Chess A2Z May Webinar with NM Austin Liu "Attacking Principles: Building Powerful Attacks and Finding Checkmate"
May
23

Chess A2Z May Webinar with NM Austin Liu "Attacking Principles: Building Powerful Attacks and Finding Checkmate"

In chess, strong attacks don’t happen by luck. They come from coordinating your pieces, creating threats with tempo, and knowing when to strike. In this webinar, learn how to turn attacking chances into real checkmating attacks.  

We’ll cover important attacking ideas including:     
1. Piece coordination and bringing all your pieces into the attack     
2. Playing with initiative and keeping the pressure on     
3. Common attacking patterns and checkmating ideas     
4. Knowing when to sacrifice and when to stay patient   

Using exciting examples from real games, you’ll see how strong players build dangerous attacks step by step — and how to apply the same ideas in your own games.

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2026 Coed State Team Championship
May
30

2026 Coed State Team Championship

The K-12 Coed State Team Championship is back! Schools can sign up as many 5-person teams as they can. Each team has a maximum of 3 boys.

Students from different schools may compete in a Mixed-team division.

Registration opens April 27. $30 per player. Team scholarships for Title 1 and other low-income schools available!

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Chess A2Z June Open 2026
Jun
6

Chess A2Z June Open 2026

Join players of all ages and skill levels for Chess A2Z’s June Open, a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play, learning, and community connection. With balanced sections and a supportive environment, it’s a great opportunity to challenge yourself, gain experience, and track your progress. Whether you’re chasing a trophy or simply looking to improve, all players are welcome. Free entry for girls and low-income families.

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Eugene’s Bethel Quads
Jun
14

Eugene’s Bethel Quads

The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Jun
20

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Chess A2Z June Webinar with National Master Austin Tang "Practical Prophylaxis II: anticipation (not prevention) is the key"
Jun
20

Chess A2Z June Webinar with National Master Austin Tang "Practical Prophylaxis II: anticipation (not prevention) is the key"

In this follow-up webinar, Austin will use a completely new set of practical examples to explore how prophylactic thinking helps players stay one step ahead of their opponents. Topics include: 
1). Identifying your opponent’s real plan 
2). Continuing your own plan 
3). Defensive techniques 
4). Turning small preventive ideas into long-term advantages  

The webinar will focus on practical decision-making and how to naturally apply prophylactic thinking in tournament games.

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Checkmate Hunters: Chess Summer Camp
Jun
29
to Jul 3

Checkmate Hunters: Chess Summer Camp

6/29-7/03 at St. Lukes: Checkmate Hunters Camp

Rose City Chess will be offering amazing chess camp opportunities through out the summer! This week, our campers will be hunting checkmates. Experienced players will show our campers how to find the best move!

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Opening Explorer: Beaverton Chess Camp
Jul
6
to Jul 10

Opening Explorer: Beaverton Chess Camp

July 6th - July 10th: Opening Explorer Camp

Learn how to play the beginning of your chess game flawlessly! Stop pushing your pawns randomly and learn to take control of the opening phase at this camp.

The perfect chess camp for our Beaverton Chess Players! Join us this summer.

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Queen's Camp: Beaverton Chess Summer Camp
Jul
13
to Jul 17

Queen's Camp: Beaverton Chess Summer Camp

July 13th - July 17th: Queens Camp

Learn from Rose City Chess female coaches how to best play with the Queen! Queen sacrifices, traps, and the Queen’s Gambit will all be covered in this camp. Girls who attend receive a special prize!

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Jul
18

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Dodgy Defenders: Chess Summer Camp
Jul
20
to Jul 24

Dodgy Defenders: Chess Summer Camp

This summer, Rose City Chess will be hosting an amazing summer camp for chess players of all skill levels! Join us for week 5: Dodge Defenders. The best offense is no match for the dodgy defenders!

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Blunder Buster: Beaverton Summer Chess Camp
Jul
20
to Jul 24

Blunder Buster: Beaverton Summer Chess Camp

July 20th - July 24th: Blunder Buster Camp

Blundering in your games? This camp will focus on techniques to avoid making those crucial errors that lead to losses. Learn how to avoid hanging pieces, missing checkmate for your opponent, and regretting your last move!

