Northwich Chess Club Presents the Summer Chess Tournament
Our community of chess enthusiasts has come together to form an impressive list of 17 participants, each ready to demonstrate their strategic prowess. The first round will start promptly on Monday, 10th July at 8 PM.
Among the participants, we have players of diverse skill levels, creating an exciting array of match-ups. The highest-rated player in our ranks is James Harrison, with a notable tournament rating of 1972. He’s closely followed by Adrian Breakspear, carrying a rating of 1880.
We’re pleased to present our full tournament roster:
- James Harrison – 1972
- Adrian Breakspear – 1880
- Perry Moore – 1600
- Peter Hamill-Stewart – 1556
- Stephen Harrison – 1524
- James White – 1503
- Darren Birch – 1351
- John Martin – 1305
- Cade Birch – 1300
- Aaron Milne – 1276
- Henry Booth – 1258
- Jake Sullivan – 1214
- Chester – 1202
- Harry Mitchell – 1083
- Cara Birch – 1000
- Ashley Norton – 977
- William Smith – 937
Notably, Adrian Breakspear, Perry Moore, Peter Hamill-Stewart, Stephen Harrison, and Cade Birch have been granted a bye for the first round.
Here are the pairings for the first round:
- James Harrison vs. Chester
- Harry Mitchell vs. James White
- Darren Birch vs. Cara Birch
- Ashley Norton vs. John Martin
- Henry Booth vs. William Smith
- Aaron Milne vs. Jake Sullivan
In addition to the exhilaration of the tournament, we’re pleased to announce that each week, we will be updating the round results on our website and social media platforms. This will keep everyone informed about the progression of the tournament, match outcomes, and player standings.
Furthermore, James Harrison, who also runs our popular Improvers Club earlier in the evening, will be providing annotated games throughout the tournament. This provides an opportunity for participants and spectators alike to gain valuable insights into various strategies and tactics. Other players are also invited to share their annotated games, offering an inclusive learning platform for all.
We encourage everyone to join us in this celebration of chess, whether you are participating in the tournament or just spectating. For our players, may the best strategies win, and may the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship guide all games. Checkmate to the boredom of summer and let the games begin!
Stay tuned for more updates and remember, “Every chess master was once a beginner.” – Irving Chernev
