3055November 10-12 • Houston, Texas The TLA pages “Information for Organizers, December 8-10 • Lake Buena Vista, Florida TDs, and Affiliates” and “Information for Play- ,*+"5+,5'4 -5$.4%03/21.30155 ers” can now be found online at main.uschess.org/ ,*+54(3/24)5!23/'53.55$.4%03/21.30155April 6-8 • Atlanta, Georgia go/tlainfo. April 27-30 • Columbus, Ohio ,*+54(3/24)53.5#.//)5+,5$.4%03/21.3055 PROFESSIONAL PLAYERS HEALTH AND ,*+54(3/24)5)-%-2(4'55$.4%03/21.30155May 11-13 • Nashville, BENEFITS FUND Tennessee Many Grand Prix tournament organizers will ++(.5422!4)5,*+5 &#&50-255July 28-August 5 • Middleton, Wisconsin contribute $1 per player to the Professional December 14-16 • Orlando, Florida Health & Benefits Fund. All Grand Prix tour- ,*+5+,5'4 -5$.4%03/21.30155 naments which participate in this program are ,*+54(3/24)5)-%-2(4'55$.4%03/21.30155May 10-12 • Nashville, entitled to be promoted to the next higher Tennessee Grand Prix category—for example, a six-point tournament would become a 10-point (Enhanced) ,*+5+,5'4 -5$.4%03/21.30155December 13-15 • Lake Buena Vista, Florida tournament. Points in the top category are pro- May 8-10 • Nashville, ,*,*54(3/24)5)-%-2(4'55$.4%03/21.30155 moted 50%. Tennessee December 11-13 • Orlando, Florida ATTENTION AFFILIATES ,*,*5+,5'4 -5$.4%03/21.30155 US Chess has partnered with R.V. Nuccio & ,*,+5#!0-'4(3/24)15 55May 7-9 • Nashville, Tennessee Associates Insurance Brokers, Inc. to provide US Chess affiliates with affordable annual lia- bility and short term event insurance. The liability coverage is available for approximately $265 per year for a $1,000,000 limit of insur- ance. Also available is contents property and bonding insurance. For more information, please go to www.rvnuccio.com/chess-federation.html. For event insurance, please go to www.rvnuccio.com.

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10:45 am. Rounds: 12-6:15, 11-5:15, 9-3:15. 2-Day Registration: will be awarded on site only. Mixed Doubles: best male/female combined Sunday, May 24, 8:30-9:30 am. 2-day Schedule: First 3 games, May 29, 2-player team score: $1,500-750-350-250-150. Teammates may play in Nationals G/60 d5. Rounds: 10, 12:15, 2:30. All schedules merge in round 4. different sections but must have average rating below 2200. The Freddie: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Prizes for each section: trophies to top 5 and top Senior 55/over and Players age 14 and under are eligible for best game prizes including APR. 7-9, ILLINOIS Juniors under 16 and 13. Additional Prizes—Championship Section: the Freddie Award and $400 in cash prizes (donated by Fred Gruenberg). 2017 ALL-GIRLS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS PRESENTED BY Trophies to top Under 2000, Under 1900, Under 1800. Reserve Section: Unrated players may play only in Unrated or Open Section. Provisionally THE KASPAROV CHESS FOUNDATION IN ASSOCIATION WITH Trophies to top Under 1600, Under 1500. Booster Section: Trophies to rated players may not win more than 40% of top prize in any under THE RENAISSANCE KNIGHTS CHESS FOUNDATION & US CHESS top Under 1200, Under 1100, Under 1000, Under 900, Under 800. EF: section; balance goes to next player(s) in line. CCA minimum ratings or Any player that achieves a perfect 6-0 score or wins the first place $49, if postmarked by May 16. EF at site $60 cash. Byes: 3 half-point other ratings may be used if higher than US Chess June Supplement. trophy, in each age category, qualifies to represent the USA at the byes allowed in rounds 1-5 if requested before round 2. Sets and clocks EF: $199 by 1/31, $225 by 5/26, $250 by 6/14, $280 later. Add $125 for 2017 World Cadets (U/8, U10, U/12) and World Youth (U/14.U/16, NOT provided. Entries to: Aaron Kiedes, 4 Seymour Terrace, Hack- adults rated under 2200 or juniors under 2100 playing in the Open U/18) Championships. 6SS, G/90 d5. Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, ettstown, NJ 07840. Call 973-343-3260 for information or email akiedes@ Section. $40 less for seniors 65 and over. Unrated section only: $125 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL 60616, (free Wi-Fi). 6 Sections: gmail.com. Entries must include name, USCF ID and expiration date, less for players in only 1 schedule, $60 less for 2 schedules. Reg.: 2 Under 8, Under 10, Under 12, Under 14, Under 16 & Under 18. Age as of mailing address, email address, phone number, Section and entry fee. p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday. Rds.: 11-5:30, 10-4:30, 1/1/2017. EF: $55 mail/online by 3/6 $75 by 3/27, $95 after. Do not Checks made out to NJSCF. No phone entries. Online entries $52 at 10-4:30. 2-day schedule: Reg.: 8:30-9 a.m. Saturday. Rds.: 10-12-2 then mail after 3/31. $20 fee for roster or section changes after 3/31. $10 fee www.njscf.org after 4-15-17 until 5-25-17 at midnight. W. merge with 3-day in round 4 at 4:30. Half point byes available in any for refunds. Opening Ceremony: 2:30pm, Friday. Rounds: Rd. 1 – 3:00pm round; round 5 or 6 byes must be requested before the start of round 2 Fri; Rounds 2-4 – Sat 10am, 2:30pm, 6:30pm; Rounds 5-6 – Sun 9am & US Chess Junior Grand Prix! MAY 27-29, ARIZONA and may not be cancelled. Chess sets and boards provided for tournament pm. Awards Ceremony: Sun. 5pm. Trophies top 15 individual players 2017 U.S. AMATEUR WEST CHAMPIONSHIP play only, not for skittles. Please bring digital chess clocks! The LAS and top 4 teams in the Under 8, 10, 12 & 14 Sections; top 8 individual VEGAS INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL features the National Open, players and top 3 teams in the Under 16 & 18 Sections. (top 3 players Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort, 10000 N. Oracle the U.S. Women’s Open, the International Youth Championship, and added for team scores). Bye: One 1/2 point bye available for any round, Rd., Tucson, AZ 85704, 1-800-325-7832. SECTIONS: Championship other events. Many free extras and surprises! Free parking. Free except round 6, if requested at least 2 hours before the start of the round (U2200), Reserve (U1600), Booster (U1200), SCHEDULE: (Championship raffles with great prizes. Free GM Lectures. Free GM analysis of your & Reserve) 6/SS; 40/90, G/30, Inc/30; Rds.: 10-4, 10-4, 9-3. (Booster) 1. Side Events: Bughouse Tournament – Fri. 11:00 am, EF $30/team. games. Free Daily Bulletins and free commemorative DVD mailed to all 6/SS, Game/60, Inc/30; Rds.: (Sat) 10-1:30-5, (Sun) 10-1:30-5. Blitz Tournament – Fri. 7pm, G/5 d0, EF $20 by 3/27, $25 after or on PRIZES: participants. Grandmaster Simuls and Chess Camp for all ages on (Championship) Digital Clock + plaque to Top 3; Digital clock to 1st + site. HR: single - quad $153 Reservations: (888) 421-1442. Reserve early Thursday. U.S. Women’s Open Wednesday and Thursday. Walter Plaque to Top 2 1800-1999, 1600-1799, and U1600; Plaque to top Senior rate may increase. Entries: online/info at: www.rknights.org/allgirls or Browne Memorial Blitz Thursday 7:30 p.m. Youth Tournaments mail to RKnights, Attn: All-Girls, PO Box 1074, Northbrook, IL 60065, 50+, Junior U20 and Junior U14. (Reserve) Digital clock + plaque to Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Sectionals Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Top 3, Digital clock to 1st + Plaque to Top 2 1200-1399 and U1200; Blitz include name, section, rating, USCF ID#, date of birth, grade, school Poker Tournament Monday Morning. Don’t be shut out - make your name city & state. Plaque to top Senior 50+ and Junior U14. (Booster) Digital clock + reservations early and be sure to ask for the CHESS rates $69 single trophy to 1st; Trophy to 2nd - 5th, Top Unrated and Junior U11. — SPECIAL or double ($89 Friday and Saturday nights) guarantees a premium room US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 1st Place in Championship and Reserve will receive a FREE PRIZES: with new furniture, refrigerator, flat screen TV and more. The optional MAY 12-14, TENNESSEE ENTRY to the 2017 National Open. Top 2 Family Pairs in combined resort package including access to the Fitness Center, free WI-FI, and SUPERNATIONALS VI sections. Biggest Upset of each round (Rds. 1-5). EF: (Championship & 2017 Elementary, Junior High and High School National Championships Reserve) $60 if rec’d by 5/24, $70 if after 5/24. (Booster) $40 if rec’d more is substantially discounted for our group. Cutoff for special hotel in one great event! Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, by 5/24, $50 if after 5/24. SIDE EVENTS: Blitz tournament Friday 5/26 rate is May 26; after that rates will increase significantly and 2800 Opryland Dr., Nashville, TN 37214. 615.889.1000 or online at at 6:00pm, Reg. 5:00 - 5:45 at site, G/5 d0, 5 Rounds, Double SS; Entry there may not be any rooms available. (800) 732-7117 or www.Veg- https://aws.passkey.com/event/15611400/owner/760/landing. HR: Fee: $10 ($15 to non-tournament players); Saturday Scholastic tournament asChessFestival.com/hotel. ENT: Vegas Chess Festivals, PO Box $161 single-quad. All under one roof! (Select only one): (K-6 and U1000 rating), Saturday 5/27 at 10:30am, Reg.: 8:30 - 9:30, 90925, Henderson, NV 89009-0925, on line at www.VegasChessFes- 25 Sections . (702) 930-9550 and leave a message. FIDE. High School: 7-SS, G/120 d5. K-12 Championship; K-12 U1900; K-12 GAME/40 d5; 4 rounds, Entry fee $15, $25 if after 5/24; Sunday Scholastic tival.com Info: U1600; K-12 U1200; K-12 U800; K-12 Unrated. Junior High: 7-SS, G/120 tournament (K-6 and U1000 rating), Sunday 5/28 at 10:30am, Reg: 8:30 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! d5. K-9 Championship; K-8 Championship; K-9 U1250; K-8 U1000; K-8 - 9:30, GAME/40 d5; 4 rounds, Entry fee $15, $25 if after 5/25. ENTER: JULY 21-23, MINNESOTA U750; K-9 Unrated. Elementary: 7-SS, G/90 d5. K-6 Championship; K- http://events4chess.com or mail to (make checks payable to “Rookery 2017 U.S. JUNIOR OPEN 5 Championship; K-6 U1400; K-6 U1000; K-5 U1200; K-5 U900; K-6 Chess”): 2017 US Amateur West, PMB 215, 4729 E. Sunrise Dr., Tucson, 6SS, G/90+ inc 30. St. Olaf College, Buntrock Commons, 1520 St. Olaf Unrated; K-3 Championship; K-3 U1000; K-3 U700; K-3 Unrated; K-1 AZ 85718 or at site. HR: 1-800-325-7832, $149 (single or double), mention Ave., Northfield, MN. $45 chess rate dorm single, $72 double; see Championship; K-1 U500. EF: $50 postmarked, faxed or online by group code “AMW” by 4/26. INFO: Karen Pennock, 520-261-3176, email: www.chessweekend.com for rates for nearby hotels. Please reserve 4/24/2017, $70 postmarked, faxed or online by 5/5/2017, $85 after kpennock_83@ yahoo.com, web:www.events4chess.com. W. early. July supplement used. EF: $60 USPS or online by 6 pm July 7, 5/5/2017, $90 on site. DO NOT mail entries after May 5 as they may US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $70 USPS or online by 6 pm July 14, $80 online until 6 pm July 20 and not be received in time. $5 extra for all phoned registrations. $20 change JUNE 10-11, TENNESSEE at door until 12:30pm. Sections (based on age as of 1/1/17): U21, fee for roster or section changes after May 5. US Chess membership is 2017 U.S. AMATEUR SOUTH CHAMPIONSHIP U15, U11, U8. www.chessweekend.com for more info and complete required (may be paid with entry). Trophies awarded in AWARDS: 5SS, G/90 d5. Lausanne Collegiate Sch., 1381 West Massey Rd., Memphis, details. Prizes (based on age as of 1/1/17): U21 $500 cash plus entry accordance with Scholastic Regulations and based on number of par- TN 38120. 1st: “River Cup” Cham- in the 2018 U.S. Jr. Closed Championship; plaques to top 5 overall; ticipants. Team score = total of top four (minimum two) finishers from 3 Sections: Championship (U2200), pionship trophy plus commemorative hat, 2nd–5th places: plaque plus plaque to top age 18, 17, 16, 15, U15; U15 trophies to top 10 overall, each section. May 2017 Rating Supplement will be used. BYES: One commemorative hat. Reserve (U1600) & Booster (U1200), 1st: Champi- trophies to top age 14, 13, 12, 11, U11; U11 trophies to top 10 overall, 1/2 –pt. bye available in rounds 1-6 if requested prior to 11 AM, Fri onship trophy plus commemorative hat, 2nd–5th places: plaque plus trophies to top age 10, 9, 8, U8; U8 trophies to top 10 overall, trophies (5/12). On site entries after 11 AM, Fri 5/12 will receive a 1/2- commemorative hat. EF: $40, $10 less to juniors under age 18 or seniors to top age 7, 6, U6. Team prizes: Trophies to top 3 club or school point bye for the first round and begin play in round 2. SCHEDULE over age 60, $50 at site. Reg.: 9 -9:45 am. Rds.: Sat. 10-2-6, Sun. 10-2. teams in each section, top 3 scores will count toward team total. One for K-12, K-9 and K-8 Sections: Rounds 1-2: Friday (5/12) 1:00 PM & One requested half-point bye allowed, any round, must request 1/2 point bye available for any round, must commit before end of 7:00 PM, Rounds 3-5: Saturday (5/13) 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, & 7:00 PM, Byes: before start of round 2. HR: $119/suite, 7855 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, round 2. Rounds: Friday 1:00pm & 6:00pm, Saturday 9:30am & 3:00pm, Sunday (5/14) Rounds 6-7 9:00 AM, & 2:00 PM. SCHEDULE for K-6, K- TN 38138, 901-751-2500, reserve by May 17 to ensure discounted rate. Sunday 9:30am & 3:00pm. Side events: Thursday evening GM Simul, Rounds 1-2: Friday (5/12) 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM, 5 and K-3 Sections: Additional details and Online Entry at: www.shelbycountychess.com. Blitz Saturday after R4. Entries: Make checks payable and send to: Rounds 3-5: Saturday (5/13) 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, & 6:00 PM, Sunday Info: Email Arlene Kleiman at [email protected] or mail reg- Chess Weekend, 21694 Doud Ct., Frankfort, IL 60423. Info: www.chess- (5/14) Rounds 6-7 10:00 AM, & 2:00 PM. SCHEDULE for K-1 Sections: istration to Shelby County Chess, Attention: Amateur South, 1614 Vance weekend.com, 815-955-4793 before 8 pm. Chess Weekend will provide Rounds 1-2: Friday (5/12) 1:30 PM & 5:30 PM, Rounds 3-5: Saturday Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. sets, boards; please bring clocks. (5/13) 9:30 AM, 1:30 PM, & 5:30 PM, Sunday (5/14) Rounds 6-7 9:30 JULY 21-23, MINNESOTA AM, & 1:30 PM. AWARDS CEREMONIES, Sunday (5/14); K-12, K-9 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! and K-8 Sections at approximately 7 PM; K-6, K-5 and K-3 Sections at JUNE 14-15, NEVADA US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 approximately 6 PM; K-1 Sections at approximately 5:30 PM. SIDE US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) 2017 U.S. SENIOR OPEN EVENTS: Bughouse Championships (Three Sections: K-12, K-9 2017 U.S. WOMEN’S OPEN 6SS, G/90+inc 30, must be 50 years old by July 21. St. Olaf College, and K-6): Thursday (5/11) 11:00 AM, Register ON SITE ONLY by 10:00 5SS, G/90 +30. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, 3000 Paradise Bunt-rock Commons, 1520 St. Olaf Ave., Northfield, MN. $45 chess rate AM. EF: $25 per team of 2. Blitz Championships (Four Sections: K- Rd., 89109. $$3,500 Guaranteed Prize Fund. $1000-600-400, U2000 dorm single, $72 double; see www.chessweekend.com for rates for 12, K-9, K-6 and K-3): Thursday (5/11) 5:00 PM. EF $15 postmarked, $350-200, U1800 $250-150, U1600 $200-100, U1400 $150-100. EF: $99 nearby hotels. Please reserve early. July supplement used. EF: $100 faxed or online by 5/5, $20 after 5/5 or on site. On-site registration by 5/26, $125 later. REG.: 9-9:30 a.m. RDS.: 10-2:30-7, 10-2:30. 1/2 USPS or online by 6 pm July 7, $110 USPS or online by 6 pm July 14, ends at 4 PM. Many GM simuls, workshops and lectures planned! point bye available in any round (limit 1). HR: $69 ($89 Friday and $120 online until 6 pm July 20 and at door until 12:30pm. chessweek- Please refer to the SuperNationals VI website: www.uschess.org/tour- Saturday nights) (800) 732-7117 ask for the CHESS rates. This event end.com for more info and complete details. Prizes: $5,000 b/80 naments/2017/snvi to register on-line, see up-to-the-minute registrations, kicks off the LAS VEGAS INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL on paid entries: $1300-800-500, U2200 $500-300, U2000 $275-125, U1800 for more information, updated details, corrections, any added events Wednesday before the National Open. ENT: Vegas Chess Festivals, $275-125, U1600 $275-125, U1300 $275-125. Unrated eligible for overall and other activities. Advance entries must include player’s name/infor- PO Box 90925, Henderson, NV 89009-0925 or www.VegasChessFes- or U1300 prizes only. Plaque to top player in each age category: 50-54, mation and all fees to be accepted. Roster changes are considered tival.com. FIDE. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Players may win both a cash award new entries and will be charged according to date received. List and an age award. One 1/2 point bye available for any round, must name, address, phone, section, grade, school (even if no team), email, An American Classic! commit before end of round 2. Rounds: Friday 1:00pm & 6:00pm, A Heritage Event! Saturday 9:30am & 3:00pm, Sunday 9:30am & 3:00pm. Side events: birthdate, US Chess ID number (enclose US Chess dues if necessary). US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Players must be eligible to play in accordance with US Chess Scholastic JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, NEVADA Thursday evening GM Simul, Blitz Saturday after R4, Awards banquet Regulations. Entries may be faxed to: 931.787.1238. Mail Entries To: after R6. Entries: Make checks payable and send to: Chess Weekend, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 300 (ENHANCED) 21694 Doud Ct., Frankfort, IL 60423, or online at chessweekend.com. US Chess Federation, ATTN: SuperNationals VI, P. O. Box 3967, Crossville 2017 NATIONAL OPEN TN 38557. Please note that US Chess Scholastic Regulations Rule Info: chessweekend.com, 815-955-4793 before 8 pm. Chess Weekend 12.4 requires players who enter an “Under” or “Unrated” section to 6-SS, 40/90, SD/30 +30 (2-day rounds 1-3 and Unrated Section G/40 will provide sets, boards; please bring clocks. +5). Westgate Resort & Casino, 3000 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas 89109. disclose at the time of registration whether they have one or more A Heritage Event! ratings in another over-the-board rating system(s). US Chess may use $100,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund will not be reduced! In 8 sections, top 2 FIDE rated. Open: $8,000-4,000-2,000-1,000-600-500-400-300- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! this rating information to determine section and prize eligibility in accor- JULY 29-AUG. 6, AUG. 1-6 OR AUG. 3-6, VIRGINIA dance with US Chess Rules 28D and 28E. 300-300, top under 2500 $2,500, top under 2400 $2,400, EXTRA $2,500 for perfect score. The winner of the Open section also receives a replica US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 300 (ENHANCED) US Chess Junior Grand Prix! of the Edmondson Cup. Under 2300: $6,000-3,000-1,500-750-400-350- 118TH ANNUAL U.S. OPEN MAY 27-29 OR 28-29, NEW JERSEY 300-250-250-250. Under 2100: $6,000-3,000-1,500-750-400-350-300- Includes Traditional one game per day schedule (9 days), a 6-day slow 73RD ANNUAL US AMATEUR EAST CHAMPIONSHIP 250-250-250. Under 1900: $5,000-2500-1250-600-350-300-250-250- time control option, and 4-day option. 9SS, 40/120, SD/60; d5 (4-day 6-SS, 40/2 d5, SD-1. Hyatt Morristown, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown, 250-250. Under 1700: $4,000-2,000-1,000-500- 300-250-250-250-250-250. option, Rds. 1-6, G/60 d5). Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, 777 Water- NJ 07960. For chess rate ($124 per night), details at www.njscf.org or Under 1500: 3000-1500-700-350-300-250-250-250-250-250. Under side Dr., Norfolk, VA 23510, HR: $114, Call (866) 716-8134, mention “US call Phone: 973-647-1234, mention NJ Chess. Free parking, public trans- 1300: $2000-1,000-500-300-250-250-250, top under 1000 (no provisional) Chess”. Reserve by July 7 or rate may increase. $50,000 in prizes portation to NYC, Philadelphia. Walking distance to 30 restaurants, $900. Unrated/Under 1000: 3 schedules with 5 rounds per day $200- based on 500 paid entries, else proportional, $40,000 (80% of shops and parks within 5 minute stroll. In 3 sections: Championship 125-75 each day plus $300 overall (best 2 results). Plus Score Bonus: each prize) minimum guaranteed. A one-section tournament with (under 2200); Reserve (under 1800); Booster (under 1400); 2-day and ($12,000 guaranteed) in addition to any other prizes, every player with Class prizes. Top U.S. player not otherwise qualified qualifies for 2018 3-day schedules available. 3-Day Registration: Saturday, May 28, 9:30- 3-1/2 points or more wins a $50 gift certificate. Plus score certificates U.S. Championship. Choice of three schedules: Traditional: 40/120

