Kick Off the New Year with the January New Beginnings Tournament!


Looking to sharpen your chess skills, meet fellow enthusiasts, and start 2025 with a challenge? The CDA Chess Club is hosting its annual January New Beginnings Tournament, an exciting three-week event designed for players of all skill levels to gather, compete, and grow. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or picking up the pieces for the first time, this tournament is the perfect way to begin a year of strategic thinking and community connection.

Here are the details you won’t want to miss:

  • What: New Beginnings Ladder Tournament – two games each evening over three weeks
  • Where: Riverstone McDonald's, 1325 W Riverstone Dr, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
  • When: 6:00 p.m. on January 6, 13, and 20
  • Format: Each evening includes a 20-minute game followed by a 30-minute game, with results impacting ladder ratings and positions
  • Who: Open to all chess players, regardless of skill levels

Why you should join:

This year’s theme, “New Beginnings in Chess,” focuses on growth and opportunity. Test your skills and learn something new with every game, as players of various levels offer unique challenges. It’s a fantastic way to discover fresh strategies, refine your tactics, and get inspired by the passion of the local chess community. Plus, you’ll connect with new friends and learn more about chess organizations here in north Idaho.

Resolve to make chess a more significant part of your life in the new year. Join us for this memorable event and see how far you can climb the ladder! Mark your calendar, pack your chessboard, and prepare for three evenings of fun and competitive play.

We can't wait to see you on the board!





 

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