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March's Childrens Chess Sees New Faces
The monthly childrens chess tournament saw some new faces, some new Champions.
Kasparov's visit to Dublin
As part of his campaign for FIDE President, Garry Kasparov visited Dublin.
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.
B&D League - Part 2, Week 11 round-up
Fisherwick take advantage of a slip-up by Lindores, and Bangor take another step towards the Division 2 title.
B&D League - Part 2, Week 10 round-up
Lindores are almost tripped up by an under-strength Ballynafeigh 1 team, and Bangor go even further ahead in Division 2 with a dominant whitewash of Muldoons 2.
Cap'n Kelly Disappoints
For the first time, Belfast South travelled out to Dundonald to play NICS at their home venue. Kelly's Heroes arrived in bristling form not quite expecting the topsy-turvey match in store for them.
Tournament Finale
Belfast South's Autumn/Winter Tournament reached its finale on Monday night. After 19 weeks of competition it came down to the final week to determine the winner
Children enjoy monthly Chess Tournament
Primary and Secondary Students gathered for the monthly tournament at Methodist College and the battles commenced.
B&D League - Part 2, Week 9 round-up
Lindores take another chunk out of Fisherwick's lead with a big win over Lagan.
NICS Winter Lackadaisical
On the afternoon of Sunday 23rd March, NICS hosted their second lackadaisical rapidplay of the season, the 3rd in their grand prix series. A shortened field this time.
NICS vs Fruithill
Back at home and NICS entertained Fruithill for their final meeting in the season; usually two well matched squads as board imbalances even out for the match. First match of the year went 4-1 for Fruithill, a draw in the second match. Could NICS actually nick more than a point on the night?
B&D League - Part 2, Week 8 round-up
The highlight of the week was undoubtedly Tuesday night at Ballynafeigh Community House, when the Division 1 title chase was blown wide open on a remarkable night of chess.
B&D League - Part 2, Week 7 round-up
As the divisional stage reaches the halfway point, Fisherwick retake the Division 1 lead yet again, while Bangor extend their Division 2 lead.
Belfast South Finale
The final game night for the Belfast South Flexible Tournament is coming up on Monday 24th March. The winner has yet to be decided so there is everything to play for; well, for some folks anyway.
B&D League - Part 2, Week 6 round-up
Another lead change in Division 1, while NICS slip up in the Division 2 title hunt.
Ballynafeigh Do It Again
Ballynafeigh Division 2 squads both entertained opposition on Tuesday night: Paddy Magee's team took on NICS while the 4th team lead by Dennis Wilkinson setup ready for Belfast South's Kelly's Heroes. Anything could happen in either match.
B&D League - week 5 analysis
Five weeks in and both divisions have leaders almost a full game-set of points ahead of their closest challenger. But there are at least another 9 weeks left and with some startling results and upsets already, especially in Division 2, consistency might be hard to come by.
3 weeks to go
Only 3 weeks left in Belfast South's regular Monday tournament. Top honours are far from certain and there is just enough time for outsiders to get a couple of games in to meet the qualifying quota and maybe steal a win.
Williamson 2014
Now over 100 years old, the Williamson Shield was up for grabs over the weekend of 22/23 February at the familiar venue of The Maynard Sinclair Pavilion. Always a popular event in the UCU calendar and this year the Shield found a brand new home for the next 12 months.
Bangor back on form
Bangor travelled to NICS on Thursday for their first meeting in Division 2 after the ignominious trouncing they received in the last match of the previous All-Play-All stage of the League competition. From his sick bed, Bangor club captain William McGratten send his team forward to try their best.
