Southwest Chess Club Action!

I don't know who comes up with the names for my adopted chess club's events, but you sure are creative!  Love the names!

This Thursday - Colored Leaves Rattle-the-Pawns Blitz!

Colored Leaves Rattle-the-Pawns Blitz II: September 16, 2010

Multi-Round (Round-Robin) in One or more Sections

(depending on number of players). Game/5 minutes.

USCF Quick-Rated. EF: $5. TD is Fogec; ATD is Grochowski

One or more sections of Game in 5 minutes chess, a real change of pace. This is a double round robin, one night event with a $5 entry fee. Results will affect only your Quick Rating, not your Regular Rating. Sign up at the club on Thursday night between 6:20 and 6:50. Late arrivals may not be able to participate, given the format and time control of this tournament. If you have any questions, you can email me at tfogec@wi.rr.com or call at 414-405-4207.

Also this Thursday:

Lecture:  "Painful Truths About Chess Improvement"

David Dathe

Lecture starts at 6 pm.

David has conducted numerous lectures at Southwest Chess Club and always does a great job, so do not miss his presentation.

Website.  Check out the blog.  It amazes me how much trash talking goes on between chessplayers, particularly when gearing up for a tournament!