The Spring Showdown tournament has officially concluded, and what an incredible event it was! ​ Over three weeks, we saw thrilling matches, new faces, and remarkable improvement in skill levels. Here’s a recap of the final results and a look ahead at what’s next for our chess community. Tournament Highlights The final night of the tournament was nothing short of spectacular. ​ One of the standout moments was an intense draw between Andrew and Matt, where Andrew found a perpetual check to force a draw despite Matt’s apparent advantage. ​ The crowd gathered around to witness this nail-biting finish as time expired, showcasing chess's excitement and unpredictability. ​ Final Results Section 1 (1201+) ​ Winner: Richard (5 points) – Dominated the section but dropped a game to Andrew. ​ Second Place: Eric ​ Third Place: William ​ Most Improved Player: Matt – Gained an impressive 110 rating points, moving from 1178 to 1288 in the last three months! ​ Section 2 (1200-) ​ Winner: B...

The tournament has officially concluded, and it was an exciting competition from start to finish! With ten players vying for the top spot, every match showcased incredible skill and strategy. Ultimately, Eric finished at the top of the club-rated field, emerging victorious with an impressive 2.5 points. Not far behind, Abel secured second place with a solid 2 points. Additionally, we are thrilled to welcome Lee as the newest member of the club, who made an impressive debut by winning his first game. Congratulations to all players for their fantastic performances! The competition was equally fierce in the USCF-rated section, with every player demonstrating remarkable talent and determination. After a series of intense games, Andrew clinched first place with a stellar 3 points, showcasing his mastery of the board. Close behind, Matt secured the prize for the highest unrated player with 2 points after a hard-fought final match. Payton also had 2 points to secure the second-place award. Th...

  Milo and Logan Check In The 2025 46th State Scholastic Championship brought together some of the finest young minds in the region for an unforgettable display of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Held under the stewardship of expert tournament directors, this event was a resounding success that showcased the remarkable talent of middle and high school chess players. Complete results of the competition can be accessed here . In the elementary section, there were 61 players. The top three finishers overall were (1st Place) Roy Li of Moscow, (2nd Place) Ryan Wu, and (3rd Place) Leo Grace of Coeur d'Alene. Other local players also showed remarkable performances in the elementary section, showcasing their dedication and skill in chess. Sophia Grace, a 3rd-grade standout, earned the 3rd-grade state championship title for her second consecutive grade-level championship, finishing 5th overall. Milo Davis also excelled, securing the 2nd-grade state championship for his third state cham...