As mentioned in Simon's write up, I attended the immensely strong Isle Of Man International last week. If Oct the 31st is a time when scary things come at of the dark, only a few days ago, there were some frighteningly strong chess players participating at the Villa Marina in Douglas. In fact, the only reason Carlsen and Caruana were not in attendance was that they have a WC match in a matter of days. Still, the amount of titled players playing seemed almost endless, and almost anybody who is anybody in the chess world was competing.
However, whilst I was not playing in the Masters, I was competing in the almost as monstrously strong major section, with an FM, a CM and a WFM competing.
After losing my opening game to the top seed, I was able to muster 5.5 points out of the remaining 6 games, to finish in a 3 way tie for first place. The two players who shared the spoils with me were Jason McKenna (rated 2095), and CM Kenneth Norman (rated 2083).
I'd say my best results were drawing with the candidate master, and beating a player graded 207, which I don't do very often.
There were quite a few interesting and curious incidents, which would take to long to talk about here. A couple of these involved local player, Henrik Fabri, who, anyone knowing Henrik, will not be surprised to hear this. He's quite a character in his own right, and not a bad player either.
So, that's it from the IOM for this year, but I plan to return again next year. It's a great tournament, even if the Masters is too brutally strong!
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Wednesday 31 October 2018
Tuesday 30 October 2018
Isle of Man Tournament
Some of you may be aware that Dave Ireland took part in the Isle of Man Tournament last week.
I am delighted to say that Dave finished with 5.5/7 points, which meant he finished 1st= with two other players for the Major Tournament.
The result is all the more remarkable as if we take a look at the other players ratings we see that Dave finished ahead of an FM & WFM and also finished level on points with a CM.
We can also see that Dave was rated 19th out of 35 participants at the start of the Tournament, so to finish 1= is a tremendous achievement.
Our Congratulations go to Dave for such a good result and he has said he will post a fuller report in a few days.
Here are the final standings :
Isle of Man Tournament Final Results Major
I am delighted to say that Dave finished with 5.5/7 points, which meant he finished 1st= with two other players for the Major Tournament.
The result is all the more remarkable as if we take a look at the other players ratings we see that Dave finished ahead of an FM & WFM and also finished level on points with a CM.
We can also see that Dave was rated 19th out of 35 participants at the start of the Tournament, so to finish 1= is a tremendous achievement.
Our Congratulations go to Dave for such a good result and he has said he will post a fuller report in a few days.
Here are the final standings :
Isle of Man Tournament Final Results Major
Wednesday 17 October 2018
Coventry Chess Junior Open Results
Here are some links to the results / pics of the first Open Tournament:-
Tuesday 16 October 2018
Junior Rapidplay ?
Does anyone have a report on the Junior Rapidplay then?
I'm assuming it took place!?
I'm assuming it took place!?
Wednesday 19 September 2018
Junior Open Rapid Play
Only a few days left now until our first Junior Open Rapidplay - there are still places left. If interested contact Ed Goodwin - details below
Coventry Chess Club are holding their very First One Day Junior Competition
This is a first for Coventry Chess Club and anyone under 18 is welcome to join.
The entrance fee is only £3.00 in Advance or £5.00 on the day.
Full details are: -
Coventry Chess Club
1st Junior Open Rapidplay
Sunday 23rd September 2018
Massey Ferguson Social Club
Broad Lane
Coventry CV5 7NL
An ECF graded event
Open and Under 120 sections
Entry fee
£3
Entries on the day £5 will be accepted at the organisers’ discretion
Eligibility
Players must be under 18 on 31st August 2018
ECF Membership
The tournament is open to players who are Junior ECF Silver, Gold or Platinum members. If your membership expires on 31st August 2018 you will need to renew it see details on the ECF website https://www.englishchess.org.uk/guide-to-renewing-your-ecf-membership/
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New players can apply for free junior membership on the English Chess Federation website https://www.englishchess.org.uk/guide-to-joining-the-ecf/
Parental Responsibility
Parents or guardians must be present and remain responsible for their children during the tournament.
Time Control All moves in 15 minutes plus 10 second increment per move.
Schedule
Round1 11:00 – 11:50 Round 2 12:00 – 12:50
Round 3 13:10 - 14:00 Round 4 14:20 - 15:10
Round 5 15:20 - 16:00
Prizes
Medals will be awarded for the following scores :--
Gold 4½ or 5 Silver 3½ or 4 Bronze 2½ or 3.
All players who participate in the final round will be awarded a certificate of participation.
Entry Form
Postal Entries send to:
Ed Goodwin, 1 Conway Avenue, Coventry CV4 9JA
Cheques payable to “Coventry Chess Club”
Email entry
09-01-32 93082588 (payer reference the player’s name)
Tuesday 21 August 2018
New Chess Season
Now the long hot Summer is over the chess season returns.
David Adams will be collecting Club Fees on Tuesday August 28th. New Fixtures Cards will be available.
Club Fees £23.00. ECF Bronze Membership fee £16.00.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday.
David Adams will be collecting Club Fees on Tuesday August 28th. New Fixtures Cards will be available.
Club Fees £23.00. ECF Bronze Membership fee £16.00.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday.
Thursday 16 August 2018
Brand New Junior Open Rapid Play
Coventry Chess Club are holding their very First One Day Junior Competition
This is a first for Coventry Chess Club and anyone under 18 is welcome to join.
The entrance fee is only £3.00 in Advance or £5.00 on the day.
Full details are: -
This is a first for Coventry Chess Club and anyone under 18 is welcome to join.
The entrance fee is only £3.00 in Advance or £5.00 on the day.
Full details are: -
Coventry Chess Club
1st Junior Open Rapidplay
Sunday 23rd September 2018
Massey Ferguson Social Club
Broad Lane
Coventry CV5 7NL
An ECF graded event
Open and Under 120 sections
Entry fee
£3
Entries on the day £5 will be accepted at the organisers’ discretion
Eligibility
Players must be under 18 on 31st August 2018
ECF Membership
The tournament is open to players who are Junior ECF Silver, Gold or Platinum members. If your membership expires on 31st August 2018 you will need to renew it see details on the ECF website https://www.englishchess.org.uk/guide-to-renewing-your-ecf-membership/
.
New players can apply for free junior membership on the English Chess Federation website https://www.englishchess.org.uk/guide-to-joining-the-ecf/
Parental Responsibility
Parents or guardians must be present and remain responsible for their children during the tournament.
Time Control All moves in 15 minutes plus 10 second increment per move.
Schedule
Round1 11:00 – 11:50 Round 2 12:00 – 12:50
Round 3 13:10 - 14:00 Round 4 14:20 - 15:10
Round 5 15:20 - 16:00
Prizes
Medals will be awarded for the following scores :--
Gold 4½ or 5 Silver 3½ or 4 Bronze 2½ or 3.
All players who participate in the final round will be awarded a certificate of participation.
Entry Form
Postal Entries send to:
Ed Goodwin, 1 Conway Avenue, Coventry CV4 9JA
Cheques payable to “Coventry Chess Club”
Email entry
09-01-32 93082588 (payer reference the player’s name)
Junior’s Details
Forename
Surname
ECF Membership Num. (12345):
ECF Grading Reference (6 digits, followed by 1 letter):
ECF Rapidplay Grade (July 2018):
(If no grading reference or rapidplay grade you can still enter please give details of playing strength)
Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy):(required for all players) / /
Section Entered (please tick) 120 or over __ 119 or under __
Parent/Guardian’s Details
Telephone
Mobile
E-mail address
Postal Address
Postcode
Entry Fee (£3 or £5 for entry on the day) £
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