News Archive 2007

* October 4, 2007

The tournament will be a two section (based on 12 entries, otherwise an open championship), 5 round, USCF rated event. (USCF membership required and available on site)

 

 

CLOSED CHAMPIONSHIP 5 game round robin event for the six highest USCF rated entrants for the tournament. Time Control game/90 minutes. Entry Fee $50 Registration Super 8 Motel 3501 Minnesota Dr 2nd Floor Conference Room #211 Anchorage, AK Friday, November 23 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Don't be late! Advanced Entry Form Schedule Friday, November 23 Round 1, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 24 Round 2, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Round 3, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 25 Round 4, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Round 5, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closing ceremonies and awards 5:30 p.m. Prizes 1st place trophy. 1st and 2nd place cash prizes. 100% of entry fees will be returned as cash prizes.

OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP 5 game swiss event for everyone. Time Control game/90 minutes. Entry Fees Adult  $30 Scholastic / Junior / Student   $15 / $20 / $20 New USCF Members  $15 Registration Super 8 Motel 3501 Minnesota Dr 2nd Floor Conference Room #211 Anchorage, AK Friday, November 23 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. One 1/2 point bye per player per tournament, must be requested prior to start of 1st round Advanced Entry Form Schedule Friday, November 23 Round 1, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Saturday, November 24 Round 2, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Round 3, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 25 Round 4, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Round 5, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closing ceremonies and awards 5:30 p.m. Prizes 1st place, 2nd place, 3rd place overall. Class prizes dependant on entries. * Open Champion will be automatically seeded into "2009 Closed Championship". 75% of entry fees will be returned as cash prizes.

This is the final announcement, conditions subject to change

Labor Day Open Tournament Report 

Eight chess enthusiasts participated in the Labor Day Chess Tournament in Anchorage and the youngsters made it clear there is a changing of the guard in Alaska chess. A 17 year old exchange student from Spain, Alvar Lluis Alabedra, with a FIDE 2086 rating was the early favorite to win the event. The first round went pretty much as expected with the only upset being Jeffrey Patterson's draw against Lloyd Hilling. In round 2, Alvar defeated Dick Clendaniel, Matthew Parshall posted a win against Lloyd Hilling, Greg Barry bested Jeffery Patterson, and Randy Parshall got the best of Burton Moon. It wasn't until round 3 when rising star Matthew Parshall, fresh off an outstanding performance at the US Open, squared off against Alvar Lluis Alabedra. Much to my surprise, and maybe Alvar's, Matthew worked a middle game pawn advantage down to an endgame forcing the Spaniard to resign in serious time trouble being unable to stop the pawn from promoting. In round 4 Matthew and Greg Barry played an excellent game that ended with Greg gaining a draw because of insufficient losing chances. The draw was Matthew's only blemish of the tournament. The last round saw wins for Matthew over Dick, Alvar over Lloyd, Greg over Burton, with Randy getting a forfeit win. Matthew was the clear winner with 4.5, Alvar took second with 4.0 and Greg Barry won the U1500 prize with 3.5. The Coast International Inn provided an excellent venue, one that I would like to use again, but a turnout of eight players doesn't justify the expense. Although we only had eight players there was some excellent chess, some of the best I have seen in quite some time. cross-table, photos

George Lombardi

 

Blast from the Past!

Hi - Just noticed your site.  I'm Kevin Casey, 1980 Alaska State Champ (I also tied for the title in 81 with Bob Curry).  I'm currently living in Australia, still playing chess (came 3rd in last year's Queensland Chess Championships).  At the 1994 Noosa Open, I defeated Grandmaster Ian Rogers in a tournament game.  I was the editor and publisher of Queensland Chess magazine in 1998. Here's a game from Down Under

Cheers, Kevin Casey
Brisbane Australia 2007

 

The Alaska WebChess Club is always hoping for new members and looks forward to your continued participation!

Until next time ........

The Labor Day Open will be a 5 round, USCF rated, Swiss event. All games are played at game in 90 minutes per player. USCF membership required and available on site.

