Current news in Ulster Chess
Ulster Championships 2023 - Results
The Ulster Championships returned this August bank holiday weekend to Elmwood Hall, QUB. Players battled out for the title over 3 days and 6 games!
Newman Hindley Series (Childrens Chess) Dates Confirmed
We are pleased to confirm the following dates for the return of the childrens chess at Methody.
The Citi Belfast Charity Rapidplay took place on thursday evening August 3rd.
Citi Bank hosted a charity FIDE rated tournament at their offices. The monies being raised for the Marie Curie charity. We had a brilliant turnout of some 58 players and the unexpected honor of having the FIDE President of Pakistan playing - Hanif Qureshi.
EMSONi 2023 Confederation Festival
Live music, brilliant football, activities, live music and a festival and community spirit what more could you ask for! Maybe a game of chess....
Children’s Chess looking for trophy sponsors!
Each year the Ulster Chess Union’s, Mark Newman and Geoff Hindley, volunteer their time and efforts to run the wonderful children’s events at Methodist College Belfast. Volunteers are and have always welcome, but this year we are also seeking out sponsors to cover costs of trophies.
