Larissa Cuthbert’s exceptional performance in UK Schools Chess Challenge Gigafinal
Larissa Cuthbert from Poole recently achieved an outstanding 2nd place in the UK Schools Chess Challenge Delancey Southern Gigafinal Under 10 girls section.
Click here for further details
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Click here for further details
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1 day Quick-Play event at Poole, Sat 17 Aug ’19, drinks & buffet; David Lockwood Memorial; Click here for further details
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1 day Quick-Play event at Poole, Sat 17 Aug ’19
The new grades are out!
The new grades are out – thanks to the titanic efforts of the grading team. Are you up or down on last time? Click here
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The new grades are out – thanks to the titanic efforts of the grading team. Are you up or down on last time? Click here
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Dorset players did well achieving a 49% score of possible points (31/63).
Mike Waddington was joint 1st (out of 38) in the Under 2050 with 4/5. And in the weekend Atkins he also scored 4/5 & was equal 2nd (of 36).
James Forster finished strongly in the Major Open, winning his last 3 games and scored 5/9, equal 20th out of 78.
And in the Over 50 championship there were these final scores, 43 took part;
Kevin Goater 3.5/7 (=14th)
Martin Simons 3/7 (=29th)
Ian Clark 2.5/7 (37th)
Martin Clancy 2/7 (=38th)
Ronnie Burton was 2/5 in the Under 1900 and finished 42nd out of 69
And fast improving Larissa Cuthbert scored 3/6 in the Under 11, finishing =25th. Larissa also took part in the Under 1750, achieving 2.5/5 and was 36th of 83 taking part.
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Mike Waddington was joint 1st (out of 38) in the Under 2050 with 4/5. And in the weekend Atkins he also scored 4/5 & was equal 2nd (of 36).
James Forster finished strongly in the Major Open, winning his last 3 games and scored 5/9, equal 20th out of 78.
And in the Over 50 championship there were these final scores, 43 took part;
Kevin Goater 3.5/7 (=14th)
Martin Simons 3/7 (=29th)
Ian Clark 2.5/7 (37th)
Martin Clancy 2/7 (=38th)
Ronnie Burton was 2/5 in the Under 1900 and finished 42nd out of 69
And fast improving Larissa Cuthbert scored 3/6 in the Under 11, finishing =25th. Larissa also took part in the Under 1750, achieving 2.5/5 and was 36th of 83 taking part.
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Dorset based players do county proud in British Chess Championships at Torquay
Bournemouth Chess Club move premises.
New season starting 2 July 2019
Ambitious Bournemouth Chess Club move to Winton & will meet Tues evenings – new members always very welcome!17 June: Bournemouth Club Chair Paul Errington has announced the club has moved to Winton from Kinson and to spacious and impressive new surroundings. Club evenings will be Tuesdays, 7pm to 11pm (so no longer Monday afternoons). The address is Winton Liberal Club, 521 Wimborne Road, Winton BH9 2AW. There is parking at the back, just down a side road, explains Paul. The Liberal Club has a bar.
Their new season will start earlier than usual – on Tuesday evening, 2 July’19.
Paul Errington would like to thank 2 chess colleagues for their considerable help with this project. Martin Simons for the initial idea and suggestion of the Winton Liberal Club and also Eric Sachs for much support setting up all the arrangements. Paul commends Eric for his “valued business acumen”.
The Bournemouth Club feel their excellent new premises, more central to Bournemouth than before, give very good potential for membership expansion. They would especially like to strengthen their team in B&D 2. Their “B” team will be in B&D 4 next season, but they would also like to enter B&D 5 and again have a Bacchus team for emerging players new to league chess. So they are keen to recruit additional members of all standards. The contact is Chair Paul Errington and his number is 07769 829891.
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Their new season will start earlier than usual – on Tuesday evening, 2 July’19.