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Aug
8

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Queens Camp: Chess Summer Camp
Aug
10
to Aug 14

Queens Camp: Chess Summer Camp

8/10-8/14 at St. Lukes: Queens Camp

Join us this summer for a special camp all about one of the most powerful pieces on the board: The Queen!

5-day chess summer camp for players of all skill levels.

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Sep
12

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Oct
3

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Nov
21

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
Dec
26

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Eugene’s Bethel Quads
May
17

Eugene’s Bethel Quads

The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.

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Chess A2Z May Open 2026
May
16

Chess A2Z May Open 2026

Join players of all ages for another exciting day of over-the-board competition, strategic battles, and community connection. Whether you're competing for a trophy or pushing yourself to improve, this tournament is your chance to test your skills and be part of the growing Chess A2Z community.

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Bend Chess Tournament
May
16

Bend Chess Tournament

Early Registration is available only until April 16th! Sign up now to join us in Bend for an exciting chess tournament with a special guest appearance from GM and Former Mexican Champion, Manuel Leon Hoyos!

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Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament
May
9

Roshen’s Chess Academy Scholastic K-12 Chess Tournament

2027 OSCF State Championship Qualifier

Roshen’s Chess Academy invites you to a tournament that benefits the Portland Chess Club (PCC), HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and the local businesses at Lloyd Center. 100% of all proceeds (minus operating expenses) go to Portland Chess Club, HECSA, Oregon Scholastic Chess Federation and few other non-profits.

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Chess A2Z April Webinar with WGM Zoey Tang "Think in Pawn Structures: The Key Positional Ideas You Must Know"
Apr
26

Chess A2Z April Webinar with WGM Zoey Tang "Think in Pawn Structures: The Key Positional Ideas You Must Know"

Strong chess players don’t rely on memorization; they recognize patterns. In this webinar, we’ll introduce key positional ideas drawn from common pawn structures and real games of top players. You’ll learn how to find plans, improve your pieces, and understand what the position is asking for, without heavy calculation. Designed for players rated 800–1800, this session focuses on practical ideas you can immediately apply in your games.

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The Lacamas Gambit Classic Spring 2026
Apr
19

The Lacamas Gambit Classic Spring 2026

(Note: this is not an OSCF State Championship Qualifier.)

Format: Open to K12 players, with USCF and unrated Sections.
USCF: 4-rounds, 1 hour/round.
Unrated: 5-rounds, 45 mins/round.

Registration Cutoff: 10:00 PM on Friday, April 17, 2026. No walk-ins.

Registration Fee: $26.00 by April 5, $30 by April 17.

Register at: https://chessreg.com/lacamas

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OSCF State Championships
Apr
17
to Apr 18

OSCF State Championships

19th Annual OSCF State Championship
April 17-18, 2026, Seaside, Oregon

Age and Rating-Based Sections and Championship Titles!
Sections defined by age and strength — a chance to shine no matter what your rating is!

Bragging Rights as an Oregon State Championship Finalist!
Abundant awards, keepsake gifts for every player, plus other souvenirs!

Pre-Event Blitz, Bughouse, and Crazy Hat Contest! 
Shake off those jitters with some blitz and bughouse fun on Friday!

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Eugene’s Bethel Quads
Apr
12

Eugene’s Bethel Quads

The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.

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Chess A2Z April Open 2026
Apr
4

Chess A2Z April Open 2026

Following the success of our inaugural event, we’re excited to bring our community together again for another day of high-quality over-the-board competition. Players of all ages are invited to compete, improve, and connect — whether you're chasing a trophy or pushing your game to the next level. Be part of the momentum as Chess A2Z continues to grow.

