August 2009 Open Chess on August 8-9, 2009

The August 2009 Edition of the Open Chess Tournament will be on August 8-9, 2009 at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. This will be played on a Swiss system format, 5 rounds, one hour play to finish. No registration fee is required. This is open to all interested.

Descalzo wins July 2009 Open Chess

Top seeded Miguel Descalzo, of San Jose, asserted himself this time and convincingly won the July 2009 Open Chess Tournament with a score of 4.5 points out of five rounds. Tied for second to third places were John Mark Grasparil and brother Agaton Grasparil. They finished with 4 points apiece. The tournament was held last July 11-12, 2009 at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom Antique. A total of 17 players participated.