New Hampshire Chess Association

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:

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

January 13, 2024 – Gilbert H. Good Middle School Scholastic, Derry Register Here

January 20- Epping High Scholastic– Epping Register Here

New England Grand Prix Inaugural Event!

Saturday, January 13th, 2024

4SS, G/55 d5. Magdalen College of the Liberal Arts, 511 Kearsarge Mountain Road, Warner, NH 03278. Free parking. $2700 projected prizes, $1350 (50%) Guaranteed! This event is part of the New England Grand Prix, a new circuit of local tournaments that reward players who play and finish more events. To view the details, prizes, standings, and upcoming Grand Prix Events, visit the New England Chess Association website here: https://newenglandchess.org/

Five sections. PREMIER (Open to players USCF 1600+), EF: $50 by December 22nd Prizes $880 based on 20 entries: $400-200, U2325 $150, U2225 $130. First place will also receive a trophy and the title of first RAR Champion. Under 2125, EF: $40 by December 22nd. Prizes $620 based on 20 entries: $250-140, U2025: $120, U1925: $110 Under 1825, EF: $35 by December 22nd. Prizes $500 based on 20 entries: $200-110, U1725 $100, U1625 $90. Under 1525, EF: $30 by December 22nd. Prizes $400 based on 20 entries: $160-90 U1425 $80 U1325 $70. Under 1225, EF: $25 by December 22nd. Prizes $300 based on 20 entries: $140-70 U1025 $50, Unrated $40. Prizes will be raised/decreased in proportion to the amount of entries, except 50% of each prize guaranteed. All, EF $5 more after December 22nd and $10 after January 11th and on site. Registration: Online advance entry available at onlineregistration.cc until 9am on 1/13. On site registration: 9-9:45 a.m. Sat. 1/13. Bring sets and clocks, limited provided. Rds.: 10am-1pm-3:30pm-6pm 1 half point bye allowed, must commit before the start of round 2. Questions? Email [email protected]

Grand Prix: This event is a 3x multiplier for the New England Grand Prix.

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10TH QUEEN CITY TORNADO

February 24, 2024

DoubleTree Hotel
700 Elm St. (Granite St. exit off I-293)
Manchester, NH
Now downstairs in the Grand Ballroom!

4SS, G/60 d5. $$G 2,600. Four sections. Open, EF: $42 if rec’d by 2/22, free to GM/IM. $$G: $300-225-160, U2100 $180, U1950 $150. Under 1800 (open to U1800 or unrated), EF: $42 if rec’d by 2/22. $$G: $225-165-130, U1600 $135. No Unr. may win over $130. Under 1400 (open to U1400 or unrated), EF: $42 if rec’d by 2/22. $$G: $195-145-125. No Unr. may win over $125. Under 1200 (open to U1200 or unrated), EF: $38 if rec’d by 2/22. $$G: $140-100-85 U1000 $75, UNR $65. No Unr. may win over $85. All, EF $6 more if paid at site. Online advance entry available at nhchess.org until 6 p.m. on 2/23. NHCA membership required of rated NH residents; dues $8 adult, $6 age U19. Reg.: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Sat. 2/24. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Half-point bye OK for any one rd, must commit before rd 2; no player may request a half-point bye after receiving a full-point bye. Masks optional. Ent: NHCA, c/o Hal Terrie, 377 Huse Rd. Unit 23, Manchester, NH 03103. Info: [email protected].

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