The New Hampshire Chess Association (NHCA) is a non-profit organization whose primary goal is to promote chess in the state of New Hampshire. The NHCA runs six major tournaments a year, these include:
- Queen City Tornado
- New Hampshire Quick Chess Championship
- New Hampshire Open
- New Hampshire Senior Championship
- New Hampshire Amateur Championship
- New Hampshire Scholastic Individual Championships
- New Hampshire Scholastic Team Championships
In Memoriam: Albert French
The New Hampshire Chess Association mourns the passing of Albert “Al” French, a member of the policy board and a long-standing supporter of chess in New Hampshire. Al’s work in chess was considerable, including significant contributions in teaching chess in prisons. Beyond that, Al was a strong chess player, with a successful career achieving its peak when he became the New Hampshire Amateur Champion in 2017. More than his competitive achievements, however, he will be remembered for his friendly and casual approach to chess competition. He was easy to like, and he’ll be missed.
Upcoming Events
Chess Instruction
Lessons provided by Prathiba Yuvarajan, Women International Master
Beginner Program: Chess is a fun and strategic game that helps children to improve their decision making, strategic thinking, analytical skills and more. Children will learn the name of the individual pieces along with their unique movement abilities, basic openings and endgames, and in game tactics. Classes will consist of 30-40 minutes of instruction with 20-30 minutes of supervised playtime.
Dates: Saturdays, Mar 4 – Apr 15 (7 weeks)
Time: 9:30AM to 10:30AM
Cost: $228
Intermediate: This class is geared towards children who already have a grasp on the fundamentals of the game. Participants will learn intermediate to advanced tactics and strategies, as well as the importance of openings, middlegames, endgames, and tournament play.
Dates: Mar 4 – Apr 15(7 weeks)
Time: 10:30AM to 11:30AM
Cost: $228
Min: 6 Max: 14
Upcoming Scholastic Events
New England Online Scholastic Blitz Championships
Friday, March 24, 2023 starting at 6 PM via CHESS.COM; Register by March 22
— 5 Swiss-paired double-game Rounds G/3 +2, USCF Online rated
— 24+ Individual and Team Placements/Prizes!
— Regional titles of New England High, Middle, Elementary, Primary and K-1 Champions and Team Champions on the Line
— official NEW ENGLAND CHESS ASSOCIATION-sanctioned championship competition
New England Online Scholastic Championships
Saturday, March 25, 2023 starting at 9 AM via CHESS.COM; Register by March 23
— 6 Swiss-paired Rounds G/15 +3, USCF Online rated
— 85+ Individual and Team Placements/Prizes!
— Regional titles of New England High, Middle, Elementary, Primary and K-1 Champions and Team Champions on the Line
— official NEW ENGLAND CHESS ASSOCIATION-sanctioned championship competition
March 18, Epping High Scholastic
March 25, Mascenic Regional Scholastic, New Ipswich. new date
April 1, NH Scholastic Individual Championships, Epping High School
April 15, NH Scholastic Team Championships, Cawley Middle School, Hooksett
May 20, Harrisville Wacky May Scholastic
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