World Top 10 May, 2025
MEN:
WOMEN:
The GBCC will be closed for the next 2 weeks, and re-opening on monday, June 2nd 2025.
We will have our monthly USCF Rated event,
GBCC June Quick Action.
A United States Chess Federation
Quick Rated Only Event.
Regular ratings will not be affected.
Current USCF Membership Required
Prize Fund: $225 Based On 20 Entries. Prize amounts will increase with more entries.
Prizes: Open - 1st $70, 2nd $55
Top U1800 $50
Top U1400 & Unrated $40
Format: 4R SS/G/15;d3
Round Times: Round 1; 6:45, Rounds 2,3 & 4 ASAP.
Entry Fee: $15
Advanced Entries via PayPal or Venmo to:
greater.baystate.chess@gmail.com by 4:00 PM Monday, June 2nd or cash at the club by 6:30 PM.
Registration: Write your name, USCF ID # & Expiration Date in a note with your payment. No Checks. No byes. Present said information in person if registering at site.
The tournament is optional. All other club activities will still be available for those opting not to play.
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*Huge Free parking lot in the rear of the church, well lit.
* NON-PROFIT, DONATION BASED; no membership fees required.
*Donations Are Greatly Appreciated!
*US Chess Federation Affiliate
*Casual & professional players welcome at all levels, ages 5 and up.
*Fun family atmosphere. We strive to make it, so Everyone feels welcome!
*Productive, educational activities for *children & adults alike.
*Chess equipment is provided, and you may *bring your own if you like.
*Many Chess Club Library Books
*Rated & Unrated tournaments
*Simultaneous Exhibitions
*Basic lessons
*Analysis of games
*Chess puzzles to solve
*Make new friends, see old friends!
*Coffee, cold drinks & snacks available
*You may bring your own food
*Great lighting
*Separate Restrooms
*Many large tables
*Please be considerate & kind to everyone.
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06/01/25 | Planet Earth Chess Championship | TLA | MAP |
06/06/25 - 06/08/25 | Eastern Class Championships | TLA | MAP |
06/27/25 - 06/29/25 | World Open: Under 1200 & Under 1000 Sections | MAP | |
06/28/25 | 4th Iron Knights Amateur | ||
07/02/25 - 07/06/25 | World Open: Open Through Under 1400 Sections | MAP | |
07/25/25 - 07/27/25 | Bradley Open | MAP | |
08/09/25 - 08/10/25 | 13th Western New England Open | MAP | |
08/24/25 | 60th Annual Summer Open | MAP | |
08/29/25 - 09/01/25 | New York State Championship | MAP | |
09/13/25 | 17th WMCA Free | MAP | |
10/10/25 - 10/12/25 | Hartford Open | MAP | |
11/15/25 | 7th Pumpkin Pusher | ||
12/13/25 | 5th WMCA Quick Chess |
WOMEN:
Solution to last puzzle: 1. Kc4 b5+ 2. Q×b5#
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/apr/16/ju-wenjun-wins-world-chess-championship-tan-zhongyi
IT'S THE YEAR FOR 18 YEAR- OLD CHAMPIONS IN WORLD CHESS!
Congratulations young Grandmaster Volodar Murzin of Belarus! He defeated Magnus Carlsen and took the title!
At 18 years old, GM Gukesh becomes the 18th WORLD Chess Champion, bringing the title back to India!
7-year old Devansh Vellanki, of Hopkinton Massachusetts is the 2024 National Elementary School Champion for kindergarten and first grade.
https://uschesschamps.com/2024-us-championships/press-release-winners
https://www.chess.com/news/view/judit-polgar-abolish-women-titles