Paul Errington would like to thank 2 chess colleagues for their considerable help with this project. Martin Simons for the initial idea and suggestion of the Winton Liberal Club and also Eric Sachs for much support setting up all the arrangements. Paul commends Eric for his “valued business acumen”.
The Bournemouth Club feel their excellent new premises, more central to Bournemouth than before, give very good potential for membership expansion. They would especially like to strengthen their team in B&D 2. Their “B” team will be in B&D 4 next season, but they would also like to enter B&D 5 and again have a Bacchus team for emerging players new to league chess. So they are keen to recruit additional members of all standards. The contact is Chair Paul Errington and his number is 07769 829891.
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PETER BYTHEWAY
It is with great sadness we report that Peter Bytheway passed away last month.
Peter was a long standing member of Southbourne Chess chess club for many years and contributed greatly to the club.
He was Treasurer of the club for many years in the 1980s and 1990s and only retired from playing chess a few years ago.
We wish to pass on our condolences to his family.
The funeral arrangements will be announced in the Daily Echo shortly and will be copied here.
James Forster in state of shock after winning a strong Dorset “Closed” Open at Merley, Sun 7 July
James Forster in state of shock after winning a strong Dorset “Closed” Open at Merley, Sun 7 July: According to informed sources, James was a reluctant late entrant for the Open – he felt out of practice, the season is over etc. But enter he sportingly did, fearing the worst, as the Open section was so strong. But with 3/4 he played some great chess and won!
Picture with organiser Ian Clark. Ian himself came 2nd equal with Steve Peirson.
In a most competitive Major, there was a 3 way tie – Geoff Searing, Frank Pittman and Chris Leeson
There was an excellent performance in the Intermediate by Mihail Nutu, who won with 3.5/4.
And some outstanding play saw Jim Fox score 3.5/4 to win the Minor, with Wimborne colleague David Lane 2nd.
Below are the results from the 4 sections, plus photos from the presentation.
Special thanks to Ian Clark, the overall organiser and also Martin Simons who controlled the event and provided the cooked lunch. Nikki Forster was great, working hard organising drinks all day and managing a first class lunch.
These are the prizewinners as advised by Ian and he is sending out their cheques Tues, 9 July
Click Here for result details
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Picture with organiser Ian Clark. Ian himself came 2nd equal with Steve Peirson.
In a most competitive Major, there was a 3 way tie – Geoff Searing, Frank Pittman and Chris Leeson
There was an excellent performance in the Intermediate by Mihail Nutu, who won with 3.5/4.
And some outstanding play saw Jim Fox score 3.5/4 to win the Minor, with Wimborne colleague David Lane 2nd.
Below are the results from the 4 sections, plus photos from the presentation.
Special thanks to Ian Clark, the overall organiser and also Martin Simons who controlled the event and provided the cooked lunch. Nikki Forster was great, working hard organising drinks all day and managing a first class lunch.
These are the prizewinners as advised by Ian and he is sending out their cheques Tues, 9 July
Click Here for result details
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B&DCL AGM: Wednesday 19 June ’19
The B&DCL AGM will be held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 19th June 2019 at the Tuckton Social Club (home venue of Southbourne Chess Club), 222 Tuckton Road BH6 3AA and all members of B&DCL clubs are welcome.
For Agenda and last years Minutes Click Here
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The B&DCL AGM will be held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 19th June 2019 at the Tuckton Social Club (home venue of Southbourne Chess Club), 222 Tuckton Road BH6 3AA and all members of B&DCL clubs are welcome.
For Agenda and last years Minutes Click Here
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Saturday 1st June 2019 – Southampton Six Round Rapidplay Tournament
at St. Denys Community Centre, Priory Road, Southampton, SO17 2JZ
Enter online (preferred) or download an entry form.
Prizes - 1st £50, 2nd £30, 3rd £20
Rate of Play - 25 minutes per player with an additional 5 seconds per move.
Entry fees are £12 for adults, £8 for juniors.
Players will be split into sections according to their ECF grades.
