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The new year and the chess league continues....

The new year and the chess league continues....

Playing chess in a team is one of those joys of chess. You have the beautiful game and the team spirit. Each player focused on their contribution to the match, their game. Players and captains proud of their teams, happy to play tough matches against other good teams. Here are some pics from the first league weeks of the year and two interesting games.

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Williamson Shield 2026: Storms, Strategy, and a New Champion

Williamson Shield 2026: Storms, Strategy, and a New Champion

A report by Chris Dorrian

Williamson Shield 2026: Storms, Strategy, and a New Champion - Read More…

Chess Players of Carrickfergus and Beyond!

Chess Players of Carrickfergus and Beyond!

The Ulster Chess Union is delighted to have been contacted to share the details of a new club coming in Carrickfergus.

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The New Year - Welcome - and Childrens Chess continues at Methodist College : Sat Jan 10th 2026

The New Year - Welcome - and Childrens Chess continues at Methodist College : Sat Jan 10th 2026

Young players gathered at Methodist College to compete in the monthly Chess tournaments. Players of all ages from P2 to Sixth form. From players who are just getting a footing to top players who represent Ireland and could beat most adult players.

The New Year - Welcome - and Childrens Chess continues at Methodist College : Sat Jan 10th 2026 - Read More…

Christmas and New Year sees the Ulster Blitz Championships 2025/26

Christmas and New Year sees the Ulster Blitz Championships 2025/26

Hosted by Fruithill Chess Club, Falls Bowling Club. A brilliant venue and Chess Club. 37 players played a marathon of 18 rounds of 3mins + 2 sec increments.

Christmas and New Year sees the Ulster Blitz Championships 2025/26 - Read More…

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