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British Chess Federation

Club of the Year and Small Club of the Year 2003

Kenilworth Chess Club and Stapleford Chess Club

Kenilworth Chess Club was chosen for the Club of the Year award. Although it can trace a history back to pre war the club really started in its current format in 1975. It has grown steadily and now fields five teams in the Leamington and District Chess League. The club is active in many cup and rapidplay competions as well. A Club with a warm atmosphere that encourages Juniors (with sponsorship of some to be Junior Members of BCF) and disabled players (with adequate facilities).

The Small Club of the Year award goes to Stapleford Chess Club. Having 6 teams in the Nottingham League is an excellent achievement for a club that six years ago had only six members. With three teams of Juniors (containing five players from the England junior squad) the club should have a bright future. The mixture of adults and juniors is supported by a Chess coach and the County Schools team manager. The friendly atmosphere at the club attracts new members to the club making them a worthy recipient of the award.

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