In the final week before our Christmas competition, we had a strong attendance of 26 juniors, well done everyone for coming along to learn and play chess. Eric took the advanced sections and reviewed a dynamic game played by Nikolas Theodorou and Teimoura Radjabov in the recent European team championship. Read more
We need to make sure we are all protected at this time of the year with various virus’s/flu/colds going round. Can all parents ensure that when children attend lessons, they are fully fit/healthy and at least make sure they have protection by having tissues/handkerchiefs ready to avoid spreading any germs. Read more
We enjoyed the company of 24 enthusiastic and keen young juniors itching to move the pieces on a bitterly cold December morning. It is a pleasure to see so many coming along to learn and play chess. We were without Graham Morris for the 1st time in 6 years due Read more
An open tournament for all local juniors under the age of 16, there are a limited number of tables available so book early to avoid disappointment.
With December almost upon us, a cold start to the day, but we welcome new member Sameer who has all the credentials to become an excellent player. Ian Clarke reviewed the Alekhine defence with the 1st session advanced group…. Anyone wanting to know more on this opening, here is just Read more
A huge thank you to all who helped us raise £208 for Children In Need. Todays News We had 26 juniors today bustling with eager enthusiasm as it was T shirt day as well as some much anticipated great games of chess. Tony gave his usual round of puzzles for Read more
Hampshire Junior 2023 Open Chess Congress 12/11/23 Congratulations to Leo who scored an excellent 6/6 in the under 12 section to win the under 12 trophy and a cash prize. In the open section both Harry and Tristan did really well and both finished with a creditable 3/6 score. This Read more
From 18th – 22nd December For further details go to chesshood.com
Another enjoyable Saturday morning with 24 junior players coming to learn and enjoy playing chess. Some additional items to start with before the chess report. The T shirt sponsorship has been successful with 17 T shirts for the club and these will be delivered by next Saturday. Some of our Read more
Be safe this weekend! Another full house at the Bournemouth junior chess club with 28 keen and enthusiastic juniors coming to learn, enjoy and play chess. Advanced section 1st session Tony went through a selection of puzzles at different levels to get the kids into the chess mode. The puzzles Read more