All-American Chess Board Derby: Week 2 Recap & What’s Next!


The second week of the All-American Chess Board Derby saw another light turnout—summer vacations and the recent holiday kept things quieter than usual. However, the evening still brought new faces and meaningful community moments to Riverstone McDonald’s.

New player Luke joined us this week, enjoying a friendly side game with Rick and bringing fresh energy to the group. We also had the pleasure of welcoming Barb and Kim, who are here on behalf of a national non-profit to collect data on the positive impact community organizations like ours have on the local area. Barb and Kim will be with us for an extended visit, getting to know our club and its members.

Week 2 Standings: Division Leaders Emerge

Advanced Division:

  • Emerson surged into the lead by earning a draw against Andrew, putting him at 3.5 points.
Andrew now sits at 2.5 points, while Matt, Harue, and Travis are just behind with 2 points each.

Intermediate Division:

  • Victor and Greg went head-to-head for two games, as other competitors were away this week. Victor leads with 3 points, followed by Lee at 2, and Greg at 1.

With just two rounds left, the leaderboard is taking shape—but everything could change in the final week!

Looking Ahead: Final Rounds & Blue Shell Blitz!

Next week brings the final two rounds of the Derby, and we’re looking forward to a bigger turnout as folks return from their travels. It’s your best chance to climb the standings, enjoy great company, and make your mark on the summer’s most spirited chess event.

Don’t forget—on July 27, we’re hosting the special Blue Shell Blitz tournament! This unique event is now open for sign-ups. Click here for details and join the fun.

Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, we hope to see everyone next week for the thrilling finish—and at Blue Shell Blitz for fast-paced chess excitement!

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