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SD/60; d5. One round daily at 7 PM, except Rd. 9, 3 PM 8/6. 6-Day Option: 40/120, SD/60; d5. 7 PM 8/1, 12 NOON & 7 PM 8/2-8/4, 7 PM The Tournament Announcements on the following pages are provided for the convenience of US Chess members and for 8/5, 3 PM 8/6. 4-Day Option: Rds. 1-6: G/60 d5; then 40/90, SD/30; informational purposes only. Unless expressly indicated otherwise, neither US Chess nor Chess Life warrants the accuracy inc. 30. 12 NOON, 3 PM, 7 PM, 10 PM 8/3; 12 NOON, 3 PM, 7 PM 8/4; 7 PM 8/5; 3 PM 8/6. All schedules merge after Round 6 & compete for of anything contained in these tournament announcements. Those interested in additional information about or having same prizes. Projected prizes: Top places $8000-4000-2000-1500-1000- questions con cerning any of these tournaments are directed to contact the organizer listed. Chess Life will exercise all due 800-600-500, clear or playoff winner $200 bonus. If tie for first, top two diligence in providing accurate typesetting of non-camera-ready copy but assumes no responsibility for errors made in on tiebreak play Armageddon game (White 5 minutes, 2-sec delay, Black such work. 3 minutes, 2-sec delay and gets draw odds) for bonus and title. Class Prizes: Top Master (2200- 2399) $2500-1200-800-500, Expert (2000- 2199) $2500-1200-800-500, Class A (1800-1999) $2500-1200-800-500, ''5&4/"56#/4*6 .6.,)/445+60'45263"5)5266 64*56'3--3#/160++/4/310-62,-5.60((-!6436 201+6$2/ Class B (1600-1799) $2500-1200-800-500, Class C (1400-1599) $2000- 43,210)514.66*56,0201455+6'/2.46(2/56),.4656046-50.46  %6 636)32564*0163156(2/56,1+526 6)0! 1000-600-400, Class D (1200-1399) $1500-700-500-300, Class E or below &3,14643#02+.64*56 201+6$2/ 6(3/1464340-%66$2/5.65-3#64*56)0 /),)65142!6'556+361346&3,14643#02+.64*5 (under 1200) $1500-700-500-300, Unrated $800-400-200. Half-Point 201+6$2/ 6(3/1464340-%6-.36/1&-,+56',--64/)56&31423-6134/16/1&25)51463264/)56+5-0!65"516/'6+5-0!6/.65236+% Byes: must commit before Round 4; up to 3 byes allowed for 2000/up, 2 byes for 1400-1999, one bye for Under 1400/Unr. Limit 1 bye in last 6*5..6,1/326 201+6$2/ 66,1/326 201+6$2/ 65"5146),.46*0"56'3,26326)325 23,1+.6#/4*6064/)56&31423- two rounds. Zero-point byes are always available in any round if requested www.uschess.org/data page/JGP-Rules.php at least two hours before the round(s) in question. Entry Fee: Online, 25045264*016 6)/1%6$-50.56.556 '326&3)(-5456,-5.% $145 by 6/26, $165 by 7/17, $185 after 7/17. By mail, $147 postmarked SUBMISSIONS: E-mail your tla to: [email protected] (Joan DuBois). For tla deadline schedule, formatting help and Grand by 6/26, $167 postmarked by 7/17, $187 after 7/17; do not mail after Prix information check www.uschess.org/go/tlainfo and “Advertising” at uschess.org. Payment can be done online through 7/24! By phone, $150 by 6/26, $170 by 7/17, $185 after. No phone the TD/Affiliate area or sent to: US Chess, TLA Dept., PO Box 3967, Crossville, TN 38557. entries after 5PM Central 7/28 (close of business at the US Chess Office)! At site, all $190; Free entry for GMs and WGMs for main event only. All entries must be made at least two (2) hours prior to the player’s 345666*5..6,1/326 201+6$2/ 65"514.6+361346*0"5643615&5..02/-!656&*3-0.4/&63263,4*643,210)514.% first game. Current US Chess membership required. July Rating Sup- *5!6+36*3#5"526*0"56436*0"564*5625,/25+61,)5263'623,1+.601+6/)5631423-6/1632+526'326.&*3-0.4/&601+ plement used; unofficial ratings (at least four games) used if otherwise !3,4*6 (-0!52.6 436 0/16  $ 6 (3/14.6 '326 (2/5.%6 6 326 )3256 /1'32)04/316 (-50.56 .556 4*56  $6 2,-5.6 04 unrated. CCA ratings used if above US Chess. Foreign player ratings: usually 100 points added to FIDE or FQE, 200+ added to most foreign *44(###%,.&*5..%326+040(05 $,-5.%(*(% national ratings, no points added to CFC. Highest of multiple ratings generally used. Entries: US Chess, ATTN: 2017 U.S. Open, PO Box 3967, (75% of each prize) guaranteed. In 7 sections: Open: $7000-4000-2000- online at chessaction.com by 2/4, $225 online by 4/11, $250 at site. Crossville, TN 38557. Online entry available, see website. Phone entry: 1000-800-600-500-500-400-400, clear or tiebreak first $200 bonus, FIDE Mailed EF: 4-day $214, 3-day $213, 2-day $212 mailed by 2/4, all $20 800.903.8723. Not FIDE rated, No cell phones. Bring a clock — none Under 2400/Unr $2000-1000. Under 2200/Unr, Under 2000/Unr, Under more mailed by 4/4. U1100/Unr Section EF: $75 online at supplied. Sets/boards supplied for tournament but not for skittles. Many 1800: each $5000-2500-1200-800-600-500-400-300-300-300; unrated chessaction.com by 4/11, 4-day $84, 3-day $83, 2-day $82 mailed by meetings, workshops and seminars, including: US Chess Committee may not win over $2000 in Under 2000. Under 1600: $4000-2000-1000- 4/4, $100 at site. Phoned EF: All $10 more than online EF, 406-896- Meetings 8/2-8/4, US Chess Awards Luncheon 8/5 Noon, US Chess 700-500-400-300-300-300-300. Under 1400: $3000-1500-1000-700- 2038 (entry only, no questions), available only through 4/10. Online Delegates Meeting 8/5-6. Many side events and other championships, 500-400-300-300-300-300. Under 1100/Unr: $1000-700-500-400-300- late entry after 4/11: available until 2 hours before round 1, same including: U.S. National Blitz Championship 7SS Double, G/5 d0, Rd. 300-200-200-100-100; unrated may not win over $300. Unrated not price as entry at site. EF $100 less to seniors 65/over in Open through 1 at 12 NOON 8/5; U.S. Open Weekend Swiss 5SS, G/60 d5, 12-3 Sat allowed in U1800, U1600 or U1400 sections. Mixed Doubles Bonus U1400. Special 1 year USCF membership with magazine if paid with 7/29, 10-12:30-3 Sun 7/30; U.S. Open Scholastic (see separate TLA Prizes: best male/female combined 2-player team score: $1000-500- entry: Online at chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic for the Scholastic event); Mon-Wed-Thu-Fri July 31, August 2, 3, 4 300-200. In Open Section, only the first 7 rounds are counted. Team $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic U. S. Open Quads (one-day events) G/30 d5. Entry fee $20. Registration average must be under 2200; teammates may play in different sections; $17. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Re-entry: $100, no re-entry 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rounds at noon, 1:30 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. $50 to first in teams must register (no extra fee) before both players begin round 2. from Open Section to Open Section. 5-day schedule (Open only): Reg. each quad. Tue August 1 U.S. Open Quads (Tuesday Quads Only) Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. ends Wed 6 pm, rds. Wed. 7 pm, Thu 12 & 7, Fri 11 & 6, Sat 11 & 6, Sun G/60 d5. Entry Fee $20. Registration 9 a.m.-10:00 a.m., Rounds at 10:30 Prize limits: 1) If post-event rating posted 4/10/16-4/10/17 is more 10 & 4:15. 4-day schedule (except Open): Reg. ends Thu 6 pm, rds. a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. $50 to first in each quad. U.S. Open Bug- than 30 points over section maximum, prize limit $1500. 2) Players with Thu 7 pm, Fri 11 & 6, Sat 11 & 6, Sun 10 & 4:15. 3-day schedule house Sat. 10:30 AM 7/29. 18th Annual Golf Tournament for the US under 26 lifetime games as of 4/17 official cannot win over $500 in (except Open): Reg. ends Fri 10 am, rds. Fri 11, 2:30 & 6, Sat 11 & 6, Open Chess Players, (see tournament website for details). US Open U1100, $1000 in U1400, $1500 U1600, or $2000 U1800. 3) Balance of Sun 10 & 4:15. 2-day schedule (except Open): Reg. ends Sat. 9 am, Tennis Tournament (see tournament website for details). In addition, any limited prize goes to next player(s) in line. Open EF, for GMs, IMs rds. Sat. 10, 12, 2, 3:45 & 6, Sun 10 & 4:15. 4-day, 3-day, 2-day merge three other championships will also take place: the 2017 Denker Tour- & WGMs: $130 online by 4/11, $160 at site. Minimum prize guarantees & compete for same prizes. Byes: Half point byes OK all rounds, limit 3 nament of HS Champions (see website for participants’ list), the 2017 in Open Section, to players who enter online by 3/1 and play all 9 games byes, limit 2 in last 4 rounds. Open Section must commit before rd. 2, Barber Tournament of K-8 Champions (see website for participants’ with no byes: US GM $300, foreign GM $700 (limited to first 5 to enter, other sections before rd. 4. Bring sets, boards, clocks if possible- list) and the 2017 National Girls’ Tournament of Champions (see others $400), foreign IM/WGM $400, foreign FM/WIM $300, foreign none supplied. HR: $106-106-126, 215-625-2900, reserve by 3/31 or website for participants’ list). Please check the U.S. Open website FIDE rated $200. Open EF, for US players who are not USCF or FIDE rate may increase. Parking: (rates subject to change) Marriott valet, often for updates, new information and corrections and other rated 2200/over: $355 online at chessaction.com by 2/4, $375 online about $20/day (60% off regular rate) for first 100 spaces sold. Gateway useful documents! www.uschess.org/tournaments/2017/usopen/ by 4/11, $400 at site. Open EF, for others: $205 online at Garage, 1540 Spring St. (3/5 mile from Marriott, 1 block from Sheraton AUG. 5, VIRGINIA chessaction.com by 2/4, $225 online by 4/11, $250 at site. Open mailed Hotel), $7/day Sat & Sun, $20/day other days. 1324 Arch (2/5 mile US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 or phoned entries: all $10 more than online entry, mail by 4/4, phone from Marriott), $16/day. Car rentals: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD U.S. OPEN NATIONAL BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP (BLZ) to 406-896-2038 by 4/10. U2200 through U1400 Sections EF: $205 #D657633 or reserve car online at chesstour.com. Ratings: FIDE April 7 Double Round (14 games) Swiss, 1 section, G/5 d0. Blitz rated, higher of Regular or Blitz rating used for pairings and prizes. Entry fee: $40, free to Unrated players if paying US Chess dues. Registration: 9-11:30 a.m, round 1 begins at noon. $2000 Guaranteed Prizes! $$400-200- 150, U2200 $200-100, U2000 $200-100, U1800 $180-90, U1600/Unrated TOURNAMENT LIFE: ABBREVIATIONS & TERMS $140-70, U1400 $100, U1200 $70. (See U.S. Open Chess Championship TLA for venue details.) All tournaments are non-smoking with no computers allowed unless otherwise advertised. BLZ: Blitz rated. Memb. Membership required; cost follows. Usually refers Grand Prix QC: Quick Chess events. req’d: to state affiliate. APR. 8, MARYLAND $$Gtd: Guaranteed prizes. Open: A section open to all. Often has very strong play- US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 ers, but some eligible for lower sections can play MARYLAND APRIL ACTION $$b/x: Based-on prizes, x = number of entries needed to for the learning experience. payfull prize fund. At least 50% of the advertised 5SS, G/45;+5: incr. Rockville Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 4-player round robin sections; similar strength 20852. All Prizes Guaranteed. 2 Sections: Championship (min 1600 prize fund of $501 or more must be awarded. Quad: players. rating) $350-$225-$125-$75, U2000 $150. Under 1800 $275-$175-$100- Bye: Indicates which rounds players who find it incon- $50, U1600 $75, U1400 $50. Sets, boards and clocks provided. EF: venient to play may take 1⁄2-point byes instead. RBO: Rated Beginner’s Open. $35 by 4/4, $40 later Schedule: Reg. ends 10am, rds 10:30-12:30- 3:00-5:00-7:00. More information & online http://mdchess.com For example, Bye 1-3 means 1⁄2-point byes are Rds: Rounds; scheduled game times follow. For exam- APR. 8, PENNSYLVANIA available in Rounds 1 through 3. ple, 11-5, 9-3 means games begin 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. on the first day, 9 a.m. & 3 p.m. on the second day. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 CC: Chess club. DONALD BYRNE MEMORIAL Time delay, x = number of seconds. Reg: Registration at site. 4SS, G/60 d5. CLC Charter Schl, 2643 W. College Ave., State College, dx: Round robin (preceded by number of rounds). PA. 2 sections. Open: $300, 200, 100; U1600: $100; Special prize: $100 +xx: Time increment, xx = number of seconds added RR: to highest-scoring Penn State student who wins no other prize. Prizes after each move. SD/: Sudden-death time control (time for rest of game based on 30 entries. EF: $30; $25 with PSU student I.D. Reg.: On-site EF: Entry fee. follows). For example, 30/90, SD/1 means each cash only 9-9:30 a.m. Rds.: 10:00-1:00-3:30-6:30. Bye: Any round, commit player must make 30 moves in 90 minutes, then before first round. Parking: free at site. Info: [email protected]. Ent: Where to mail entries. complete the rest of the game in an hour. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Results submitted to FIDE for possible rating. APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, PENNSYLVANIA FIDE: SS: Swiss-System pairings (preceded by number of US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 200 (ENHANCED) G/: Game in. For instance, G/75 means each side has rounds). 11TH ANNUAL PHILADELPHIA OPEN 75 minutes for the entire game. Unr: Unrated. OPEN SECTION, APR 12-16: 9SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10. GM & IM norms GPP: Grand Prix Points available. possible, FIDE rated. OTHER SECTIONS, APR 13-16, 14-16 OR 15- W: Site is accessible to wheelchairs. 16: 7SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10 (3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10; 2-day option, HR: Hotel rates. For example, 60-65-70-75 means $60 rds. 1-4 G/30 d10). Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market single, $65 twin, $70/3 in room, $75/4 in room. WEB: Tournaments that will use a player’s online rating. St., Philadelphia, PA 19107, directly across the street from Reading Ter- minal Market with 80 food vendors. 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used for Open, USCF April official for U2200 & below; note that USCF REGENCY (address listed above). HR: (Sun-Thurs. $41.58!) (Fri. & Sat. Okoboji Open (IASCA GP Qualifier):TD Tim McEntee. 5 Round Swiss, ratings after the April list (see above) may result in a $1500 prize limit. $58.60!.1-866-386-7829 Reservation Code: CHESS417 (Reserve by 4/1/17 G/120 d5 for all rounds in the 3 day option. 2 day option has G/90 Dd Foreign player ratings: see www.chesstour.com/foreignratings.htm. to get Chess rate. INFO: Jerry Weikel, 6578 Valley Wood Dr., Reno, NV for rounds 1 and 2 and G/120 d5 for rounds 3-5. Sections merge Cellphone & anti-cheating rules: see www.chesstour.com/devices.htm. 89523, (775) 747-1405, [email protected] or check out our website at: after round 2. Arrowhead Resort & Conference Center, 1405 Highway Players must submit to a search for electronic devices if requested by www.renochess.org. To verify entry check website. 71 S. Okoboji, IA 51355. On-site registration or 5:00-5:45pm on 4-21 Director. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, APR. 15-16, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN (3 day option) and 8:00-8:45am on 4-22 (2 day option). Rounds: 3 day NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: DirectorAtChess.us, option: Friday 6:00pm; Saturday 10:00am,4:30pm; Sunday 9:00am; US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 2:30pm. 2 day option: Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm-4:30pm; Sunday 347-201-2269, chesstour.com. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com 2017 (online entries posted instantly). Blitz tournament Sat. 10:30 pm, reg. 9:00am; 2:30pm. Entry Fee: $50 (juniors and seniors $40) if paid by by 10:15 pm. (Sponsor: Harold C. Valery MD, Inc.); 4 Sections. Open/U1800/U1400/ April 14th. $60 cash or $65 check onsite. GM’s and IM’s free entry U700; 6SS, G/60 d0 for top 2 sections and G/30 d0 for bottom 2. 11514 Prize Info: Top 3 (guaranteed) $500+Trophy-$350-$200; U2000- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Santa Monica Blvd., LA 90025, 2nd fl. EF: $75; $55 LACC members; No APR. 14-16 OR 15-16, NEVADA $125,U1800-$115, U1600-$100 (b/30) US Chess Federation (USCF) prizes 1/2, spouses/siblings 1/2, new members 1/2. Reg.: Sat 10- membership required. On-Site Available. IASCA membership required, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED) 11:45. Register at LAChessClub.com and receive a free gift. Rds.: 12, $10 Or Patron $25 (Other States accepted) On-Site Available. 6TH ANNUAL RENO-LARRY EVANS MEMORIAL OPEN $$23,000 Okoboji 2, 4 pm each day. Byes: Up to three 1/2-point byes available. Last Rd Reserve (Under 1600):TD Tim McEntee. 5 Round Swiss, G/120 d5 B/275 ($14,150 GTD) - FIDE NEVADA bye before Rd. 5. 1-Day option I: Play 1 day- no 1/2 pt byes- 1/2 EF. for all rounds in the 3 day option. 2 day option has G/90 d5 for rounds 6SS, 40/2, G/55min-d5, 2-day (Rds. 1-3) G/1-d5. Sands Regency 1-Day option II: Play 1 day & get three 1/2 pt byes- Full EF. Prizes: 1 and 2 and G/120 d5 for rounds 3-5. Sections merge after round 2. Hotel/Casino, 345 N. Arlington Ave., Reno, NV 89501.1-866-386-7829 or $$1,500 (b/45) $1000 Gtd. 1st-3rd $400-200-100 U2000: $100. U1800: On-site registration or 5:00-5:45pm on 4-21 (3 day option) and 8:00- (775) 348-2200. $$23,000 b/275. $$14,150 Gtd. (Prizes 1-7 in Open Section $200-100-$50; U1600: $100-50; U1400: $100-50; U1200: Book prize. 8:45am on 4-22 (2 day option). Rounds: 3 day option: Friday 6:00pm; Gtd. plus 1/2 of all other prizes). 6 Sections. Open (2200 & above) EF: Best attack: $25; Biggest upset: $25. Info: (310) 795-5710; Mick@ Saturday 10:00am,4:30pm; Sunday 9:00am;2:30pm. 2 day option: Sat- $159, 2000-2199 - $200, 1999 & below $300. (GMs & IMs free but must LAChessClub.com or www.LAChessClub.com. Parking: Free on streets, urday 9:00am-1:00pm-4:30pm; Sunday 9:00am; 2:30pm. Entry Fee: enter by 3/14 or pay late fee). $$2,000-1,000-800-600-400-300-200, BoA, or basement. $30 if paid by April 14th. Prize Info: Top 3 (guaranteed) $300+Tro- (2399/below)- $1,000, (2299/below)- $1,000. (If there is a tie for 1st then APR. 18, NEW YORK phy-$175-$125; U1400-$100, U1250-$75, U1000 $50 (b/20). US Chess a playoff for $100 out of prize fund plus trophy). Sec. Expert (2000-2199) US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 Federation (USCF) membership required. On-Site Available. Send EF: $159; $$2,000-700-300-200-200. Sec ”A” (1800-1999) EF: $158; MARSHALL MASTERS Entry Fee to: Make checks payable to S-O Chess Club/ Jodene Kruse $$1,800-700-300-200-200, Sec. ”B”(1600-1799) EF: $157; $$1,700-700- 4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to 2000+ players. FIDE Rapid rated. $750 GTD: and mail to 934 6th St., Sibley, IA 51249, (712)330-8254 or email to 300-200-200, Sec. ”C”(1400-1599) EF: $156; $$1,400-600-300-200-200, [email protected] or Pay online: Onlinechessregistration.cc Sec. ”D”/under (1399below) EF: $150: $$1,000-500-300-200, 1199/below 250-150-100. Top U2400 125, Top U2300 100, Biggest upset $25. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs $30. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- by April 14. Additional Info: $79 Hotel rate if reserved by March - $200; 2-day Schedule EF: $155 (no Open Section). Top Senior (65+) - 21. Additional Info: $79 Hotel rate if reserved by March 21. Call the $200; Club Champ $600-300 (Provisional rated players, GM’s, IM’s and 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. Arrowwood resort at 1-800-727-4561. Side Event: Blitz Tournament unrated players not eligible for Top Senior or Club Championship). ALL: Friday, Apr. 21 after the 1st round is done. Time Controls: 5SS, G/5 Entries must be postmarked by 3/14 or pay late fee-$11 until 4/11 (do not US Chess Junior Grand Prix! d0. Round Times: Half pt. by given B4 Blitz starts. Only 1 bye given mail after 4/7 or email after 4/11) $22 at site. Trophies 1st – 3rd (“A” – APR. 20, 27, MAY 4, 11, 18, 25, NEW YORK to a player. Prizes $100 based on 10 players: $50 1st, $25 2nd “D” sections, Expert section 1st only). Unrated players are free entry but US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 U1600 $15, U1400 $10. Entry Fee for BLITZ: $10. not eligible for cash prizes. Unrated players must join USCF for 1 full year LONG ISLAND CC ILAN KREITNER MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT or add 1 full year’s membership thru this tournament. 1st Unrated = US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 6SS, G/90 d5. United Methodist Church, 470 East Meadow Ave., East APR. 22, WISCONSIN trophy + 1 yr. USCF Mem. $10 discount to Seniors (65+ yrs.) Players may Meadow, NY 11554. Open to all: $2000 GTD: $600-$400. Top U-2000, play up. Provisionally rated players may only win 1/2 of 1st place money U-1750, U-1500, U-1250/unr. $250 ea. $50 LICC Mem- US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 EF (cash only): HALES CORNERS CHALLENGE XXV (except Open Section 1-7. CCA ratings may be used. Note: pairings not bers, $60 Non-LICC members. Reg: 6:45 – 7:20 PM. Adv. Ent: Cash changed for color unless 3 in a row or a plus 3 and if the unlikely situation only in person at the LICC any Thursday evening prior to rd. 1 (NO adv 4SS, G/60 d6. 2 Sections: Open & Reserve (under 1600). Olympia occurs 3 colors in a row may be assigned. SIDE EVENTS: Wed. (4/12) entry via mail, e-mail, or online). Rds: 7:30 PM SHARP ea. Thursday. 2 Resort Hotel, 1350 Royale Mile Rd., Oconomowoc, WI 53066; 1-800- 7:00pm GM Sergey Kudrin – Clock Simul with game analysis ($30); Thurs. byes 1- 6 (rd. 6 bye decl. before rd. 3), No draws by agreement prior to 558-9573 (mention Southwest Chess Club for $99 room rate). EF: (4/13) 6-7:15pm Lecture by IM John Donaldson (FREE); 7:30pm- GM Black’s 25th move, Rdm. pairings var. (within each score group) of the $40-Open, $30-Reserve, both $5 more after April 20. Comp EF for USCF Melikset Khachiyan - Simul ($20); 7:30pm-Blitz (G/5 d0)) Tourney ($25) SS used. Info: www.lichessclub.com. 2200+. $$GTD: Open: 1st-$325, 2nd-$175, A-$100, B & Below-$75; 80% entries = Prize Fund. Sat. (4/15) 3-4:30pm Free Game/Position Reserve: 1st-$100, 2nd-$75, D-$50, E & Below-$40. Goddesschess Analysis - IM John Donaldson. ALL REG: (4/13) 5-8pm,(4/14) 9-10am, US Chess Junior Grand Prix! prizes for Females in addition to above prizes: Open: $50 per win/$25 (4/15) 9-10 am. RDS.: (Fri)12-7, (Sat)10-7, (Sun)9:30-4:30. (2 Day Schedule: APR. 21-23 OR 22-23, IOWA per draw; Reserve: $20 per win/$10 per draw; Perfect Score Prize for (Sat.)Rds. 1 -10:30 am, Rd. 2- 1:00 pm, Rd. 3- 3:30 pm. Rd. 4 merge with US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) Females: $80 in Open/$40 in Reserve. Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Rds.: 10-1- regular schedule – 7:00 pm. Byes available any round if requested by Rd.1 11TH ANNUAL OKOBOJI CHESS OPEN, RESERVE (UNDER 1600) 3:30-6. Entries/Questions to: Robin Grochowski, 3835 E. Morris Ave., (Open Section 2 byes max). 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54 April 2017 | Chess Life See previous issue for TLAs appearing April 1-14

APR. 22, PENNSYLVANIA US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 100 10:45am. Rds.: Sat/Sun 11-3:30 Max one bye, req. at entry. HR: $59, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 BILL WRIGHT SAINT LOUIS OPEN (FIDE RATED) $10K EVENT 215-674-2500 free parking/wifi. ENT: www.keystonechessclub.org. 3RD ANNUAL LVCA BRUCE ALBERSTON MEMORIAL $1500 5SS, G/90 + 30 second increment. Chess Club & Scholastic Center of US Chess Junior Grand Prix! GTD-RBO Saint Louis, 4657 Maryland Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63108. Free entries APR. 29-30, ILLINOIS for GMs and IMs. EF: $100, $80 if registered by 4/25. Two Sections: 5SS, G/30 d5. College Hill Moravian Church, 72 W. Laurel St., Bethlehem, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 PA. 2 Sections: Open: $350 $250-$150, U2100/Unr-U1900-U1700-U1500- Open (FIDE Rated) & U2000. Prize Fund: $10,000 UNCONDITIONALLY CHICAGO CHESS CENTER 1ST HAYMARKET MEMORIAL GUARANTEED!! Open Section: $1500-$1000-$800-$650-$300. Under $75 ea. U1200:1st-$100, 2nd-3rd-U900-Unr-$50 ea. Mixed/Fam. Doubles: Room 605, UIC Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL $75 ea. $30 by 4/17, $35 CASH on site. GM/IM free; $30 from prize. 2300: $600-$400-$250. Under 2100: $350-$200. Under 2000 Section: EF: 60607. $5,000 based on 88 players; $2,500 guaranteed! ends 10:45 am. Sat-11,12:30, 2:30, 4, 5:30. $1000-$600-$350-$200. U1800: $500-$250. U1600: $400-$200. U1400: All Three Sec- Reg.: Rds.: 1/2 pt byes: 4SS, 40/90, SD/30, inc/30, Accelerated pairings possible. ½-byes limit 2. www.lehighvalleychesscub.org, 484-866-3045. $300-$150. Reg.: 3:00-6:30 on Friday Afternoon. Rds.: Friday: 7:00 PM. tions: Info: Checks available in all rounds; request before rd.2. 10-4 Saturday, 10- payable to: Bruce Davis, 1208 Linden St., Fl. 1, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Saturday 12:00, 5:00 Sunday 11:00, 4:00. Two half point byes available Rounds if declared before Round 2. MCA Membership required from $5. OSA. 4 Sunday. Open: EF: $69 in advance, $80 on-site. U2000 may play up for US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 4657 Maryland Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63108 or online at saintlouis- additional $15. GMs and IMs play for free; no prize reduction!.$1000- APR. 22-23, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERN Ent: chessclub.org. Info: 314-361-CHESS, [email protected]. 500-200. U2300 $300 $100 U2100 $200. Under 2000: Open to 1999 & US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 under. EF: $67 in advance, $80 on-site. U1600 may play up for additional 12TH ANNUAL FRANK DOYLE OPEN US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $15. $400-200-100. U1800 $300 $150 $100. Unrated may not win more Exchange Bank, 444 Aviation Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95401. 4 Round A State Championship Event! than $200. Under 1600: Open to 1599 & under. EF: $59 in advance, $70 Swiss, G/120 d5. In 3 Sections, Open: 4SS, G/120 d5, $$GTD: $250- APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, GEORGIA on-site. 20% discount for CCC members. $400-200-100. U1400:$200 175. Reserve: 4SS, G/120 d5, Open to 1899 & under. $$GTD: $200-125. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 $120 $100; U1200 $120 $110 $100. Unrated may not win more than Booster: 4SS, G/120 d5, Open to 1499 & under. $$GTD: $150-100. Unr. 2017 PHILLIP TAYLOR GEORGIA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP $100. REG.: chichess.org/events or mail to Chicago Chess Center NFP must play in Booster Section. Unrated players winning prizes will only 5-SS, G/90 +30. Emory University, Cox Hall Ballroom, 569 Asbury Inc. P.O. Box 180095, Chicago, IL 60618; onsite 8:30-9:45 a.m. No phone receive half of the prize. ALL: EF: $35 advance until 4/19, $45 at site. Cir., Atlanta, GA 30322. Park free, allow 15 min to park and walk. Open entries. 20% discount for CCC members. INFO: Bill Brock, 773-294-1709, No phone or e-mail entries. $10 fee to play up a section. Reg.: 04/22 to all USCF members. GA residents require GCA memberships. Prizes: [email protected]. www.chichess.org. Sets and clocks provided. W. 8:30am - 9:30am. Rds.: Sat 10, 3; Sun 10, 3. ENT: Paul Stagnoli, 4233 $10,000 Guaranteed! All players must compete within their ratings class per the April ratings supplements - No Exceptions. “TD reserves the US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Kintyre Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95409-4127. INFO: (707) 478-4385, MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, MICHIGAN [email protected]. http://pstagnol.users.sonic.net/tournaments. Bring right to assign a rating based on a player having a rating in another your own equipment, none provided. No Cell phones allowed. W. rating system such as FIDE or a foreign rating. In instances where the US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 TD assigns a rating that is the rating that will be used for sectioning 14TH ANNUAL GREAT LAKES OPEN A Heritage Event! purposes and prize purposes. Players must disclose if they have a rating Held at McCamly Plaza Hotel, 50 Capital Avenue SW, Battle Creek, MI A State Championship Event! in another system. Failure to do so may result in being ineligible for 49017 (See Lodging below). 4 Sections: OPEN, U1800 (RESERVE), U1400, APR. 23, MASSACHUSETTS prizes and/or expelled from the tournament.” In 4 sections: Champi- Novice (U800, 1 Day Only). 5-SS (4-SS in Novice). OPEN Section USCF US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED) onship (FIDE rated; Open to USCF rated 2000 and above): and FIDE-rated. OPEN Section participants must have USCF and FIDE 27TH MASSACHUSETTS G/60 CHAMPIONSHIP $1000-500-300-150-125; U2100: $250-150-100. Under 2000 $900-500- memberships in addition to a State membership; can be purchased on 4SS, G/60 d5. Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, 181 Boston Post Road 300-150-125; U1850: $250-150-100. Under 1700: $900-500-300-150-125; site (FIDE membership is free). USCF rating is used for PAIRING and West, Marlboro, MA 01752 (I-495, exit 24B, Rt. 20W, one mile from U1550: $250-150-100. Under 1400 $900-500-300-150-125; U1200: $250- PRIZES. GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20. 2-day & 3-DAY SCHEDULES. Up to exit). 508-460-0700 or 888-543-9500. $$ 2,500 b/100 paid entries 150-100. Trophies and Titles to top Georgia resident in above sections. two 1/2-point byes allowed; must be requested prior to start of RD. 3. (U1200 counts 70%), $2,000 minimum (80% each prize). 6 sects. Open: EF: $93 online, $ 99 on-site. Free entry to FIDE IGM/IM/WGM/WIM SCHEDULES MERGE AFTER RD. 2. NO RE-ENTRIES IN OPEN OR NOVICE $300-175, top Under 2400 $150, top Under 2200 $150. Under 2000: ($93 deducted from prize). Online registration deadline Apr. 26 (Wed). SECTIONS. Re-Entry in Reserve (U1800): $40. Re-entry in U1400: $35. $250-125. Under 1800: $250-125. Under 1600: $200-125. Under 1400: On-site registration: Apr 28 (Fri) 5:30-6:30 pm for 3-day, Apr 29 (Sat) USCF and a STATE Membership Required – can be purchased on site! $200-100. Under 1200: $150-100, top Under 1000 $100. Unrated prize 9:00-10:00 am for 2-day. Rounds: 3 day schedule: Fri-7pm, Sat-2:30pm, Cell Phone and Headset Rules firmly apply; Rules posted on site. Prize limits: $75 in U1200, $100 in U1400, $125 in U1600, $150 in U1800, 7:30 pm, Sun-10am, 3:30 pm. 2 day schedule: Sat-(Time Control: G/90 Fund: $4,700. (66 2/3% Guar.). ONLINE REGISTRATION (beginning $175 in U2000. EF: $34 if mailed by 4/19 or online by 4/21, $45 at site. d5 – not FIDE-rated), then merges with 3 Day Schedule. Byes: One 1/2 December 19th) available at: www.bccfoundation.org/glopen. CHIEF $10 discount to players in U1200 Section. GMs and IMs free. Reg.: 8-9 point bye available in rounds 1-4. Must declare 1/2 pt byes when entering TD: Tony Nichols ([email protected]). NATIONAL ARBITOR: DR. a.m. Rds: 10-1-3:30-6. Other: Bye 1-4 with entry, limit 1, must commit and no changes permitted after commencement of Round 1. Info: ED MANDELL ([email protected]). EF: (*SEE NOVICE Section before round 2, no half point byes for players receiving full point byes. www.georgiachess.org, [email protected]. below) By April 28th (add $10 after, add $15 on site): OPEN SECTION: MACA memb. required for Mass. residents ($12 adult, $6 jr. U18, add 3-DAY, $83. 2-DAY, $82. IM’s/GM’s Free! ($80 EF deducted from prize.) $8 for Chess Horizons subscription). Ent: Robert Messenger, 4 Hamlett US Chess Junior Grand Prix! : 3-DAY, $63. 2-DAY, $62. 3-DAY, APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, FLORIDA U1800 SECTION U1400 SECTION: Dr., Apt. 12, Nashua, NH 03062 or online (PayPal) at www.MassChess.org. $46. 2-DAY, $45. NOVICE (U800): $12. TL: 3-DAY: Rds. 1-5, 40/120 d5, Make checks payable to MACA. Info: 603-891-2484 or send email to US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 SD/30. 2-DAY: Rds. 1-2, G-60 d5. RDs 3-5, 40/120;d5 SD/30. RDS.: 3- [email protected]. Day of the tournament call 603-557-1732. W. 24TH SPACE COAST OPEN DAY: Fri: 7 pm. Sat: 12, 6:00. Sun: 10, 3:30. 2-DAY: Sat: 12:30, 3, 6:00. APR. 28, NEW YORK 5SS, Top section FIDE rated (USCF ratings used for pairings & prizes) at G/90+30 sec. incr., All other sections but Class E/U1200 G/120 d5, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 MARSHALL $500 FIDE BLITZ (BLZ) Class E/U1200 G/90 d5 (2-day Rd. 1 for all sections G/60 d5). International Palms Resort, 1300 N. Atlantic Ave. (Hwy A1A), Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. 9-SS, G/3 +2. FIDE Blitz rated. $200-100, top U2400/unr, U2200, CONTINENTAL CHESS SCHEDULE $500: b/200 pd., $10,000 Gtd. 6 Sections: $1500+tro- U2000, U1800: $50. USCF regular rating used for pairings & prizes. $$15,000 Master/Expert: Visit www.chesstour.com for late news, hotel EF: phy-800-500-300, U2400 $1100+trophy, U2200 $1000+trophy-500-300. $30, MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. 6:15-6:45. 7-7:30-7:50-8:10- availability, results, games, minimum ratings, etc. Reg.: Rds.: $1000+trophy-500-300-200. $1000+trophy-500-300- 8:40-9-9:20-9:40-10pm. Max three byes. Request at entry. 23 W. 10th Class A: Class B: Enter tournaments at chessaction.com. St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. 200. Class C: $800+trophy-400-250-150. Class D: $700+trophy- To receive our free email newsletter, see 400-200-100. Class E/U1200: $600+trophy-300-200-100, U1000 chess calendar.com or chesstour.com. A Heritage Event! $300+trophy-200, U800 $200+trophy-100, trophies to top Brevard Most tournaments have alternate schedules US Chess Junior Grand Prix! County scholastics players in K-3, K-5, K-8, K-12, book to plus score not with less or more days than below. APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, MASSACHUSETTS winning other prize. Rated players may play up one class only. Unr. All: Asterisk means full details in this issue- US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED) may enter any section. Unr. may not win over $300 or trophy unless 26TH ANNUAL EASTERN CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS place prize in Master/Expert section. Prizes for 1st-3rd brilliancy & otherwise, see future issues or our website. Phone entry at 406-896-2038. if not in event 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Host Hotel at biggest upset rds. 1-4. EF: $99 by 4/21, $20 more later & onsite; $20 Cedar Lake, 366 Main St., Sturbridge, MA 01566 (I-84 Exit 3, near I-90). less if Unr. or under age 18. Re-entry $50 by rd. 3 (1/2 pt. byes for publicity, $10 more than online entry fee, available until 4 days before tournament.. Free parking. $$20,000 guaranteed prizes. In 7 sections: Master earlier rds.). GM/IM free entry available online until 3/31, else $99 from (2200/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear winner or 1st on tiebreak $100 prize. Special EF for Brevard County students in any section: $25 online Events in red offer FIDE norm chances. bonus, top U2300 $800-400. Expert (2000-2199): $1500-700-400-300. by 4/21, $30 online by 5 pm on 4/27 or at site (counts as 1/4 entry for Class A (1800-1999/Unr): $1500-700-400-300. Class B (1600-1799/Unr): based on prize fund). Reg.: Ends 1/2 hr. before 1st rd. Rds.: Rd. 1 7:30 4/12-16: Philadelphia Open, Philadelphia PA* $1500-700-400-300. Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1300-700-400-300. Class pm Fri. (2-day 10 am Sat. at G/60 d5); Rd. 2 Sat. 1:15; Rd. 3 all sections 4/28-30: Eastern Class Championships, Sturbridge MA* D (1200-1399/Unr): $700-400-200-100. Class E (Under 1200/Unr): $600- but Class E/U1200 6:30, Class E/U1200 5:45; Rd. 4 Sun. 9:30; Rd. 5 all 5/19-21: New York State Open, Lake George NY* 300-200-100, plaques to top 3, 1st U1000, U800, U600, Unr. Rated players sections but Class E/U1200 2:30, Class E/U1200 1:45. Up to 2 half point 5/25-29: Chicago Open, Wheeling IL* may play up one section. Prize limits: Unrated may not win over $100 in byes if req’d before rd. 2. Side events: Space Coast Open Blitz. G/5 d0. 6/9-11: Northeast Open, Stamford CT* E, $200 D, $400 C or $600 B. Mixed doubles bonus prizes: best Prizes: Cash prizes based on entries. EF: $20. Blitz starts at 10:15 pm 6/16-18: Continental Class, Falls Church VA* male/female 2-player “team” combined score among all sections: $600- Sat. Other events: see www.bocachess.com/spacecoastopen. HR: $97, 6/23-25: World Open Senior, Philadelphia PA* 300. Team average must be under 2200; teammates may play in different Oceanside $117, Loft $137. Resort fee $5.95. 800-206-2747 or 321-783- 6/23-25: World Open Women’s, Philadelphia PA* sections; teams must register (no extra fee) before both players begin 2271, reserve by 4/8. Ent: Payable to: Space Coast Chess Foundation, 6/24-25: World Open Under 2300, Philadelphia PA* round 2. Top 5 sections EF: $115 online at chessaction.com by 4/26, c/o Jon Haskel, 2385 NW Executive Center Dr., #100, Boca Raton, FL 6/24-29: Philadelphia International, Philadelphia PA* $120 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 4/24 (entry only, no questions), 3-day 33431. Online entry and add’l info: www.bocachess.com/space- 6/26-28: World Open Warmup, Philadelphia PA* $118, 2-day $117 mailed by 4/19, $130 at site, or online until 2 hours coastopen, [email protected], 561-302-4377. 6/28-29: World Open Under 13, Philadelphia PA* before round 1. GMs free, $100 deducted from prize. Class D or E EF: All 6/29: World Open Action, Philadelohia PA* US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 6/29-7/4: World Open, Philadelphia PA* $50 less than top 5 sections EF. No checks at site, credit cards OK. APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, CALIFORNIA, NORTHERN Online EF $5 less to MACA members; may join/renew at masschess.org. 7/14-16: Chicago Class, Wheeling IL* usually used if otherwise unrated. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) 7/14-16: Pacific Coast Open, Ontario CA* Unofficial uschess.org ratings Special BAY AREA CHESS SUMMER START CHAMPIONSHIP 1 yr USCF dues with magazine if paid with entry: Online at chessaction.com, 7/21-23: Southern Open, Orlando FL* Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at 1639A S. Main St., Milpitas, CA 95035. 5SS, G/90+30, 2-day rds. 1-2 7/21-23: Bradley Open, Windsor Locks CT* site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. Re-entry $60; not G/60 d5. Park free. Prizes: 5,000 b/90 (60% guar). 3 sects: 2000+ 7/28-30: Peter Henner Memorial, Albany NY* available in Master Section. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri (FIDE) $1,000-500-200, u2300: 250-125-100. 1600-1999: $700-300- 8/11-13: Continental Open, Sturbridge MA* 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, 100, u1800: 200-100, u1600: $700-300-100 u1400: 125-100, u1200: 8/11-13: Cleveland Open, Cleveland OH rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. Byes: OK all, limit 2; Master must 100. Unr max $100 exc Open. Apr 17 Supp & TD disc. Reg.: F 6:30- 8/11-13: Central California Open, Fresno CA commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 3. HR: $97-97, 800-582-3232, 508- 6:45p & Sa 9:30-9:45a. Rds.: F 7p, Sa 10a, 3p Su 10a 2:30p. (2-day Sa 8/18-20: Manhattan Open, New York NY 347-7393, request chess rate, reserve by 4/7 or rate may increase. Car 10a 12:30 & merge). EF: 99, Econ EF: 79 w 60% prz, after 4/21 +20. 8/25-27: Atlantic Open, Arlington VA rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633, or reserve car online Playup +25. Rated 2250+ $0 by 4/13 (prize - EF). Info: 8/25-27: Indianapolis Open, Indianapolis IN through chesstour.com. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box http://BayAreaChess.com/champs. 9/2-4: New York State Championship, Albany 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Questions: DirectorAtChess.us, chesstour.com, 9/22-24: Hartford Open, Windsor Locks CT US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 10/6-9: Washington Chess Congress, Arlington VA chesstour.info, 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. Entries APR. 29-30, PENNSYLVANIA posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz tour- 10/6-8: Midwest Class Championships, Wheeling IL US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 10/27-29: Eastern Chess Congress, Princeton NJ nament Sat 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15 pm. GREATER PHILADELPHIA WEEKEND OPEN For later events, see chesstour.com. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 4SS, 40/90,SD/15;+30. Days Inn, 245 Easton Rd., Horsham, PA 19044. APR. 28-30, MISSOURI EF: $40. $$GTD: Open: $400-200-100-50. U1800: $100-50. Reg.: to

