CDA Chess Club News

Mark your calendars for an exciting day of chess, camaraderie, and competition! On January 20, 2025, at 10 a.m. Pacific , the CDA Chess Club invites you to participate in a special 3-round Swiss tournament hosted on Lichess.org . This dual-rated event (CDA Chess Ladder and Lichess) offers a chance to test your skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Whether you're a current or past ladder participant or a proud member of the CDA Chess Club, this is your opportunity to embrace the spirit of new beginnings as we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and message of unity and growth. With a time control of G/20 , the format is fast-paced yet fair, ensuring plenty of engaging matchups. We're bringing the chess community together like never before and want YOU to be part of it. Pre-registration is required to participate in this exciting tournament. All players must be members of the CDA Chess team on Lichess.org before the event. If you’re not already a part of th...

  The Winter Solstice Chess Tournament, held on December 21 in Post Falls, was a resounding success. It brought together 11 passionate chess players for a day of exciting strategic play. Organized by the Idaho Chess Association, with tournament directors Adam Porth and Deon Goodwin at the helm, this US Chess-rated event provided a fantastic opportunity for chess enthusiasts of all levels to compete and connect. Linus Wannamaker showcased a remarkable performance, securing the top spot with an impressive score of 4.5 out of 5. His consistent play edged out strong competitors Ben Patterson, who scored 3.5, and William Merry, who finished with 3.0 points after a tiebreaker. Congratulations to these outstanding players and all participants for their sportsmanship and competitive spirit! As we look forward to the new year, the Idaho Chess Association is already planning more events to unite our chess community. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or new to the game, we encourage you t...