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BULLETIN (08/2009)

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Whats Up Next – Rapids and Reserves, ACT Juniors

Results - U8 and U14 Championships, Blayney Open

Canberra Spring Holiday Chess Events 2009 - Beginner/Rookie Workshop, Intermediate/Advanced Workshop, Canberra Chess Challenge 3, Holiday Chess Camp, Tennis & Chess Camp

ACT Player rating movements

Junior Chess Clubs

Private Coaching

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Whats Up Next

ACT Junior Rapid Play Championship and Rapid Play Reserves - Sunday 20th September - "Rapid" chess is chess played with 15 minutes per player on the clock. The ACT Rapid Championship is open to all junior players born on or after 1 January 1989. The Rapid Reserves is open to unrated (rapid ratings DO NOT count) players born on or after 1 January 1989 although these players may choose to play in the Championship event. Flyer is attached with entries to Mark Kethro at chesstournaments@aapt.net.au or phone 62827628 by Friday 18 September.

2009 ACT Chess Championship – Monday 28th September – Wednesday 30th September is our major junior chess tournament for the year. It is a three-day rated tournament, played with long time controls and players are expected to record moves. A flyer is attached. Please send all entries to Charles Bishop at ceb@o2c.com.au or 0414 485 132 by Saturday 26 September 2009.

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Tournament Results

U8 Championships
The ACT Under 8 Chess Championships were held on the 23rd of August as 26 U8’s competed in one of the biggest events held in this age group in Australia. Eight year old Glen Qi became the first ever U8 to win the title back to back, and he did it with a perfect score of 9/9.

Prizewinners:
1st Place Glen Qi
2nd Place Andy Pinkas
3rd Place Geoffrey Zhu
4th Place Helen Tong
5th Place David Mackey
1st Under 6 Gus Campbell
Encouragement Finn Campbell, Lucy Sugerman, Ben Hobson

U14 Championships
ACT Under 14 Chess Championships were held on Saturday and Sunday 29 and 30 August 2009. Thirty-two U14’s competed in the two day championship tournament. Congratulations to Jake McCook who achieved a perfect score of 7/7.

Prizewinners were:
1st Place Jake McCook
2nd Place Stuart Mason
3rd Place Ethan Derwent
4th Place Willis Lo
5th Place Megan Setiabudi

Blayney Open
The Blayney Open was run last weekend and was a hugely successful tournament with 47 entrants. We had a strong team of ACT Adults and Juniors attend with 9 Juniors making the trip - Emma Guo, Allan Setiabudi, Alana Chibnall, Megan Setiabudi, Joshua Bishop, Matt Bennett, Alison Murray, Michael Kethro, and Jamie-Lee Guo. From all reports it was a very enjoyable weekend with Emma Guo winning outright on 5.5 out of 6. Allen Setiabudi and Mos Ali were equal 2-8 on 4.5 with Matt Bennett and Shaun Press equal 9-12 on 4 points. This is a great tournament and is very enjoyable for all the families and players. Congratulations to Phil Bourke for running another great tournament.

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Canberra Spring Holiday Chess Events 2009

Sydney Academy of Chess Events
Beginner/Rookie Workshop
Where? Civic Library: Civic Square London Circuit, Civic
When? Monday 5th Oct, 2009 –10:00am-1:30pm
What? Learn the basic fundamentals of chess!
How Much? $45 per person per session
(Early Bird Discount $40 if payment received by Friday 2nd Oct, 2009)

Intermediate/Advanced Workshop
Where? Civic Library: Civic Square London Circuit, Civic
When? Monday 5th Oct, 2009 – 2:00pm-5:30pm
What? Learn advanced strategies and tactics!
How Much? $45 per person per session
(Early Bird Discount $40 if payment received by Friday 2nd Oct, 2009)

Canberra Chess Challenge 3
Where? Campbell High School, Treloar Crescent, Campbell
When? Tuesday 6th Oct, 2009 – 8:45am-3:00pm
What? A fun tournament for Canberra juniors
How Much? $20 for a minimum of 7 rounds

Holiday Chess Camp
Where? Civic Library: Civic Square London Circuit, Civic
When? 8th & 9th Oct, 2009 – 10:00am-4:00pm (Thursday) and 11:00am-4.00pm (Friday)
What? Chess lessons each day followed by a small competition.
How Much? $120 per person per camp
(Early Bird Discount $110 if payment received by Friday 2nd Oct, 2009)

To maintain our high standard of coaching, we only accept a maximum of 10 children per workshop as this allows the coach to spend more time with each student. Thus, bookings are essential! To book, call Brett on (02) 9745 1170.

If you are unsure about the level of your children you can visit our website and let them try our on line test! Website: www.sydneyacademyofchess.com.au

Tennis & Chess Camp

Canberra School of Tennis is offering this camp during the spring holiday, Tuesday 6th October – Friday 9th October. The week features a 50/50 time split of chess and tennis, professional coaching in both, many related activities and a mix of social play and low level competition. A flyer is available here.

