3RD ANNUAL DAVID EVANS JR MEMORIAL Results

A total of 40 players came out this past Saturday to play chess in the memory of Army Private David Evans, Jr. It was once again hosted by NYS Senator Antoine M. Thompson and The Archangel 8 Chess Academy, an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation. This event is in it's third year and has been supported by Senator Thompson each and every year.

The cross-table is at http://main.uschess.org/assets/msa_joomla/XtblMain.php?201004100331

Matt Leahy won the ARMY ONE Scholastic Section with a perfect 5/5. Second went to John Osborn 4/5 whose only loss was to Matt. Four players tied for third-sixth with 3/5.

The Senator Thompson U1500 Section was captured by Joe Covley (1299>>1424) who was a perfect 4/4. Second through Fifth was tied among David Gluchowski (1354), William Rich (1302), Sean Jones (1241), and Steve Baer (1142) who all scored 3/4.

In the Purple Heart Open Section, NM Barry Davis (2065) was first with 3.5/4. Second through Fourth was shared by Eric Grabowski (2109), Harish Srinvasin (1893), and Glenn Westcott (1851) whom all recorded 3/4.

Our next Grand Prix will be Saturday, May 15th. Advance paid entries must be received by wednesday, May 12, 2010.

SAVE THE DATE:The 4th Annual "MAYOR'S CUP" BUFFALO MASTERS AND CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS, SAT & SUN, JUNE 5TH AND JUNE 6TH, BUFFALO STATE COLLEGE, CAMPBELL STUDENT UNION, 1300 ELMWOOD AVENUE, BUFFALO, NY 14222. 6 Rounds, Swiss, Game 120, FIDE Rated. More details as they develop.

If you have any comments or suggestions, please email me at arcangel8chess@yahoo.com.

Submitted by Mc Duffie, USCF Tournament Director, Chess Ambassador