Strathclyde University Chess Club

23/09/2024

Hi all,
Our meetup this year will be at Bar Home every monday from 5-7pm,
Hope to see you there.

11/01/2024

Hi everyone,
We are running a CS rated rapid tourney just like last year,
Sign up here
https://forms.gle/3Dx69bCYc2qDR8sx5

14/11/2023

Glasgow Uni Chess is running a tournament this coming Thursday,
sign up now here https://forms.gle/TUFHzFMU2Aw5CYPu9

12/10/2023

Interested in representing the University in the Glasgow Chess League? Then be sure to check this out!

Date: Monday 16th October
Location: GH552
Time control: 15+5
Time: 5pm - 10pm

The top 8 finishers will qualify for the team and represent the university in the Glasgow Chess League for the 2023-24 season. All games will be graded on the Chess Scotland Allegro List.

The tournament will consist of 7 rounds of 15+5. Rounds are continuous, though we will take an hour break after Round 4.

Only membership holders are eligible to play in this tournament. If you haven't purchased a membership yet, it is only £5 and can be purchased through the society's webpage on the union. The tournament is only open to Strathclyde Students/Staff/Alumni

Sign up link here :
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6UkRwWjpH212s2X8DV3-uHKhlqPmSVzsdByXSphfscdjq_Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Good luck to all participants!

10/10/2023

Qualifying tournament if you want to play on the league team for us,
Monday 16th October
GH552
15+5
5pm - 10pm
The top 8 finishers will qualify for the team
Leave any questions in the comments or DM us, sing up below,

Date: Monday 16th October Location: GH552 Time control: 15+5 Time: 5pm - 10pm The top 8 finishers will qualify for the team and represent the university in the Glasgow Chess League for the 2023-24 season. All games will be graded on the Chess Scotland Allegro List. The tournament will consist of 7 r...

01/10/2023

Hi all,
Our weekly meeting will take place at GH552 from 5pm to 7pm

24/09/2023

Join us at Glasgow Blackfriars this Monday, the 25th of September at 7pm for our chess night social with Glasgow Uni. Feel free to bring your friends and enjoy a fun evening of chess!
Hope to see everyone there!

17/09/2023

*Social*
Hi everyone,
We will NOT meet at uni tmrw, we'll have our first social at Bar Home from 7pm, Bring your own board if you can!
everyone welcome!

14/09/2023

Freshers' Tournament Update :

You can now sign up for the freshers tournament online using the link below.
Don't let this opportunity slip by!

(Pay on the day) Beginners Blitz Tournament (Under 1000 chesscom Under 1200 Lichess Rating) 7Rounds From 1PM-4PM ⏱️ Time control: 5+3 7Rounds Open Blitz Tournament (For All) From 4PM-6PM ⏱️ Time control: 3+2 💰 Entry fee: £2 Join us on September 15th for a chance to win cash prizes of £2...

02/09/2023

"Freshers week Chess Tournament" 📢

Beginners Blitz Tournament (Under 1000 Rating)
From 1PM-4PM
⏱️ Time control: 5+3

Open Blitz Tournament (For All)
From 4PM-6PM
⏱️ Time control: 3+2

💰 Entry fee: £2

Join us on September 15th for a chance to win cash prizes of £25, £20, £15, £10, and £5 for the top 5 winners and other non-cash prizes!

To participate, simply sign up at our Freshers stall. This is your opportunity to kickstart your chess journey and meet fellow enthusiasts. See you on the board! ♟️🎓

Any questions? Drop a wee message on our Instagram or Facebook! 😊

13/05/2023

Congrats to our team winning the Rosebowl 4.5-0.5,
Going for the Spens next year!😎