Details of 2018 winners
at St. Denys Community Centre, Priory Road, Southampton, SO17 2JZ
Enter online (preferred) or download an entry form.
Prizes - 1st £50, 2nd £30, 3rd £20
Rate of Play - 25 minutes per player with an additional 5 seconds per move.
Entry fees are £12 for adults, £8 for juniors.
Players will be split into sections according to their ECF grades.
Details of 2018 winners
Sunday 28 April 2019 London Marathon
Chris Lane will be running the London Marathon this year. You will recall that proceeds from his last years run helped to purchase our 12 Digital clocks. This year the proceeds are destined for another very good cause; our local Macmillan Care Team.
If you click on the link below the Just Giving Page comes up.
https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/CaringLocallyMacmillanBournemouth
Click here for Chris' Results
Chris' comment on the day
"It was a tough but wonderful day".
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Chris Lane will be running the London Marathon this year. You will recall that proceeds from his last years run helped to purchase our 12 Digital clocks. This year the proceeds are destined for another very good cause; our local Macmillan Care Team.
If you click on the link below the Just Giving Page comes up.
https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/CaringLocallyMacmillanBournemouth
Click here for Chris' Results
Chris' comment on the day
"It was a tough but wonderful day".
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THE 24th DORSET COUNTY CHESS ASSOCIATION RAPIDPLAY
will be played on Sunday, 24 March 2019 at Ringwood. Entries are now possible. On-line entry is encouraged and you will see a blue form further down the page. Or if preferred, a more conventional application form can be completed and posted. More details click here.
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will be played on Sunday, 24 March 2019 at Ringwood. Entries are now possible. On-line entry is encouraged and you will see a blue form further down the page. Or if preferred, a more conventional application form can be completed and posted. More details click here.
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WE WANT YOU
We're always looking for new members. Southbourne Chess Club is a friendly chess club in the Tuckton area of Bournemouth, Dorset. Our membership is currently around twenty-five, and we're always looking to get more people involved. We have members not only from the Dorset Chess scene, but also some from neighbouring Hampshire. If you want to improve your chess, play casual chess, league chess, or any kind of chess, simply come along to the club or contact us click here to use the Contact Form or send us an email at southbournechessclub@yahoo.co.uk.
If you're at all unsure about whether to come, or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Chris Lane on 01202 466408 or John Harris on 01202 427523.
For Meeting & Club Location information (Tuesday afternoons and Friday evenings) click here
For Membership details and a downloadable Membership Form Click Here
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If you're at all unsure about whether to come, or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Chris Lane on 01202 466408 or John Harris on 01202 427523.
For Meeting & Club Location information (Tuesday afternoons and Friday evenings) click here
For Membership details and a downloadable Membership Form Click Here
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A MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Good News
- The Club will be open as usual on Friday evening
28 December 2018.
Bad News
- There will be no Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons 25 December 2018 and 1 January 2019.
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Good News
- The Club will be open as usual on Friday evening
28 December 2018.
Bad News
- There will be no Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons 25 December 2018 and 1 January 2019.
Do not forget Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons is running right through the year except around Christmas. 2.30 to 5.00 pm Click here for more details
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TORBAY CHESS CONGRESS 2018
Subject: 2018 Torbay Chess Congress
9th-11th November 2018
The link is Torbay Congress
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9th-11th November 2018
The link is Torbay Congress
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Blind Chess Association Tournament -
Volunteers Wanted (Just 1 hour a day)
Jan Lovell Memorial Chairman’s Cup
is being Hosted by Braille Chess Association - Supporting Chess Players with Sight Loss at the
Marsham Court Hotel Bournemouth
3 Russell Cotes Road, BH1 3AB Bournemouth
There are 18 blind players in the tournament,plus two more who are beginners. John Jenkins is looking for chess players who may may wish to help by overseeing their moves to ensure the moves on both boards are the same, and perhaps giving a little advice.
On Saturday evening Martin Simons is giving a simultaneous chess match.