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Sun: 10, 3:30. REGISTRATION: 3-DAY: Fri, May 5, 4:30–6:00 PM. 2- Friday 6PM, rounds: Friday 7PM; Saturday 11 AM & 5 PM; Sunday 10 12:35 p.m. Unrated player may win up to $55 in Under 1750, $33 in DAY: Sat, May 6: 9:00–11:30 AM. ONLINE REGISTRATION (beginning AM & 3:30 PM. 2-day schedule: Registration ends Saturday 10 AM; Under 1350. Reg.: 8:45-9:35 a.m., Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Ent: Parker Mont- December 19th) available at: www.bccfoundation.org/glopen. MAIL-IN rounds: Saturday 11 AM, 2 PM & 5 PM; Sunday 10 AM & 3:30 PM.1/2 pt gomery, PO Box 831, Middlebury, VT 05753-0831; vermonty64@ REGISTRATION: Holly Munsch, Battle Creek Community Foundation, 34 bye (limit 2) available before round 3. Entry: Ron Sanders Jr., P.O.Box earthlink.net, mobile 802-349-7739. W. Jackson St., Ste. 1, Battle Creek, MI 49017. *NOVICE SECTION 241762, Little Rock, AR 72223, [email protected]. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! (U800): 4-SS. Sat, May 6 (1 Day Only). Open to U800 or Unrated Only. A Heritage Event! MAY 7, NEW JERSEY REG.: Sat, 9-10:30 am. TL: G/25 d5. RDS: 11:30, 1, 2:30, 4. PRIZES: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED) Trophies for Top 5 overall. Trophies also for Top U600, U400, UNR. MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, MARYLAND DR. DAVID OSTFELD MEMORIAL ICA OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP Medals to everyone scoring 2.5 and not receiving a trophy. $$: $4,700 US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 Bergen Academy, 200 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, NJ 07601. Open to Prize Fund (66 2/3% Guar). OPEN SECTION: $2,500 (b/40): 1st, 2nd, MARYLAND OPEN 3rd: $900, $500; $350. Top U2200, U2000, U1800/UNR: $250 Each. All Ages With Rating above 1400. 4SS, G/61 d5. Prize Fund: 1st - 3rd 5SS, 40/90, SD/30 + 30” incr, (Rnd. 1 G/90 +30” incr) (2-day schedule: $300, $250, $200, U2200, U2000, U1800, U1600 each $100 Top U2200 RESERVE (U1800): $1,300 (b/34): 1st, 2nd: $550, $350; TOP U1600, U1400/UNR: $200 Each. $90 (b/34): 1st, 2nd: $350, rds. 1-2 G/45+30”incr) U1300 & U1000 G/120 d5 (rds. 1-2 G/60 d5), will receive a free entry into the 2017 NJ Open. Best Under 13 Years Old U1400 SECTION: $75, Best Over 55 Years Old $75. Reg Ends at 9 AM Only one 1/2-point $250; TOP U1200, UI000, U800/UNR: $100 Each. UNR eligible for Top (U1300 3-day option rds. 1&2 G/120 d5) Rockville Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852. $$Based on score. 7 sections: Championship bye allowed, if requested before the start of round two. Adv (pmk. By or UNRATED Prizes ONLY. This AAA Four-Diamond Hotel is EF: LODGING: (min. rating of 2000) FIDE rated: 5.0 =$1600, 4.5 =$800, 4.0=$450, May 3) $45, AT Site $50. GMs Free Entry. 201-797-0330 or chessdi- located in Downtown Battle Creek. Call Toll-Free 1-888-622-2659 for INFO 3.5=$175, 3.0=$50 [min $1500 payout, top score group raised if less [email protected]. $$b/40: Prize Fund Will Not Be Reduced Below 70%. Reservations or go online at www.mccamlyplaza.com. Ask for the Great than $1500]. U2200 (FIDE rated): 5.0 =$1500, 4.5 =$700, 4.0=$350, Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 2:15 PM, 4:30 PM. ENT: Make EF payable to: Lakes Open chess rate ($94/night)–must reserve by April 9th for this 3.5=$150, 3.0=$40. U2000: 5.0 =$1200, 4.5 =$650, 4.0=$325, International Chess Academy. Mail To: Diana Tulman, 28 Canterbury Ln., great rate! Parking $8, unlimited in and out privileges. Free parking in 3.5=$125. U1800: 5.0= $1200, 4.5 = $600, 4.0= $300, 3.5= $100. New Milford, NJ 07646. Online reg: https://ica.jumbula.com/#/ica_tour- nearby areas on weekends. For directions to hotel, go online to U1600: 5.0= $1000, 4.5= $500, 4.0= $250, 3.5= $100. U1300: 5.0= naments. INFO: www.icanj. net. W. www.mapquest.com or www.yahoo.com/maps. registration Info: Holly $500, 4.5= $250, 4.0= $125, 3.5= $50. U1000 (no adult UNR): 5.0= Munsch, (269) 962-2181. Email: [email protected]. CHESS INFO: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $250, 4.5= $125, 4.0= $50, 3.5= $20. Trophies to top 10 & U800 in MAY 13, OHIO Chief Tournament Director, Tony Nichols, Email: [email protected] U1000. If no 5-0 in section, then sole 1st @ 4.5 or shared 1st at US Chess Junior Grand Prix! lower score receive bonus (added to score prize) - Championship: US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, ARKANSAS $300; U2200 $200, U2000 $150, U1800 & U1600: $100; U1300 & U1000: “DON’T FORGET MOTHER’S DAY” PAWN STORM XXXV 4SS, G/60, +10. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. Fifth St., Dayton, OH 45402. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) $50. Unrated limited to $100 in U1000, $200 in U1300, and $400 in 4TH ANNUAL LITTLE ROCK SPRING OPEN U1600. Sets and boards provided. Clocks provided in the Champi- EF: $40 to May 10th then $50. GTD Prizes: Open $400-200, U1900 $201- onship, U2200, U2000, and U1800 sections. Optionally, pairings $50, U1600 $200-50. Reg.: 9:30-1015. Rds.: 10:30-1:30-4:30-7:00. DCC 5SS, G/40/120, SD/30 d5. Little Rock Marriott, 3 Statehouse Plaza, mbrs $5 disc. Mail EF to: Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH Little Rock, AR 72201, (501) 906-4600; HR: $109 (ask for chess rate can be texted/emailed to your phone. Free Sunday morning con- tinental breakfast for players. Free parking for day guests. EF: $99 45402 or register online at www.daytonchessclub.com. More info call before April 14). Airport shuttle service, reservation required, compli- 937.461.6283 or email [email protected] mentary: Shuttle Phone: (501) 906-4000 Valet parking $25/day; nearby by 4/21, $109 by 5/2, and $114 online only by 5/4, $120 at the door. garage $12/day. Hotel is approximately 7 miles from Bill and Hillary Special EFs: $55 less for U1000 , $35 less for U1300, GMs free, IMs US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Clinton National Airport. Marriott Little Rock. 3 sections. Open, Reserve $45 off EF. HR: $99, ($5 EF discount if staying at hotel). Rooms may not MAY 13-14, TEXAS (U1600) and Novice (U1200). Novice section: 5SS, G/30 d5 (Recording be avail after 4/21. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 7pm, rds. Fri 8, Sat US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) encouraged, but not required). Open and Reserve Sections: 3-day sched- 11&6, Sun 9:30 & 3:30. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10am rds. 11, 2017 DCC FIDE OPEN V ule: Rounds 1-5 G/40/120, SD/30 d5. 2-day schedule: Round 1-2, G/60 2:15 & 6, Sun 9:30 & 3:30. U1300 & U1000 schedule Reg. ends Sat 5SS, G/90 inc/30. Dallas Chess Club, 200 S. Cottonwood Dr. #C, Richard- 10am rds. 11, 1:15 & 4:00, Sun 9:30 & 1:30. U1300 3-day schedule Reg. d5. Rounds 3-5, 40/120, SD/30 d5. Novice Section: Saturday (May 6th) son, TX 75080. Two sections: Open and Reserve. Open: $$875G. FIDE only. 5SS, G/30 d5. Play all 5 rounds. Registration 9-9:45 AM. Round 1 ends Fri 7 pm, rds. Fri 8, Sat 11 & 4:00, Sun 9:30 & 1:30. Ent: MCA, and US Chess rated but uses FIDE rules. Use US Chess ratings and starts at 10:00 AM, remainder ASAP with small lunch break. EF: Open 1827 Thornton Ridge Rd., Towson, MD 21204. Detailed rules, more infor- rules for pairings and for awarding prizes. Default late forfeiture time and Reserve: $45 postmarked by April 28th. $50 at site (no checks). mation and registration at http://themdopen.com. is one hour. TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion. Note that GM and IM free entry; $50 deducted from prizes. If first tournament, MAY 6, VERMONT Foreign players must disclose their FIDE ID number before 1st round then $35 (preregistered) or $45 at site. Scholastic Section: $20 post- US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED) in order to play. Note that USA Players with no FIDE ID must disclose marked by April 28th, $30 at site (no checks). Must have active USCF BENNINGTON SPRING OPEN IN SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT their email address. $$ $500-$250-$125. EF: 2400+ $125, 2000-2399 membership for all sections; available on site. Prizes: Guaranteed 4SS, G/60 d5. Bennington Free Library, 101 Silver St., Bennington, VT $90, 1600 -1999 $99, U1600 $125, Senior/Birthday during tournament/ $1,350 Open Section: 1st $500, 2nd $300, U2000 $150, U1800 $50. 05201. Three sections. Open, $$G: 200-130, U2100 120, U1900 110. Additional Family Member $55. For DFW area players, Dallas Chess Unrateds only eligible for Open prizes. Reserve Section (U1600): 1st Under 1750, $$G: 130-80, U1550 100. Under 1350, $$G: 100-60, U1150 Club membership required or pay $20 non member fee. Small Minimum $200, 2nd $100, 3rd $50 Novice Section (U1200): Trophies to top 3 fin- 60-40. All, EF: $30 if rec’d by 5/4 (PayPal OK) or $35 at site; both $8 prize to the First three GM/IM’s who apply. GM/IM must play all rounds ishers. Medals to all participants. 3-day schedule: Registration ends less if U900/Unr. Half-point bye OK for any one round if requested by to get minimum prize (entry fee may be deducted from prize). Reserve:

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Open to players rated below 2000 USCF. This section is not Fide Rated able in Open Section. GMs, IMs & WGMs free, $60 deducted from prize. Fedorowicz. $100,000 guaranteed prize fund. In 8 sections (unrated but is US Chess rated and uses US Chess rules. EF: $40. The Reserve 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & allowed only in Open, U2300, U2100 or U1000). Open: Open to players give back 10% in prizes and if at least 8 paid entries and if there is a 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 &, 5, Sun 10 who are/were rated 2200/over by USCF or FIDE or pay $100 extra. clear winner, then that winner receives free entry to next DCC Fide & 3:15. Half point byes OK all, must commit before rd. 2; limit 2 byes $10000-5000-2500-1300-1000-800-600-500-400-400, clear or tiebreak Open. In the reserve section, Tournament reserves the right to use (limit 1 bye if under 1810/unr in Open). HR: $80-80, call 518-668-5744 winner bonus $300, top FIDE Under 2400/Unr $2000-1000. FIDE rated, Fide rules on electronic devices and on starting White’s clock at start Mon-Fri 9 am-5pm, reserve by 4/29 or rate may increase. Car rental: GM and IM norms possible. Under 2300: $5000-2500-1200-800-600- of a round and to use FIDE pairing rules. Also clocks will be set to ‘halt Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633, or reserve car online through 500-400-300-300-300. Under 2100: $5000-2500-1200-800-600-500-400- at end’. Both: Reg.: Saturday from 9:45–10:15 am. Rds.: Sat 10:45 am- chesstour.com. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise 300-300-300; unrated limit $1000. Under 1900: $5000-2500-1200-800- 3:10pm-7:16pm, Sun 9:45 am-2:10pm. One half point Bye allowed if unrated. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, 600-500-400-300-300-300. Under 1700: $5000-2500-1200-800-600- requested before end of round 2 and before getting full point bye. With- NY 10803. Questions: www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.us, 347- 500-400-300-300-300. Under 1500: $4000-2000-1000-700-500-400-300- drawals and zero point last round byes are not eligible for prizes. Note 201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries posted at 300-300-300. Under 1300: $4000-2000-1000-700-500-400-300-300- that house players (if required) must pay $5 per round and be US Chess chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz tournament Sat 300-300. Under 1000: $1000-500-300-200-200-150-150-100-100-100, members. ENT: Make/mail Checks payable to Dallas Chess Club, C/O 9:30 pm, reg. ends 9:15 pm. unrated limit $200, trophies to first 10, top U800, U600, U400, Unrated. Barbara Swafford, 2709 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036-4719. Info: MAY 20, MARYLAND Prize limits: 1) If any post-event rating posted 5/24/16-5/24/17 was 214-632-9000. FIDE. more than 30 points over section maximum, prize limit $1500. 2) Players US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 MAY 16, NEW YORK MARYLAND MAY ACTION with under 26 lifetime games rated as of 5/17 official list cannot win over $500 in U1000, $1000 U1300, $1500 U1500, $2000 U1700, or $2500 US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 5SS, G/45;+5: incr. Rockville Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD MARSHALL MASTERS U1900. 3) Balance of any limited prize goes to next player(s) in line. 20852. All Prizes Guaranteed. 2 Sections: Championship (min 1600 Mixed Doubles Bonus Prizes: best male/female combined 2-player 4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to 2000+ players. FIDE Rapid rated. $750 GTD: rating) $350-$225-$125-$75, U2000 $150. Under 1800 $275-$175-$100- “team” score: $2000-1000-500-400-300. For Open Section, only rounds 250-150-100. Top U2400 125, Top U2300 100, Biggest upset $25. EF: $50, U1600 $75, U1400 $50. Sets, boards and clocks provided. EF: 1-7 counted towards mixed doubles. Team average must be under 2200; $40, MCC Mbrs $30. GMs Free. 6:15-6:45pm. 7-8:15-9:30- Reg.: Rds.: $35 by 5/16, $40 later Schedule: Reg. ends 10am, rds 10:30-12:30- teammates may play in different sections; teams must register (no 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. 3:00-5:00-7:00. More information & online http://mdchess.com extra fee) before both players begin round 2; teammate pairings avoided 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! but possible; teams including an unrated limited to $500. Open through A Heritage Event! MAY 20-21, WISCONSIN U1300 entry fee: $207 online at chessaction.com by 3/20, $227 by US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 5/24. $215 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 3/21, $235 phoned by 5/22 MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, NEW YORK ARPAD ELO OPEN (entry only, no questions). 5-day $215, 4-day $214, 3-day $213, 2-day US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) Chula Vista Resort, 2501 River Rd., Wisconsin Dells, WI. HR: $85 mention $212 mailed by 3/21, all $20 more mailed by 5/12. All $250 online until 25TH ANNUAL NEW YORK STATE OPEN chess 855-388-4782. 5SS Open: EF $45 received by May 18, $50 at site. 2 hours before round 1 or at site until 1 hour before round 1. No checks 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Tiki Resort, $$b/25: $400, $250, A $150, U1800 $140. Reserve (U1800): EF $30 at site, credit cards OK. Do not mail entry after 5/12. Open EF for 2 Canada St., Lake George, NY 12845. $$G 3200. In 4 sections. Open: received by May 18, $35 at site. $$b/25: $125, $100, C $75, D $75, titled players: GMs free; $200 deducted from prize. IMs/WGMs $100; $$ 400-200-150, top Under 2010/Unr $240-120, top Under 1810 $200- U1200 $75. TC: Rd1: G/90 d5. Rds. 2-5: 30/90. SD/60, d5. Rds.: 10, 2, another $100 deducted from prize. EF $100 less to seniors age 65/over, 100. Senior, open to under 1910 or unrated born before 5/21/67. $$ 7:30; 10, 3:30. Registration: 9-9:30. Ent: Guy Hoffman, 1305 D Tompkins except U1000 Section. Under 1000 Section EF: $57 online at chessac- 300-150-100, top Under 1710 $140-70. Under 1610: $$ 250-125-75, Dr., Madison, WI 53716-3279. Info: 920-279-0701 www.wischess.org, tion.com by 5/24, $65 phoned to 406-896-2038 by 5/22 (entry only, no Under 1410 $120-60, unrated limit $150. Under 1210: $100-60-40, [email protected]. A WI Tour event. W. questions), 4-day $64, 3-day $63, 2-day $62 mailed by 5/12, all $80 plaques to top 3, 1st U1000, U800, U600, Unr. Mixed doubles bonus online until 2 hours before round 1 or at site until 1 hour before round prize: best male/female 2-player “team” combined score among all An American Classic! 1. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Online EF $5 less to ICA members; sections: $200. Team average must be under 2200; teammates may A Heritage Event! join at il-chess.org. An ICA Tour Event. Special 1 yr US Chess dues play in different sections; teams must register (no extra fee) by 2 pm US Chess Junior Grand Prix! with magazine if paid with entry: Online at chessaction.com, Adult $35, 5/20. Top 3 sections EF: $79 online at chessaction.com by 5/17, $85 MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, ILLINOIS Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult phoned to 406-896-2038 by 5/15 (entry only, no questions), 3-day $83, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 200 (ENHANCED) $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. Re-entry: $100, no re-entry from 2-day $82 mailed by 5/10, $90 online until 2 hours before round 1 or at 26TH ANNUAL CHICAGO OPEN Open to Open. 5-day schedule (Open only): Reg. ends Thu 6 pm, rds. site. Under 1210 Section EF: all $40 less than top 3 sections EF. All: Open Section, May 25-29: 9SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10, GM & IM norms Thu 7 pm, Fri 12 & 7, Sat 11 & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. 4-day Advance or online entry $7 less to NYSCA members (NYSCA dues possible, FIDE rated. Other Sections, May 26-29, 27-29 or 28-29: schedule (U2300 to U1500): Reg. ends Fri 6 pm, Rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 $12/year with 2 issues Empire Chess, $20/year with 4 issues, may be 7SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10 (3-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10; 2-day option, & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. 3-day schedule (U2300 to U1500): paid with entry fee). No checks at site, credit cards OK. Special 1 year rds. 1-4 G/30 d10). Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel, 601 North Reg. ends Sat 10 am, Rds. Sat 11, 2:30 & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. USCF dues with magazine if paid with entry- online at chesstour.com, Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL 60090 (from Chicago, I-294 north to US- 2-day schedule (U2300 to U1500): Reg. ends Sun 9 am, Rds. Sun 10, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at 45 north; from Milwaukee, I-94 east to Lake Cook Rd to US-45 south.) 12, 2, 3:45 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. Under 1300 & Under 1000 schedules: site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. Re-entry $40, not avail- Free parking. Free lectures and analysis of your games by GM John Same as U2300 to U1500 (4-day, 3-day, 2-day options), except last

26th annual CHICAGO OPEN May 25-29 (GM/IM norms possible), 26-29, 27-29 or 28-29, Memorial Day weekend 8 sections, prizes $100,000 unconditionally guaranteed! Westin Chicago North Shore Hotel, Wheeling IL - free parking, free lectures by GM John Fedorowicz Open section, 5/25-29: 9 rounds, 40/2, SD/30, d10. Entry fee: $227 at chessaction.com by 5/24, $250 until 2 U2300 to U1000 section: 7 rounds, 5/26-29, 40/2, SD/30, hrs before rd 1 or at site 1 hr before. Open Sect $100 more for d10 (3-day option 5/27-29, rds 1-2 G/60, d10; 2-day option US players not rated 2200/over by USCF or FIDE. Senior 5/28-29, rds 1-4 G/30, d10). All merge & play for same prizes. 65/up $100 less, except U1000. Online $5 less to ICA memb. Mail, phone or titled: see chesstour.com or TLA. Open: $10000-5000-2500-1300-1000-800-600-500-400- Under 1000 Section: $57 at chessaction.com by 5/24, 400, clear or tiebreak first $300 bonus, top FIDE U2400/unr $80 online by 2 hours before rd 1 or at site until 1 hour before. $2000-1000. FIDE rated, GM and IM norms possible. Under 2300, Under 2100, Under 1900, Under 1700: Each 5-day schedule (Open only): enter Thu to 6 pm, rds Thu $5000-2500-1200-800-600-500-400-300-300-300. 7 pm, Fri 12 & 7, Sat 11 & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. Under 1500, Under 1300: Each $4000-2000-1000-700- 4-day schedule (U2300 to U1500): enter Fri to 6, rds Fri 500-400-300-300-300-300. 7, Sat 11 & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. Under 1000: $1000-500-300-200-200-150-150-100-100- 3-day schedule (U2300 to U1500): enter Sat to 10 am, 100, unr max $200, trophy 1st 10, top u800, u600, u400, Unr. rds Sat 11, 2:30 & 6, Sun 11 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. Unrateds allowed only in Open, Under 2300, Under 2100 2-day schedule (U2300 to U1500): enter Sun to 9 am, rds or Under 1000 sections. Unrated prize limit $1000 in U2100. Sun 10, 12, 2, 3:45 & 6, Mon 10 & 4:15. Under 1300, Under 1000 sections: same as Under 2300 FIDE ratings used for Open, May official USCF for others. to Under 1500 (4-day, 3-day, 2-day options), except last round Unofficial web ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Monday is 3:15 pm. If any post-event rating posted 5/24/16-5/24/17 was Half point byes OK all, limit 4 (2 last 4 rds). Open must more than 30 pts over section maximum, prize limit $1500. commit before rd 2, others rd 4. Under 26 games prize limit as of 5/17 list: U1000 $500, U1300 $1000, U1500 $1500, U1700 $2000, U1900 $2500. Hotel rates: 1-4/rm $109, 800-937-8461, reserve by 5/11. Mixed Doubles: Best male/female 2-player team Full details: see TLA or chesstour.com. USCF memb. combined score among all sections:$2000-1000-500-400-300. required, see TLA or chesstour.com for special rates. Must average under 2200. Only rds 1-7 of Open Section Bring set, board, clock if possible- none supplied. counted. Enter before both players begin round 2. $2500 guaranteed blitz tournament, Sunday 10 pm.

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round Mon is 3:15. 4-day, 3-day & 2-day schedules merge & compete receiving full point bye, but byes for both rounds 6 AND 7 not permitted. by 7 pm 5/28, $50 by 10 pm 5/28. GMs free; $40 from prize. Enter at for same prizes. Byes: OK all, limit 4 (limit 2 in last 4 rds), Open must K-12 Scholastic on Saturday, 5/27. 5-SS, Rds. G/30 d5, EF: $29 by site only, no checks. Reg. ends 10 pm, rds. 10:30, 11, 11:30, 12, 12:30. commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 4. Hotel rates: $109-109-109- 5/19, $45 after; Pre-reg. requires pre-payment. After 5/24 all registration 1 bye allowed (1 point out of 2), must give notice before rd. 2. Blitz 109, 800-937-8461, 847-777-6500, reserve by 5/11 or rate may increase. and changes on site only; all changes $10 after 5/19. No refunds after rated, but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD #D657633, or reserve car online 5/24, $10 handling fee for refunds before 5/24. Registration 8:15-8:45 MAY 28, VIRGINIA through chesstour.com. See www.chesstour.com/ am, Rd. 1 at 9:30 am, rest ASAP with small lunch break. Sections: K-12 Foreign player ratings: US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED) foreignratings.htm. US player ratings: May official ratings used; FIDE Championship and K-12 U1000. Prizes: Trophies to top 12 individuals, 5TH CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC FIDE RATED BLITZ! (BLZ) ratings used for Open Section. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually top five teams in each section. K-12 U1000 also top three unrateds. . Crowne used if otherwise unrated. Special rules: 1) Players must submit to a Medals to those who do not win a trophy. Ent: Dallas Chess Club, C/O Side Event to 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (May 26-29) search for electronic devices if requested by Director. See also Barbara Swafford, 2709 Longhorn Trail, Crowley, TX 76036. Info: Barb Plaza Dulles Airport, 2200 Centerville Rd., Herndon, VA 20170. 2 Sections - Open (FIDE) and Amatuer/U1800. G/3;+2; 5 Rounds Double chesstour.com/devices.htm. Ent: Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, Swafford, 214-632-9000, [email protected] www.dallaschess.com Open: NY 10803. chesstour.com, chesstour.info, DirectorAtChess.US, W. FIDE. Swiss. $500 GTD $$200-100 Top U2200/U2000 $100 each. Amateur/ Questions: (b/16; Section maybe combined with Open): $$100-$50 Top 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. Entries posted at ches- U1800 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! U1400/U1200 $50 each. EF: Enter online $25 by May 27th online or saction.com (online entries posted instantly). Bring set, board, clock MAY 27-28, OKLAHOMA if possible- none supplied. onsite. $30 after May 27th and onsite by 9:45pm. Rounds start 10pm. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 Max 1 byes allowed, req at entry. More information/Online registration: MAY 26, NEW YORK FRANK K. BERRY MEMORIAL www.cherryblossomchess.com. Mail checks (payable to Capital Area US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 5-SS; G/90+30. Trade Winds Central Hotel, 3141 E. Skelly Dr. (NW Chess) to Cherry Blossom Classic, Attn. Capital Area Chess, PO Box MARSHALL $500 FIDE BLITZ (BLZ) corner of 51st and Harvard), Tulsa, OK 74105 (918-749-5561). Free 223582, Chantilly, VA 20151. Email info only: Anand Dommalapati, 9-SS, G/3 +2. FIDE Blitz rated. $500: $200-100, top U2400/unr, U2200, WiFi, www.tradewindstulsa.com. Hotel Rates: $55-$69. Two Sections: [email protected]. U2000, U1800: $50. USCF regular rating used for pairings & prizes. EF: Open, and Reserve (U1700). EF: $40 if mailed by 5/21, $50 thereafter, FREE entry for Masters 2200+ (deducted from prize winnings). Free A Heritage Event! $30, MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.: 7-7:30-7:50-8:10- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 8:40-9-9:20-9:40-10pm. Max three byes. Request at entry. 23 W. 10th OCF Memb. Prizes $$2400 (1st prize Gtd., the rest b/65 paid entries). JUNE 2-4 OR 3-4, OHIO St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. Open: $600(G)-250 U2100: 200-100, U1900: 200-100, Reserve (U1700): $300-200, U1400: 200-100, U1100/UNR: 150. More $$ if entries permit. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 2017 GEM CITY OPEN MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, VIRGINIA Byes: One half-point bye Rds. 1-5 if commit before Sat 9PM. REG.: 9- 9:45 Sat AM. Rounds: 10-2:30-7, 9-1:15. Entries to: Tom Braunlich, 5-SS, 40/90, SD/60 +10 (2-day schedule, Rd. 1 G/75 +5) at Dayton US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 80 (ENHANCED) 7500 S. Birch, Broken Arrow, OK 74011. Inquiries: [email protected] Chess Club, 18 West 5th St., Dayton, OH 45402. PRIZES GUARANTEED 5TH CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC Web: www.ocfchess.org TWO (2) sections: OPEN (FIDE Rated) $1200, 800, 600, 500, 401; U2000: Crowne Plaza Dulles Airport, 2200 Centerville Road, Herndon, VA 20170. $400, 300. U1800 Section. $800, 600; U1600: $500; U1400: $400; U1200: A VCF Cup Event. 6 Sections - 7-SS in 5 sections (4-day or 3-day): US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $300 EF: 3-day $90, 2-day $91 if mailed or registered online by 5/27, Open/U2200 (FIDE Rated), U2000, U1700 and U1400. 6-SS in U1200 (2- MAY 27-29, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN then $110 online or at site 2 or 3 day. Free to 2400 & above-($90 day only – Sat and Sun). GMs, IMs & WGMs free, deduct $50 from US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED) deducted from winnings), DCC mbrs $5 discount. 3-day schedule: Reg. prize; Addl. Conditions - First 6 GMs/IMs to Register by May 15th - 2017 LINA GRUMETTE MEMORIAL DAY CLASSIC Fri. 5- 6:30pm, Rds: Fri 7pm; Sat 1pm, 7:30pm; Sun 9am, 3:30pm. 2-day Free HR in double shared accommodation (Must Register in advance). 6-SS, 3-day 40/100, SD/60 d10 2-day rds. 1-3 G/60 d2 then merges. schedule: Reg. Sat. 8:30- 9:30am. Rd1 at 10am, then merges with 3- Prizes $10000 b/180 ($9000 Unconditionally GTD - 70% each prize Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2280 South Haven Ave., Ontario, day. Any player who loses Rd1 in U1800 Section night may re-enter for GTD all sections except Open $3100 GTD, Re-entries count as half, No CA 91761. $10,000 b/200, 50% of each prize guaranteed. In five sections: $35 and loss will not count in tournament standings. One 1/2 pt bye Re-entry in Open/U2200, U1200 count as 3/4 entry), Open: $1300-600- Open: $$T+1700- 750-400-300-200, U2400 400, U2200 700-300-200. available in Rds. 1-4 (request prior to R1). Unrated players may play in 400-200 U2300 $300-200. Clear 1st $100 bonus. Minimum USCF/FIDE Premier (under 2000): $$750-300-200-100. Amateur (Under 1800): any section with prizes limited to 1/3 except in OPEN with balance to 2000 Rating else pay $50 more. U2200: $900-400-200 U2100 $300-200. $$750-300- 200-100. Reserve (Under 1600): $$750-300-200-100. next player(s). More info email [email protected]. Hotel TBD. USCF/FIDE Minimum 1900 to play else pay $50 more. U2000: $600- Booster (Under 1400/unrated): $$400-200-100, U1200 150, Unr 150. (Unrated may win unrated prizes only.) $88 by 5/20, $99 at door. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 300-200 U1850 $300-200 U1700: $600-300-200, U1550 $200-100 U1400: EF: JUNE 9-11 OR 10-11, CONNECTICUT $500-300-200 U1300 $100 U1200: $400-200-100 U1100 $100. Unrated Booster (U1400) section EF: $72 by 5/20, $85 door. Reg.: ends 9:30am 5/27, 8:30 AM, 5/28. Rds: 3-day: 10-5, 10-5, 9:30-4:30. 2-day: 9-11:30- US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) prize limits: $100 in U1200/U1400, $150 U1700/U2000, $200 U2200. 23RD ANNUAL NORTHEAST OPEN EF: Top 5 sections $95 by May 15, $100 by May 22, $105 by May 25, 2 (G/60, d/2), then merges with 3-day at 5. All: SCCF membership req. $115 after May 25 and at site. Re-entry $60 for all players, no re-entry ($18 adults, $13 youth with print mag, $3 youth w/o mag), OSA: $25 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Sheraton in Open/U2200; U1200 Section $20 less. Time control: Top 5 Sections: Best Game prize, all sections eligible. 1 half-point bye if requested at Hotel, 700 Main St., Stamford 06901. Free parking. $10,000 guaranteed. 4-day Schedule: 7SS 40/90;SD/30;+30sec inc. 3-day Schedule: Rd. least 1 round in advance, rd. 6 must be requested with entry. HR: $99., 4 sections. Open: Open to all; U1800/Unr EF $50 more. $1200-700- 1 G/45;+30, Rds. 2-3 Sat G/90;+30, Rds. 4-7 Sun/Mon 40/ comp breakfast (909) 930-5555, www.hiexpressontario.com, code South- 400, U2250/Unr $600-300. Under 2050: $1000-600-300, U1850 $500-250. 90;SD/30;+30sec inc. U1200 plays only 2-day G/90 d5. Round times: ern California Chess Federation, reserve by 4/26. Parking Free. Free Under 1650: $800-500-300, U1450 $400-200. Under 1250: $600-400- 4-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 7 pm, Rds. Fri 8 pm, Sat/Sun 11am - WiFi, airport shuttle. Info: [email protected] On-line entry: 200, U1050 $150, plaque to top 3, 1st U1000, U800, U600, Unr. Unrated 5:30pm, Mon 9:30am - 3:30pm. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10am, www.scchess.com. Ent: SCCF, 12710 Bloomfield Ave., Apt #148, Norwalk, limit $100 in U1250, $300 U1650. Mixed doubles prizes: best Rds. 1-3 Sat 11am-2pm-7pm and Rd. 4-7 follows 4-day schedule. 2-day CA 90650. State Championship Qualifier. male/female 2-player combined score among all sections: $400-200. schedule (U1200 only) Reg. ends 10am, Rds. Sat 11am-3pm-7pm, Sun Must average under 2200; may play different sections; must register A Heritage Event! (no extra fee) before both begin round 2. $95 at 10am-2pm-6pm. Byes: Up to two 1/2pt byes available in all sections, Top 3 sections EF: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! chessaction.com by 6/7, 3-day $98, 2-day $97 mailed by 6/1, $110 at must commit 1 hour before start of rd. 4 (by Sun 8:30am). HR $99/night A State Championship Event! site, or online until 2 hrs before rd. 1. U1250 Section EF: all $40 less if reserved by May 15th. Reservations 703-471-6700, mention Chess MAY 27-29 OR 28-29, MASSACHUSETTS Tournament. More information/Online registration: www.cherryblos- than above. No checks at site, credit cards OK. GMs $90 from prize. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 80 (ENHANCED) CSCA members, online EF $3 less. Re-entry $50, except Open Section. somchess.com. Mail checks (payable to Capital Area Chess.) to 86TH MASSACHUSETTS OPEN CHERRY BLOSSOM CLASSIC/ Attn. Capital Area Chess, PO Box 223582, Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special 6SS, 40/100, SD/60, d5 (2-day schedule, G/45, d5 in rounds 1-3). No 2- 1 yr USCF with magazine if paid with entry. At chessaction.com, Adult Chantilly, VA 20171. Email info only: Anand Dommalapati, cbc2017@cap- day schedule in Championship sect. Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, italareachess.com. Boards and sets provided in ALL sections. Clocks $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or at site, Adult 181 Boston Post Road West, Marlboro (I-495, exit 24B, Rt. 20W, one $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 supplied in the Open section. Two Side Events: Sat May 27. 5th mile from exit). $$6,000 b/120 paid entries ($25 off entries count half), (Enter by 9:30am) pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Cherry Blossom Classic Scholastic 10am & Sun 75% G. Prizes in Championship sect. are 100% G. 4 sects. Championship Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. all, limit 2; must May 28th 10pm FIDE Blitz Tournament (Enter by 9:45pm). Bye: (open to players rated 1800 or above): $2,000-800-400, top U2300 $450. commit before rd. 2. HR: $105-105, 800-408-7640, 203-358-8400; reserve A Heritage Event! FIDE. 3-day schedule only. Under 2100: $400-200, top U1950 $200. by 5/26 or may increase. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Under 1800: $400-200, top U1650 $200. Under 1500: $300-150, top Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: A State Championship Event! U1350 $150, top U1200 $150. State championship title to high scoring Chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.us, 347-201-2269. Entries posted at MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, TEXAS Mass. resident or student in each sect. Unrated prize limits: $200 in chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz Sat 9:30 pm, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) U2100, $150 in U1800, $100 in U1500, can’t win title. EF: $55 for 3-day, enter by 9:15 pm. 72ND ANNUAL TEXAS STATE AND AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS $54 for 2-day if mailed by 5/22 or online by 5/25, $70 at site. GMs and IMs free. $25 discount to players in U1500 sect. rated under 1000 or JUNE 10, TENNESSEE 7SS. Doubletree DFW Airport North, 4441 W John Carpenter Fwy., US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 Irving, TX 75063. $$ 8,350G. Championship: This section is FIDE rated unrated. 3-day Schedule: Reg. Sat. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Rds. Sat. 10:30 & 5, Sun. 10:30 & 5, Mon. 10 & 4. 2-day Schedule (U2100 to U1500 REA HAYES OPEN CHESS TOURNAMENT and uses FIDE rules. The tournament will use USCF ratings for pairings 4SS, G/60 d5. Bethel Bible Village, 3001 Hamill Rd., Chattanooga (Hixson), and prize purposes. Must be rated 2000 or above by either USCF or only): Reg. Sun. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Rds. Sun. 10:30, 1, 3 & 5, Mon. 10 & 4. Schedules merge in round 4. Byes: 1-6, limit 2, rounds 4-6 must TN 37342. $1,000 Guaranteed. Open: $250-150, Top A $75 if 2 or Fide to play in this section. Defending Texas State Amateur Champion more players, Top B $75 if 2 or more players, Top U1600 $50. EF $30/40 may also play in this section. Texas Scholastic High School Champions commit before rd. 2. Massachusetts Blitz Championship: Sun. 5/28, 5SS (dbl), G/5 d0. Blitz rated but higher of blitz and regular ratings used at site. Reserve U1400 and below: $175-100, Top E $50 if 2 or more (either South or North Central) may also play in this section. Foreign players, Top U1000 $45, Top Unrated $30. EF $25/35 at site. Rds.: unrateds may play in this section and at TDs discretion may be required for pairings and prizes. EF $10 if playing in main tnmt., else $15. 75% of EFs returned as prizes. Reg. ends 9:15 p.m., 1st rd. at 9:30 p.m., others 9:00, 11:15, 2:15, 4:30 Eastern. Ent/Info: Go to www.chat- to play in Championship section. G/90 with 30 sec. increment. Foreign tanoogachess.org or contact Malcolm Estrada, P. O. Box 1102, players must disclose their FIDE ID number before 1st round in order ASAP. Bye allowed 1st rd. Scholastic Sections: K-12 U1500 and K-12 U800 on Sat. 5/27, K-3 U1200 and K-3 U400 on Sun. 5/28, K-6 U1400 Chattanooga, TN 37401, 423-280-9526; or write to mrestrada111@com- to play in Championship section. Default late forfeiture time is one hour. cast.net TD may extend this time at TD’s discretion. $$ 1,000-500-250, 2200- and K-6 U600 on Mon. 5/29. Each is 4SS, G/30 d5. EF: $20 if mailed by 5/22 or online by 5/25, $25 at site. Reg. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., 1st rd. at 11 2399 $750, U2200 $750. Amateur: U2000 & unrated. Rds. 1-7 G/90 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! with 30 sec increment. $$ 800-400-200. B $$ 600-300-150, C 500-250- a.m., others ASAP. Trophies to top 3 in each sect. Medals to players JUNE 10, NEW HAMPSHIRE scoring 3+ points and not winning a trophy. : MACA membership 125, U1400 $500-250-125, U1200 $400, U1000 $300 Unrated $200. All required for Mass. residents ($12 adult, $6 jr. U18, add $8 for optional US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) Both: TCA membership required. Other states accepted. EF: $89 if IN MEMORY OF IM DR. DANNY KOPEC (B. 2/28/1954, D. Chess Horizons subscription). : Mon. 5/29 at received by 5/19, else $99. $80 Junior (U19) if received by 5/19 else MACA Annual Meeting 6/12/2016) 9:30 a.m. HR: $119-119 standard, 134-134 deluxe, includes full breakfast $90, Senior (over 65)/Handicapped/ additional family participant $53 if buffet, reserve by 5/13 and mention chess tnmt. 508-460-0700 or 888- 4SS, G/62 d5. Congregation Ahavas Achim, 84 Hastings Ave., Keene, receive by 5/19 else $65. Add $5 for CC phone entries; pre-reg requires 543-9500. Ent: payable to MACA and mail to Robert Messenger, 4 Hamlett NH 03431. $$G 2,300. Three sections. Master-Expert (open to pre-payment. After 5/24 all registration and changes on site only; all Dr. Apt. 12, Nashua, NH 03062, or enter online (PayPal) at www.Mass- 1800/above), EF: $40 if rec’d by 6/8 or $47 at site; free to IM/GM. changes including withdrawals, $10 after 5/24. 4 day: Reg. Friday 5/26, Chess.org. Info: send email to [email protected] or call 603-891-2484. $$G: 612.16-228.54-159.30, U2300 215, U2100 210. Under 1900, EF: 6:15 pm-7:15. Rds. Fri: 7:45, Sat: 2:45 pm - 7:30, Sun: 11:00 am - 5:15 Day of the tournament call 603-557-1732. W. $35 if rec’d by 6/8 or $42 at site. $$G: 200-130, U1700 110-70; no pm, Mon: 9:30 am - 2:15 pm. 3 day: Reg. Sat. 5/27, 9-9:30 am, Rd. 1 at unrated player may win more than $100. Under 1500, EF: $30 if rec’d 10 am then merge with 4 day. Foreign Unrated must play in Championship MAY 28, ILLINOIS by 6/8 or $37 at site. $$G: $130-80, U1300 80, U1100 75; no unrated section. Registrations that do not indicate 4 or 3 day schedule will be US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) player may win more than $50. All, Reg.: 8:30-9:35 a.m., Rds.: 10-1-4- put in the 3 day. HR: $99/99/99/99, 972-929-8181or 800-222-8733 6TH ANNUAL CHICAGO OPEN BLITZ (BLZ) 7. Half-point bye OK for any one round if requested before start of reserve by 5/6 and ask for Chess rate. Note that tournament players 5SS, G/5 d0, double round, 10 games. Westin North Shore Hotel (see Round 2. No player may receive more than one bye of any type. Ent: and/or their families can purchase a hot breakfast for $12. Inquire at Chicago Open). In 2 sections with $2500 guaranteed. Open: $400-250- NHCA, c/o Hal Terrie, 377 Huse Rd Unit 23, Manchester, NH 03103; or cash register in the atrium near the hotel front desk. Free Parking. Up 150, U2300/Unr $220-110, U2100/Unr $200-100. Under 1900/Unr: enter online at NHchess.org. Info: Parker Montgomery, vermonty64@ to two 1/2 pt byes available if requested before end of rd. 2 and before $300-150-90, U1700/Unr $180-90, U1500 $120-60, U1300 $80. EF: $40 earthlink.net, 802-349-7739.

