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Leek Chess Congress
A Stars Barred Congress with a difference,
for players graded under 210 This guide is simply intended to give you an idea of what to expect if you are interested in taking part the Leek chess Congress.
More details can be found on entry forms, or from Robert Milner (contact details in the right hand column).
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Where is it held?
Leek, Staffordshire.
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 Timetable
| Friday |
Round 1 |
7.00 - 11.00 pm |
| Saturday |
Round 2 |
10.00 am - 2.00 pm |
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Round 3 |
2.45 - 6.45 pm |
| Sunday |
Round 4 |
10.00 am - 2.00 pm |
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Round 5 |
2.45 - 6.45 pm |
Players can request a half point bye in any round except round 5.
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 Rate of play
Each player has 120 minutes to complete all their moves in each game.
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How is its organised?
All entrants are listed in descending grading order and then placed into grading sections, with up to 36 players in each section.
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Prizes.
1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes,
plus a slow starter prize.
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Team Competition
For the 2009 Leek Congress there is a team competition, for teams of four who are bona-fide members of a club, with the best three to count.
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 Refreshments.
A selection of drinks and light refreshments, available during playing hours.
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Entry forms |
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The 2009 Leek Congress was held on the weekend of:
11th to 13th September 2009.
At:
Westwood College
(formerly High School),
Leek,
Staffordshire,
ST13 8NP
If you have any questions about the Leek Congress, or you think you might be interested in taking part, please contact
Robert Milner
Tel: 01782 550112
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