“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



Rated Spring Slow Tournament, G/90; d5, March 13 – April 3

Seventy-five percent of respondents to the club survey indicated they want USCF-rated slow tournaments. I will be directing the Rated Spring Slow Tournament, G/90; d5, 4-round Swiss event, March 13 – April 3. Up to two 1/2-point byes may be requested in advance except for round 4 when only aRead More…

Justin Ricker Defeats “The Rest of the Chess Club” in a Simultaneous Exhibition

Justin Ricker defeated “The Rest of the Chess Club” 6.5 – 1.5 in a simultaneous exhibition match on March 6. Justin played 8 club members simultaneously. Each side had 60 minutes for the entire game plus a bonus of 30 seconds with each move. Justin said he was satisfied withRead More…

Rochester Chess Club Survey: Take 2!

I am sending the correct link to the survey. Hello Chess Enthusiasts, We are requesting your input on how to improve the club. Please click on the survey link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRBbKudbcWt3TgQa2PGIVFw9vOdwGHde_kin2RXYX6l3yxOA/viewform?usp=sf_link