58 April 2017 | Chess Life See previous issue for TLAs appearing April 1-14

US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! section except Master. Prize limit of $150 in U1200, $200 in Class D, JUNE 13-18, WISCONSIN JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, VIRGINIA $250 in Class C, $300 in Class B, $350 in Class A, and $400 in Expert to US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED) all unrated players and to rated players with fewer than 10 lifetime WISCONSIN INTERNATIONAL CHESS FESTIVAL 6TH ANNUAL CONTINENTAL CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS rated games who are not playing up. Balance of any limited prize goes 9SS, 40/90, SD/30, 30 sec/move increment. Open to all. GM & IM norms 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Westin Tysons to next player(s) in line. 3 day schedule: Reg.: 6-6:30 pm on 6/16. possible, satisfies FIDE requirement that one GM norm be in an event Corner, 7801 Leesburg Pike (VA-7), Falls Church, VA 22043. Free parking, Rds.: 7:00; 2:00-7:00; 9:30-2:30. 2 day schedule: Reg.: 8:30-9:30 am with only one round per day for a minimum of 3 days. Directed by FIDE free shuttle to Tysons Corner Center and Metro. $20,000 guaranteed. 7 on 6/17. Rd. 1 at 10:00, then merges with 3 day schedule. One 1/2 pt. arbiter Glenn Panner and Jim Hodina. FIDE rated. Howard Johnson sections: Master (2200/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear win or 1st on bye any round. Must commit before playing first game. No changes. Plaza Hotel, 3841 East Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53704. Free tiebreak $100, top U2400 $800-400. FIDE. Expert (2000-2199): $1400- Ent: Castle Chess Inc., 5025 Antebellum Dr., Stone Mtn., GA 30087. parking. Free internet. Free breakfast. Many restaurants within 700-400-200. Class A (1800-1999/Unr): $1400-700-400-200. Class B Make check payable to: Castle Chess Inc. Info: tournament@ walking distance. $8,000 guaranteed prize fund: $3,000-$2,000- (1600-1799/Unr): $1400-700-400-200.Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1200- castlechess.org; Before June 16: Scott Parker (770-939-5030). June $1,000-$500-$500, top FIDE Under 2450/Unr $500, top FIDE Under 600-400-200. Class D (1200-1399/Unr): $800-400-200-100. Class E 16-18 only: Fun Fong (770-316-8483). HR: see www.castlechess.org 2250 $500. Minimum prize guarantees: $500 to foreign GMs (first (Under 1200/Unr): $800-400-200-100, plaques to top 3, 1st U1000, U800, Note: Bring sets, boards, clocks. None supplied. All parking at Emory is five to enter), $100 to all other foreign FIDE rated players (all must Unr. Rated players may play up one section. Unrated limits: E $150, D in either Fishburne or Peavine parking decks. No parking next to Cox complete all 9 rounds with no byes). EF: GMs free, no deduction from $250, C $400, B $600. Mixed doubles prizes: best male/female 2-player Hall. Please allow time to walk from the deck to Cox Hall (the building prizes; IMs $159, FIDE 2200+ $249, FIDE u2200 $299, FIDE unrated “team” combined score among all sections: $800-400-200. Must average with the clock tower.) W. $349; $50 more after May 15th, $100 more after June 5th. All players under 2200; may play different sections; must register (no extra fee) by JUNE 23-25, PENNSYLVANIA must confirm arrival by 4pm on June 13th in order to be paired for 2 pm 6/17. Top 5 sections EF: $108 at chessaction.com by 6/14, 3-day US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) round one. Schedule: on-site registration ends at 4pm on June 13th, $113, 2-day $112 mailed by 6/7, $130 at site, or online until 2 hrs before 2ND ANNUAL WORLD OPEN SENIOR rds. Tue 6pm, Wed-Thu-Fri 11am & 6pm, Sat-Sun 11am. Blitz on Sat at rd. 1. GMs $90 from prize. Class D or E Section EF: all $40 less than 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market 7pm with $500 minimum prize fund. Byes: Two half point byes available above. No checks at site, credit cards OK. Unofficial uschess.org ratings St., Philadelphia 19107 (see World Open for rates & parking info). Open (must commit before round 2), no norms possible with byes. HR: $79 if usually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 yr USCF with magazine if to all born before 6/25/67. $5000 guaranteed prizes. In 2 sections. reserved by June 1st (mention CHESS), 608-244-2481. Ent: www.wis- paid with entry. At chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic Open, open to all. $1000-600-300, clear or tiebreak win $100 bonus, consinchessfestival.com or make the check payable and send to: $15. Mailed, phoned or at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic Under 2210/Unr $440-220, Under 2010/Unr $400-200. Under 1810: Wisconsin Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace #1, Brookfield, WI $17. Re-entry $50 (no Master Section). 3-day schedule: Reg. Fri to 6 $$600-320-200, Under 1610 (no Unr) $280-140, Under 1410 (no Unr) 53005. $20 service charge for refunds. Questions: www.wisconsinchess- pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg. Sat to 10 $200; unrated limit $200. EF: $98 online at chessaction.com by 6/21, festival.com, [email protected], 608-334-2574. am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. Bye: all, limit 2; Master must $105 mailed by 6/12 or phoned to 406-896-2038 by 6/19, $120 at site, JUNE 14-15, NEVADA commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 3. HR: $99-99, 1-866-716-8108, or online until 2 hours before round 1. GMs free; $90 deducted from US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) reserve by 6/2 or may increase. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental prize. Reg.: ends 6 pm 6/23, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 am & 5 pm, Sun 10 2017 U.S. WOMEN’S OPEN Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Refunds, $15 service charge. Ques- am & 3:15 pm. Half point byes OK all rounds, limit 2 byes (limit 1 bye See Nationals. tions: [email protected], chesstour.com, 347-201-2269. Entries posted if under 2010 in Open or under 1410 in U1810), must commit before rd at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz Sat 9:30 pm, .2. Special USCF dues: see World Open. Ent: chessaction.com or Con- JUNE 15, NEVADA enter by 9:15 pm. tinental Chess, PO Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) refunds. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries WALTER BROWNE MEMORIAL NATIONAL OPEN BLITZ CHAM- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! posted instantly). PIONSHIP (BLZ) JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, GEORGIA US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 7 D-SS (14 games), G/3 +2. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, CASTLE CHESS GRAND PRIX JUNE 23-25, PENNSYLVANIA 3000 Paradise Rd., 89109. $5,000 Guaranteed Prize fund! Open: $1000- 500-300. U2400 300, U2300 275, U2200 250, U2100 225, U2000 200. 5-SS, G/120 d10 (2 day schedule, rd. 1 G/90 d10). Cox Hall Ballroom, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) 6TH ANNUAL WORLD OPEN WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP Reserve (U1900): $500-300-150, U1800 250, U1700 200, U1600 175, Emory University, 569 Asbury Cir., Atlanta, GA 30322. $13,500 G! Seven U1500 150, U1400 125, U1200 100. Open section FIDE blitz rated. Must Sections: Master: $2,100-1250-750-450; U2400: $1050-650; Expert: 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market be 3 players eligible for each prize awarded. Unrated eligible for under $900-650-400; Class A: $800-500-300; Class B: $600-400-250; Class St., Philadelphia 19107 (see World Open for rates & parking info). Open $500-300-200; $400-250-150; $350-200-100. Official prizes in open section only. EF: $50 by 5/26, $60 later. REG.: by 6:30 C: Class D: U1200: to all females. $2000 guaranteed prizes. In 2 sections. Open, open to June rating used. Players may request to use latest unofficial US Chess p.m. Rd. 1 at 7:30 p.m. www.VegasChessFestival.com. FIDE. all. $400-200-100, clear or tiebreak win $50 bonus, Under 1900/Unr rating if higher. This will be used if otherwise unrated. Players rated $240, Under 1700/Unr $220. Under 1500: $280-140-70, Under 1300 (no JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, NEVADA within 100 points of next higher section may up play one section, except Unr) $160, Under 1100 (no Unr) $140. EF: $88 online at chessaction.com US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 300 (ENHANCED) must be 2150 to play Master section. EF: $79 if received by 6/15. $100 by 6/21, $92 mailed by 6/12, $100 at site, or online until 2 hours before 2017 NATIONAL OPEN later or at site. Free to GM, IM, or USCF 2400. Unrated players: $50. round 1. GMs, IMs, WGMs free; $80 from prize. Reg. ends 6 pm 6/23, See Nationals. Re-entry: $50. Cash or check only at site. Unrated may enter any rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 am & 5 pm, Sun 10 am & 3:15 pm. Half point byes

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5 rounds, Westin Tysons Class B (1600-1799/Unr): $1400- Class D or E Section entry fee: Corner, 7801 Leesburg Pike (VA- 700-400-200. all $40 less than top 5 sections fee. 7), Falls Church VA 22043. Free Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1200- Unofficial uschess.org ratings parking, free shuttle to Tysons 600-400-200. usually used if otherwise unrated. Corner Center & Metro. Class D (1200-1399/Unr): $800- Special USCF dues: see TLA or 40/100, SD/30, d10 (2-day 400-200-100. chesstour.com; membership required. option, rds 1-2 G/60, d10, then Class E (Under 1200/Unr): $800- merges with 3-day & competes for 400-200-100, plaques to first 3, top 3-day reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri same prizes). U1000, U800, Unrated. 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun. 10 & 3:15. Hotel rates: $99-99, 1-866-716- Unrated prize limits: E $150, D 2-day reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. 8108, reserve by 6/2 or rate may rise. $250, C $400, B $600. Sat 11, 2 & 5; Sun. 10 & 3:15. Mixed doubles: best male/female Byes OK all (limit 2), Master In 7 sections; rated players may 2-player combined score (average must commit by rd 2, others by rd 3. play up one section. under 2200) $800-400-200. Different Bring set, board, & clock if Master (2200/up): Prizes $2000- sections OK; reg. by 2 pm 6/17. possible- none supplied. 1000-500-300, clear or tiebreak 1st $100 bonus, top Under 2400 $800- Top 5 sections entry fee: $108 Entry: chessaction.com or 400. FIDE rated, 120 GPP. online at chessaction. com by 6/14, Continental Chess, Box 8482, Expert (2000-2199): $1400-700- $130 online until 2 hrs before rd 1 or Pelham NY 10803. Refunds, $15 400-200. at site until 1 hr before. Mail entry charge. Entries posted at www. Class A (1800-1999/Unr): $1400- fee: see Chess Life TLA. Re-entry chessaction.com. 700-400-200. (except Master) $50. Blitz Sat 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15.

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OK all rounds, limit 2 byes (limit 1 bye if under 1700 in Open or under USCF or FIDE or pay $100 more. 40/2, SD/30 d10. Under 2200 to 5SS, G/5 d0 (double round, 10 games). Marriott Philadelphia Downtown 1100 in U1500), must commit before rd. 2. Special USCF dues: see Under 1200 Sections, June 29-July 4, June 30-July 4, July 1-4 or (see World Open). $3000 guaranteed prizes. In 2 sections: Open Section: World Open. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, PO Box 8482, 2-4: 40/2, SD/30 d10 (4-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10; 3-day option, $500-300-200, top U2400 $220-110, U2200/Unr $200-100. Under 2000 Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries rds. 1-5 G/35 d10). Under 900 Section & Unrated Section, July 2-4 Section: $400-200-100, top U1800/Unr $220-110, U1600 $160-80, U1400 posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). only: G/60 d10, play separate schedule. Open: $20000-10000-5000- $100, unrated limit $200. EF (at site only, no checks): $40 by 7 pm 7/4, $50 after 7 pm 7/4. GMs $40 from prize. ends 9:30 pm, rounds US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 2500-1300-1000-800-700-600-500, clear winner bonus $500, top FIDE Reg. JUNE 23-25, FLORIDA 2300-2449 $5000-2500-1500, top FIDE 2200-2299 $5000-2500-1500. 10, 10:45, 11:20, 11:55, 12:30. Half point bye available (1 point out of Top FIDE U2200/Unr $5000-2500-1500. If tie for first, top 2 on tiebreak 2); must commit before rd. 2. Blitz rated (will not affect regular ratings); US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 60 higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & prizes. 5 ROUNDS CHESS EDUCATORS INTERNATIONAL OPEN TOUR- play speed game 10 pm 7/4 for title & bonus prize. GM & IM norms NAMENT possible. FIDE rated. Under 2200/Unr: $12000-6000-3000-1500-1000- A Heritage Event! 800-600-500-400-400, top U2100 (no unr) $2000-1000, unrated limit US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $10,000 prize fund, based on 160 paid entries, with $7,000 minimum $2000. Under 2000/Unr: $12000-6000-3000-1500-1000-800-600-500- 5-SS, 40/90, SD/30 +10 seconds delay. FIDE & USCF A State Championship Event! guaranteed! 400-400, top U1900 (no unr) $2000-1000, unrated limit $1000. Under rated. 5 Sections All FIDE rated: Open, U2100, U1900, U1700 & U1500. JULY 8-9, NEW HAMPSHIRE 1800: $12000-6000-3000-1500-1000-800-600-500-400-400, top U1700 Prizes The event has a $10,000 prize fund, based on 160 paid entries, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 40 (ENHANCED) $2000-1000. Under 1600: $10000-5000-2500-1300-900-700-600-500- 67TH NEW HAMPSHIRE OPEN with $7,000 minimum guaranteed! The event has a $10,000 prize fund, 400-400, top U1500 $2000-1000. $8000-4000-2000- based on 160 paid entries, with $7,000 minimum guaranteed! Open Sec- Under 1400: 1300-900-700-600-500-400-400, top U1300 $1600-800. 4SS, 40/100, SD/60 d5. Courtyard Nashua Hotel, 2200 Southwood Dr. tion: 1st $2,600, 2nd $1300, 3rd $800, U/2200 1st $500, 2nd $250; Under 1200: $4000-2000-1000-800-600-500-400-400-300-300, top U1000 $1000-500. (Exit 8 off Everett Turnpike), Nashua, NH 03063; 603-880-9100. $$G U/2100 Section: 1st $800, 2nd $400, 3rd $200; U/1900 Section: 1st 5,467. Five sections. $67 if rec’d by 7/6; free to GM/IM. $600-400-300-200-100, plaques to top 10. $600- Open, EF: $700, 2nd $350, 3rd $175; U/1700 Section: 1st $600, 2nd $300, 3rd Under 900: Unrated: 600-400-240, U2300 300, U2150 240-180. NH Champion title and 400-300-200-100, plaques to top 10. 1) If any post-event $$G: $150; U/1500 Section: 1st $500, 2nd $250; U/1200 $125. Unrated Prize limits: $67 bonus to top-scoring NH resident. $67 if rec’d by rating posted 6/26/16-6/26/17 was more than 30 points over section Under 2050, EF: players can only win up to $100, unless they are playing in the open 7/6. 400-240-180. $67 if rec’d by 7/6. 400- maximum, prize limit $2000. 2) Players with under 26 lifetime games $$G Under 1850, EF: $$G section. USCF membership required. Entry Fee: $99 by May 1, 2017; 240-180-120. $67 if rec’d by 7/6. 400-240-180. rated as of 7/17 official list cannot win over $1000 in U1200, $2000 Under 1650, EF: $$G US$109 by June 1, 2017 & US$120 After June 2, 2017. Schedule: Fri $57, U1050/Unr $47, if rec’d by 7/6. 300-180- U1400, $3000 U1600 through U2000. Games rated too late for 7/17 Under 1450, EF: $$G 6pm; Sat. 10am & 5pm; Sun. 10am & 5pm. Byes: 2 byes available, must 120, U1250 160-100. All, No unrated player may win more than $90 in commit before round 3; 0 point bye for round 5. Official Hotel & Playing official list not counted toward 26 game total. 3) Balance of any limited Under 1450, $120 in Under 1650, $150 in Under 1850, $200 in Under site: Park Inn Resort and Conference Center Orlando by Radisson, prize goes to next player(s) in line. Mixed Doubles Bonus Prizes: best 2050. $7 more if paid at site. NHCA memb. required for rated NH male/female combined 2-player “team” score: $3000-1500-700-500- EF which is located on 3011 Maingate Ln., Kissimmee, FL 34747, United residents: $8 adult, $6 age 18/younger. Reg.: Sat. 8:30-9:35 a.m., Rds.: States – +1 407 396-1400. website: https://www.parkinn.com/orlando 300. Team average must be under 2200; teammates may play in different 10-4:15, 9:30-3:45. Half-point bye OK for any one round except Rd 4 in Guest room rates for both King and or Queen/Queen guestrooms exclude sections; teams must register (no extra fee) before both players begin Open section. No player will receive both half-point bye and full-point round 2; teams including an unrated limited to $500. for Open 13% . Guest room rates will be available for attendees to book (3) Days Entry fee bye. NHCA membership meeting 9 a.m. Sunday. HR: $120 (plus 9% tax) Pre & Post event. $99 room rate per night. Reservation Method: through U1400 sections: Online at chessaction.com: $308 by 4/15, if reserved directly with hotel; reserve by 6/23, mention NH Chess or $318 by 5/15, $328 by 6/26, $350 until 2 hours before round 1. SPECIAL CODE IS “MEETING OF THE MINDS”. Registrations and hotel Phoned NHCA. Direct online reservation link available at www.nhchess.org. Ent: reservation at www.chesseducators.com Transportation available to 406-896-2038: $325 by 5/15, $335 by 6/22. Mailed by 5/15: 6-day NHCA, c/o Hal Terrie, 377 Huse Rd. Unit 23, Manchester, NH 03103. To for a fee. For more information contact: [email protected] or $326, 5-day $325, 4-day $324, 3-day $323. Mailed by 6/12: all $10 enter online using credit card, start by visiting www.nhchess.org. Info: Tel. 1-917-553-4522. more. All $100 more for Open Section if never rated 2200/over by Hal Terrie, [email protected] or 603-668-8368 (home). USCF or FIDE. Do not mail entry after 6/12. At site until 1.5 hours US Chess Junior Grand Prix! before first game: all $350; no checks, credit cards OK. GMs in Open: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! JUNE 24-29, PENNSYLVANIA free; $200 deducted from prize. IMs, WGMs in Open: EF $100 less. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 200 (ENHANCED) Open Section EF $100 more if never rated 2200/over by USCF or US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED) 11TH ANNUAL PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FIDE. Under 1200 Section EF: all $100 less than above. Seniors 65/up: 22ND ANNUAL PACIFIC COAST OPEN 9SS, 40/2, SD/30 d10, open to all. GM & IM norms possible, satisfies all EF $100 less in U1400 or above sections. U900 Section or Unrated 6SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-3 G/45 d10). Ontario FIDE requirement that one GM norm be in an event with only one round Section EF: $68 online at chessaction.com by 6/26, $73 mailed by 6/12 Airport Hotel and Conference Center, 700 N. Haven Ave., Ontario, CA per day for a minimum of 3 days. FIDE rated. Philadelphia Marriott or phoned by 6/22, $80 at site until 1.5 hours before round 1 or online 91764 (I-10 to N. Haven Ave). Free parking, free shuttle to Ontario Downtown, 1201 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19107 (see World Open until 2 hours before round 1. No checks at site; credit cards OK. Re- Airport or Ontario Mills Mall, free wireless, heated pool, restaurants for rates & parking info). $$G 10,000: $3000-1500-1000-700-600-500- entry: $160, no re-entry from Open to Open. $20 fee for switching within walking distance. $25,000 guaranteed prizes. 6 sections. Open: 400-300-200, top FIDE under 2300 or unrated $1200-600. Minimum section after 6/28. Special 1 year USCF dues with magazine if paid $3000-1500-1000-500, clear/tiebreak 1st $100 bonus, top U2300/Unr prize guarantees: $700 to foreign GMs with FIDE ratings 2500/over, with entry: Online at chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, $1200-600. FIDE. Under 2100, Under 1900: Each $2000-1000-500- $500 to foreign GMs with with FIDE ratings under 2500, $300 to foreign Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult 300. Under 1700, Under 1500: Each $1600-800-400-200. Under 1250: IMs/WGMs (all must complete all 9 games with no byes; limited to first $25, Scholastic $17. 6-day schedule: Thu/Fri 7 pm, Sat 6 pm, Sun/Mon $800-400-200-100, plaques to first 3, top U1000, U800, Unr. Mixed 5 foreign GMs & first 5 foreign IMs/WGMs to enter by 5/22 at chess- 11 am & 6 pm, Tue 10 am & 4:30 pm. 5-day schedule: Fri 7 pm, doubles: male/female 2-player “team” combined score among all sec- action.com). Minimum prize $300 to other GMs (including US) who enter Sat/Sun/Mon 11 am & 6 pm, Tue 10 am & 4:30 pm. 4-day schedule: tions: $1000-500-300-200. Must average under 2200; may play in different at chessaction.com by 5/22 and complete all 9 games with no byes. Sat 11, 2:30 & 6, Sun/Mon 11 & 6, Tue 10 & 4:30. 3-day schedule: Sun sections; must register (no extra fee) by 2 pm 7/15. Unrated may enter Players who have forfeited without notice in past CCA Internationals 11, 1:30, 3:30, 6 & 8:30, Mon 11 & 6, Tue 10 & 4:30. U900 Section, any section, with prize limit U1900 $600, U1700 $450, U1500 $300, are not eligible for minimum prizes. EF: GMs, IMs, WGMs $50 online at Unrated Section schedule: Sun 11, 2:30 & 6, Mon 11, 2:30 & 6, Tue U1250 $150; balance to next player(s) in line. Top 5 sections EF: $135 chessaction.com by 5/22, $75 online at chessaction.com by 6/22, $100 10, 1:30 & 4:30. All schedules merge & compete for same prizes. Half at chessaction.com by 7/12, 3-day $138, 2-day $137 mailed by 7/5, at site; $100 deducted from prize (no deduction from minimum prize). point byes OK all, limit 4 (limit 2 in last 4 rds), Open must commit $150 (no checks, credit cards OK) at site, or online until 2 hrs before rd Foreign FIDE rated players: $100 online at chessaction.com by 5/22, before rd. 2, others before rd. 5. Entries, re-entries close 90 minutes 1. GMs $120 from prize. Under 1250 Section EF: All $50 less than top $125 online by 6/22, $150 at site. USA players FIDE rated 2200/up: before your first game. HR: $115-115-135, 215-625-2900, reserve early 5 sections entry fees. SCCF membership ($18, under 18 $3) required $200 online by 5/22, $225 online by 6/22, $250 at site. Others: $300 as chess block may sell out by early June. Parking: Marriott valet for rated Southern CA residents. Re-entry (except Open section) $70. online by 5/22, $325 online by 6/22, $350 at site. All: Phoned entry parking, about $20/day (60% off regular rate) for first 100 valet parking Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. (406-896-2038) all $10 more; no phoned entry after 6/19. Mailed entry spaces sold. Gateway Garage, 1540 Spring St. (3/5 mile from Marriott, Special 1 yr USCF with magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessac- all $10 more; do not mail entry after 6/14. No checks at site, credit 1 block from Sheraton Hotel), about $7/day Sat & Sun, $20/day other tion.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed or paid at cards OK. Special 1 year USCF dues with magazine: see World Open. days. Free shuttle from Marriott to Gateway Garage each night, 6/30- site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. 3-day schedule: Reg. Schedule: Late reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat & Sun 11 am & 6 pm, Mon 7/4. rates: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD #D657633, Fri to 11 am, rds. Fri 12 & 6, Sat 12 & 6, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: & Tue 6 pm, Wed 11 am & 6 pm, Thu 11 am. Two half point byes available Special car rental or reserve car online through chesstour.com. Foreign player ratings: Reg Sat to 9 am, rds. Sat 10, 12:45, 3:15 & 6, Sun 10 & 3:15. All: Half (must commit before rd 2); norm not possible if taking bye. HR: see See www.chesstour.com/foreignratings.htm. Official point byes OK all rounds, limit 2, Open must commit before rd. 2, other World Open. if possible- none supplied. US player ratings: Bring sets, boards, clocks July ratings used; June FIDE ratings used for Open Section. Unofficial sections before rd. 4. HR: $97-97, 909-980-0400, request chess rate, Ent: chessaction.com. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special rules: reserve by 6/30 or may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, use www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.us, 347-201-2269. Online entries AWD #D657633. chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, posted instantly at chessaction.com. Invitations: GoAtChess.us (use @ Players must submit to a search for electronic devices if requested by Ent: Director. See also chesstour.com/devices.htm. Ent: Continental Chess, Pelham, NY 10803. Refunds, $15 service charge. Questions: www.chess- symbol instead of “At” in email address). Ent: chessaction.com or Con- tour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Entries posted at tinental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Questions: chesstour.com, chesstour.info, DirectorAtChess.US. $15 service charge for refunds. Advance entries chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz tournament JUNE 29, PENNSYLVANIA posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Awards: Sat 10 pm, enter by 9:45 pm. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) Open through U1800 prizes awarded 7/4, others mailed by 7/18. Bring WORLD OPEN ACTION CHAMPIONSHIP US Chess Junior Grand Prix! set, board, clock if possible- none supplied. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, ILLINOIS 5SS, G/25 d5. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market St., Philadel- JUNE 30, PENNSYLVANIA phia 19107 (see World Open for rates & parking info). $2000 guaranteed US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 120 (ENHANCED) US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 (ENHANCED) 10TH ANNUAL CHICAGO CLASS prizes. In 2 sections. Open, open to all: $400-200-150, U2200/Unr WORLD OPEN G/7 CHAMPIONSHIP (BLZ) $180-90, U2000/Unr $160-80. Under 1800/Unr: $250-120-60, U1600 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, G/60 d10). Westin Chicago North (no Unr) $140-70, U1400 (no Unr) $100. EF: $53 online at chessaction.com 5-SS, double round (10 games), G/7 d2. Marriott Philadelphia Downtown Shore Hotel, 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL 60090 (from Chicago, by 6/27, $60 online by 11 am 6/29 or at site. GMs $50 from prize. Reg. (see World Open). Prizes $1000 guaranteed: $300-150-70, U2100 $130- I-294 north to US-45 north; from Milwaukee, I-94 to Lake Cook Rd to ends 12 noon 6/29, rounds 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00. Half point 70, U1800 $120-60, U1500/Unr $100. EF: $40, at site only, no checks. US-45 south). Free parking. $20,000 guaranteed prizes. In 7 sections: byes OK all rounds, limit 2 byes (limit 1 bye if U2000 in Open or U1400 GMs $40 from prize. Reg. ends 10:30 am, rds. 11, 12, 1, 2, 3. One pair Master (2200/up): $2000-1000-500-300, clear/tiebreak win $100, top in U1800), must commit before rd. 2. Special USCF dues: see World of 1/2 pt byes available, must commit before rd. 2. Blitz rated (will not U2400 $800-400. FIDE. Expert (2000-2199): $1400-700-400-200. Class Open. $15 service charge for refunds. Entries posted at chessaction.com affect regular ratings), but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings & A (1800-1999/Unr): $1400-700-400-200. Class B (1600-1799/Unr): (online entries posted instantly). prizes. $1400-700-400-200. Class C (1400-1599/Unr): $1200-600-400-200. JULY 3, PENNSYLVANIA Class D (1200-1399/Unr): $1000-500-300-200. Class E (Under An American Classic! 1200/Unr): $500-250-150-100, trophies to first 3, top Under 1000, Under US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 (ENHANCED) A Heritage Event! WORLD OPEN G/10 CHAMPIONSHIP (QC) 800, Under 600, Unrated. Rated players may play up one section. Prize US Chess Junior Grand Prix! limits: Unrated may not win over $100 in E, $200 D, $300 C, $500 B or 5SS, G/10 d2. Marriott Philadelphia Downtown (see World Open). $1700 JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, PENNSYL- $700 A. Mixed Doubles bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player VANIA guaranteed prizes. In 2 sections. Open Section: $300-200-100, top “team” combined score among all sections: $800-400-200. Team must US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 300 (ENHANCED) U2300 $220, U2100/Unr $200. Under 1900 Section: $200-100-50, top average under 2200; may play in different sections; must register (no U1700 $130, U1500 $110, U1300 $90. EF: $40, at site only, no checks. 45TH ANNUAL WORLD OPEN extra fee) by 2 pm 7/15. Top 6 sections EF: $105 at chessaction.com GMs $40 from prize. Reg: 6-9 pm, rounds 9:30, 10:10, 10:50, 11:30, 9SS at luxurious 1201 Market St., by 7/12, 3-day $108, 2-day $107 mailed by 7/5, all $120 at site, or Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 12:10. 1 half point bye available, must commit before rd. 2. Quick-rated Philadelphia, PA 19107, directly across the street from the world famous online until 2 hrs before round 1. GMs $100 from prize. Class E Section (will not affect regular ratings); higher of regular or quick used for Reading Terminal Market with over 80 food vendors. In 9 sections. EF: all $50 less than above All: No checks at site, credit cards OK. pairings & prizes. $225,000 guaranteed prizes. Unrated may enter only Open, U2200, Online EF $5 less to ICA members; join/renew at il-chess.org. ICA Tour U2000, or Unrated Sections. Free analysis of your games by GM Sam JULY 4, PENNSYLVANIA event. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Palatnik 6/30-7/4, free GM lectures 9 am 7/2 & 7/3. Open Section, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) Special 1 year USCF dues with magazine if paid with entry. Online at June 30-July 4 only: Open to all who are or were rated 2200/over WORLD OPEN BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP (BLZ) chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed or

