CONGRATULATIONS TO FISHERWICK

After reading the reported result of the deciding match on Ballynafeigh`s website I must post a congratulations message to Fisherwick on winning the first division. 
At the moment I have no further information as to what transpired on the night.


Congratulations to Lagan on winning the second division and RVH (ravens) on winning the third division.
I do hope all competitors enjoyed and benefitted from competing in the past league season.



Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

TRIBUTE TO RECENTLY DECEASED CHESS TRAINER BY ANDREW MARTIN

Here is Andrew Martin`s tribute to a well known chess trainer. The white player makes it look easy to play the game!

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

CORK CONGRESS TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND

A number of players are off to  Cork this weekend to compete in the Cork Congress.
Here is the CORK CHESS CLUB site with all the details.

BOMBARDIER, MALONE RESULT CLARIFICATION

After receiving instructions from Captain Kelly I have been ordered to clarify the league standing situation.  

It has been confirmed the tie break rule is only used to decide first and second place.  This means Bombardier and Malone are officially joint third in the first division, or joint last in the first division, whichever you prefer!

Here is Captain Kelly`s official statement to both teams, "Congratulations are due to both clubs for reaching Division One this season and giving a good account of themselves."


This is the official statement of Captain Kelly to the Malone team; "Please convey in your blog my appreciation as Captain of Malone of the whole team for their skill, dedication and loyalty.
Cheers. Captain Martin Kelly"


I hope this makes the situation clear to everyone.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

BOMARDIER v MALONE

Tonight`s result was;
BOMBARDIER  3.5 MALONE 1.5
M. Newman 1  S.Flanagan 0
P. McNaughton 1/2  G.McCormack 1/2
R. Harris 1/2  D.Reuben 1/2
S.McConaghy 1 N.Green 0
R.Stafford 1/2  J.Bryars 1/2


At the minute my understanding is that Bombardier will be 3rd decided by the tiebreak system.  Congratulations to Bombardier. First and second place will be decided next week.



Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

THE POWER PLAY SHOW

Chessbase are highlighting Danny King`s "Power play shows."  


These shows are well worth watching, I have listened to quite a few since starting my new subscription.  They are available to watch anytime, you do not have to catch the live broadcast.


The position below is a trailer for tonight`s show. You have to find the best way for white to continue. Black has just played Bb7.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

BOMBARDIER v MALONE

BOMBARDIER v MALONE is scheduled to take place tomorrow night. The result will appear here as soon as possible.
This is Bombardier`s and Malone`s last game of the season.

PRECISE PLAY BY ANDREW MARTIN

Another interesting lecture.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

SICILIAN NAJDORF BY ANDREW MARTIN

This is one of  the latest in a series of Andrew Martin`s video tutorials. They are all worth watching if you have the time.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

E2E4 DUBLIN EVENT

Just noticed the E2E4 tournament in Dublin getting an mention on the Facebook page wall. They seem to be expecting a large number of entries.


It is also getting mention on the Ballynafeigh website.


Here is the E2E4 website details.


Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

VIDEO CLIP OF LAST WEEK END TOURNAMENT

Here is a video clip of the 3rd round of the Williamson Shield.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

THE TANTRUM ATTACK

A controversy has occurred at one of this week`s games which could have far reaching consequences.

In most countries this particular opening is called the f4 Sicilian or the Grand Prix Attack. Here in N.Ireland it is now known as the Tantrum Attack.  


If the white aggression breaks down he simply finds the novelty of throwing a tantrum and claiming spectators have interfered with play, like wot Kenneth Wolsteholme did in the famous 1966 World Cup final!


Here are most of the moves of the controversial game. The remaining moves were not being recorded as the players were both in the last five minutes. lol lol lol lol

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Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

TWO KNIGHTS DEFENCE

A couple of years ago I watched Alexandra Kosteniuk give a lecture on this game. She may have actually played the game earlier in the day as a matter of fact.  