Slots are between 11.00am and 12.00 on Saturday 16th through to Thursday 21st if anybody is available.
Email: johnpamjenkins@btinternet.com for more details or to volunteer.
Many of you will know John Jenkins from Highcliffe club
Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/128693381079951
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is being Hosted by Braille Chess Association - Supporting Chess Players with Sight Loss at the
Marsham Court Hotel Bournemouth
3 Russell Cotes Road, BH1 3AB Bournemouth
There are 18 blind players in the tournament,plus two more who are beginners. John Jenkins is looking for chess players who may may wish to help by overseeing their moves to ensure the moves on both boards are the same, and perhaps giving a little advice.
On Saturday evening Martin Simons is giving a simultaneous chess match.
Slots are between 11.00am and 12.00 on Saturday 16th through to Thursday 21st if anybody is available.
Email: johnpamjenkins@btinternet.com for more details or to volunteer.
Many of you will know John Jenkins from Highcliffe club
Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/128693381079951
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GOOD FRIDAY - The club will be open as usual on Friday on 30 March 2018
"FUN" 10 Second a move TournamentThis popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 8th September, and is expected to be over 7 rounds. This will be a prelude to the forthcoming 1st Dorset Blitz Championships to be held on Sunday 17th September at the Furzebrook Village Hall, Wareham (see www.dorsetchess.co.uk/ for details).
All members from Southbourne CC and visitors from other clubs are very welcome. Please do not forget to bring along your £2 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
There will be book prizes for the Winner, Best Under 150 and Best Under 125.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD and other chess item sale. All items will be on sale for £3, £2 and many even at £1!
If anyone has any chess item they no longer require than please bring them along.
Hope to see you there!
All members from Southbourne CC and visitors from other clubs are very welcome. Please do not forget to bring along your £2 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
There will be book prizes for the Winner, Best Under 150 and Best Under 125.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD and other chess item sale. All items will be on sale for £3, £2 and many even at £1!
If anyone has any chess item they no longer require than please bring them along.
Hope to see you there!
DATES FOR YOUR DIARIES
"FUN" 10 Second a move Tournament - Friday 23rd September 2016
The popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 23rd September. Everyone is welcome. Do not forget to Bring along your £1 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds
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Southbourne Chess Club Annual AGM – Friday 16 September 2016
The Southbourne Chess Club AGM will be held at the Tuckton Social Club at 7.30.
After the AGM, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds.
Two Towns Match – Thursday 15 September 2016.
Just before the beginning of the season it is a tradition that Bournemouth and Poole players compete over 30 boards or so, as a warm up to the forthcoming season. This is a chance to meet with friends old and new in the area and is to be held at the Royal British Legion club in Poole. Captains - Martin Simons for Bournemouth and Eric Sachs for Poole.
"FUN" 10 Second a move Tournament - Friday 23rd September 2016
The popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 23rd September. Everyone is welcome. Do not forget to Bring along your £1 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds
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Southbourne Chess Club Annual AGM – Friday 16 September 2016
The Southbourne Chess Club AGM will be held at the Tuckton Social Club at 7.30.
After the AGM, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds.
Two Towns Match – Thursday 15 September 2016.
Just before the beginning of the season it is a tradition that Bournemouth and Poole players compete over 30 boards or so, as a warm up to the forthcoming season. This is a chance to meet with friends old and new in the area and is to be held at the Royal British Legion club in Poole. Captains - Martin Simons for Bournemouth and Eric Sachs for Poole.
DORSET COUNTY JUNIOR CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP 2015
SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2016 at
FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL
James Forster of Southbourne Chess Club won the Tournament.
He did very well with a score of 6/6. There were 75 entrants – the biggest ever number of entrants. Thanks to Eric Sachs (Left) and Ian Clark (Right) for running the event.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2016 at
FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL
James Forster of Southbourne Chess Club won the Tournament.
