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NICS entertain Ballynafeigh

NICS entertain Ballynafeigh

NICS entertained a Ballynafeigh team - the one led by Paddy Magee. NICS had their full team roster out with all 7 boards in play. Past match-ups with Ballynafeigh have seldom been easy with the odd surprise or two.

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B&D League - Part 2, Week 12 round-up

B&D League - Part 2, Week 12 round-up

Bangor beat NICS to officially seal the John Strawbridge Cup, but the Silver King is still very much up for grabs as Lindores edge out Fisherwick.

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March's Childrens Chess Sees New Faces

March's Childrens Chess Sees New Faces

The monthly childrens chess tournament saw some new faces, some new Champions.

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Kasparov's visit to Dublin

Kasparov's visit to Dublin

As part of his campaign for FIDE President, Garry Kasparov visited Dublin.

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NICS @ Bangor

NICS @ Bangor

NICS travelled to Groomsport for the 2nd match-up against league leaders Bangor. Admittedly Bangor are well clear in the Division but considering the previous meeting at the seasiders, NICS could be in with a chance.

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Delancey Schools UK Chess Challenge Belfast Megafinal May 10th Our Monthly Children's Chess Tournaments continues with the UK Chess Challenge Belfast Megafinal Sat 10th May - an oppor... May 10, 2025 09:45 AM - 05:00 PM — Methodist College,1 Malone Rd, Belfast BT9 6BY
GM Simul with Alex Baburin May 23, 2025 06:30 PM - 11:00 PM — Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Belfast
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