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Betty Zacate (Jan. 13, 1944 – Feb. 3, 2022)
Betty Ellen Burns (78) was born and raised in Rockford, IL. After graduating from Rockford West H.S. (’62), she attended Northern Illinois University on a…
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Guide to a Successful Chess Club
Thanks to the hard work of the US Chess Clubs Committee and Executive Board liaison Ryan Velez, US Chess is pleased to announce the updated Guide…
Youth News
ICA Education Stipend for High School Graduates
In 2020, the Illinois Chess Association started offering an annual education stipend for high school graduates in the amount of $500 as a way to…
Youth News
The 2021-2022 Class of Warren Junior Scholars and Rising Stars
The Illinois Chess Association is proud to announce the 2021-2022 class of Warren Junior Scholars and Rising Stars. The Warren Junior Scholar program was started over…
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RIP Albert Chow (1964 – 2021)
The Chicago chess community mourns the loss of FM Albert Chow, who passed away on October 30, 2021. The visitation will be held on November…
Youth News
Top 100 Female Players in Illinois (Oct. 2021)
With newcomer Amy Zhan (age 8), Illinois is again represented in every age bracket. We also welcome back on these prestigious lists Suhana Sharad (age…
Announcements
ICA Election Cycle Underway for 2021 – Call for Nominations
The ICA is calling for nominations of the five General Members to the Board of Directors. The Constitution of the Illinois Chess Association states: Article V:…
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Chicago Chess
Chicago Chess was founded on Aug 21, 2006 and has continuously grown through the years. As of Oct 1, 2021, the group has over 2600…
Youth News
Top 100 Female Players in Illinois (Sept. 2021)
A big round of applause to the 42 young ladies who represent the state of Illinois on US Chess’ most recent Top 100 Lists for Girls—from…
Youth News
August 2021 US Top 100 Lists for Girls
US Rank Player (US Chess ID) July ’21 Cutoff Age 7 and Under 25 Bothe, Devaanshi…