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at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. Re-entry (except site or online until 2 hours before round 1. Online entry $5 less to NYSCA $20 more after 7/29, $30 more after 8/8, $40 more at the door. Con- Master) $50. 3-day schedule: Reg. ends Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & members (may join with entry). U1200 Section EF: all $30 less than tenders EF: $249. $20 more after 7/29, $30 more after 8/8, $40 more 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 above. No checks at site, credit cards OK. GMs, IMs & WGMs free, at the door. Special EFs: All $100 less for non-US FIDE rated in masters & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. Bye: all, limit 2; Master must commit before rd. 2, $60 deducted from prize. All: Re-entry $40; not available in Premier. section; If staying at the Hilton (min 3 nights), $50 less. All $25 less for others before rd. 3. HR: $109-109-109-109, 800-937-8461, 847-777- Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special new WI players. All $20 rebate for every new paying WI player you 6500, reserve by 6/30 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 1 year USCF with magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, refer. All $50 less, if born before 8/12/1967. Schedule Reg ends Sat 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at 10 am, rds. 8/12-8/15:11am & 5:30pm, Wed 8/16 11am. HR $99 Ent: Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. 3-day reg. ends Sat 6 MCA, c/o Michael Regan, 1827 Thornton Ridge Rd., Towson, MD 21204. Questions: DirectorAtChess.US, chesstour.com, 347-201-2269. Advance pm, rds. Fri 7, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day reg. ends Sat 10 am, More information, hotel reservation link, & online entry @ http://wash- entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). rds Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. Bye: all, limit 2; must commit before intl.mdchess.com Sat 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15 pm. rd. 2. HR: $95-95, reserve by 7/14, use link at chesstour.com or call Blitz tournament A Heritage Event! JULY 21-23, MINNESOTA 518-489-2981. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 20 SEPT. 2-4 OR 3-4, CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN 2017 U.S. SENIOR OPEN www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). Blitz tmt. Sat 9:30 US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED) See Nationals. pm, reg. ends 9:15 pm. 39TH ANNUAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OPEN 6-SS, G/100 + 30 second inc. (2-day schedule rds. 1-3 G/45 d5 then A Heritage Event! JULY 29-30, VIRGINIA US Chess Junior Grand Prix! merges). Town & Country Hotel, 500 Hotel Circle North, San Diego, CA JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, FLORIDA US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 6 92108. $$20,000 in Guaranteed Prizes, 6 Sections. Prizes: Open Sec WEEKEND SWISS (AT THE 118TH ANNUAL U.S. OPEN) 1st $2,400-1,600-1,200-900-600-500-400, plus BU2300 $1,000-600; US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 100 (ENHANCED) 5SS, G/60 d5 $200-100-50, U2200/Unrated 25TH ANNUAL SOUTHERN OPEN $1,150 Guaranteed Prizes: U2200, U2000, U1800 and U1600 Sections ALL: $1,000-600-400-200; $160, U2000 $150, U1800 $140, U1600 $120, U1400 $100, U1200 $80, U1400: $600-400-200-100, plus BU1200 $400-200. Plus Best Game 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Wyndham Unrated $50. Entry fee: $40, Unrated players free if paying US Chess Prizes: $75/$25 Reg.: 3-day: 8 to 9:30 AM, Sept official rating list used. Orlando Resort, 8001 International Dr., Orlando 32819. Special parking dues. On-site Registration: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Rounds at noon Open Section FIDE rated except for fast games in 2-day section. Re- $5/day. $15,000 guaranteed prizes. In 5 sections. Open: Open to all; & 3:00 p.m. Saturday, 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. Sunday. (See entry from 3-day to 2-day: $75, but must be U2300. 2-day: 8 AM to 9 U1800/Unr EF $50 more. $1800-900-500-300, clear/tiebreak 1st $100 U.S. Open Chess Championship TLA for venue details.) AM Sunday. Rds.: 3 day: 10 AM & 4 PM Sat, Sun and Mon. 2- day: 9:30 bonus, top U2300/Unr $600-300. Under 2100: $1200-600-300-200, top JULY 29-AUG. 6, AUG. 1-6 OR AUG. 3-6, VIRGINIA AM, 11:30, 1:30 & 4 PM (merged) Sun, then 10 AM & 4 PM Monday . EF: U1900/Unr $500-250. Under 1800: $1200-600-300-200, top U1600 (no $90 Early Bird Special if received by 7/31, $100 from 8/1 to 8/26, $120 unr) $400-200. Under 1500: $1000-500-300-200, top U1300 (no unr) US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 300 (ENHANCED) 118TH ANNUAL U.S. OPEN after 8/26, or $140 at door. No credit cards at door, checks or cash $300-150. Under 1200: $600-300-200-100, plaques to top Under 1000, only. Special rate of only $75 if U1400 or unrated. One book prize for Under 800, Under 600, Unrated. Mixed doubles: best male/female 2- See Nationals. Best Unrated player in each section; unrated players are not eligible player “team” combined score among all sections: $600-300. Must AUG. 5, VIRGINIA for cash prizes. Special rate for GMs, WGMs, IMs and WIMs: free if average under 2200; may play in different sections; register (no extra US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 15 emailed by 9/01/17 (but $100 deducted from any prize winnings), or fee) by 2 pm 7/22. Unrated prize limits: U1200 $100, U1500 $200, or U.S. OPEN NATIONAL BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP (BLZ) $60 if late entry at door. Players who forfeit any round are subject to a U1800 $400. Top 4 sections EF: $105 online at chessaction.com by See Nationals. possible $25 fine at TD discretion! SCCF membership req’d ($18 Adult; 7/19, 3-day $108, 2-day $107 mailed by 7/12, all $120 (no checks, credit $13 Jr or $3 Jr w/o mag,) for all So Cal residents. Two byes allowed, cards OK) at site, or online until 2 hours before round 1. GMs, IMs & A Heritage Event! but must be requested at least 1 hour before each round; last round WGMs free; $100 deducted from prize. U1200 Section EF: all $40 less US Chess Junior Grand Prix! byes are ok but must be requested before Rd. 2 and are irrevocable. than above. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13, MASSACHUSETTS Bring your own equipment and know how to set your clock for incremental unrated. Special 1 year USCF with paper magazine, paid with entry. US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 150 (ENHANCED) play. Entries: SDCC, PO Box 120162, San Diego, CA 92112 or enter Online at chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. 47TH ANNUAL CONTINENTAL OPEN online at www.scchess.com. For more info call Chuck Ensey 858- 432- Mailed or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. Re- 6SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option except Open Section, rds. 1-3 8006, or email me at [email protected] SCCF Annual Membership entry $60; no Open to Open. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Fri 6 pm, rds. G/40 d10). Host Hotel at Cedar Lake, 366 Main St. (Rt 20 West), Stur- Meeting: Sunday 2 PM. Hotel Rates: Special rate of only $135, 619- Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg ends Sat 10 bridge, MA 01566 (I-84 Exit 3, near I-90). Free parking. Experience 291-7131, or 1-800-772-8527 if booked by mid-August, please book am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. All: Half point byes OK all, limit 2, early 19th century America at Old Sturbridge Village (see www.osv.org). ASAP, as the rates may go up and/or sell out at any time. This large Open must commit before rd. 2, others before rd. 3. HR: $105-105 (no $30,000 guaranteed prizes. In 7 sections. Open: Open to all; U1800/Unr hotel in Mission Valley has hosted this event for the last 4 years, please resort fee), 1-800-421-8001, 407-351-2420; reserve by 7/6 or rate may EF $100 more. $3000-1500-700-500-300, clear or tiebreak win $200 stay here, as they help us guarantee the prize fund by offering lower increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, AWD D657633, or reserve bonus, top U2300/Unr $1400-700. FIDE. Under 2100: $2000-1000-500- ballroom fees compared to other locations. The SCO is a State Champi- car online through chesstour.com. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental 300-200. Under 1900: $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1700: onship Qualifier. Chess, Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Refunds, $15 service charge. Ques- $2000-1000-500-300-200. Under 1500: $1400-700-400-300-200. Under tions: www.chesstour.com, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. Advance 1300: $1400-700-400-300-200. Under 1000: $800-400-300-200, plaques entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted instantly). to top 3, first U800, U600, Unr. Unrated may enter any section, with Blitz tournament Sat 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15 pm. prize limit U1000 $150, U1300 $300, U1500 $450, U1700 $600, U1900 Regional US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $750; balance to next player(s) in line. Mixed doubles: best male/female JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, CONNECTICUT 2-player “team” combined score among all sections: $1000-600-400. ALABAMA US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 50 (ENHANCED) Must average under 2200; may play in different sections; must register 22ND ANNUAL BRADLEY OPEN (no extra fee) before both begin round 2. Top 4 sections EF: $158 at MAY 6, Tony Edmondson Classic 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10). Sheraton chessaction.com by 8/9, 4-day $164, 3-day $163, 2-day $162 mailed by 4SS, TC: G/60; d5. Headland Chess Club. 12569 County Road 99, Hotel, 1 Bradley Airport (visible at airport entrance), Windsor Locks, CT 8/2, $180 (no checks, credit cards OK) at site, or online until 2 hours Headland, AL 36345. Premiere (Rating 1700+): $175-$125-U2000: 06096 (I-91 Exit 40 to Rt 20). Free parking. $8000 guaranteed prizes. before rd. 1. GMs free; $150 deducted from prize. Under 1500 or Under $100; Reserve (Rating U1700): $150-$100-U1100: $100; Rds.: 9-11:30- In 5 sections. Open: Open to all; U1800/Unr EF $50 more. $1000-500- 1300 Section EF: all $40 less than top 4 sections EF. Under 1000 2:30-4:45. EF: $40; if mailed by APR 29th; $50 at site. Late REG: MAY 300, U2300/Unr $400. Under 2100: $800-400-200, top U1900/Unr $300. Section EF: all $80 less than top 4 sections EF. All: Online EF $5 less to 6th at 8am. Checks payable to: Caesar Chess. ENT: Caesar Chess LLC, Under 1800: $800-400-200, top U1600 (no unr) $300. Under 1500: MACA members; may join/renew at masschess.org. Re-entry $80; not 5184 Caldwell Mill Rd., Suite 204 - 202, Birmingham, AL 35244. Info: $700-400-200, top U1300 (no unr) $200. Under 1200: $300-200-100, available in Open. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise [email protected]; www.AlabamaChess.org. plaques to first 3, top U1000, U800, U600, Unrated. Mixed Doubles unrated. Special 1 year USCF with magazine if paid with entry. Online JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open (FL) bonus prizes: best male/female 2-player “team” combined score at chessaction.com, Adult $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, See Grand Prix. among all sections: $200-100. Must average under 2200; may play in phoned or paid at site, Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. 4- different sections; register (no extra fee) by 2 pm 7/22. Unrated prize day schedule: Reg Thu to 6 pm, rds. Thu 7 pm, Fri 6 pm, Sat 11 & 5, limits: U1200 $100, U1500 $200. Top 4 sections EF: $78 online at Sun 10 & 3:15. 3-day schedule: Reg. Fri to 11 am, rds. Fri 12 & 6, Sat ARIZONA chessaction.com by 7/19, 3-day $83, 2-day $82 if check mailed by 7/12, 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg Sat to 9 am, rds. Sat $90 at site, or online until 2 hrs before rd 1. U1200 Section EF: all $30 10,12:15, 2:30 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. No 2-day Open Section. All schedules: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! less than above. All: No checks at site, credit cards OK. GMs, IMs, & Bye all, limit 2, Open must commit before rd. 2, other sections before Tuesday Night Open WGMs free, $70 deducted from prize. Online EF $3 less to CSCA or rd. 4. HR: $97-97, 800-582-3232, 508-347-7393, request chess rate, 4 or 5 round, USCF rated tournament; ROUND TIMES: 7:00pm One game WMCA members. Re-entry (no Open to Open) $50. Unofficial uschess.org reserve by 7/28 or rate may increase. Car rental: Avis, 800-331-1600, every Tuesday of the month: Time Control: 40/120, SD/60 d5. PRIZES: ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Special 1 year USCF dues use AWD #D657633. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, PO 1st Place and Class Prizes based on number of entries; ENTRY FEE: with paper magazine if paid with entry. Online at chessaction.com, Adult Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: $45; TO REGISTER: chessemporium.com, call 602-482-4867. SITE: 7000 $35, Young Adult $22, Scholastic $15. Mailed, phoned or paid at site, chesstour.com, chesstour.info, DirectorAtChess.us, 347-201-2269. E. Shea Blvd., Suite H-1910, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Adult $40, Young Adult $25, Scholastic $17. 3-day schedule: Reg ends Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted APR. 29, Arizona Scholastic Chess All-Star Invitational Fri 6 pm, rds. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. 2-day schedule: Reg instantly). Blitz tournament Sat. 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15 pm. 3-SS, G/55 d5 Sections by age & rtg: 12-14 over 800, 15-17 over ends Sat 10 am, rds. Sat 11, 2 & 5, Sun 10 & 3:15. Bye: all, limit 2; must US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 1100 as of 4/17. Max players of 16 per section. EF: $99 by 4/15, $109 commit before rd. 2. HR: $105-105, 860-627-5311; reserve by 7/7 or AUG. 12-16, MARYLAND by 4/22, and $124 on site. Prizes: Guar. $50 per entry goes 1st and rate may increase. chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Box Ent: US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 200 (ENHANCED) 2nd. On Site Registration: 8:15-8:45 am. Round Times: 9 am, 11:45 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. $15 service charge for refunds. Questions: 6TH ANNUAL WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL am, and 2:30 pm. Pre-Registration: chessemporium.com or call 602- chesstour.com, chesstour.info, DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. 482-4867. Site: 7000 E. Shea Blvd. Ste. H-1910, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Advance entries posted at chessaction.com (online entries posted 9SS, 40/90, SD/20 inc/30 Rockville Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852, 301-468-0308. Three Sections, instantly). Blitz tournament Sat 9:30 pm, enter by 9:15 pm. All prizes guaranteed. Mas- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! ters Section (minimum 2100 FIDE or 2200 USCF to play. FIDE APR. 29-30, 3rd Annual: Live Long and Patzer! Leonard Nimoy US Chess Junior Grand Prix! ratings used for pairings and prizes) $4400-2100-1100-900-700-600- Memorial JULY 28-30 OR 29-30, NEW YORK 500-400, top U2500 $1400-750, top U2300 $1200-650. Limited number Cash Prizes, Mystery Trophies, and Trivia Contest! 4SS, 30/90, 25/60, US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 30 (ENHANCED) of minimum prizes for non-US FIDE rated players, see web page. Limited 25/60; d0 No Sudden Death! Pan Asian Comm Center, 940 S. Craycroft, PETER HENNER MEMORIAL amount of housing support is available for non-US GMs and IMs. GM Tucson, AZ 85711. Open to Must be 18 years old or older to play in this 5SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10 (2-day option, rds. 1-2 G/60 d10), Best Western and IM norms possible. Experts Section 9-SS (under 2201 USCF event. EF: $25 at the door. $$b/15: $150-100. Mystery Trophy to 1st, Sovereign Hotel, 1228 Western Ave., Albany 12203. $4000 guaranteed and under 2100 FIDE, minimum 1700 USCF to play. USCF ratings 2nd, 3rd!. Add Cash $$ if more than 15 players. Tiebreaks: Cumulative, prize fund. In 4 sections. Premier: Open to 1800/above. $600-400-200, used, FIDE rated) $2200-1100-600-500-400, top U2000 $1100-525. Solkoff, Median. Reg.: Sat. 9AM to 9:45. Rds.: 10AM; 3:30PM BOTH top U2210 $300-150. Under 2000: $400-200-100, top U1800 (no unr) Contenders (under 1800 USCF): $2000-1000-500, top U1600 $400. DAYS. 2 half pt byes avail. INFO: Ed Yetman at Desertparadise@ $240-120. Under 1600: $300-150-80, top U1400 (no unr) $140-70. Under Free Continental breakfast for players Sat. and Wed. mornings. hotmail.com or Morry Holland 520-358-5841. Prize and Trivia Contest 1200: $140-70-40, plaques to 1st, top U1000, U800, U600, Unr. Unrated All equipment provided for all sections. Hospitality Suite Friday Info: www.Events4Chess.com. may not win over $60 in U1200 or $120 in U1600. Mixed doubles: evening. Masters section EF: GMs, non-US IMs Free; US IMs and MAY 27-29 $200-100 to best male/female “team” combined score among all WGMs $199; FMs $299; FIDE above 2200 $349; FIDE from 2100 to 2199 , 2017 U.S. Amateur West Championship sections. Team must average under 2200; may play in different sections; $399, FIDE from 2000 to 2099 $600, FIDE below 2000 $800. All $25 See Nationals. register (no extra fee) by 2 pm 7/29. Top 3 sections EF: $68 online at more after 6/12, $35 more after 7/29, $45 more after 8/8, $70 more at JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) chessaction.com by 7/26, 3-day $73, 2-day $72 mailed by 7/19, $80 at the door. Experts EF: USCF above 1799 $249; USCF below 1800 $299. See Nationals.

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JUNE 15, Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz APR. 15, San Jose Kids Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5) MAY 7, Cupertino DuperSwiss75 (3SS, G/75 d5) Championship (BLZ) (NV) 2050 Concord Drive #42, San Jose, CA 95131. Trophies: players w + Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Prizes: $1,300 b/50. 60% See Grand Prix. score. Sched: Required Check-in 2:30-3p. Games: 3-5:30p. EF: 29, 44 guar. 1900+: $200-100-100, u2000 50-50. 1500-1899: $200-100, u1600 after 4/11 http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. 50-50. u1500: $200-100, u1200 50-50. May 17 Supp & TD disc. 8- JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open (NV) Info: Reg.: See Nationals. APR. 22, Pleasanton $uper$wiss - G/60 (4SS, G/60 d5) 8:45. Rds.: 9-11:45-2:40. EF: 49 Econ 34 w 1/2 prz, after 5/1 +15, playup +25, Rtd 2200+ $0 by 4/23. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/ JUNE 17-18 Sheraton Pleasanton, 5990 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Pleasanton, CA 94588. , International Youth Championship (NV) $1,300 b/50. 60% guar. 1900+: $200-100-100, u2000 50-50. grandprix. W. See Nevada. Prizes: 1500-1899: $200-100, u1600 50-50. u1500: $200-100, u1200 50-50. Apr MAY 7, San Jose Kids Quads (PK-12; 3RR, G/30 d5) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) 17 Supp & TD disc. Sched: Reg. 9-9:15. Rds. 9:30-11:50-2:30-5. EF: 49, 2050 Concord Drive #42, San Jose, CA 95131. Trophies: Players w/plus See Grand Prix. Econ 34 w 1/2 prz. after 4/18 +15, playup +25, Rtd 2200+ $0 by score. Sched: Required Check-in 1:30-2p. Games: 2-5p. EF: 29, 44 after 4/10. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W. 5/2. Info: BayAreaChess.com/signature. ARKANSAS APR. 22-23, 12th Annual Frank Doyle Open MAY 13, Sacramento LuperSwiss (3SS, G/90 d5) See Grand Prix. Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Prizes: $600 b/36. A State Championship Event! APR. 23, Bay Area Cupertino Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5) 1700+: $150-100, u1900 50. u1700: $150-100, u1600 50. May 17 Supp APR. 8, Arkansas Scholastic Championship Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: players w + score. & TD disc. Reg.: 9-9:15. Rds. 9:30-12:30-3:30 EF: 45, Econ 29 1/2 prz., in Lincoln, AR for any AR student Grade K to 12. Lincoln Middle School, Sched: Reg. 9:30-9:45a. Games: 10a - 1:30p. EF: 34, 49 after 4/18. after 5/9 +15, playup +15, Rated 2200+ $0 by 5/1. Info: 201 East School St., Lincoln, AR 72744. Reg. on-site: 8AM; pre-pd. player Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W. check-in: 8:30. Expect Rd. 1: 9AM; other rds. ASAP, w/a lunch break. APR. 23 MAY 13, Sacramento Chess4Less Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5) Awards about 5:45PM. EF: $15 (less $10 if postmark by Mar 31st). USCF , Bay Area Cupertino Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5) Courtyard Marriott, Cupertino, CA 95014. Trophies: Players w + score. Courtyard Marriott, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670. Trophies: players w req/available. Adv. Entry: K. Bellisario, 3409 Ramsgate Way, Ft. Smith, + score. Sched: Reqrd. Check-in 1:30-2p. Games: 2:30-5p. EF: 24, 39 AR 72908. Request registration form/flyer: [email protected]. Sched: Reqrd. Check-in 1:30-2p. Games: 2:15-5p. EF: 29, 44 after 4/18. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. after 5/9. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. MAY 5-7 OR 6-7 , 4th Annual Little Rock Spring Open APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 MAY 14, Fremont DuperSwiss75 (3SS, G/75 d5) See Grand Prix. , Bay Area Chess Summer Start Courtyard Marriott, Fremont, CA 94538. $1,300 b/50. 60% guar. Championship Prizes: 1900+: $200-100-100, u2000 50-50. 1500-1899: $200-100, u1600 50-50. See Grand Prix. u1500: $200-100, u1200 50-50. May 17 Supp & TD disc. Reg.: 8:30-8:45. CALIFORNIA, NORTHERN APR. 29, Bay Area San Ramon Swiss (PK-12; 4SS, G/30 d5) Rds.: 9-11:45-2:40. EF: 49, Econ 34 w 1/2 prz. after 5/8 +15, playup APR. 15, Foster City LuperSwiss90 (3SS, G/90 d5) Courtyard Marriott, 18090 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon, CA 94583. +15, Rtd 2200+ $0 by 5/1. Info: BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W. Foster City Courtyard Marriott, 550 Shell Blvd., 94404. Prizes: $1,300 Trophies: players w + score. Sched: Reg. 9:30-9:45a. Games: 10a - 1:30p. MAY 14 34, 49 after 4/26. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. , Mother’s Day Special: Mom & Child Championship b/50. 60% guar. 1900+: $200-100-100, u2000 50-50. 1500-1899: EF: (PK-12; 5SS, G/30 d5) $200-100, u1600 50-50. u1500: $200-100, u1200 50-50. Apr 17 Supp APR. 29, Bay Area San Ramon Quads (PK-12; 3xG/30 d5) 2050 Concourse Drive #42, San Jose, CA 95131. Special commemo- & TD disc. Reg.: 9-9:15. Rds. 9:30-1-4:30. EF: 49, Econ 34 w 1/2 Courtyard Marriott, 18090 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon, CA 94583. rative trophies to players w + score & all teams. Sched: Reg 9:30-9:45a. prz. after 12/2 +15, playup +25, Rtd 2200+ $0 by 4/9. Info: Trophies: Players w + score. Sched: Reqrd Check-in 1:30-2p. Games: 2:15- Games: 10a - 5p. EF: 44 (mother&child team), 54 after 5/4. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/grandprix. W. 5p. EF: 29, 44 after 4/26. Info: http://BayAreaChess.com/signature. W. http://BayAreaChess.com/parentsday. W.

