Author: Dennis Mays
PAIRINGS FOR ROUND 3 IN THE SUMMER CLASSICAL II
Enclosed are the pairings for round 3 on August 15 in the summer classical II. Time control is G/60, d30. Games start at 6:45 PM or earlier if players make other arrangements. Make up games in the quads are to be played at the club on September 12 or 19 if at all possible.
Celebrate National Chess Day in Style by Playing in the Rochester Scholastic Chess Tournament (Gr. K-8) on Saturday, October 14!
Let’s Play Chess!
Celebrate National Chess Day by participating in the largest youth chess tournament in Rochester. Students can expect a supportive environment with instruction from experienced chess players and high school role models. Students will be paired with others of similar skill level, and they do not need previous experience participating in a chess event. This opportunity is presented in partnership by Rochester Chess and Rochester Community Education.
All Experience Levels Welcome
Any student in grades K-8 may participate. Participants will play in one of three divisions.
- Beginner (Grades K-2): Afternoon only. If you understand how to move the pieces, you are ready to have fun and play chess with other kids.
- Novice (Grades 3-8): Students will be paired with students of a similar skill level. This division may be a good fit for students who have not previously competed in a chess event.
- Advanced (Grades K-8): Tournament results will be rated by the United States Chess Federation (USCF). A USCF membership is required and can be purchased on their website for $20. Players in the Advanced section will be required to record their moves. Scholarships for USCF memberships are available. Contact Dennis Mays for more information: dennismays101@gmail.com
Register early as the tournament is capped at a limited number of participants. https://rochester.ce.eleyo.com/course/19830/2023-fall-youth/rochester-scholastic-chess-tournament-gr-k-8
Site: Northrup Community Education Center
CHESS TODAY, AUGUST 10, AT JERSEY JO’S
Jersey Jo’s Philly Cheesesteaks: Come for the chess. Stay for the cheesesteaks. On Thursdays from 4-6 p.m., Jersey Jo’s Philly Cheesesteaks is hosting casual chess at its one-of-a-kind shop at 187 18th Ave SW (in the small strip mall across the Frontage Road from the McDonald’s on 2nd St. SW). Stop in for casual chess and have fun! Contact Rochester Chess Club members Alex Nelson (320-583-5717, alex24947@gmail.com) or Steve Lange (507-398-9212, slange@rochestermagazine.com), for more information.