At 6:30pm this evening, Friday July the 7th, at Brahan Springs Recreation Center, you have a unique FREE opportunity to learn about the game of chess from Life Master, Gerald Larson.

This weekly event is open to chess players of all ages and skill levels and there is something for everyone.  Last week, he lectured on a game to players ranging from novice strength levels through the near expert 1800s, and it was apparent that everyone was able to learn quite a bit from the material.

A fun note from last week – a young man, who very well may have been the lowest rated player, had a chance to show off the skills acquired through time spent practicing tactics by solving a checkmate in 5 puzzle for the group!

Before and after the lecture, there is an opportunity to use what you’ve been studying to challenge one of the other chess players in attendance to a game of a pace of your choosing.  This is also a great time to meet other folks in the area who are just as interested in the game as you are.

As always, please post any questions or comments in the section below and we’ll get back to you with the answer ASAP.

See you there tonight at 6:30pm and back at the Sunny Street Café at 5:30pm on Tuesday!

You spoke and your voices were heard!   The majority of responses received via email and via the web poll indicated that Tuesday was the best day for you to attend.  Thanks to all who provided feedback.  This is YOUR club, so it’s important to let us know how you would like it to operate.

Consequently, we will NOT be meeting this Sunday. We will meet again the following Tuesday (6/13). Please stop by and show us that we made the right choice by playing a few games.

Note: The calendar and meet up site have not been updated to reflect this information yet.

Please comment below or contact us if you have any questions or would like to volunteer for any of the many duties necessary to keep the club running smoothly.

The Huntsville Chess Club

Since changing to a Sunday meeting time, it seems like we’ve lost quite a few regulars to our chess club.  We’re considering changing back to a weeknight, but want to hear from you on which day/time makes it easiest for you to come out and get a few games in.

Please note that if you have a preference not listed, you can create your own.  However, these are most likely the only times that can be accommodated.  If you would like to provide any recommendation or feedback not able to be captured on this form, please use the “Contact Us” option, or send an email to huntsvillechessclub@gmail.com.

The above is a scan of two documents.  The larger document is my report of the first Alabama State Chess Championship conducted in Huntsville in 1993 published in Chess Life.  I was the President of the HCC at the time.  Note that Huntsville and Madison players did well in the tournament.  You may recognize the young Matthew Puckett in the photo who is still an active player in Huntsville tournaments.  Meidinger and Melvin also did well and are still active players.

Vote and/or comment below!  Note – if neither option suits you, please add your own preferred time control and that will be considered as well.

Hello HCC members!

From Josh –

“Joel is going to love this.  I’m offering a $5 bounty on my own head (nobody is going to take a point off of me, so it doesn’t matter :-P)  Off me in a real game and I’ll pay you.  Also, I’m putting my rating points on the line.  Catch me at the club and challenge me to a rated game.  I’ll always accept (time permitting).  I’m a club TD and can submit games for rating.  I’ll even cover the USCF rating fee myself.”

From Don – I’ll match $5 on any win as well.

*Disclaimer – you must be a member in good standing with the USCF and ACF to take advantage of Josh’s offer.