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ACT Player Rating Movements

New chess ratings were issued by the ACF in September. Congratulations to Glen Qi who made the top of the top improvers list with a rise of 291 to a rating of 780. There were 7 ACT Juniors on the 30 player improving list including Matt Bennett (up 171 to 1344), Ethan Derwent (up 138 to 1409), Gregory Rostov (up 103 to 841), Josh Walker (up 99 to 983), Yijun Zhang (up 95 to 1316), and Stu Mason (up 90 to 1223). Emma Guo and Tamzin Oliver are placed 7th and 18th in the Australian Womens rating list. Ethan Derwent is placed fourth in the Under 10’s, Yi Yuan is placed 2nd in the Under 14’s, Junta Ikeda is first in the Under 18’s and Under 20’s. Congratulation to all the Juniors and it shows ACT Junior chess to be in a strong position. We look forward to the ACT Junior Championships at the end of this month.

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Junior Chess Clubs
+ Advanced Squad (normal rating 900 and over) +
Where: Alfred Deakin High School
When: Wednesdays from 3:30pm until 5:30pm, during school terms
Enquiries: Charles Bishop (ceb@o2c.com.au)

+ Intermediate Squad (normal rating up to 900) +
Where: Campbell High School
When: Monday from 3:30pm until 5:30pm, during school terms
Enquiries: Charles Bishop (ceb@o2c.com.au)

+ Souths Junior Chess Club +
Where: Holy Trinity Primary School, Theodore Street, Curtin
When: Thursdays from 4:00pm until 5:45pm, during school terms
Enquiries: Ella Rosso (rosso@netspeed.com.au)

+ Norths Junior Chess Club +
Where: Hawker Primary School, Erldunda Circuit, Hawker
When: Fridays from 4:00pm until 5:45pm, during school terms
Enquiries: Mirabelle Guo (mirabelle.guo@anu.edu.au)

+ Tuggeranong Junior Chess Club - ACTJCL affiliate +
Where: in the downstairs Sports Bar, Tuggeranong Valley Amateur Rugby Union (Vikings) and Sports Club, Ricardo Street, Wanniassa (opposite Erindale Shops)
When: Saturdays from 10:20am until 12:30pm
Enquiries: Peter Simpson (psimpson@cyberone.com.au) or 6255 4234.

Should you have any queries, or would like more information about joining/having a trial at any of the Clubs, please contact Charles Bishop (ceb@o2c.com.au)

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Private Coaching

Hi, my name is Endre Ambrus.

I have been a professional chess player for more than 10 years (1991 - 2002), mostly playing in European tournaments such as the Romanian Super League. My current rating is 2378, although I have reached 2407 while I was playing in Russia.

I would like to start chess coaching, at the charge for $30 an hour. It would be preferable if there are 2-3 people per coaching session, as this makes more profoundly preparation possible during 2-3 hours for $30 from each person for this time.

Should you be interested, please contact me at endre.ambrus@gmail.com or on 0413 198 044.

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Hi, my name is Andras Toth. I am an International Master from Hungary. I have been working with a number of pupils including a few of the best ACT juniors for more than a year. I am looking to expend my involvement in ACT coaching and have room in my schedule for more private pupils. I am also available for teaching school groups on a term by term basis.

If you are interested, please feel free to contact me.

Email: atothfadd@yahoo.com

Phone: 6254 9137

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Hi, my name is Shaun Press.

While the Gungahlin Junior Chess Club will not be running for the moment, it will be replaced by small group coaching for interested students in the Gungahlin area. There will probably be 1-2 groups consisting of 4-6 students (ages between 8 and 14 years). If you are interested please contact me at Shaun.Press@apex.net.au to discuss suitable times etc.

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Hi Everyone,
My Name is Shervin Rafizadeh,
Once upon a time I was a junior chess player and then I became a junior chess coach! I have a great deal of experience with coaching juniors and have coached many of Canberra’s strongest junior players over the years. My experience is as follows:


Unfortunately over the past twelve months due to time constraints I have been unable to remain actively involved in coaching. However I am very enthusiastic to take on a small group of students again. I am seeking expressions of interest for a coaching group of between 3 – 6 students.

When: Saturday Mornings – [9.30 to 10.45]
Where: Street Chess – Garema Place Civic – Coaching to be held Indoors
If you have any questions or wish to discuss anything please contact me via either of the following -
Email: Shervin.Rafizadeh@acma.gov.au or Shervin.Rafizadeh@actewagl.com.au.
Mobile: 0449753492
Work: (02) 6256 2814

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*Why take on a private coach?* - It’s really no different to your private lessons in music, tennis or ballet. One-on-one is a great way to learn, particularly if you have a good rapport with your teacher and really want to kick your game along. A coach will be able to analyze your games and spot your strengths and weaknesses. You (or your mum and dad) might see your losses as the result of careless play or lack of thought, whereas your coach may spot a gap in your knowledge of an opening line, or a tactical weakness, or inexperience in the endgame which can be easily remedied with some well planned lessons and a little homework practice.

Not everyone needs the "best coach" or the "best player" as their coach - please don't base your choice on rating alone (we have lots of good, older juniors who are very capable coaches for younger players). Make sure you find someone who has a great rapport with your child, prepares a lesson for your child (not just a generic lesson trotted out to all students) and don't be afraid to change coaches if things aren't working out or if your child (and they do!) catches up to their coach!

Note: ACTJCL does not promote or endorse individual coaches. All we do is provide the names of people interested in coaching. We do not provide names unless we know players to have sufficient understanding of the game, but schools & parents are expected to use their own procedures to vet candidates.

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Jenny Pinkas
Bulletin Keeper
ACT Junior Chess League

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