Oktoberfest Chess Tournament: Final Results and Season Highlights


The CDA Chess Oktoberfest Tournament wrapped up with an unforgettable final night on October 20, capping off three weeks of spirited competition and community growth. Over the course of the tournament, 36 players participated, making this one of our biggest events yet!

Final Results

Ken delivered a commanding performance, finishing undefeated with a perfect 6-0 record and claiming first place. Richard secured second with 4.5 points, while both Andrew and Eric finished strong with 4 wins each. Ken’s stellar play deserves special mention—not only did he win all six games in the Oktoberfest event, but he has now won his first 10 club matches and boosted his rating by an incredible 172 points.

Community Milestones

Our club continues to thrive! This month, we welcomed several new members: Andy, Will, Sam, Luphian, and Andrew P. With these additions, our total active membership now stands at 57, the highest in recent memory. It’s been fantastic to see so many fresh faces at the boards and so much enthusiasm for the game.

Tournament Highlights

  • Ken’s Winning Streak: 10 straight victories to re-start his club career!
  • Friendly Competition: Dozens of close games and several nail-biting finishes.
  • Growing Community: 36 unique participants over three weeks and a new membership record.

What’s Next?

While Oktoberfest chess has come to a close, the excitement continues. Get ready for our next big event: the November "Turkey Shoot" tournament, kicking off on November 3. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a brand-new member, there’s never been a better time to join the action.

Next week, we’ll have open play as Deon steps in as the new tournament director and I, Steve, head south for the winter. It’s been a pleasure being a part of this fantastic group—I’ll miss everyone, and can’t wait to see the club continue to grow and succeed. Good luck to all, and let’s keep making every Monday night a celebration of chess!


 

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