He did very well with a score of 6/6. There were 75 entrants – the biggest ever number of entrants. Thanks to Eric Sachs (Left) and Ian Clark (Right) for running the event.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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Click here for the Results of the Club Christmas Tournament 2015
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HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
NOTE
GOOD NEWS - TUESDAY CHESS AT LUDO LOUNGE IN SOUTHBOURNE IS NOT STOPPING OVER HOLIDAYS. Just come along anytime between 2.30 pm and 5 pm.
HOWEVER
FRIDAY CHESS AT SOUTHBOURNE CHESS CLUB AND THE CROOKED BOOK IS TAKING A BREAK OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR. IT RESTARTS ON FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2016.
WEDNESDAY CHESS AT FLIRT CAFE BAR IS ALSO TAKING A BREAK AND RESTARTS ON WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2016.
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NOTE
GOOD NEWS - TUESDAY CHESS AT LUDO LOUNGE IN SOUTHBOURNE IS NOT STOPPING OVER HOLIDAYS. Just come along anytime between 2.30 pm and 5 pm.
HOWEVER
FRIDAY CHESS AT SOUTHBOURNE CHESS CLUB AND THE CROOKED BOOK IS TAKING A BREAK OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR. IT RESTARTS ON FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2016.
WEDNESDAY CHESS AT FLIRT CAFE BAR IS ALSO TAKING A BREAK AND RESTARTS ON WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2016.
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SOUTHBOURNE CHRISTMAS QUICKPLAY HANDICAP TOURNAMENT
Friday 18th December 2015 7.15 for 7.30 Start
Its time for the ever popular annual celebration including food and chess played to the accompaniment of Christmas music. This is open to all players.
The Handicap Tournament is usually a 7 round Swiss format, 20 minutes is allocated to the game but each player's time will be determined by the grading differential between the players (eg 15 to 5 minutes). There are often more prizes than players.
Turn up with your £2 entry fee at 7.15, ready for a 7.30 start at Tuckton Social Club.
Note
THE ENTRY FEE FOR THIS YEAR HAS BEEN INCREASED TO £2.Still great value (includes bucks fizz, mince pies and tea)
There will also be a chess book and DVD sale during the break.
1 book for £3, 2 for £5.
Please bring along any books and DVDs that you no longer need to help club funds.
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The Handicap Tournament is usually a 7 round Swiss format, 20 minutes is allocated to the game but each player's time will be determined by the grading differential between the players (eg 15 to 5 minutes). There are often more prizes than players.
Turn up with your £2 entry fee at 7.15, ready for a 7.30 start at Tuckton Social Club.
Note
THE ENTRY FEE FOR THIS YEAR HAS BEEN INCREASED TO £2.Still great value (includes bucks fizz, mince pies and tea)
There will also be a chess book and DVD sale during the break.
1 book for £3, 2 for £5.
Please bring along any books and DVDs that you no longer need to help club funds.
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50th Dorset Open Congress October 2015
Friday 30th to Sunday 1st November 2015 - Held at
CARRINGTON HOUSE HOTEL Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ
Increased prizes in all sections for 50th Congress
OPEN MAJOR (U160) INTERMEDIATE (U135) MINOR (U115)
Equipment and bookstall by CCF Mindgames
For Prize list click here
Friday 30th to Sunday 1st November 2015 - Held at
CARRINGTON HOUSE HOTEL Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ
Increased prizes in all sections for 50th Congress
OPEN MAJOR (U160) INTERMEDIATE (U135) MINOR (U115)
Equipment and bookstall by CCF Mindgames
For Prize list click here
2015-16 Season Results
TWO TOWNS MATCH The annual Two Towns match was won by Bournemouth. It was a fun night, and a good prelude to the season proper. CLICK HERE FOR THE INDIVIDUAL SCORES
Thanks to the 2 Captains - Martin Simons for Bournemouth and Eric Sachs for Poole.
2014-15 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League
2013-14 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League (Division 1 Only)
2012-13 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset League
Members Memorials
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