Record-Breaking Field at Unrated Beginner Tourney
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Local Universities Compete at Amateur Team North
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By Matt Barrett
FAQ, Metro Class Championship, Adult Beginner Recaps
[imagefield_assist|fid=16674|preset=fullsize|lightbox=true|title=FM Doug Eckert had an action-packed weekend, tying for first place in the FAQ and the Metro Class Championship.|desc=|link=none|align=left|width=700|height=553]
By Mike Kummer
Aripov Wins 2013 Club Championship
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Meet WGM Jennifer Shahade; Ladies' Class Thursday
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The Chess Club would like to welcome WGM Jennifer Shahade, who will take the reins as our next Resident GM until February 21. In addition to our normal lecture schedule, Jennifer also will be conducting a special Ladies' Beginner Class at 6 p.m. on Thursdays.
New Club Ladder, Weekly Tourney Debut Tuesday
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The Chess Club is launching some new programming starting on Tuesday, February 5. The Chess Club Ladder will now take place on Tuesday Nights ONLY, and in addition to standard ladder games, we'll be planning some fun ladder events on Tuesday nights to keep the ladder action exciting!
See below for a complete list of new ladder rules and prizes for February.
Saturday Fun at YLC's Super Team Tourney
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Tourney Recaps: Swiss Ms. and Kids' Beginner
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By Mike Kummer
Dates, Format Set for 2013 U.S. Championships in Saint Louis
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SAINT LOUIS, January 22, 2013 -- 2013 will mark five years of checkmates and championships in Saint Louis.
Beginners Brave Icy Conditions for Tourney Experience
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By Mike Kummer