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Overall Affiliate Standings Adult Membership Standings Name State Count Name State Count CONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 1235 CONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 1007 PAPERCLIP PAIRINGS TX 1099 MARSHALL CHESS CLUB NY 187 BAY AREA CHESS CA 671 CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CTR MO 149 THE BERKELEY CHESS SCHOOL VA 366 JERSEY SHORE HS CHESS LEAGUE NJ 143 WESTERN PA YOUTH CHESS CLUB PA 273 SAN DIEGO CHESS CLUB CA 113 BOCA RATON CHESS CLUB FL 269 ROCHESTER CHESS CENTER NY 84 ROCKS & ROOKS CHESS CLUB TX 253 LOS ANGELES CHESS CLUB CA 83 CHESS CLUB AND SCHOLASTIC CTR MO 242 DALLAS CHESS CLUB TX 83 FOOTHILL HS CHESS CLUB CA 237 BAY AREA CHESS CA 81 MICHIGAN CHESS ASSOCIATION MI 234 PAPERCLIP PAIRINGS TX 68 Small State Affiliate Standings Scholastic and Youth Membership Standings Name State Count Name State Count MAINE ASSOC OF CHESS COACHES ME 73 PAPERCLIP PAIRINGS TX 1031 ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL CC ME 56 BAY AREA CHESS CA 590 NEW MEXICO SCHOL CHESS ORG NM 43 THE BERKELEY CHESS SCHOOL CA 329 WVSCA WV 40 WESTERN PA YOUTH CHESS CLUB PA 260 TOURNAMENT IN A BOX NH 24 CONTINENTAL CHESS ASSN NY 228 AIRLINE COMMUNITY SCHOOL ME 22 ROCKS & ROOKS CHESS CLUB TX 223 RELYEA CHESS NH 21 FOOTHILL HS CHESS CLUB CA 219 OMAHA CHESS COMMUNITY NE 15 EN PASSANT CHESS CLUB TX 219 KNIGHTS CHESS CLUB NH 11 BOCA RATON CHESS CLUB FL 205 DELAWARE YOUTH CHESS ORG DE 10 SACRAMENTO VALLEY SCH CL CA 199 ENDGAME CHESS NM 10 Member Standings CHESS CLUB OF ADDISON COUNTY VT 10 Name State Count MESA CHESS CLUB NM 10 NAVARRO, DANIEL A TX 19 SOSO, VAUGHN JONATIN NY 17 State Chapter Affiliate Standings CLARK, MIKE MO 15 Name State Count KRANICH RITTER, TANIA FL 13 MARYLAND CHESS ASSOCIATION MD 453 TUSING, TIMOTHY A FL 12 WASHINGTON CHESS FEDERATION WA 158 WAGUESPACK, GARY PHILLIP MD 9 PENNSYLVANIA ST CHESS FED PA 155 SPENCER, ALEC CA 5 MASSACHUSETTS CHESS ASSOC MA 82 SLAVIN, DANIEL JOSHUA NY 5 MINNESOTA ST CHESS ASSN MN 46 BRACKENRIDGE, KEITH W OH 5 TENNESSEE CHESS ASSOCIATION TN 41 STALLINGS, JAY CA 4 IOWA STATE CHESS ASSOCIATION IA 36 SHAEFFER, JAY CO 4 NEVADA CHESS INC NV 28 MOY, BOBBY NY 4 NEW HAMPSHIRE CHESS ASSN NH 27 SETSER, BRADY SC 4 WISCONSIN CHESS ASSOCIATION WI 25 ALVAREZ, WAYLON TX 4 PCT Gain Standings State Dec15 Dec16 PCT State Dec15 Dec16 PCT State Dec15 Dec16 PCT State Dec15 Dec16 PCT TERR 50 73 46.0 NV 897 1006 12.2 TX 10782 11735 8.8 AK 61 65 6.6 UT 634 781 23.2 LA 667 732 9.7 GA 2284 2462 7.8 MO 1441 1698 17.8 KY 1524 1671 9.6 CT 1306 1401 7.3

62 April 2017 | Chess Life See previous issue for TLAs appearing April 1-14

JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) 10:15-1:45-5:30. Ent: SCCF, 12710 Bloomfield Ave., Apt #148, Norwalk, AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13, 47th annual Continental Open (MA) See Grand Prix. CA 90650. On-line entry: www.scchess.com. See Grand Prix. JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) MAY 29, MDC Action Swiss See Nationals. 5-SS, G/30 d2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2280 South Haven DELAWARE JUNE 15 Ave., Ontario, CA 91761. $500 b/40, else proportional: $150-70-40, , Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz U2100/ Unr $80, U1800 $80, Under 1500 $80. EF: $20 if received by Championship (BLZ) (NV) APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, 11th annual 5/22, $25 at door. Reg.: 9:30-10 a.m. Rds: 10:15-11:30-1:15-2:30-3:45. See Grand Prix. Philadelphia Open (PA) Ent: SCCF, 12710 Bloomfield Ave., Apt #148, Norwalk, CA 90650. On See Grand Prix. JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open (NV) line entry: www.scchess.com. See Nationals. MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) See Grand Prix. JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) See Grand Prix. JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class See Nevada. JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 Championships (VA) , 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) See Nationals. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 15 , Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) Championship (BLZ) (NV) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. CALIFORNIA, SOUTHERN JUNE 24-25, World Open Under 2300 (PA) JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 THE LOS ANGELES CHESS CLUB , 2017 National Open (NV) See Pennsylvania. See Nationals. The Most Active Club on the West Coast! (310) 795-5710. * JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) LACC: www.LAChessClub.com; VCC: www.ValleyChess JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) See Pennsylvania. See Nevada. Club.com; Contact: [email protected]; Saturday & Sun- JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 , 45th days: 10 am-9 pm (Beginner/Novice & Intermediate classes + , 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open Annual World Open (PA) 3 Tournaments each day – Details on our web site. Tuesdays: See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. 7:30-9:30 pm (Advance lecture). 11514 Santa Monica Blvd., SEPT. 2-4 OR 3-4, 39th Annual Southern California Open JULY 4 Los Angeles, CA 90025. (4 blocks W of 405, SW corner of See Grand Prix. , World Open Blitz Championship (BLZ) (PA) Santa Monica & Butler * 2nd Floor – above Javan Restaurant) See Grand Prix. Group Classes * Tournaments * Private (1:1) Lessons. COLORADO VELLOTTI’S CHESS SCHOOL DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA APR. 18 & 25 Beginners Welcome! Now offering online lessons, Vellotti’s , CSCC April Quick (QC) MAY 26-29 OR 27-29 6SS. TC: G/24+5. Ballroom in the Acacia Apartment Bldg., 104 E. Platte, , 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) Chess School makes chess FUN for both boys & girls from See Grand Prix. PreK thru 8th grade. Our Award-Winning Enchanted Chess Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Open: One section open to all USCF mem- adventure-based system is currently used to train & develop bers. EF: $10 includes 6 rounds over 2 weeks (3 games / week); $5 JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class thousands of students into state and national champions. Super discount for CSCC Supporting Members. Prizes: Cash prizes announced Championships (VA) star International Master Luke Vellotti supervises the devel- at event. Reg.: About 6:00pm until 6:45pm each week, Rds.: 7:00pm. See Grand Prix. opment of lesson plans and also coaches more advanced students Entries: Paul Anderson. Phone: (719) 459-9612 SMS available. Email: and titled players. Now in two locations- Idaho and Southern [email protected]. CA. For more info about Classes, Camps, and Tournaments, JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) FLORIDA call (208) 713-2486 or email [email protected]. Visit See Nationals. Boca Raton Chess Club us online at SuccessInChess.com or SoCalChess.com to register JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open (NV) Friday night tournament games, one game a week for 4 weeks. for a FREE class today! See Nationals. www.bocachess.com, 561-302-4377. APR. 1, 8, 22, 29, LACC - Saturday G/60 JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) APR. 27, Village Senior Quads 4 separate events- 4 Sections. Open/U1800/U1400/U1000; 6SS, G/60 See Nevada. Open to all *. 3 round Quad G/60 d5. Captiva Rec. Center, 658 Pinellas d5 for top 2 sections and G/30 d0 for bottom 2. 11514 Santa Monica JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 Pl., The Villages, FL 32163. Rds.: 10AM, 1PM, 3:15PM. EF: $5, prizes Blvd., LA 90025, 2nd fl. EF: $30/ ($20 LACC memb; No prizes 1/2). Reg:. , 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) based on entries. Unrateds free. Booster: $12, Prize 1 year membership 11-12. Register at LAChessClub.com and receive a free gift. Rds.: 12, See Grand Prix. in USCF, nonrated. Reg.: 9AM at site. Adv. Reg.: send to Monroe Stein- 2, 4 pm each day. Prizes: 1/2 collections. Parking: Free at BoA, streets, dorf, 2836 Manor Downs, The Villages, FL 32162. Email: steindorf01@ & basement. Info: 310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com. CONNECTICUT msn.com. Note: * Lake, Sumter and Marion county residents must reside in The Villages. APR. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, LACC - Sat Nite Blitzathon (3/2) (BLZ) APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 , 26th annual Eastern Class APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 5 separate events- 7DSS, G/3 d2 (Blitz,14 Games). 11514 Santa Monica Championships (MA) , 24th Space Coast Open Blvd., LA, 90025, 2nd fl. 4 blks W of 405. EF: $20 ($15 LACC memb). No See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. prizes 1/2. Reg.: 6-6:30 pm. Register at LAChessClub.com and receive MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 25th annual New York State Open (NY) , 26th annual Chicago a free gift. Rds.: 6:30, 6:55, 7:20, 7:45, 8:10, 8:35, 9 pm. Prizes: 1/2 Open (IL) collections. Free on streets & BoA. 310/795-5710 or See Grand Prix. Parking: Info: See Grand Prix. www.LAChessClub.com MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) JUNE 23-25 APR. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 See Grand Prix. , 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) , Every Saturday & Sun- See Grand Prix. day Chess 4 JRS JUNE 9-11 OR 10-11, 23rd Annual Northeast Open 10 separate events- 5SS, G/30 d0. 11514 Santa Monica Blvd. & Butler See Grand Prix. JUNE 23-25, 5 Rounds Chess Educators International Open LA, 90025, 2nd fl. 4 blocks West of 405. EF: $30 ($20 LACC memb, No JUNE 10 Tournament , In Memory of IM Dr. Danny Kopec (b. 2/28/1954, d. See Grand Prix. prize 1/2, siblings 1/2, Free new LACC members). Reg.: 12-1 pm. 6/12/2016) (NH) Register at LAChessClub.com and receive a free gift. Rds.: 1pm & asap; See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! done by 4; Prizes: Trophies & medals; All players receive prizes! Parking: JUNE 23-28 JUNE 10 , 1st FIDE World Junior U20 Chess Championship Free on streets & BoA. Free healthy refreshments. Info: (310) 795-5710 , 23rd annual Robert Musicant/Donald Yazgoor Memo- for the Disabled - Orlando, Florida USA or www.LAChessClub.com or [email protected] rial Scholastic FIDE WORLD EVENT. 7SS, 40/90 mins + 30 mins SD+ 30sec inc. Park APR. 2, 9, 23, 30, LACC - Sunday G/60 5SS, G/30 d0. Norwalk Library, 2nd Flr Auditorium, 1 Belden Ave., Inn Resort and Conference Center Orlando by Radisson, which is located Norwalk, CT 06850. Near Exit 1 from US-7. Open to all players finishing 4 separate events- 4 Sections. Open/U1800/U1400/U1000; 6SS, G/60 on 3011 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee, Florida 34747 – United States – d5 for top 2 sections and G/30 d0 for bottom 2. 11514 Santa Monica 12th grade or younger. EF: $10 postmarked by 6/3/17. ALL-$15 after +1 407 396-1400. Hotel Rate: $99, mention CHESS “Meeting of the Blvd., LA 90025, 2nd fl. $30/ ($20 LACC memb; No prizes 1/2). or at door. Prizes: Trophies to Top 3 overall, Top 3 U-1200/UNR, Top minds”. Reserve by June 5, 2017. Free Parking, Free Internet and daily EF: Reg:. overall in grade categories K-2, 3-5, 6-8, Top U-1200/UNR in grade cat- 11-12. Register at LAChessClub.com and receive a free gift. 12, Shuttle Service to Disney Theme Park Attractions ▪Special Ticket Pricing Rds.: egories K-2, 3-5, 6-8. Name of first overall is engraved on the Musicant 2, 4 pm each day. Prizes: 1/2 collections. Parking: Free at BoA, streets, for Disney Theme Parks for the After 2 PM or After 4 PM Park Admission. Cup. Name of first U-1200/UNR is engraved on the Yazgoor Cup. Both FIDE Rules. USCF and FIDE rated. Highest Rating (FIDE, USCF or any & basement. Info: 310/795-5710 or www.LAChessClub.com. cups are on permanent display in the Norwalk Library Main Branch Chil- APR. 15-16 other) used for pairing purposes, June Rating. The overall winner , 2017 Alekhine Memorial dren’s Library. Reg. 9:15-9:45 Sat 6/10: Rd 1-10:00am, others ASAP. “FIDE World Junior Chess Champion for Disabled”; See Grand Prix. earns the title of: Lunchroom facility available for bag lunch. Pizza/desserts will be provided. “FIDE World Junior Chess Champion for Disabled - Blind Section”; Boards and sets will be provided. Please bring a clock if you have one. “FIDE World Junior Chess Champion for Disabled - Deaf Section”; “FIDE US Chess Junior Grand Prix! For more information contact: [email protected]. Chks MAY 2, 9, 16, 23 World Junior Chess Champion for Disabled - Physically Disabled Section”. , Santa Monica Bay Chess Club payable to: Christopher Potts, mail to: Christopher Potts, 73 Nursery TUESDAY EVENINGS; (4-SS, G/1:55 d5) Cash prizes. St. Andrew’s Church, Special Awards for the Top Player Under 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 & 20. In St., Norwalk, CT 06850. Include player’s full name, grade finishing 11555 National Blvd., WLA, 90064. EF: $10 - Club members, $25 - non- and USCF ID number. Include SASE for confirmation if wanted. W. the team rankings, the top team obtains the title: “World Junior Chess members Reg.: 7-7:10 p.m. Rds.: 7:10-11:00 p.m., USCF rated Free Champion Team of Disabled”. The winners obtain Gold, Silver and Bronze parking. Free coffee. INFO: (310) 827-2789. JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) medals. Lists. Fees: FIDE fee: $60 Tournament, plus Tournament Entry See Grand Prix. Fee: $80 Per Player by May 1, $100 by June 1, $120 after June 2. USCF MAY 27, MDC Scholastics 5-SS, G/30 d2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2280 South Haven JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) Membership is required for USA Players. No half-points byes, only zero- point byes. No on-site registration. Rd. 1 Jun 23 @ 5pm Rd. Ave., Ontario, CA 91761. Open to gr. 12-below. In two sections: Open: See Grand Prix. Schedule: Trophies to top 5, top 3 U1200, top 2 Unrated. JUNE 26-28 2 Jun 24 @10 am, Rd. 3 Jun 25 @ 10am, Rd. 4 Jun. 25 @ 5pm, Rd. 5 Grade 6/below U1000: , World Open Warmup (PA) Jun 26 @10am, Rd. 6 Jun 27 @10am, Rd. 7 Jun 28 @10am. Closing Trophies to top 5, top 3 U700, top 2 Unrated. 8:30-9. 9:30- Reg.: Rds: See Pennsylvania. Ceremony June 28 @ 5pm. please email 10:45-12:30-1:45-3. $16 if received by 5/20, $20 door, SCCF For more information: EF: JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 [email protected], whatsup +1 917-553-4522 and official web- membership required (13$ youth with print mag, $3 youth w/o mag) , 45th site: chesseducators.com. Info: [email protected]. On-line ent: www.scchess.com. Ent: Annual World Open (PA) SCCF, 12710 Bloomfield Ave., Apt #148, Norwalk, CA 90650. See Grand Prix. JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) JULY 8-9 See Grand Prix. MAY 27-29, 2017 Lina Grumette Memorial Day Classic , 67th New Hampshire Open (NH) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) JULY 21-23 OR 22-23 See Pennsylvania. MAY 28, MDC Hexes , 22nd Annual Bradley Open 3-SS, G/90 d2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 2280 South Haven See Grand Prix. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th Ave., Ontario, CA 91761. 8-player sections by rating. EF: $21 if received JULY 28-30 OR 29-30, Peter Henner Memorial (NY) Annual World Open (PA) by 5/22, $24 door. $$ 40-20-10 each section. Reg.: 9:30-10 a.m. Rds: See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix.

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JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. KENTUCKY JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) MAY 13, Lexington 2nd Saturday GEORGIA See Grand Prix. Univ of KY. 5SS, G/30 d5. EF: $30. Prizes: Class prizes only. Over2000, JUNE 26-28 A, B, C, D, E, Under1000. 93% of entry fees go to prizes. Reg.: 11:30 at , World Open Warmup (PA) 310 Scott St., Taylor Ed Build., Rm. 108. 12:00-1:45-3:15-4:45- APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 2017 Phillip Taylor Georgia State See Pennsylvania. Rds.: Championship 6:00. Info: Lexchess.com, [email protected]. Extra: FREE entry See Grand Prix. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th for anyone just joining US Chess or new to rated tournaments. Annual World Open (PA) APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago , 24th Space Coast Open (FL) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. Open (IL) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. A State Championship Event! JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th APR. 29-30, 2017 Phillip Taylor State Championship Annual World Open (PA) 5-SS, G/90 +30. Emory University, Cox Hall Ballroom, 569 Asbury INDIANA See Grand Prix. Cir., Atlanta, GA 30322. Park free, allow 15 min to park and walk. Open JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, 14th Annual Great Lakes Open (MI) , 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) to all USCF members. GA residents require GCA memberships. All players See Grand Prix. must compete within their ratings class per the April ratings supplements See Grand Prix. - No Exceptions. In 2 sections: U1100, Trophies to Top 5, 1st Unrated, US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 1st Female. U850: Trophies to top 5, 1st Unrated, 1st Female. EF: $30 MAY 20, 2017 ISCA Memorial LOUISIANA online, deadline Apr. 26 (Wed). No onsite registration. Rounds - Sat- 4/SS, G/60 d10. Church of the Nativity, 7300 N. Lantern Rd., Indianapolis, 10:30 am (Time Control: G/90 d5), Rounds 2-5 (Time Control: G/90 + IN 46256. In 2 Sections: OPEN and U1800, EF: $40 by May 14, $60 A State Championship Event! APR. 29 30) 2:30 pm, 7:30 pm; Sun-10:00 am, 3:30 pm. Byes: One 1/2 point bye cash/credit onsite. Prize fund: $1400 b/50. OPEN: 1st $300, 2nd $200, , 2017 Louisiana State Scholastic Team & Individual available in rounds 1-4. Must declare 1/2 pt byes when entering and no Top U2000 $100. U1800: 1st $250, 2nd $150, Top U1600 U1400 each Championships changes permitted after commencement of Round 1. Info: www.geor- $100. Special prizes: Top Senior (60+) and Scholastic in each section Site: St. Dominic School, 6326 Memphis St., New Orleans, LA 70124. 7 giachess.org, [email protected]. $50. Registration: 8:15-9:00. Rounds: 9:30AM, 12:30PM, 3:00, 6:00. USCF rated sects: K-2, K-4, K-6, K-8-under-800, K-8-Open, K-12-under- 1200, K-12-Open - MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) Entries: Advance at indianachess.org or mail to Roger Norris, 2703 please note that K-8-Open and K-12-Open are for See Grand Prix. Wallace Ave., Terre Haute, IN 47802, email: [email protected], 812- LA residents only; all other sections are open to all (April 2017 official ratings will be used). Format: First 4 sections listed above will play 5SS, JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 878-6517. ISCA membership req’d, OSA, 1 bye if requested before Rd.2, , Castle Chess Grand Prix NO LAST RD. BYES. G/30 d5, with on-site registration from 9-9:30am and first round at 10am; See Grand Prix. remaining 3 sections will play 5SS, Rds. 1-3 G/30 d5 and Rds. 4-5 G/45 MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) , 26th annual Chicago d5 with on-site registration from 8-8:30am and first round at 9am. All See Grand Prix. Open (IL) sects. except K-2 will be required to play with a clock. Team info: Minimum See Grand Prix. of 3 players from same school or home-school district to make a team JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) with the top 4 scores counting as final total team score. No limit on See Grand Prix. MAY 28, 6th annual Chicago Open Blitz (BLZ) (IL) See Grand Prix. number of entries or teams from same school, but team members must JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) all register in the same section (section of team player in the highest See Pennsylvania. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th grade). Prizes: Trophies awarded to top 10 individuals and top 3 teams Annual World Open (PA) in each section; participation medals to all non-trophy winners. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 Byes: , 45th See Grand Prix. 1/2-point bye available for any one round, must notify director of requested Annual World Open (PA) bye prior to Rd. 2. EF: $30 if rec’d by 4/22; $40 thereafter and at site. See Grand Prix. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) See Grand Prix. Nearby Hotel (please make your own reservation): Radisson Hotel JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open (FL) New Orleans Airport (800-267-9402); Hilton New Orleans Airport Hotel See Grand Prix. (504-469-5000); please reserve early as there is a special event going on IOWA in the city and hotels are booking up quickly. Players should bring their own chess boards, sets and clocks; chess vendor will be on site. For HAWAII APR. 21-23 OR 22-23, 11th Annual Okoboji Chess Open, further detail, questions or On-line Entries: www.cajunchess.com. For JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 Reserve (Under 1600) & Blitz (BLZ) more info or Phone entries: 504-208-9596 or 504-905-2971. , 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! MAY 27-28, 2017 Louisiana Open APR. 29-30, 5th Annual Ice Harbor Scholastic Open 5SS, G/120 d5, except for RD. 1, which is G/75 d5. SITE: Best Western IDAHO A Weekend Scholastic Tournament with extra events including Friday Night Plus, 125 E. Kaliste Saloom Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508. Free parking. To VELLOTTI’S CHESS SCHOOL Blitz, Saturday Open & Reserve Bughouse, and Friends & Family with 144 reserve by phone, call 337-235-1367 and reference Lafayette Chess Club Individual and 54 Team Awards. Where: The Grand River Center / Grand and Louisiana Open. RR: $85.99 plus tax. REG.: Sat. 8:30-9:45. Rounds: Beginners Welcome! Now offering online lessons, Vellotti’s Harbor Resort & Waterpark, 500 Bell St., Dubuque, IA 52001. Reg.: Online: Sat. 10am, 1:30pm, 6pm. Sun. 9am, and 1pm. Byes: One 1/2 pt. available Chess School makes chess FUN for both boys & girls from www.onlineregistration.cc under “Chess in Iowa.” On-Site: Fri: 6:00 pm if requested before 2nd rd. Prizes: 70% returned. 1st 200; 2nd 150. 3 PreK thru 8th grade. Our Award-Winning Enchanted Chess – 7:00 pm. Sat: 8:00am– 9:30am. Mail: Checks payable to “Chess in person in each class or combined. EF: $70. Entry/Info: Checks payable adventure-based system is currently used to train & develop Iowa,” c/o James Hodina, 3411 Blue Pt. Ct. SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. to Lafayette Chess Club. No electronic devices of any kind in Tournament thousands of students into state and national champions. Super Include name, USCF ID, Section, Team & Email address. 6 Scholastic Hall; no mon roi, no Ipad/Ipod Touch. Medically approved hearing aids star International Master Luke Vellotti supervises the devel- Sections FIDE Rated Master/Expert(M/X) G/90 +30, 4 Rds: Sat 10-3 may be used; bring supporting Medical documentation. Contact: Thomas opment of lesson plans and also coaches more advanced students Sun 9-2; K-12 Open & K-6 Open: G/75 d5, K-12 U1200, K-6 U800, K-3 Open C. Leblanc, 337-981-1821, [email protected]. and titled players. Now in two locations- Idaho and Southern G/45 d5, 6 Rds: Sat 10-12:30-2:30, Sun 9-11-1:30. Entry Fee: $50 by 3/1, JULY 21-23 OR 22-23 CA. For more info about Classes, Camps, and Tournaments, , 25th annual Southern Open (FL) $55 by 4/1, $60 after 4/1, $70 on site. Prize Info: Main Event Awards: See Grand Prix. call (208) 713-2486 or email [email protected]. Visit Master/Expert: Top 6 Overall. K-12 Open: Top 10 Overall, Top 3 U1600 & us online at SuccessInChess.com or SoCalChess.com to register U1400 each. K-12 U1200: Top 6 Overall, Top 2 U900, U600, Unrated each. for a FREE class today! K-6 Open: Top 6 Overall, Top 2 U1000, U800, U600 each. K-6 U800: Top 6 MAINE US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Overall, Top 2 U600, U300, Unrated, each. K-3 Open: Top 6 Overall, Top 2 APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 APR. 22 U800, U400, Unrated, each. Club Team Awards: (Total of top 3 individual , 26th annual Eastern Class , 2017 Idaho Open Chess Championships Championships (MA) 4SS, G/60 d5 Rnds 1 & 2, G/90 d5 Rnds. 3 & 4. 2 Sections: Open and scores): Plaques Each Player of Top 3 Teams in Each Section: K-3, K-6 Reserve (U1400) (may be combined for pairing purposes if low turnout.) Open & U800, K-12 Open & U1200. Teams may be of common school or See Grand Prix. Site: ISU, Student Un Bldg, Salmon River Suites, 1065 S. 8th St., Pocatello, chess club per USCF current regulations. Top Pair Awards: (players JULY 8-9, 67th New Hampshire Open (NH) ID. USCF mem req., ICA mem req., OSA. EF: $30 (U18 & 60+ $25), by may be from different sections): Top 3 Boy/Girl, Top Father/Son, See Grand Prix. 4/20/17, $35 (all) after. Reg & Ck in: 7:45-8:30 AM 04/22. If not ckd Mother/Daughter, and Mixed Double. Hotel: Grand Harbor Resort and JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) in & pd by 8:30, may not be paired in 1st rnd. RNDS: 9, 11:15, 2, 5:15. Waterpark, $119 chess rate includes 4 passes to waterpark. Rate guaranteed See Grand Prix. 1/2 pt byes: Max 1, Rd. 1-3 only. Request 1st & 2nd Rnd byes before through March 1. Reservations: Phone (866) 690-4006 and ask for the Ice round is paired. All others commit by end of rd. 2. Prizes: $$ b/30; Harbor Chess Group rate. Side Events: Entry Fee = $10.00 per player Open: $200-100-75; Reserve: $75-50-25. HR/ENT/INFO: ICA, 212 N. per event. Unrated K-6 Scholastic Tournament (same registration details MARYLAND 3rd St., Bellevue, ID 83313, [email protected], www.ida- as K-6 U1200). Blitz Chess Tournament Fri 7 pm; Bughouse Reserve Tour- hochessassociation.com. W. nament Sat 4:30 pm; Bughouse Open Tournament Sat 7:30 pm; Friends MARYLAND CHESS ASSOCIATION TOURNAMENTS and Family, Sat – Sun, 4 Rds, Rated & Unrated Sections. Additional Info: MCA runs scholastic tournaments (almost every other Saturday Visit www.iceharborchess.com for details on tournament, playing site, from mid-September to late May) & open tournaments (usually ILLINOIS hotel, and area attraction or email: [email protected]. 10+ annually) throughout Maryland. Listings & online regis- tration at www.MDChess.org. Maryland scholastic players APR. 7-9, 2017 All-Girls National Championships presented by MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago the Kasparov Chess Foundation in association with the Renais- who compete in the Varsity section (which has a floor of 1600) Open (IL) of a Maryland-Sweet-16 Qualifier can qualify for the $44,000 sance Knights Chess Foundation & US Chess See Grand Prix. See Nationals. scholarship to UMBC (University of Maryland, Baltimore JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) County) awarded each year. APR. 29-30 , Chicago Chess Center 1st Haymarket Memorial See Grand Prix. APR. 8 See Grand Prix. , Maryland April Action JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) See Grand Prix. MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, 14th Annual Great Lakes Open (MI) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, 11th annual jPhiladelphia Open (PA) MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 , 26th annual Chicago See Grand Prix. Open KANSAS APR. 29 See Grand Prix. MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 , Waldorf Quad #17 , 26th annual Chicago 3 Rd. Quads, G/90 d5. Waldorf Chess Club, 2932 Mattawoman Beantown MAY 28 Open (IL) , 6th annual Chicago Open Blitz (BLZ) RD., Waldorf, MD 20601. EF: $20. $$GTD: $50. 1st each Quad. Reg.: See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. 8:30 - 9:45 AM. Rds.: 10:00, 2:00, and 5:30. INFO: Roland Thorpe, 301- JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) 752-5169, [email protected]. DIR: Located within 30-40 minutes See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. of the DC, and Northern VA metro area. http://waldorfchessclub.org.

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MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, Maryland Open [email protected], 978-345-5011. Website: www.wachusettchess.org. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th See Grand Prix. WEB: 4/19. Chess Chat video 5/3, 6:40 p.m. Free parking. W. Annual World Open (PA) MAY 20, Maryland May Action APR. 23, 27th Massachusetts G/60 Championship See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 26th annual Eastern Class Championships See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class MAY 6, Bennington Spring Open in Southwestern Vermont (VT) MINNESOTA Championships (VA) See Grand Prix. MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 See Grand Prix. MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 25th annual New York State Open (NY) , 26th annual Chicago Open (IL) JUNE 23-25 See Grand Prix. , 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. MAY 27-29 OR 28-29 , 86th Massachusetts Open JUNE 13-18 See Grand Prix. , Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) JUNE 23-25, 6th annual World Open Women’s Championship (PA) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 10, In Memory of IM Dr. Danny Kopec (b. 2/28/1954, d. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th JUNE 24-25, World Open Under 2300 (PA) 6/12/2016) (NH) See Grand Prix. Annual World Open (PA) See Pennsylvania. See Grand Prix. JUNE 23-25 JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) , 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 See Grand Prix. , 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 24-29 JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) , 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) JULY 21-23 See Grand Prix. , 2017 U.S. Junior Open See Pennsylvania. See Nationals. JUNE 26-28 JUNE 28-29, 9th annual World Open Under 13 Championship (PA) , World Open Warmup (PA) JULY 21-23 See Pennsylvania. , 2017 U.S. Senior Open See Pennsylvania. See Nationals. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 JUNE 29, World Open Action Championship (PA) , 45th See Grand Prix. Annual World Open (PA) See Grand Prix. MISSISSIPPI JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 , 45th JULY 8-9 Annual World Open (PA) , 67th New Hampshire Open (NH) US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. APR. 22-23, Fourth Annual Picayune Open JUNE 30 JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) 5SS, TC: G/90 d5. Site: The Gym in Picayune, 210 US-11, Picayune, MS , World Open G/7 Championship (BLZ) (PA) 39466. Two sections: See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. OPEN (minimum rating 1400) and U1700. Prizes OPEN: 1st: 15% of total entries, 2nd: 10% of total entries, 3rd: JULY 4 JULY 28-30 OR 29-30, Peter Henner Memorial (NY) , World Open Blitz Championship (BLZ) (PA) See Grand Prix. 5% of total entries; U1700 1st: 15% of total entries, 2nd: 10% of total See Grand Prix. entries, 3rd: 5% of total entries. EF: $40 by April 15, $50 on site. Mail AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13 AUG. 12-16, 6th Annual Washington International , 47th annual Continental Open entries to 72 Hwy 607, Picayune, MS 39466, Make out checks to the See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. Mississippi Chess Association. Registration: Saturday, April 22, 8:00- 9:00 am Rds.: Saturday 9:15-1:00-4:30; Sunday 9:00-1:00. Info: MICHIGAN [email protected] MASSACHUSETTS MAY 6 MAY 5-7 OR 6-7 , Vicksburg Open , 14th Annual Great Lakes Open 4SS, G/45 d5. Senior Center, 801 South St., Vicksburg, MS 39180. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. APR. 19, 26, MAY 3, 10, Martin Laine Memorial Reg.: 9am-9:45am. Rounds: 10:00, 12:30, 2:00, 3:30. Prizes: 1st, 4SS, G/100 d5. Wachusett CC, McKay Complex, Room C192, Fitchburg MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago 2nd, Top U1400. 75% of entry fees returned. EF: $20. MCA membership State University, 67 Rindge Rd., Fitchburg, MA 01420. EF: $20 annual club Open (IL) ($5) required for adult MS residents. Info: www.vicksburgchess.org, dues or $1 per game. Reg.: 6:30-7:10 p.m. Rds.: 7:15 p.m. each Wed. See Grand Prix. 601-831-0362. Byes: 1-3, limit one. Prizes: chess books to 1st, 2nd, top U1850, U1650, JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open (FL) U1450. Info: George Mirijanian, 176 Oak Hill Rd., Fitchburg, MA 01420, See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix.

26th annual EASTERN CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS April 28-30 or 29-30, 2017 - $20,000 guaranteed prizes! 5 rounds, Host Hotel at Cedar Lake, Sturbridge, Massachusetts 5 rounds, Host Hotel at Cedar Lake, Class E: $600-300-200-100,plaques to 3-day schedule: Reg. Fri to 6 pm, rds 366 Main St (Rt 20 west), Sturbridge MA first 3, top U1000, U800, U600, Unrated.. Fri 7 pm, Sat 11 am & 5 pm, Sun 10 & 3:15. 01566 (I-84 Exit 3, near I-90). Free parking. Unrated prize limits: E $100, D $200, 2-day schedule: Reg. Sat to 10 am, rds Experience 1790-1840 America at Old C $400, B $600. Balance goes to next Sat 11 am, 2 pm & 5 pm, Sun 10 & 3:15. Sturbridge Village (www.osv.org), visit player(s) in line. Half-pt byes OK all rds (limit 2); Master shops, galleries & restaurants. Mixed doubles: Optional male/female must commit before rd 2, others before rd 3. Two schedule options: 3-day Apr 28-30, 2-player “team” (average under 2200) 40/100, SD/30, d10, or 2-day, Apr 29-30, combined score among all sections: $600- Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually rounds 1-2 G/60, d10, then merges with 3- 300. May be in different sections; enter (no used if otherwise unrated. day and competes for same prizes. extra fee) by 2 pm 4/29. Special 1 year USCF dues with Chess Life: see Chess Life or chesstour.com. In 7 sections (rated players may play up Top 5 sections entry fee: $115 online USCF membership required.. one section). at chessaction.com by 4/26, $120 at 406- Hotel rates: $97-97, 800-582-3232, Master: $2000-1000-500-300, clear or 896-2038 by 4/24, 3-day $118, 2-day $117 508-347-7393, reserve by 4/8. tiebreak win $100 bonus, top U2300 $800- mailed by 4/19, $130 (no checks, credit Entry: chessaction.com or Continental 400. 120 GPP (enhanced). cards OK) at site, or online until 2 hrs Chess, Box 8482, Pelham NY 10803. $15 Expert: $1500-700-400-300. before game. Re-entry (Expert/below) $60. service charge for refunds. Questions: Class A: $1500-700-400-300. Class D or E Section entry fee: all $50 chesstour.com, [email protected], 347-201- Class B: $1500-700-400-300. less than top 5 sections entry fee. 2269. Entries posted at chessaction.com Class C: $1300-700-400-300. Online entry fee $5 less to MACA (online entries posted instantly). Bring set, Class D: $700-400-200-100. members; may join/renew at masschess.org board, clock if possible- none supplied.

