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Results: ECF Rated Lichess Blitz 9/9/24
Congratulations to GM Keith Arkell who impressed again with a dominant display and adds to his chess shirt collection.
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IOW Chess
- Sep 9
- 2 min
Local Magpie and Chess Enthusiast Triumphs in Shanklin
The tournament, organised by Terry Dawson, raises funds for the Shanklin 50 Plus Centre and is a great introduction for new players
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IOW Chess
- Aug 29
- 4 min
A Beginner's Guide to Playing in a UK Chess Congresses
Playing in a UK chess congress can be an exciting experience, whether you’re an experienced player or a newcomer to competitive chess.
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IOW Chess
- Aug 27
- 2 min
Vernon Strikes Again: Ryde Rapid 26th August, Results and Games
The unstoppable Harry Vernon is once again victorious at the August Ryde Rapid. An excellent level of play with very high accuracy.
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IOW Chess
- Aug 10
- 1 min
Vernon Wins ECF Rated Friday Night Blitz
We played ECF rated Blitz at the Yelf's Hotel in Ryde on Friday 9th August. Ten strong players took part and Harry Vernon emerged...
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IOW Chess
- Jul 17
- 2 min
Win Wildcard entry to the IOW International & Accommodation: Lichess Blitz Monday 12th Aug 8pm
The Isle of Wight International will take place between 18th and 23rd Feb 2025. We are giving players a chance to win free entry into...
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IOW Chess
- Jul 9
- 1 min
Hampshire Chess Congress 1st - 3rd Nov
Hampshire have announced their 2024 congress dates. Full details and entry form can be found here. It's a fantastic congress in Fareham...
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Iwan Cave
- May 28
- 2 min
Hampshire Rapid Play - 7th September 2024
Our friends in Hampshire are hosting a Rapid tournament soon and it's a great opportunity for island players to visit for the day without...
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Terry Dawson
- May 17
- 1 min
Shanklin Chess Club is holding its Summer Chess Tournament on Saturday 1st June
Another chance to play chess in June. Shanklin are holding their summer tournament which raises funds for the 50 plus centre. It's a great c
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IOW Chess
- May 7
- 1 min
ECF Rated Online Blitz - Tuesday's 8pm - Lichess
Join team IOW us every Tuesday at 8pm on Lichess for ECF rated 5+3 Blitz. It's just for fun but you do get an ECF online rating which is...
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IOW Chess
- Apr 30
- 1 min
IOW ECF Rated 5+3 Blitz every Tuesday at 8pm - Lichess
IOW ECF Rated 5+3 Blitz tonight and every Tuesday at 8pm here https://lichess.org/team/isle-of-wight on Lichess. OPEN TO NONE CLUB...
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IOW Chess
- Apr 23
- 2 min
Results and Tables - Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress 2024
And that's a wrap. We still have a bunch of videos and pictures to share but it's time for the final results. Thank you all so much for...
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IOW Chess
- Apr 22
- 1 min
Wightlink IOW Chess Congress Player Portraits
(header image, not the gallery, see below) Thank you all so much for coming to the Wightlink Isle of Wight Congress. Plenty of more pics...
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IOW Chess
- Apr 7
- 1 min
FIDE Blitz and a Simul with a GM added to IOW Congress
We are very pleased to announced that GM Keith Arkell has agreed to play a simul at the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress. This will...
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IOW Chess
- Apr 6
- 1 min
New Weekly Club Events on Lichess
We have started a new Isle of Wight Club on Lichess. It allows far more control over tournament settings than chess . com. We can, for...
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IOW Chess
- Mar 26
- 1 min
Islander Triumphs at Fareham Castle Chess Congress
Isle of Wight player, Richard Edney put on a fantastic display at the recent Fareham tournament to clinch first place in the Major...
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IOW Chess
- Mar 25
- 3 min
Places to Eat and Drink at the Isle of Wight Chess Congress in Ryde
Thank you so much for coming to play chess on the Isle of Wight, we can’t wait to host you. Ryde is a beautiful seaside town with a long...
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IOW Chess
- Mar 18
- 2 min
8 Titled Players Signed up for the Wightlink IOW Chess Congress
We are incredibly fortunate to have such a stellar lineup of chess players gracing the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress this April....
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IOW Chess
- Mar 14
- 1 min
The Isle of Wight Chess Shop is Live!
To celebrate the congress we have released a range of IOW Chess T shirts and hoodies, along with some novel chess T shirts. Pricing is...
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IOW Chess
- Feb 25
- 1 min
Isle of Wight College Increase the U16 Prize Pool
Isle of Wight College are supporting the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress by adding additional funds to the Under 16 prize pool...
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