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Chess A2Z March Webinar with NM Austin Tang "Practical Prophylaxis: Anticipating Your Opponent’s Ideas"
Mar
29

Chess A2Z March Webinar with NM Austin Tang "Practical Prophylaxis: Anticipating Your Opponent’s Ideas"

Prophylaxis is not about defense. Strong chess players don’t just react to threats; they anticipate their opponent’s ideas before they happen. In this webinar, learn how to recognize your opponent’s plans and improve your own position at the same time.

Topics include:  1) How to identify your opponent’s real idea; 2) Stopping threats, if necessary, while developing your pieces; 3) Passive defense vs active defense — when to defend and when to counterattack. Austin will use practical examples to help apply prophylactic thinking in your own games.

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The 2026 Chess A2Z Inaugural Open
Mar
21

The 2026 Chess A2Z Inaugural Open

Welcome to the 2026 Chess A2Z Inaugural Open! Join players of all ages for an exciting day of over-the-board competition, strategic battles, and community connection. Whether you’re aiming for a trophy or gaining valuable tournament experience, we invite you to challenge yourself and be part of the beginning of something special.

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Spring Classic 2026
Mar
21

Spring Classic 2026

The Rose City Chess Spring Classic Tournament is a beginner-friendly chess tournament for players of all ages, with special emphasis on making sure scholastic players have fun. Players are divided into sections based on strength. Each person plays four rounds, regardless of whether they win, lose, or draw their games.

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Spring Showdown: OLC Kids Chess Tournament
Mar
21

Spring Showdown: OLC Kids Chess Tournament

Eligibility: Open to ages 6 to 13 years old with active USCF membership.

Entry Fee: $30 for Orenco Learning Club members / $35 for non-members

Format: Quad format / Round-Robin. 25-min with 10-sec. increments per round.

Register here -> https://www.orencolearningclub.com/olc-kids-chess-tournament-2026

Advanced online registration is required. No on-site registration.

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Challenge the Masters: Simul with WGM Zoey Tang & NM Austin Tang
Mar
15

Challenge the Masters: Simul with WGM Zoey Tang & NM Austin Tang

Chess A2Z invites the community to a special simultaneous exhibition with Oregon’s strongest chess siblings.

Zoey Tang is Oregon’s first and only Woman Grandmaster and the youngest player to win the Oregon Closed State Championship. She is currently ranked No. 1 in the world among girls in her age group and has won many national and international tournaments.

Austin Tang is a National Master and among the top junior players in Oregon. He is an experienced coach known for his dynamic attacking style and deep positional understanding.

Players of all levels are welcome to challenge the masters in this exciting simul event.

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Eugene’s Bethel Quads
Mar
15

Eugene’s Bethel Quads

The Bethel Sunday Chess Quads are a community chess event that has been going on for over 10 years in Eugene! The Quads are USCF rated and only $10 to enter. Come join us for the next one.

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Sunday Coquille Quads
Mar
8

Sunday Coquille Quads

USCF-rated chess quads. 3 games against people of similar skill.

Coquille High School Library. 

For all ages scholastic and adult, all levels of playing skills

PREREGISTER with drnancykeller@yahoo.com

Registration: $5.00

Check in by 12:30 p.m.

Qualifier for the Seaside OSCF State Championships

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Southside Chess - 2026 Spring Fling
Mar
7

Southside Chess - 2026 Spring Fling

TO REGISTER:
On-line at http://www.southsidechess.com/tournaments.html.

FREE USCF MEMBERSHIP!!! (For new members and annual renewals, a $20 value).

Trouble with the registration? Simply e-mail name, school, grade, phone, birthdate, zip code and indicate section. ALL GAMES USCF RATED! jerry.ramey@outlook.com OR, text Jerry Ramey at 541-232-0328.

LOTS OF AWARDS AND GIFTS!! All players receive a Spring gift bag! Also, Over 40 Trophies Plus $Money$ prize$. 

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Valentines Tournament 2026
Feb
21

Valentines Tournament 2026

The Rose City Chess Valentine’s Tournament is a beginner-friendly chess tournament for players of all ages, with special emphasis on making sure scholastic players have fun. Players are divided into sections based on strength. Each person plays four rounds, regardless of whether they win, lose, or draw their games.

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