At one stage in the lecture she said, "Why did I play this opening? I will never ever play this again!"


It must have been a very nerve wrecking experience! lol Rybka analysis gives it a training question at move 28 for white?


Here is the game below.

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Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

MY DRESS CODE INITIATIVE

After reading the dress code rules for females I have decided to implement my own set of "Dress code rules." From now on I will only play against opponents who exhibit good taste, dress sense and who are wearing the following designer labels.


Only the following designer labels are acceptable.
Schott; For a wide variety of quality clothing.
Gate One; Another wide variety.
Alpha Industries; Bit expensive but anyone who wins any prize money should be able to afford something from here. 


Daniel Hechter; Suits and other quality clothing.
Feraud; Suits and other quality clothing.
Hugo Boss; Same as above.


Ben Sherman; Wide variety of stuff.
Calvin Klein; Wide variety of stuff.


Footwear and sportswear.
Brogue; World class shoes.
New Balance; The only acceptable runining, cross training, fashion shoe.
Umbro; The only acceptable sports wear. They supply Rangers and Linfield. Rangers gear is being sold very cheaply at the minute! lol lol

Please pay a vist to TK MAX before you play me! lol lol lol lol 


Matthew 11:8
But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings' houses.

LOL

"Don't you think that dress-code for women should protect men chess players who can be distracted by too open clothes?"



Dress code rules can be found here. I don`t think you will be allowed to wear Rangers or Celtic tops !! lol lol lol

Ecclesiastes 12:12

And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

FURTHER VIDEO CLIPS FROM WEEKEND TOURNAMENT

Here is a video clip of the final first round games

MICHAEL WATERS WINS WILLIAMSON SHIELD

Hilarious picture from the Ballynafeigh site!

Full reports of the week end tournament can be read at N I Chess.

Another report can be found at the Ballynafeigh site.  I have further video clips of the third round which I hope to upload later tonight or tomorrow.


Quite a few of Michael`s games can be found on the very large database which comes with ChessKing!




Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

WILLIAMSON SHIELD FIRST ROUND

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

ANDREW MARTIN PRESENTS A FEMALE INNOVATION

Andrew Martin presents an interesting video on the Petroff defence.

Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

WEEK END CHESS TOURNAMENT

The Williamson Shield tournament takes place this week end at the Civil Service social club.
Saturday 3 rounds
Sunday 3 rounds.


The details can be found on the UCU website.

Williamson Shield 2012

The centenary edition of the Williamson Shield will be held at the Maynard Sinclair Pavilion over the weekend of 3rd-4th March 2012.

When	Mar 03, 2012 09:30 AM to  Mar 04, 2012 09:00 PM
Where	Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont
Contact Name	John Cairns
Contact Phone	07528 335698
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The Williamson Shield was first awarded in 1912, the year of the Titanic's doomed maiden voyage.

The centenary edition of this ever popular chess tournament will be held over the weekend of 3rd-4th March at the Maynard Sinclair Pavilion in the grounds of the Civil Service Club, Stormont.

Format: 6 rounds. 3 rounds per day, commencing at 10am, 2pm and 6pm. Lunch break 1-2pm. Evening break 5-6pm.

Time controls: 90 mins per player per game. Allegro finish.

Entry fee: £12 (or £10 if entry received by Thursday 1st March). FREE to titled players (GM, IM, FM) all players under the age of 18, and any players new to Ulster Chess events.

Prize Fund: Guaranteed £250 minimum including grading prizes.

All welcome. We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate 100 years of the Williamson Shield.

Further publicity can be found here and here.


Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

LAST NIGHT`S GAME

Here is last night`s game against David. I could not record all the moves as I was in my last five minutes. 

Just last week I  had been looking at Sam Collins DVD  "An e4 Repitoire for White." Particularly the section on the Italian game. 


That is why I played this line.

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Ecclesiastes 12:12
And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.