Hi everyone
I'm writing to you
either because you've played in the Sheffield Individuals in the fairly recent
past, or because you're a current club secretary or team captain (and I've
copied in Steve Mann). The closing deadline for this season's
tournaments is approaching (see attached flyer) [below] I'm trying to boost
the number of entries we have so far. I wonder if you would consider
entering yourself and / or pass the information around to your club/team
members.
It is a Swiss style
tournament having six rounds and split into three sections according to
playing strength, with a round about every four to six weeks or so.
Once the draw for the round is made, you make arrangements with your
opponent to play the match before the closing date for that round.
Normally black has choice of venue except when the opponent is a
junior.
Unfortunately, the
2019/20 tournaments were curtailed due to the pandemic, and I'm aware that
some people are still unsure about getting back into playing over the board
chess, particularly in enclosed rooms. Traditionally, these games
have often been played in players' homes but, whilst some can be played at
club venues, there's no reason why they can't be played in any, mutually
convenient, space. I remember playing a round in John Fletcher's
lovely back garden a few years back. Many pubs and cafés now have
heated outdoor areas. I'm sure such venues wouldn't mind you playing
there as long as you were buying drinks.
Did I mention that
entry is free? It is. So, there's really no reason for you not
to enter.
Best wishes
Geoff Brown
Tournament Controller
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