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JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) for prizes). 2 Sections: Open, Novice. Open: USCF Membership Required. MISSOURI See Grand Prix. Novice: USCF Membership Not Required – perfect for newer players. 5-SS, G/25 d5. Rounds: 1st Round 10:00 then immediately APR. 1, Columbia Spring Open Time Control: following. EF: $20. Prizes: Trophies to Top 3 players in each section. 4SS, G/60 d5. Location: Parkade Center, Lower Level, 601 Business NEW HAMPSHIRE Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65203. Registration: Email to Tiebreaks used. USCF Rule 34E. Register: 9:00 – 9:30. Lunch provided [email protected] or 9-9:45am on-site. Round times: 10, 12:30, APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 on site for parents/students (included in reg. fee). Information: , 26th annual Eastern Class [email protected]. Please bring equipment. 2:45, 5:15. EF: $5, No Prizes, play for rating enjoyment only: USCF and Championships (MA) MCA membership required, available on site. O.S.A. Info: Bob Howe See Grand Prix. APR. 29, Central Jersey Chess Tournament (636) 234.7928, email: [email protected] Princeton Academy, 1128 Great Rd., Princeton. 3 rated sections – Open, JUNE 10, In Memory of IM Dr. Danny Kopec (b. 2/28/1954, d. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! U1000, U600 – each K-12, 4 rounds, G/30 d5. 2 unrated sections – 6/12/2016) Intermediate (K-8), Beginners (K-2): 4 rounds. Trophies to 1st-3rd & APR. 8-9, 2017 Missouri State University Open See Grand Prix. Co-hosted by the MSU and Joplin Chess Clubs. 5-SS, G/90, +30. Plaster top team per section, medals to all! $35 pre-reg online by 4/27. $45 on- Student Union Ballroom (3rd floor), 1110 E. Madison St., Springfield, JULY 8-9, 67th New Hampshire Open site 1:15-1:45. Rd. 1 2:00. njchess.com MO 65897. 1 Section, Open: $150-120, U1600 90, U1400: 60, U1200 See Grand Prix. APR. 29, ICA Super Saturday Quads 40. 5.0 Bonus: $40. Prizes: b/25 non-scholastic entries. EF: $30 by 4/7, JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, $40 at door. Scholastic (rating only) $15 by 4/7, $25 at door. Email See Grand Prix. G/45 d5. Registration: On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- entry accepted for lower rate. MCA membership required, OSA. Reg.: AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13 nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: 8-9:30. Rounds: Sat 10, 2:30, 7; Sun 10, 2:30. Byes: One 1/2 point bye , 47th annual Continental Open (MA) $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ if requested before round 3. Ent: [email protected] with See Grand Prix. icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. cash on-site or mailed to Joplin Chess Club, 2609 New Hampshire, APR. 30, Westfield G/45 Quads Joplin, MO 64804. Checks payable to Martin Stahl. : See www.mis- Parking NEW JERSEY 3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. EF: $25, souristate.edu/visitors/parking.htm or contact TD Info: joplinchess.org, $20 Members. $60 to first in each section. 1:15-1:50 [email protected], 417-483-1554. APR. 8, ICA Super Saturday Quads Prizes: Register: p.m. Rounds: 2:00, 3:45, 5:30 p.m. Information: email John Moldovan: APR. 28-30 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, , Bill Wright Saint Louis Open (FIDE Rated) $10K Event G/45 d5. On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- [email protected] or visit www.westfieldchessclub.com/ See Grand Prix. Registration: nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: Events.html. MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ MAY 6, Princeton Day School Open (IL) icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. 650 The Great Road. Plaques to top 3 school teams and top 8 in each section under 1000. Medals to all players. Sections for OVER 1000 rated See Grand Prix. APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, 11th annual Philadelphia Open (PA) players begin at 10:15 and must preregister: 3 rds. G/55 d5: NEAR US Chess Junior Grand Prix! (players K-12 OVER 1400) (players K- MAY 27 See Grand Prix. MASTERS , FUTURE MASTERS , Show Me Classic 12 1200-1400), CLOSED (K-12 1000-1200). ALL AFTERNOON SECTIONS. 4SS, G/65 d5. Chess Club & Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, 4657 Mary- APR. 15, Princeton Charter School G/25 d5 4 rds. Beginning at 12:00 noon. (round times will be accelerated land Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63108. Free entries for GMs and IMs. EF: TOURNAMENT LOCATION: Princeton Charter School at 100 Bunn Dr., if possible): OPEN (Players K-12 U-1000), RESERVE (K-12 U-800), $10, $5 for annual members of the club if registered by 5/26. PF: $205 Princeton, NJ 08540. TIME CONTROL: G/30 d0 Swiss to 4 rounds. SECTIONS: NOVICE II (K-8 U-600), NOVICE I (unrated K-8), K-1 (unrated) NO SCORE UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED!! 1st Place-$50 2nd Place-$30. $25 Open above 1000; U1000; U700; U300/Unrated (sections might be combined. K-1 (novice). PARENTS OF PLAYERS rated G/25 d5 3 rds. Parents for 1st in each class: A, B, C, D, U1200/UNR. Reg.: 10-10:45. Rds.: 11, Awards will be given to the top 3 in each section) Parental Supervision play free. Pre-registration online, $35 pay at the door. Info and register 1:30, 4:15, 7. One 1/2 point bye if declared before round 2. 4657 Ent: Required: The parents or another adult must be designated to supervise online: www.pds.org/chess. On-site 11-12 noon $45. Inquiries to Bonnie Maryland Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63108, or online at saintlouischessclub.org. the student player between rounds. Schedule (will be accelerated if pos- Waitzkin [email protected]. Info: 314-361-CHESS, [email protected]. sible): First Round: 12:01 PM; Second thru Fourth Rounds ASAP. Award MAY 6, ICA Super Saturday Quads JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) Ceremony: ASAP (4:05 the latest). (*) Online Registration $30 Only if See Grand Prix. register one week before: www.ChessKidsNY.com/PCSChessPro- 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, G/45 d5. Registration: On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 gram.htm (*) Fee will increase automatically to $35 if register later. , 45th On site registration the date of the event: $40 from 11:45 am to 12:00 nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: Annual World Open (PA) noon. Restocking fee of $4 for cancellation. Restocking waived if we are $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ See Grand Prix. forced to cancel due to tournament site weather conditions. Information: icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) email to Miguel Iniguez at: [email protected]. Results will be posted MAY 7, Westfield G/45 Quads See Grand Prix. online the same day of the event! 3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. EF: $25, APR. 15, ICA Super Saturday Quads $20 Members. Prizes: $60 to first in each section. Register: 1:15-1:50 NEBRASKA 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, p.m. Rounds: 2:00, 3:45, 5:30 p.m. Information: email John Moldovan: G/45 d5. Registration: On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- [email protected] or visit www.westfieldchessclub.com/ MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: Events.html. Open (IL) $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ MAY 7, Children’s Chess - First Sunday Quads See Grand Prix. icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. 3-RR, G/35 d0. NJ Children’s Chess School, 862 DeGraw Ave., Newark, JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) APR. 20, 3rd Thursday Quads NJ 07104. Rds.: 3-4:15-5:30. EF: $25, free to members. Prizes: Trophies See Grand Prix. 3 RR, G/30 d10. Effects Quick/Reg Rating. Quads grouped by Reg Rating. to ALL. Reg.: 2-2:50. Info: Arkady Geller [email protected], All the King’s Men Chess & Games Center (Just 22 mins. from Phila/NJ Website: kidschesscamp.com, 973-483-7927. NEVADA bridges), 62 S. Broadway, Pitman, NJ. 856-582-8222. Prizes: $25 1st MAY 7, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA U1600 Championship per quad. Unr. cannot win more than $10. EF: $12.50, members $10. Site: Bergen Academy, 200 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, NJ 07601. APR. 14-16 OR 15-16, 6th Annual Reno-Larry Evans Memorial Reg.: 6 -7:15 pm. Rds.: 7:30-8:30-9:30 pm. All: Visa/MC/Disc/Amex Open To All Ages With Rating below 1600. 4SS, G/60 d5. 1st Place Open $$23,000 b/275 ($14,150 Gtd) - FIDE NEVADA OK w/$1surcharge. Info: Bring a clock! winner will receive a free entry into the 2017 NJ Open. Prize Fund ($$ See Grand Prix. APR. 22, ICA Super Saturday Quads b/25) 1st - 3rd $200, $150, $100, TU1400 $50, TU1200 $50. INFO: 201- 797-0330 or [email protected]. ADV EF (pmk by May 3) $40 At JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, See Nationals. G/45 d5. Registration: On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- Site $45. Reg ends 1/2 hr before 1st rd Late entrants will receive a 1/2 nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: pt bye for rd. 1. Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM, 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM. ENT: JUNE 15, Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ Make EF payable to: International Chess Academy. Mail To: Diana Championship (BLZ) icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. Tulman, 28 Canterbury Ln., New Milford, NJ 07646. Online reg: See Grand Prix. https://ica.jumbula.com/#/ica_tournaments. www.icanj.net. W. APR. 23, Westfield Spring Scholastic INFO: JUNE 16, National Open Friday Blitz Sectionals (BLZ) Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. K-12. 3 Sections: Open, MAY 7, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA Championship in 5 Sections 7-RR G/3 +2. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. $100-60 in each U1250, U750. Open: 3-SS. G/40 d5. Rounds: 2:00, 3:45, 5:30 p.m. U1250 BERGEN ACADEMY, 200 HACKENSACK AVE., HACKENSACK, NJ 07601. section of 8. EF: $30. REG.: by 10:30 p.m. Rd. 1 at 11:00 p.m. www.Veg- & U750: 4-SS. G/25 d5. Rounds: 2:00, 3:15, 4:30, 5:45 p.m. Prizes: 4SS. ALL PLAYERS WITH 2.5 PTS OR MORE WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY! asChessFestival.com. Trophies to Top 5 in each section. Tiebreaks used. See USCF Rule 34E. USCF Memb Req’d For Sections 3, 4 AND 5. Info: 201-797-0330 or chess- JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open EF: $25, $20 members. Register: 1:15-1:50 p.m. Information: email [email protected]. ADV EF (pmk by May 3) $35 At Site $40 Reg ends See Nationals. John Moldovan [email protected] or visit www.westfield- 1/2 hr before 1st rd Late entrants will receive a 1/2 pt bye for rd. 1. In chessclub.com/Events.html. 5 Sections, Open to unr JUNE 17 Section 1 Junior Novice (not USCF rated): , National Open Saturday Blitz Sectionals (BLZ) players K thru 2nd grade. Rds.: First Round 10:15 AM then ASAP. Section RR G/3 +2. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. $100-60, 2nd half APR. 23, Glen Rock Blitz Tournament (BLZ) ICA, 354 ROCK RD., GLEN ROCK, NJ 07452. 3 Sections: OPEN SECTION, 2 Novice (not USCF rated): Open to unr players K thru 4th grade. $40, in each section of 10-12. EF: $30. REG.: by 9:30 p.m. Rd. 1 at 10 Rds.: First Round 10:00 AM then ASAP. Section 3 G/45 d5 U800: Open p.m. www.VegasChessFestival.com. OPEN U1600 SECTION, UNRATED SECTION. * $1,050 guaranteed prize fund, based on 90 total tournament participants * Note: All sections to players rated below 800 and unr players K thru 12th grade. Rds.: JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship 7SS, G/5 d2. Adv reg Mar 20 – Apr 22, On site reg ends 2:30 PM APR 9:45 AM, 11:30, 1:15, 3:00 PM. Section 4 G/45 d5 U1200: Open to 6-SS, G/60 d5. Westgate Las Vegas Resort, 3000 Paradise Road, 89109. 23, Tournament Starts 3 PM APR 23. OPEN SECTION (for players rated players rated below 1200 and unr players K thru 12th grade. Rds.: 9:45 In 4 Sections by age: 14 & Under, 14 & Under Reserve (under 1000), 1400 and above). Prizes: $200, $100, $50; TU2000 & TU1800 - $50 each AM, 11:30, 1:15, 3:00 PM. Section 5 G/60 d5 U1400: Open to All Ages 9 & Under, 9 & Under Reserve (under 800). Trophies to top 10 in each (section prize fund will not be reduced below 75%). Entry Fees: adv rated below 1400 or unrated. Rds.: 9:30 AM, 11:45, 2:00, 4:30 PM. ENT: section plus class and team trophies. 1st Place in each section wins a entry fee $25, on site entry fee $30. OPEN U1600 SECTION (for players Make EF payable To: International Chess Academy. Mail To: Diana Computer loaded with valuable Chess Software and hundreds of Videos, rated below 1600). Prizes: $200, $100, $50; TU1400, TU1200, TU1000, Tulman, 28 Canterbury Ln., New Milford, NJ 07646. Online reg: 2nd-4th win chess prizes valued at 250-150-100. Unrated players may TU800, TU600 - $50 each (section prize fund will not be reduced below https://ica.jumbula.com/#/ica_tournaments. INFO: www.icanj.net. W. not win 1st in Reserve sections. $89 by 5/26, $99 by 6/14, $120 EF 75%). Entry Fees: adv entry fee $25, on site entry fee $30. UNRATED MAY 7, Dr. David Ostfeld Memorial ICA Open Championship later. 1/2 point bye in any round (limit 2) if requested in advance. Reg.: SECTION (for unrated players). Prizes: 1st - 3rd ??? Surprise prizes See Grand Prix. 8:30-9 a.m. Rds.: 10-1-3:30, 10-1-3:30. Youth Blitz: 6/16 6:30 p.m. awarded. Entry Fees: adv entry fee $15, on site entry fee $20. Enter MAY 13 ($20 by 5/26 $25 later). HR $69, $89 Friday and Saturday (800) 732- Online (all sections): https://ica.jumbula.com/#/ica_tournaments. For , ICA Super Saturday Quads 7117 Cutoff for special hotel rate is May 26; after that rates will More Information: ICA Chess Director: 201 797-0330 Email chessdi- 354 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, NJ 07452 (Education building, 2nd floor). 3SS, increase significantly and there may not be any rooms available. [email protected] or www.icanj.net G/45 d5. Registration: On site before 1:20 PM at the day of the tour- ENT Vegas Chess Festivals, PO Box 90925, Henderson, NV 89009-0925 nament. Entry Fee: $25 all sections. Rounds: 1:30 - 3:00 - 4:30. Prize: or www.VegasChessFestival.com. (Note: Date correction from what APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 26th annual Eastern Class $60 1st place (each quad). Call 201-797-0330 or email chessdirector@ appeared in February 2017 Chess Life Kids.) Championships (MA) icanj.net for more information or icanj.net. See Grand Prix. JUNE 18, National Open Sunday Blitz Sectionals (BLZ) MAY 14, Mother’s Day Blitz (BLZ) 7-RR G/3 +2. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. $100-60 in each APR. 29, St. Joseph Spring Scholastic G/5 d2. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. 2 Sections: section of 8. EF: $30. REG.: by 9:30 p.m. Rd. 1 at 10 p.m. www.Veg- St. Joseph HS, 145 Plainfield Rd., Metuchen. Drive to cafeteria in rear Premier (8 highest-rated players), Quads (all other players). Premier: asChessFestival.com. of school. K-8 (Current SJHS Students are eligible to play but not eligible 7-RR. Prizes: $50-30-20. Quads: DRR (6 games). Prizes: $50 to 1st in

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each section. Register: 1:15-1:50 p.m. EF: $20, $15 members. Rounds: Reserve U1700 or U1300: 5SS, G/90 d5, EF: $20. NMT students given APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 26th annual Eastern Class All sections 2:00, 2:20, 2:40, 3:00, 3:20 & 3:40 p.m. Final round of free entry. 1st-4th Place Class Prizes based on entries. Rds.: Sat. Championships (MA) Premier 4:00 p.m. Information: John Moldovan: westfieldchessclub@ 9:30am, 2:00pm, 6:00pm & Sun. 10:00am, 2:00pm. Scholastic K-12 See Grand Prix. gmail.com. NEW WEB SITE: www.westfieldchessclub.org. U1100: 4SS, G/45 d0, EF: $15. Socorro K-12 Students free entry. Prizes: APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 24th Space Coast Open (FL) MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 25th annual New York State Open (NY) 1st-3rd place medals & other prizes. Rds.: Sat. 9:30am, 11:30am, See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. 2:30pm, 4:30pm. Free Section No Fee!: 4SS, G/45 d0, EF: FREE. If large there will be seperate Adult & Kid section. Prizes: USCF Voucher APR. 29, Marshall Saturday G/60 (Open & U1700) MAY 21, Westfield G/45 Quads Prizes based on entries. Rds.: Sat. 9:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm, 4:30pm. 4-SS, G/55 d5. Two sections: Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2300: 3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. EF: $25, ALL: Reg: On-Site Reg. on April 22 at 10am-12pm w/ Round 1 bye no $75, U2000: $75. U1700 ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1400: $75. EF: $40, $20 members. Prizes: $60 to first in each section. Register: 1:15-1:50 late fees! ENT: Steve Perea 505-315-8709, http://tinyurl.com/STISCHESS. MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12-2:30-4:45- p.m. Those registering after 1:50 will be charged $5 extra. Rounds: INFO: [email protected] or [email protected]. Prizes 7pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 2:00, 3:45, 5:30 p.m. Information: John Moldovan: westfieldchessclub@ based on 80% of paid entries. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. gmail.com. NEW WEB SITE: www.westfieldchessclub.org. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) APR. 30, Marshall Scholastic Action! (3 Rounds) MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) See Grand Prix. 3-SS, G/25 d5. Open to youth K-12. ($225 b/25): $100-50, U1000: $75. See Grand Prix. EF: $30, MCC Mbrs: $15. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9-10:10-11:20am. No MAY 27, US Amateur K-8 East Under 1200 byes. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. 5-SS, G/30 d5. Hyatt Morristown, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown, NJ NEW YORK APR. 30, Marshall Sunday G/45 (Open & U1500) 07960. If staying, for chess rate ($124 per night), details at www.njscf.org APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, 11th annual 4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2100: or call Phone: 973-647-1234, mention NJ Chess. Free parking, public Philadelphia Open (PA) $75, U1800: $75. U1500: ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1200: $75. EF: $40, transportation to NYC, Philadelphia. walking distance, 30 restaurants, See Grand Prix. MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 12:15-12:45pm. Rds.: 1-2:45-5:00- shops and parks within 5 minute stroll. In three sections: Under 1200, 6:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. Under 900, Under 600. Trophies to Top Ten. Others win chess medallions. APR. 15, Marshall Morning U1800 Action 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Unrated may not win first place. Registration: Saturday, May 28, 11am 4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to youth K-12. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1500: $75. -12noon. 12:30pm, then ASAP, with lunch break after Round EF: $40, MCC Mbrs $20. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9-10:15-11:30am- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Rounds: MAY 1, 8, 15, 22 Two. EF: $30 if postmarked by May 16th. $40 cash at site. One 1/2 12:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. , 31st Nassau Amateur Team point bye allowed if requested with entry fee. April Rating Supplement 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. 4-SS, 40/80 d0. 1st Presbyterian Church, 1st & Main Sts., Mineola. Open to teams of 3 (+ optional alternate). Ave rating must be U1900. Teams used. Entries to: Aaron Kiedes, 4 Seymour Terrace, Hackettstown, NJ APR. 15, Marshall Saturday G/60 Open 07840. Call 973-343-3260 for information or email [email protected]. play in rating order. EF: $54/team by 4/28, $75 at site, $10 more per 4-SS, G/55 d5. Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2400: $75, U2100: $75. non-memb. $$ (504 b/12 teams) 252, U1700, 1500/UR each 126. Team Entries must include name, USCF ID and expiration date, mailing address, EF: $40, MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12- email address, phone number, section, grade level and entry fee. Checks byes 1-4 (Last rd bye must be req before rd 3 and is irrevocable). Teams 2:30-4:45-7pm. One bye available, request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., seeking players call 631 218-4440 or [email protected]. Players made out to NJSCF. No phone entries. Online entries $32 at www.njscf.org NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. after 4-15-17 until 5-25-17 at midnight. W. looking for teams $18 by 4/28, $25 at site, $10 more for non-memb. APR. 16, Marshall Sunday G/45 (Open & U1600) Reg. ends 7:15 PM. Rds.: 7:15 each Mon. Ent: Harold Stenzel, 80 Amy MAY 27-29 OR 28-29 , 73rd Annual US Amateur East Championship 4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2200: Dr., Sayville, NY 11782. See Nationals. $75, U1900: $75. U1600: ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1300: $75. EF: $40, MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 JUNE 4 , Community Chess Club of Rochester , Westfield G/60 Quads MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00- Wed Night Chess! 5:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 3-RR. G/55 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. EF: $25, Note: 1 game rated per night, G/80 d5. Rochester Chess Center, 221 $20 members. $60 to first in each section. 11:45 a.m.- 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Prizes: Register: Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610. 585-442-2430. EF: $5, CCCR members 12:15 p.m. Those registering after 12:15 will be charged $5 extra. Rounds: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! $3. Reg.: 6:30-7:20 pm. Rd.: 7:30pm. www.rochesterchessclub.org. 12:30, 2:45, 5:00 p.m. Information: John Moldovan: westfieldchessclub@ APR. 17, 24, MAY 1, 8 , Growing Leaves Swiss MAY 4, Marshall $15 Special Action! gmail.com. NEW WEB SITE: www.westfieldchessclub.org. Format: 4SS, G/75 d10. Rockefeller Hall, Vassar College, Raymond Ave., JUNE 9-11 OR 10-11 4-SS, G/25 d5. $350 GTD $125-75, U2200: $75, U1900: $75. EF: $40, , 23rd Annual Northeast Open (CT) Poughkeepsie, NY 12604. EF: $5.00. Prizes: Trophies for 1st, u1900. MCC Mbrs: Only $15!!! GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15- See Grand Prix. Rds.: 7:30 pm Mondays. Two 1/2 point byes available for any round 9:30-10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. JUNE 11, Westfield G/45 Quads but the last. ENT: [email protected] INFO: www.vassar- www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. chadwick.com. TD: Craig Fisher. 3-RR. G/40 d5. Westfield Y, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ 07090. EF: $25, MAY 5 $20 members. $60 to first in each section. 1:15-1:50 APR. 18 , Marshall U2200 Friday Night Action! Prizes: Register: , Marshall Masters 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($300 b/25): $150-75, U1900: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs p.m. Those registering after 1:50 will be charged $5 extra. Rounds: 2:00, See Grand Prix. $20. 6:15-6:45pm. 7-8:15-9:30-10:45pm. Max one bye, for 3:45, 5:30 p.m. John Moldovan: westfieldchessclub@ Reg.: Rds.: Information: APR. 20, Marshall Thursday Action! round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. gmail.com. NEW WEB SITE: www.westfieldchessclub.org. 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. EF: 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. 6:15-6:45pm. 7-8:15-9:30- , 6th annual Continental Class Reg.: Rds.: US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Championships (VA) 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. MAY 5-7 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. , Marshall Weekend FIDE See Grand Prix. 5-SS, 40/90 SD/30 +30. FIDE Rated. ($600 b/25): $250-125. U2200: JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) APR. 20, 27, MAY 4, 11, 18, 25, Long Island CC Ilan Kreitner $125; U1900 $100. EF: $60, MCC Mbrs $40. GMs Free. Reg.: Ends 15 See Grand Prix. Memorial Tournament min before round start. Rds.: Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Sun. 12 & 5:30pm. Max 2 JUNE 23-25, 6th annual World Open Women’s Championship (PA) See Grand Prix. byes, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! JUNE 24-25, World Open Under 2300 (PA) APR. 21-23, 22-23 OR 23, Marshall Monthly U2300 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Pennsylvania. 5-SS, 40/90 SD30 +30. Open to players rated below 2300 USCF. $800 MAY 5, 12, 19, 26, 17th Annual Queens Team Championship JUNE 24-29 Gtd: $300-150-100. U2100: $125; U1800 $125. EF: $60, MCC Mbrs $40. 4-SS, G/120 (G/115 d5). All Saints Lutheran Church, 164-02 Goethals , 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) Ends 15 min before round start. 3-day: Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Ave., Jamaica, NY 11432. Open to two player teams with May ratings See Grand Prix. Reg.: Rds.: Sun. 12:30 & 5:30pm. 2-day: Sat. 11:00am (G/25 d5) then merge with averaging under 2000. $100-$50 to top 2 teams, $60 each to top U1700 JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) 3-day in round 2. 1-day: Sun. 9-10:10-11:20am (G/25 d5) then merge in team, top scorer Board 1, top scorer Board 2 (based on 10 paid teams See Pennsylvania. round 4. Max two byes, request at entry. SIDE EVENT: April 21, Marshall (prizes raised/lowered proportionally)). One 1/2 point team bye permitted, JUNE 28-29, 9th annual World Open Under 13 Championship (PA) Bughouse Tournament! 5-SS, G/5 d0. Bughouse. Not rated. Players which must be requested at entry. If one player on team is unavailable, See Pennsylvania. register in teams of two. Each round is a 2 game match. ($450 b/35 replacement player must be rated lower and occupy board of player replaced. EF: $35 per player, $25 QCC members. Reg.: 7:00-7:30 pm. JUNE 29 players): $200-100, top U2200/unr & U1900 team average: $75. USCF , World Open Action Championship (PA) regular rating used for pairings & prizes. EF: $30, MCC Mbrs & GMs Rds.: 7:45 each Friday. Mail advance entries by 4/29/17 to Ed Frumkin, See Grand Prix. $20. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-7:40-8:10-8:40-9:10pm. Max one bye, 445 E 14th St., #10D, New York, NY 10009. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th Request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. MAY 6, Bennington Spring Open in Southwestern Vermont (VT) Annual World Open (PA) 212-477-3716. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. APR. 22, Marshall Saturday U1500 MAY 6, Marshall Morning U1700 Action JUNE 30, World Open G/7 Championship (BLZ) (PA) 4-SS, G/40 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1200: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1400: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs See Grand Prix. $20. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45pm. One bye avail- $20. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9am-10:15-11:30-12:45pm. One bye avail- JULY 1, 2, 3, 4 able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., , World Open Daily 2 pm Blitz (BLZ) (PA) NYC. 212-477-3716. See Pennsylvania. NYC. 212-477-3716. JULY 3 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! , World Open G/10 Championship (QC) (PA) APR. 26, MAY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 See Grand Prix. , Marshall Weekly Wednesdays MAY 6, 2017 Watertown Open Chess Tournament 6-SS, G/90 +30. Two sections. U2000: ($600 b/25) $250-150-100. 4 round-Swiss System Pairings, G/75+delay 5 seconds, Half pt. bye rds. JULY 4, World Open Blitz Championship (BLZ) (PA) U1700: $100. U1400: ($600 b/25) $250-150-100. U1100: $100. EF: $60, See Grand Prix. 1-3 available with advance notice. Sponsored by the Watertown Chess MCC Mbrs $40. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7pm each Wed. Limit two Club, see our web site at: www/watertownchessclub.com. Location: JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) byes; request by rd. 4. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., American Red Cross, 2d flr. Conference Rm., 203 N. Hamilton St., Water- See Grand Prix. NYC. 212-477-3716. town, NY 13601. A United States Chess Federation Sponsored Event, JULY 28-30 OR 29-30, Peter Henner Memorial (NY) APR. 27, Marshall Thursday Action! USCF membership required. $125 Prize fund b/10 total paid entries. See Grand Prix. 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. EF: First $75, 2nd $30, & class $20. Registration: 8:30-9:20 AM, Rds.:9:30 AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13 $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- AM, 12:15, 3 and 5:30 PM. EF: $25, ($22 for WCC members), send to Don , 47th annual Continental Open (MA) 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. Klug, 518 Sherman St., Watertown, NY 13601. D. Klug 315-785-8800. See Grand Prix. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. MAY 6, 13, 20, 27, Rochester Chess Center Saturday Tournaments! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 3-SS, G/60 d5. Rochester CC, 221 Norris Dr., Rochester, NY 14610. 585- NEW MEXICO APR. 27, MAY 4, 11, 18, 25, JUNE 1, Marshall Thursday Open 442-2430. Prizes based on entries. EF: $15, RCC members $13. $2 less US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 6-SS, G/90 +30. ($600 b/25): $250-150, U2100: $100. U1800: $100 for HS and Pre-HS. Reg.: 1-1:45 pm. Rds.: 2-4-6. One bye available, $60, MCC Mbrs $40. 6:15-6:45pm. 7pm each Thurs. request at entry. www.nychess.org. Youth tournament, G/30 d5, APR. 22-23, Spring Time in Socorro Chess Event EF: Reg.: Rds.: Also, New Mexico TECH Joseph A. Fidel Center, 801 Leroy Place, Socorro, Limit two byes; request by rd. 4. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. every Saturday morning 10am-1pm, trophies and prizes. EF: $5. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. NM 87801. In 5 Sections - Open: 5SS, G/90 d5, EF: $25. Masters & MAY 7, Marshall Morning Action! (4 Rounds) NMT students given free entry. 1st-4th Place Class Prizes based on APR. 28, Marshall $500 FIDE Blitz (BLZ) 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1800: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs entries. Rds.: Sat. 9:30am, 2:00pm, 6:00pm & Sun. 10:00am, 2:00pm. See Grand Prix. $20. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9-10:15-11:30am-12:45pm. One bye avail-