Entry Fees:

Adult $30, Youth - Senior - Military $20.
One 1/2 point bye per player per tournament, must be requested prior to start of first round.
Advanced Entry Form

Dates and Game Schedule:

Friday, August 31
Registration: 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Round 1, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 1
Round 2, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Round 3, 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 2
Round 4, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Round 5, 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closing Ceremony, 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Prizes:

Prizes dependant on entries.

* this is the FINAL announcement, conditions subject to change

The Alaska WebChess Club is always hoping for new members and looks forward to your continued participation!

Until next time ........

The Tournament will be a 4 round USCF rated Open Swiss event, All games are played at game in 60 minutes. Open to civilians and military. Non military participants must pre-register. Active Duty Air Force participants are competing for a trip to the Air Force Championship and will play each other in rounds 3 and 4.

Scholastic/Non Rated Section possible if there are enough players who choose not to play in the Open Section (not eligible for Air Force Championship).

 

Pre-Registration:
Required No Later Than April 7th for Chess Players requiring access to Elmendorf.
Please provide pre-registration information by clicking here!

When:
April 14, 2007

Location:
Susitna Club
9387 Kuter Ave
Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska  

Civilians must access Elmendorf A.F.B. through the Boniface Parkway Security Gate:

1. Must be pre-registered (see above) and at the Gate between 9:30-9:45 A.M. April 14th to assure Base entry (we will have someone posted at the Visitors Center to make sure there are no access problems).
2. Must have current: Drivers Licence, Vehicle Registration, Proof of Insurance.

Registration:
April 14th, 10:00 - 10:30 A.M.
Juice, coffee and light snacks will be provided by the Elmendorf Chess Club.

Entry Fees:
Adult - $10, Child - $5 (12 and under)

Game Start Times:
Round 1 - 10:30 A.M.
Round 2 - 12:30 P.M.
Round 3 - 3:30 P.M.
Round 4 - 5:30 P.M.

Non-Cash Awards: plaques, medals, or other suitable substitutes
Top Active Duty Air Force
Top Civilians
Medals to Top Juniors

Directions from the Boniface Security Gate to the Susitna Club will be provided at the security gate

this is the final announcement, conditions subject to change

Sorry Folks but I haven't received any information concerning the outcome of the recently completed Fur Rondezvous Tournament ...... eventually I'm sure?!

* March 22, 2007 - updated the date and game start times for the Thunderbird Open

Until next time ........

January 11,  2007

Hosted by:
Alaska Joint Electrical Apprenticeship and Training Trust!

Sponsored by:
Alaska Chess League!

The Tournament will be a 5 round, USCF rated Open Swiss event. All games are played at game in 90 minutes. One 1/2 point bye per player for the tournament, you must notify the tournament director at or before registration.

When:
February 16 - 18, 2007

Location:
NECA/IBEW Training Center
5800 B St
Anchorage, Alaska
For directions click HERE

Registration:
Friday - 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM
USCF membership required and available on site.

Entry Fees:
Adult $25, Senior $20 (age 65 and over), Military $20, Child $15 (19 and under).
Family Entry Fee: First entry - full price, all other family members 1/2 off. (All adults pay full price). advanced entry form

Game times:
Friday - Round 1: 6:30 PM
Saturday - Round 2: 10:00 AM, Round 3: 2:00 PM
Sunday - Round 4: 10:00 AM, Round 5: 2:00 PM, Closing Ceremony: 5:30 PM

Prizes:
Overall - 1st, 2nd & 3rd place trophy plus cash prize.
Class Prizes - Under 1800, Under 1600, Under 1400, Under 1200 & Top Unrated, medals plus cash prizes.
Youth and Scholastic - Gold, Silver & Bronze medals plus extras.
Ladies - 1st place trophy plus cash prize.
* Prizes dependant on number of entrants in each class and division.

For further information please contact Chuck at chuck@potelcom.com or (907) 868-8110.

*This is the final announcement, conditions subject to change 

Good news for the local club players in Anchorage, the Borders Chess Club is re-opened!! Look for team events as well as USCF rated blitz, etc. Many Thanks to Greg Berry for revitalizing this landmark Anchorage Chess Club!!

Until next time ........