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Informant - January 2019
January 9, 2019 16:18 MST
Special Board Meeting Notes: Dec 17th, 2018
The CSCA Board had a special meeting on the evening of Monday, December 17. Present were Richard Buchanan, Kevin McConnell, James LaMorgese, Dean Brown, and Todd Bardwick.
We had a discussion of financial matters and the difficulties of using on-line registrations and accounting for the money. Also there are many players who apparently joined CSCA at the Colorado Open but whose names we do not have. Anyone who thinks this might apply to them should contact James LaMorgese.
The main item for the meeting was a project that Kevin McConnell is working on. In it the Denver Open would also hold a girls scholastic championships tournament, and the top section of the Open would include a number of titled masters. Some of these would receive financial incentives to participate and publicize the tournament among their colleagues. The Board approved looking into the matter further in co-operation with the Denver Chess Club. More on this will be coming out as it develops.
December 31, 2018 16:49 MST
Board Meeting Notes: Nov 25th, 2018
The CSCA Board met at Todd Bardwick's house at 6:00, Nov. 25.
Present: Richard Buchanan, Kevin McConnell, Dean Brown, Akshat Jain, Todd Bardwick
Absent: James LaMorgese, Jeff Cohen
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December 31, 2018 16:48 MST
2019 State Scholastic Championship: February 23 - 24
The 2019 Colorado Scholastic Championship is open for registration. For more information please click below
December 2, 2018 18:20 MST
The 2018 World Chess Championship with commentary by NM Lior Lapid
Colorado Closed State Champion Lior Lapid will be selecting and analyzing the most exciting games from the Carlsen – Caruana match. Analysis and commentary will be geared for players rated under 1600. In addition to providing a move-by-move breakdown of some games, Lior will share interesting facts and stories about Carlsen and Caruana, entertaining chess anecdotes and historical World Championship trivia.
Where: Regal Bakery and Chess Cafe, 1141 Syracuse St, Denver, CO 80220.
When: Three Sunday afternoons from 1:30 – 3:00: November 11, November 18, and December 2.
Cost: $10 per participant for each lecture. Family discounts apply: $15 for two participants, $20 for three. Register online from www.palschess.com/worldchampionship
November 8, 2018 23:18 MST
Lecture: Son of Sorrow: Is the Benoni Sound?
Garry Kasparov seems to think the Benoni (which means "Son of Sorrow" in Hebrew) is not sound and advises young players not to play it.
A serious examination of a tricky opening used by world champions Alekhine, Tal and Fischer in world championship matches.
The lecture will do a deep dive into the Benoni and its offshoot the Benko, exploring history, critical lines and inspirational games.
The "Thanksgiving Lecture" for serious chessplayers, aspiring students, novices and chess enthusiasts.
Where: Denver Chess Club 2400 Ash Street, Denver, CO 80222
When: November 20th, 6 PM to 11 PM
November 6, 2018 18:13 MST
Informant - October 2018
The October edition of the Colorado Informant is up!
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October 7, 2018 22:32 MST
Vote to amendment to the CSCA By-Laws
Dear CSCA Members, An amendment to the CSCA By-Laws was posted on the CSCA website on July 29, 2018.
CSCA Pres. Earle P Wikle, will motion to withdraw proposed By-laws amendment.
Article IX: Amendments
These By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the members voting at any meeting of the membership, provided that advanced notice of at least 15 days, including the exact wording of the amendment, has been sent to each member or posted on the CSCA Website.
Below is the proposed amendment to be voted on at the CSCA Membership meeting.
Article III: Membership
Current 4. Code of Conduct - Given the educational purpose of the Association, it is essential that a civil and sportsmanlike atmosphere exist at all events. Chess players and observers will treat each other, tournament directors, and event organizers with the utmost respect and will not engage in any form of un-sportsmanlike or uncivil conduct to include any form of behavior disruptive to the chess playing environment. Violation of this code is good cause for suspension or expulsion.
Proposed Change 4. Code of Conduct - Given the educational purpose of the Association, it is essential that a civil and sportsmanlike atmosphere exist at all events, and on any social media for the CSCA. Chess players and observers will treat each other, tournament directors, and event organizers with the utmost respect and will not engage in any form of un-sportsmanlike or uncivil conduct to include any form of behavior disruptive to the chess playing environment. Violation of this code is good cause for suspension or expulsion.
Thank you,
CSCA Board
August 27, 2018 22:41 MST