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able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., $20. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00-5:45pm. One bye avail- US Chess Junior Grand Prix! NYC. 212-477-3716. able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., JUNE 8-11 OR 10-11, 10th New York International - U2200 MAY 7, TRM 224 NYC. 212-477-3716. Section at Riverbank State Park, 145 St. & Riverside Dr., NYC, 10025. 4SS, G/30 MAY 25, Marshall Thursday Action! 7-SS, 40/90, SD/30 +30. Open to all players rated U2200 and unrated. d5. EF: FREE Scholastic, free parking. Pre-Register required by 8:00 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. EF: No FIDE ratings over 2200. USCF Ratings used for pairings and prizes. PM Fri. Check-in at site by 9:15 required. Details www.therightmove.org. $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- FIDE Rated. Prizes $8,000 based on 70 paid entries. $3000-2000-1000, U1900: $1000-500, U1600: $500. Entry Fee: $200 if received by May 31; MAY 11, Marshall Thursday Action! 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. $250 in June. $25 less for MCC members. Schedules: 4-day: Thurs. 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. EF: 7pm, Fri. – Sun. 12:30pm & 6pm. 2-day: Sat. 9-10:10-11:20am (G/25 d5) $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago then merge with 4-day. Byes: 2 byes available, must commit before round 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. Open (IL) 3. Playing site: The historic Marshall Chess Club. Registration: Call MCC 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. See Grand Prix. with credit card, mail check, or online. Limited to 70 players! Register MAY 12, Marshall Friday Night Blitz (BLZ) MAY 26, Marshall $500 FIDE Blitz (BLZ) early! www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. 9-SS, G/3 +2. ($500 b/35): $200-100, top U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, See Grand Prix. JUNE 9-11 OR 10-11, 23rd Annual Northeast Open (CT) U1800: $50. USCF regular rating used for pairings & prizes. EF: $30, MAY 26-29 OR 27-29 See Grand Prix. MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45. Rds.: 7-7:30-7:50-8:10- , 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) 8:40-9-9:20-9:40-10pm. Max three byes. Request at entry. Blitz rated. See Grand Prix. JUNE 10, In Memory of IM Dr. Danny Kopec (b. 2/28/1954, d. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. MAY 27, Marshall Saturday G/60 (Open & U1700) 6/12/2016) (NH) 4-SS, G/55 d5. Two sections: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2300: See Grand Prix. MAY 13, Marshall Morning U1800 Action Open: 4-SS, G/25 d5. Open to youth K-12. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1500: $75. $75, U2000: $75. U1700 ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1400: $75. EF: $40, JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. 11:15-11:45am. 12-2:30-4:45- $40, MCC Mbrs $20. 8:15-8:45am. 9-10:15-11:30am- Reg.: Rds.: See Grand Prix. EF: Reg.: Rds.: 7pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 12:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. JUNE 15, Marshall Thursday Action! 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. EF: MAY 28 MAY 13 , Marshall Scholastic Action! (3 Rounds) $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- , Marshall Saturday G/60 Open 3-SS, G/25 d5. Open to youth K-12. ($225 b/25): $100-50, U1000: $75. 4-SS, G/55 d5. Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2400: $75, U2100: $75. 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. EF: $30, MCC Mbrs: $15. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9-10:10-11:20am. No 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12- byes. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. 2:30-4:45-7pm. One bye available, request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 MAY 28 , 6th annual Continental Class NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. , Marshall Sunday G/45 (Open & U1500) Championships (VA) 4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2100: MAY 13 Open: See Grand Prix. , TRM 116 $75, U1800: $75. U1500: ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1200: $75. EF: $40, at Albany Community CS, 65 Krank St., Albany 12202. 4SS, G/30 d5. EF: MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 12:15-12:45pm. Rds.: 1-2:45-5:00- JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) Free. Pre-register required by 8:00 PM Thurs. Details www.chesstrm.org. 6:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. See Grand Prix. MAY 14 , Marshall Sunday G/45 (Open & U1600) 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. JUNE 23-25, 6th annual World Open Women’s Championship (PA) 4-SS, G/40 d5. Two sections: Open: ($450 b/35): $175-125, U2200: MAY 29, Marshall Memorial Day Action! See Grand Prix. $75, U1900: $75. U1600: ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1300: $75. EF: $40, 6-SS, G/25 d5. ($525 b/25) $200-100. U2300: $75, U2000: $75, U1700: MCC Mbrs $20. GMs Free. Reg.: 11:15-11:45am. Rds.: 12-1:45-4:00- JUNE 24-25, World Open Under 2300 (PA) $75. EF: $50, MCC Mbrs $30. GMs Free. Reg.: 10:15-10:45am. Rds.: See Pennsylvania. 5:45pm. One bye available, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 11am-12:15-1:30-3:00-4:15-5:30pm. 2 byes available, request at entry. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! JUNE 1, Marshall $15 Special Action! MAY 15, 22, 29, JUNE 5, 12, 19, Marshall FIDE 4-SS, G/25 d5. $350 GTD $125-75, U2200: $75, U1900: $75. EF: $40, JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) Mondays/U1800 MCC Mbrs: Only $15!!! GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15- See Pennsylvania. 6-SS, G/90 +30. Two sections. Open: Open to all players 1600+. FIDE 9:30-10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. JUNE 28-29, 9th annual World Open Under 13 Championship (PA) Rated. ($600 b/25) $200-150-100. U2000: $100-50. U1800: ($600 b/25) www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. See Pennsylvania. $200-150-100. U1500: $100-50. $60, MCC Mbrs $40. 6:15- EF: Reg.: JUNE 2, Marshall U2200 Friday Night Action! JUNE 29 6:45pm. Rd: 7pm each Mon. Limit two byes; request by rd. 4. 23 W. , World Open Action Championship (PA) 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($300 b/25): $150-75, U1900: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs See Grand Prix. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. $20. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30-10:45pm. Max one bye, for JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 MAY 16, Marshall Masters round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. , 45th See Grand Prix. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. Annual World Open (PA) See Grand Prix. MAY 18 , Marshall Thursday Action! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! JUNE 30 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($375 b/25): $150-100, U2200: $75, U1900: $50. JUNE 2-4 , World Open G/7 Championship (BLZ) (PA) EF: , Marshall Weekend FIDE See Grand Prix. $40, MCC Mbrs $25. GMs Free. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-8:15-9:30- 5-SS, 40/90 SD/30 +30. FIDE Rated. ($600 b/25): $250-125. U2200: 10:45pm. Max one bye, for round 1 or 4 only. Request at entry. 23 W. $125; U1900 $100. EF: $60, MCC Mbrs $40. GMs Free. Reg.: Ends 15 JULY 1, 2, 3, 4, World Open Daily 2 pm Blitz (BLZ) (PA) 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716, www.marshallchessclub.org. min before round start. Rds.: Fri. 6pm, Sat. & Sun. 12 & 5:30pm. Max 2 See Pennsylvania. MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 25th annual New York State Open byes, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., JULY 3, World Open G/10 Championship (QC) (PA) See Grand Prix. NYC. 212-477-3716. See Grand Prix. JUNE 3 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! , Marshall Morning U1700 Action JULY 4, World Open Blitz Championship (BLZ) (PA) 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1400: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs See Grand Prix. MAY 19-21, 20-21 OR 21, Marshall Monthly U2300 $20. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9am-10:15-11:30-12:45pm. One bye avail- 5-SS, 40/90 SD30 +30. Open to players rated below 2300 USCF. $800 JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., See Grand Prix. Gtd: $300-150-100. U2100: $125; U1800 $125. EF: $60, MCC Mbrs $40. NYC. 212-477-3716. Reg.: Ends 15 min before round start. Rds.: 3-day: Fri. 6pm, Sat. & JULY 28-30 OR 29-30 JUNE 4 , Peter Henner Memorial Sun. 12:30 & 5:30pm. 2-day: Sat. 11:00am (G/25 d5) then merge with , Marshall Morning Action! (4 Rounds) See Grand Prix. 4-SS, G/25 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1800: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs 3-day in round 2. 1-day: Sun. 9-10:10-11:20am (G/25 d5) then merge in AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13 round 4. Max two byes, request at entry. SIDE EVENT: May 19, Marshall $20. Reg.: 8:15-8:45am. Rds.: 9-10:15-11:30am-12:45pm. One bye avail- , 47th annual Continental Open (MA) See Grand Prix. Bughouse Tournament! 5-SS, G/5 d0. Bughouse. Not rated. Players able, request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., register in teams of two. Each round is a 2 game match. ($450 b/35 NYC. 212-477-3716. players): $200-100, top U2200/unr & U1900 team average: $75. USCF US Chess Junior Grand Prix! NORTH CAROLINA regular rating used for pairings & prizes. EF: $30, MCC Mbrs & GMs JUNE 7, 14, 28, JULY 5, 12, 19, Marshall Weekly Wednesdays $20. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7-7:40-8:10-8:40-9:10pm. Max one bye, US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 6-SS, G/90 +30. Two sections. U2000: ($600 b/25) $250-150-100. MAY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Request at entry. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. U1700: $100. U1400: ($600 b/25) $250-150-100. U1100: $100. EF: $60, , Tangle in the Triangle II 212-477-3716. MCC Mbrs $40. Reg.: 6:15-6:45pm. Rds.: 7pm each Wed. Limit two Triangle Chess Center, 5920 S. Miami Blvd. Ste. 203., Durham, NC 27560. Entry Fee: $5/week. OPEN LADDER G/75 d5. Players may play G/60 MAY 20, Marshall Saturday U1800 byes; request by rd. 4. www.marshallchessclub.org. 23 W. 10th St., NYC. 212-477-3716. i/30 if both agree. U1000 LADDER double G/25 d5. Round times 7PM. 4-SS, G/40 d5. ($325 b/25): $150-100, U1500: $75. EF: $40, MCC Mbrs Website: http://chesspig.com/Tangle_in_the_Triangle.html. Info: Jeff Jones [email protected] MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) 25th annual NEW YORK STATE OPEN See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! May 19-21 or 20-21, Tiki Resort, Lake George JUNE 10, Orchard Lake Chess Festival 4SS, G/70 d5. 460 Orchard Lake Rd., Saluda, NC. $$400 b/30: Porter $3200 prize fund, includes Senior Section (open) $100 $50 U1900, U1700: $25 each. Evette (U1500) $100 $50 5 rounds, in 4 sections. U1300, U1100: $25 each. EF: $25, Unr: free (incl $8 campground fee). . Rds.: Start 9:00. Side Event: Chess Variant Challenge. INFORMATION: Open Section: Prizes $400-200-150, top Under 2010/unr $240- [email protected], http://orchardlakecampground.com. 120, top Under 1810 $200-100. Grand Prix points: 20. JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class Senior Section: Open to under 1910 or unrated born before Championships (VA) 5/21/67. $300-150-100, top Under 1710 $140-70. See Grand Prix. U1610 Section: $250-125-75, top U1410 $120-60, unr limit $150. JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) U1210 Section: $100-60-40, plaque to top 3, 1st Under 1000, See Grand Prix. Under 800, Under 600, Unrated. JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) Mixed doubles (any sections) averaging under 2200: $200. See Grand Prix. Advance or online entry $7 less to NYSCA members JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) (NYSCA dues $12/yr See Pennsylvania. with 2 magazines or $20/yr with 4 magazines, may be paid with entry). JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 , 45th Annual World Open (PA) SEE “GRAND PRIX” in this issue or chesstour.com. See Grand Prix.

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JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open (FL) MAY 14, Main Line Chess and Games G/45 Quads See Grand Prix. OKLAHOMA 3 RR, Game/40 d5. Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., MAY 27-28, Frank K. Berry Memorial Paoli, PA 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 12-12:30 See Grand Prix. p.m. Rounds: 12:45, 2:30, 4:15 P.M. Info: Bring a chess clock. main- NORTH DAKOTA [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago Bartell 610-240-8900. Open (IL) OREGON MAY 20, LVCA K-12 Scholastic Championships See Grand Prix. JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) 5-SS, G/30 d5. EF: $35, $45 CASH ONLY after 5/15/16 AT SITE. Tro- JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 See Nationals. phy’s-1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Top U1400, U1200, U1000, U800, U600, U400, , 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) UNR, . 11:10pm & ASAP. See Grand Prix. $10-$20 Random Prizes each player Rds.: JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open (NV) Reg.: Ends 11am Site: College Hill Moravian Church, 72 W. Laurel St., See Nationals. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Ent: Bruce Davis, 1208 Linden St., Bethlehem, OHIO JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) PA 18018, Info: [email protected], www.lehighvalley- chessclub.org/. APR. 7 See Nevada. , DCC Friday Nite Quick (QC) MAY 21 4SS, G/24 +5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.: JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) , Main Line Chess and Games G/45 Quads 7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes: based on entries. EF: $14 ($10 See Grand Prix. 3 RR, Game/40 d5. Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283. Paoli, PA 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 12-12:30 p.m. Rounds: 12:45, 2:30, 4:15 P.M. Info: Bring a chess clock. main- APR. 14, DCC Friday Nite Quick (QC) PENNSYLVANIA [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom 4SS, G/24 +5. Dayton Chess Club, 18 W. 5th St., Dayton, OH. Rds.: Bartell 610-240-8900. 7:30/8:30/9:30/10:30. One bye. Prizes: based on entries. EF: $14 ($10 Every Friday - LVCA 7 & 9pm Blitz Events Open/U1200 (BLZ) DCC mbr). Info: [email protected], 937-461-6283. 8SS, G/5 d2. St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 140 So. Ott St., Allentown, MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago PA 18104. EF: $5, Prizes: Open and U1200, Minimum 50% Returned. Open (IL) US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. APR. 21-22 & 28-29 1st-70%, 2nd-30% AND will ADD PRIZES if 12 or more players per , Dayton Chess Clubs 57th Championship section, FREE Coffee For All Entrants. REG.: Ends 6:55pm, Cash on site 6SS, 40/90, SD/60 +30. USCF rated Open Tournament. FIDE Rated. MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) only. RDS.:7 pm, then ASAP. On Site: 484-866-3045 or bdavis@lehigh- Reg.: Ends Apr 21, 7:45 p.m. EF: $25 adv/$40 after Apr 19th. Rds.: 1-3: See Grand Prix. valleychessclub.org,www.lehighvalleychessclub.org/ Apr 21/22 – 8pm, 10:30am, 5:30pm. Apr 28/29 Rds.: 4-6: 8pm, 10:30am, MAY 28, Main Line Chess & Games Game/60 Quads 5:30pm. Must be DCC mbr for 1+ month minimum. Trophies: 1st/2nd, MasterMinds Scholastic Summer League 3RR, G/60 d5. Main Line CHess & Games, 7 South Valley Rd., Paoli, PA u2000: 1st/2nd, u1600: 1st/2nd, u1200: 1st/2nd. Register online Info at: www.mastermindschess.org. 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 12-12:30 p.m. today! (Under REGISTRATION tab) North Penn Chess Club Rounds: 12:45, 3:00, 5:15 p.m. Info: Bring a chess clock. mainlineches- APR. 22, Mustard Seed Melt Down Main & Richardson, Lansdale, PA. See www.northpennchessclub.org [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom Bartell 4SS, G/30 d5. 6025 Kruse Dr., Solon, OH 44139. EF: $30 in advance for schedules & info or 215-699-8418. 610-240-8900. online, $35 at site. IMs, GMs free. Sections: Open, U1800, U1400, APR. 2, Main Line Chess and Games G/45 Quads JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class U1000. Registration: 9-9:45 at site. Rds.: 10:00, 11:30, 1:00, 2:30, U- 3 RR, Game/40 d5. Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., Championships (VA) 1000 ASAP. Prizes: $150, $62, U-2000 $50. $800 Guaranteed!! Open: Paoli, PA 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 11:45- See Grand Prix. U-1800: $100, $52, U1600 $40. U-1400: $100, $52, U1200 $40. U1000: 12:15 p.m. 12:25, 2:10, 3:55 P.M. Bring a chess clock, $62, $32, U750 $30, U500 $30. Free healthy box lunch to Rounds: Info: JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior ALL players! [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom Convenient Online Registration at www.progresswithchess.org See Grand Prix. Info: Bartell 610-240-8900. Contact: Mike Joelson, 216-321-7000. JUNE 23-25 APR. 8 , 6th annual World Open Women’s Championship APR. 29 , Donald Byrne Memorial See Grand Prix. , Cincy Tornado - As Chess as in Life See Grand Prix. Last Saturday of Month. 2 Sections: OPEN & UNDER 1600. 4 Rounds, APR. 9 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! G/60 d5. Reg. ends 9:45am. 1st Round: 10am. EF: $35 if paid online. $40 , Main Line Chess and Games G/45 Quads JUNE 24-25 at site. OCA deduct $3. Masters above 2200 EF only $20. Open b/15: 3 RR, Game/40 d5. Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., , World Open Under 2300 5SS, G/90 d10. Marriott Philadelphia Downtown (see World Open). $150-$75; Class Prizes based on entries. Master Bounty Prize: Best Paoli, PA 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 11:45- Upset against 1# Rated Master pays $100 for win/$50 draw. $100 for 12:15 p.m. 12:25, 2:10, 3:55 P.M. Bring a chess clock, Open to under 2300 or unrated. Prizes $500 guaranteed: $200-100, Rounds: Info: U1900 $110, U1500/Unr $90 EF: $40, at site only, no checks. Reg. ends perfect score to 1# Rated Master. UNDER 1600 b/15: $150-$75; Class [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom . 9:30 am 6/24, rds. Sat. 10, 2, 6, Sun. 10, 2. One half point bye allowed Prizes based on entries $35 Best Upset Prize Playing Site: First Baptist Bartell 610-240-8900. if U1500/Unr, otherwise two byes allowed; must commit before rd. 2. Church 11195 Winton Rd Cincinnati OH 45218. AWARD WINNING CHILI. APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16 WIFI. TV. HOT FOOD. CHESS VENDOR. Email: [email protected] , 11th annual JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International www.chessearth.com Philadelphia Open See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, 14th Annual Great Lakes Open (MI) APR. 22 US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. , 3rd Annual LVCA Bruce Alberston Memorial $1500 JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup Gtd-RBO 6SS, 40/100, SD/30 d10. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (see World US Chess Junior Grand Prix! See Grand Prix. MAY 13, Toledo May Swiss Open for location, rates). Open to Under 2100 or unrated. Prizes $4500 Open, 4SS, Rnd. 1 G/75 d5. Rnds. 2-4 G/85 d5. The University of Toledo APR. 23, Main Line Chess and Games Spring Scholastic based on 60 entries, minimum guarantee 50% each prize: $1000- 500- Health Science Campus, Mulford Library Basement Cafe, 3000 Arlington Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., Paoli, PA 19301. K-12 300, U1900 $600-300, U1700 $500-250, U1500 $400-200, U1300 $300-150. Ave., Toledo, OH 43614. Can split into 2 or 3 sections if enough players. 3 Sections: Open, U1250, U750. Open: 3SS, G/40 d5, Rounds 12:45, Unrated eligible for place prizes only, and limited to $500. EF: $88 online EF: $20 by 5/11, $25 at site. Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes: 2:30, 4:15 p.m. U1250 & U750: 4 SS, G/25 d5, Rounds 12:45, 2:00, at chessaction.com by 6/24, $92 mailed by 6/15, $100 at site. Reg.: $450 b/25, $100-50, Class prizes TBD based on split. Ent: James.Jagodzin- 3:15, 4:30 p.m. Prizes:Trophies to top 5 in each section tiebreakers 6/26 to 11 am, rds. 12 noon & 6 pm each day. 2 half point byes allowed [email protected]. 419-367-9450. used USCF rule 34 E. EF: $20 register 11:45-12:15 p.m. Info: bring a if 1700/over, otherwise 1 bye allowed; byes must commit before rd. 3. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, PO Box 8482, Pelham, NY MAY 13 chess clock, [email protected], mainlineches- , “Don’t Forget Mother’s Day” Pawn Storm XXXV sandgames.net, Tom Bartell 610-240-8900. 10803. Questions: chesstour.com, chesstour.info, DirectorAtChess.US, See Grand Prix. 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. APR. 28-30 OR 29-30 MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 , 26th annual Eastern Class , 26th annual Chicago Championships (MA) US Chess Junior Grand Prix! Open (IL) See Grand Prix. JUNE 28-29, 9th annual World Open Under 13 Championship See Grand Prix. 6SS, G/60 d10. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (see World Open for APR. 29-30 MAY 26-29 OR 27-29 , Greater Philadelphia Weekend Open location, rates). Open to all born after 6/29/04. In 4 sections. Open , 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. Section: Trophies to top 7, top 2 Under 1600/Unr; free entry in all CCA APR. 30 JUNE 2-4 OR 3-4 , Main Line Chess and Games G/45 Quads tournaments 7/14/17-12/31/17 to 1st. Under 1400 Section: Trophies , 2017 Gem City Open 3 RR, Game/40 d5. Main Line Chess and Games, 7 South Valley Rd., to top 7, top 2 Under 1200, free entry in all CCA tournaments 7/14/17- See Grand Prix. Paoli, PA 19301. EF: $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. Reg.: 11:45- 9/30/17 to 1st. Under 1000 Section: Trophies to top 7, top 2 Under US Chess Junior Grand Prix! 12:15 p.m. Rounds: 12:25, 2:10, 3:55 P.M. Info: Bring a chess clock, 800, free entry in all CCA tournaments 7/14/17-9/30/17 to 1st. Under JUNE 10, Toledo June Swiss [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom 600 Section: Trophies to top 7, top 2 Under 400, top Unrated; free entry Open, 4SS, Rnd.1 G/75 d5, Rnds.2-4 G/85 d5. The University of Toledo Bartell 610-240-8900. in all CCA tournaments 7/14/17-9/30/17 to 1st. EF: $43 online at ches- Health Science Campus, Mulford Library Basement Cafe, 3000 Arlington MAY 3 saction.com by 6/26, $48 mailed by 6/12, $60 at site. Late reg. 6/28 to , W.Chester 1st Sat. Quads 10 am, rds. Wed 11-2-5, Thu 10-1-4. Up to 2 half point byes allowed, Ave., Toledo, OH 43614. Can split to 2 or 3 sections if enough players. Our 28th year! 3RR, Game/80 d5. 2nd Presbyterian Church, 114 S. EF: $20 by 6/8, $25 at site. Reg.: 9-10 a.m., Rds.: 10, 1, 4, & 7. Prizes: must commit before rd. 3. Ent: chessaction.com or Continental Chess, Walnut St., West Chester, PA. EF: $20; $40, $50 for 3-0. Reg.: 9am. PO Box 8482, Pelham, NY 10803. Questions: chesstour.com, chesstour.info, $450 b/25, $100-50, Class prizes TBD based on split. Ent: James.Jagodzin- 9:40, 1:00, 4:00. [email protected]. [email protected]. 7031 Willowyck, Maumee, OH 43537, 419-367-9450. Rds.: Info: DirectorAtChess.US, 347-201-2269. $15 service charge for refunds. MAY 5-7 OR 6-7 JUNE 13-18 , 14th Annual Great Lakes Open (MI) JUNE 29, World Open Action Championship , Wisconsin International Chess Festival (WI) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. MAY 7 JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 , Chess at the Moose - Outdoor Pavilion! JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 , 6th annual Continental Class Registration: 10:00-10:30. Time control G/60 d5. Entry Fee: $15 at site , 45th Championships (VA) cash only. Prize: 1st $40, prizes added based on attendance. 3 round Annual World Open See Grand Prix. Swiss. Moose Lodge 1336, 705 Stokes Mill Rd., East Stroudsburg, See Grand Prix. JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) PA 18301-9035. Michael Laverty, 908-339-7105, http://poconoml. JUNE 30, World Open G/7 Championship (BLZ) See Grand Prix. wixsite.com/poconochess, [email protected]. See Grand Prix. JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) MAY 7, Main Line Chess & Games Game/60 Quads JULY 1, 2, 3, 4, World Open Daily 2 pm Blitz (BLZ) See Grand Prix. 3RR, G/60 d5. Main Line CHess & Games, 7 South Valley Rd., Paoli, PA 4 separate tournaments at Marriott Philadelphia Downtown (see World 19301. $20. $40 to first, $50 for 3-0 result. 12-12:30 p.m. JUNE 26-28, World Open Warmup (PA) EF: Reg.: Open). Each is a 4-SS, double round (8 games), G/5 d0. Prizes $300 See Pennsylvania. Rounds: 12:45, 3:00, 5:15 p.m. Info: Bring a chess clock. mainlineches- guaranteed: $100-50, U2100 $60, U1800 $50, U1500/Unr $40. EF: $20, [email protected], mainlinechessandgames.net, Tom Bartell at site only, no checks. Reg. ends 1:45 pm, rds. 2, 2:45, 3:15, 3:45. One JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th 610-240-8900. pair of 1/2 pt byes available, must commit before rd. 2. Blitz rated (will Annual World Open (PA) MAY 13, MasterMinds CC Quads not affect regular ratings), but higher of regular or blitz used for pairings See Grand Prix. Lenfest Center, 3890 N. 10th St., Philadelphia, PA 19140. Quads: 3RR, & prizes. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) G/85 d5. EF: $30 cash; winner $100. Reg. ends 9AM. Rds.: 9:30, 1, 4. JULY 3, World Open G/10 Championship (QC) See Grand Prix. Info: mastermindschess.org or [email protected]. See Grand Prix.

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JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) JUNE 30, World Open G/7 Championship (BLZ) (PA) See Grand Prix. See Nevada. See Grand Prix. AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13, 47th annual Continental Open (MA) JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) JULY 4, World Open Blitz Championship (BLZ) (PA) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 24-29, 11th annual Philadelphia International (PA) JULY 29-30, Weekend Swiss (at the 118th Annual U.S. Open) SOUTH CAROLINA See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 26-28 APR. 22, Greenville Spring Scholastic 2017 , World Open Warmup (PA) JULY 29-AUG. 6, AUG. 1-6 OR AUG. 3-6, 118th Annual U.S. Open See Pennsylvania. 5 SS, G/25 d5. EF: $15 by Apr 20; $20 after. Trophies to 1st-3rd each See Nationals. section. K-2; K-4; K-6; K-8; K-12. Sections may be combined if under- JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th JULY 30 subscribed. Reg.: 8-8:45. Rds.: 9:00-10:15-11:30-1:30-2:45. Lunch 12:30. , U.S. Open Scholastic Championships Annual World Open (PA) Open to all US Chess members entering Grade 12 and below [including Site: Eastlan Baptist Church, 625 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville, SC See Grand Prix. 29607. Reg form at www.scchess.org “Upcoming Events” link. Contact: new members]. 4 Round Swiss in Four Sections: Junior High - High Gene Nix, [email protected]; 864-905-2406. School Championship: Open to players entering Kindergarten through the 12th Grade in the fall. Open to all ratings. MAY 26-29 OR 27-29 UTAH Junior High – High , 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) School Under 1200: Open to players entering Kindergarten through See Grand Prix. JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) the 12th Grade in the fall. Open to players rated below 1200. No JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 25th annual Southern Open (FL) See Nationals. Unrateds! Elementary Championship: Open to players entering See Grand Prix. JUNE 15, Walter Browne Memorial National Open Blitz Kindergarten through the 6th Grade in the fall. Open to all ratings. Championship (BLZ) (NV) Elementary Under 1000: Open to players entering Kindergarten See Grand Prix. through the 6th Grade in the fall. Open to players rated below 1000. SOUTH DAKOTA No Unrateds! If the sections are larger than expected, they may be MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29 JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 2017 National Open (NV) split into multiple sections. Prizes: Trophies to the Top 3 in each , 26th annual Chicago See Nationals. Open (IL) section. Schedule: Round One at 12 NOON. Round Two at 1:30 PM. See Grand Prix. JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) Round Three at 3:00 PM. Round Four at 4:30 PM. Awards Ceremony See Nevada. at 6:00 PM. Time Control: Game/30 d5. Entry Fee: Online at JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16 https://secure2.uschess.org/webstore/tournament.php?wkevent=20 See Grand Prix. , 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) 17USOPEN, $25 by 7/10, $35 after. By mail – U.S. Chess, Attn: U.S. See Grand Prix. Open Scholastic, PO Box 3967, Crossville, TN 38555, $27 postmarked TENNESSEE by 7/10; $37 postmarked by 7/17. Do not mail after 7/17 – it will not VERMONT be received in time to be processed! By phone – 931-787-1234, ext. APR. 15, 2017 Cumberland County Spring Open 136 Susan Kantor, $30 by 7/10, $40 after until 7/22 by 5 PM CDT. Cumberland Co. Community Complex, 1398 Livingston Rd., Crossville, APR. 28-30 OR 29-30, 26th annual Eastern Class Notes: July Rating Supplement will be used. All refunds will be mailed TN 38555. $420 guaranteed prize fund. In 2 Sections, Open: 4SS, G/60 Championships (MA) from the US Chess Office following the conclusion of the U.S. Open. d5, $$: $75. 30- X,A,B,C,D/Below. Amateur: 4SS, G/60 d5, Open to See Grand Prix. Accelerated pairings may be used. For venue details please see U.S. U1200 & under. $75. 30-F,G,H/Below,UNR UNR eligible for unrated $$: MAY 6 Open Chess Championship TLA. prize only. ALL: EF: $15 if mailed by 4/10, $20 at site. Memb. Req’d: , Bennington Spring Open in Southwestern Vermont TCA $10 TN residents only. ENT: Harry D Sabine, P. O. Box 381, Crossville, See Grand Prix. AUG. 5, U.S. Open National Blitz Championship (BLZ) TN 38557. INFO: www.cumberlandcountychess.org or Harry at 931- MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 25th annual New York State Open (NY) See Nationals. 261-8440. W. See Grand Prix. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! JUNE 10, In Memory of IM Dr. Danny Kopec (b. 2/28/1954, d. WASHINGTON APR. 29, Pawn Power Open 14 6/12/2016) (NH) Site: IBEW Local 474, 1870 Madison Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. Three See Grand Prix. JUNE 14-15, 2017 U.S. Women’s Open (NV) sections: Open: ($450 b/20): $175-125-75, U1800: $75. 4-SS, G/75 d5; See Nationals. JULY 21-23 OR 22-23, 22nd Annual Bradley Open (CT) U1500: ($325 b/20): $150-100, U1200: $75. 4-SS, G/75 d5; Open and JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18 U1500 Entry Fee: $30 by 04/22, $40 at door; MCC Mbrs $30 anytime. See Grand Prix. , 2017 National Open (NV) See Nationals. Masters: free; Round Schedule: 9-12:30-3-5:30. U1000 Trophy Section: JULY 28-30 OR 29-30, Peter Henner Memorial (NY) 4SS, G/45 d5; Entry Fee: $15 anytime. Trophies for top 3 overall, top See Grand Prix. JUNE 17-18, International Youth Championship (NV) U800 and top U600. Round 1 at 9am, next rounds ASAP. Mail entries: AUG. 10-13, 11-13 OR 12-13 See Nevada. MCC, P.O. Box 17864, Memphis, TN 38187. Onsite registration (04/29): , 47th annual Continental Open (MA) See Grand Prix. JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 22nd annual Pacific Coast Open (CA-S) 7:30am-8:45am. Join online: www.memphischess.com/Power14.html, See Grand Prix. [email protected]. MAY 12-14, SUPERNATIONALS VI VIRGINIA See Nationals. WEST VIRGINIA APR. 12-16, 13-16, 14-16 OR 15-16, 11th annual MAY 19-21 OR 20-21, 2017 Tennessee Senior Open Philadelphia Open (PA) MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (VA) 5SS, G/120 d5. Fair Park Senior Center, 1433 Livingston Rd., Crossville, See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. TN 38555. Open to age 50 and older (born before May 19, 1967). EF: $25 if mailed by 5/13/2017 $35 at site. 3-Day: Reg Fri 2:00-3:30 PM. MAY 26-29 OR 27-29, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class Rds.: 4,10-4, 9-2. 2-Day: Reg Sat 8:00-9: 30. Rds.: 10-1-4, 9-2. (2 Day R See Grand Prix. Championships (VA) 1 & 2 at G/60 d5). All times are CDT. Memb. Req’d: TCA $10, TN MAY 27, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic Scholastic See Grand Prix. residents only. $$GTD: $150-100. $50-A/ B,C/D,E & Below. Plaques to Side Event to 5th Cherry Blossom Classic (May 26-29). Crowne JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4, 45th top 2,Top Age 60-69, Top Age 70-79, Top Age 80 & Older (plaques to TN Plaza Dulles Airport, 2200 Centerville Rd., Herndon, VA 20170. 4-or-5- Annual World Open (PA) residents only). Medals to all participants. Online at tnchess.us or ENT: SS. Sections: K-3 U600, K-5 U800, K-8 U1000, K-12 Open. K-3 and K-5 See Grand Prix. send entries to Harry D. Sabine, PO Box 381, Crossville, TN 38557. plays 5 Rounds G/30 d5. K-8 and K-12 plays 4 Rounds G/45 d5. $30 by INFO: [email protected]. W. May 20, $35 by May 25, $40 after May 25 and onsite. Trophies to Top 5 MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago in each section and other Class Trophies/Medals to 2.5 points and WISCONSIN above. Onsite Reg. closes 9:30am. Rounds 10am and ASAP. More infor- Open (IL) APR. 22 See Grand Prix. mation/Online registration: www.cherryblossomchess.com. Mail checks , Hales Corners Challenge XXV (payable to Capital Area Chess) to Cherry Blossom Classic, Attn. Capital See Grand Prix. JUNE 10 , Rea Hayes Open Chess Tournament Area Chess, PO Box 223582, Chantilly, VA 20151. Email info only: Anand MAY 5-7 OR 6-7, 14th Annual Great Lakes Open (MI) See Grand Prix. Dommalapati, [email protected]. See Grand Prix. JUNE 10-11 , 2017 U.S. Amateur South Championship MAY 28, 5th Cherry Blossom Classic FIDE Rated Blitz! (BLZ) MAY 20-21, Arpad Elo Open See Nationals. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 29-JULY 4, JUNE 30-JULY 4, JULY 1-4 OR 2-4 , 45th JUNE 16-18 OR 17-18, 6th annual Continental Class MAY 25-29, 26-29, 27-29 OR 28-29, 26th annual Chicago Annual World Open (PA) Championships Open (IL) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JULY 21-23 OR 22-23 , 25th annual Southern Open (FL) JUNE 23-25, 2nd annual World Open Senior (PA) MAY 28, 6th annual Chicago Open Blitz (BLZ) (IL) See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. JUNE 23-25, 6th annual World Open Women’s Championship (PA) JUNE 13-18, Wisconsin International Chess Festival TEXAS See Grand Prix. See Grand Prix. MAY 13-14, 2017 DCC FIDE Open V JUNE 24-25, World Open Under 2300 (PA) JULY 14-16 OR 15-16, 10th annual Chicago Class (IL) See Grand Prix. See Pennsylvania. See Grand Prix.

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ormer World Champion once said “There are two kinds of sacrifices— F correct ones and mine.” While no one can ever compare their tactical creativity to that of Tal, I both proudly and sheepishly admit that My Best Move has a Tal-like feature: it’s not sound. Never a patient player in my youth, I found myself searching for a fame-creating tactic in the diagrammed position. In general, when White has a pawn on e5, facing a black pawn on e6 and a king castled short, there are often sacrificial tactics My Best Move has a Tal-like on the horizon. I suddenly spotted it. It was going to be epic! feature: it’s not sound. I had set my plan in motion two moves earlier and in this position, I unleashed my best move. Now, be warned, if you find the same move as I did, then, well, your game needs some work! “ 22. … Kxg7 the attack going had I played 27. Kh1 which AN “EPIC” TACTIC As my opponent continued to spend five forces him to find 27. ... Rf5. But after the Jay Stallings (1924) to 15 seconds per move, I was moving at a text move, I’m just losing.” Nonetheless, I David Baran (1944) significantly slower pace, double checking my followed my psychological plan and blitzed 26th Annual Continental Open (2), Los initial calculations. my moves, and he followed, trying to meet Angeles, California, 1996 my three seconds of hesitation with moves in 23. Qf6+ Kh7 24. Bd3+ Bg6 two seconds. At this point, it hit me—it didn’t work. OK, 27. … Kg8 28. Kh2 Rf7 (28. ... Rf2+ wins) no big deal, problems were made so we can 29. Rg1+ Rg7?? (Black can dance out of enjoy finding solutions. I dug deep for any trouble with 29. ... Kf8) morsel of information that would help, and then remembered that my opponent had told Whew! I gave out a sigh and leaned back me before the game that he had used only a in my chair. Then, I leaned forward and played fraction of the time of his first-round victim. 30. Qh7+, and it hit him. He groaned and That was my key—move fast and maybe he played 30. … Kf8. After 31. Qh8+, he resigned. would do the same and miss his somewhat This game has provided me with several good simple, but necessary, defensive resource (just lessons for my students, including the need to be patient, to double check your calculations, WHITE TO PLAY a move, really). and to consider your opponent’s style should 25. Nxe6 fxe6 26. Qxg6+ Kh8 27. Qh5+? you need to. The most important lesson, though, 22. Rxg7+?! This is the point where I had missed is to never emulate your quick-moving oppo - My opponent’s shock alone was worth the move. something. In my calculations, I had switched nent, because, like I did in this game, they may His chair jumped up and came down pretty loud from 27. Qh6+ to 27. Qh5+ to guard the e- be attempting to entice a blunder!

as he put his hands out to say “What is this?” and pawn, but didn’t tune in to the fact that it left I hope you enjoyed My Best Mistake, uh PHOTO CREDIT: COURTESY OF SUBJECT quickly gobbled my rook. the f8 flight square open. I could have kept Move.

72 April 2017 | Chess Life