Tuesday 3 May 2016

2016 WALVIS OPEN CHESS TOURNAMENT

WALVIS OPEN CHESS TOURNAMENT

1.       PLAYING VENUE:
Walvis Bay Multi-Purpose Center,Khomashochland Street, Kuisebmund

2.       EVENT DATE:
7th May 2016

3.      PARTICIPANTS:
This tournament is Open to everyone.

4.      REGISTRATION METHOD:
Simply SMS your name and age to 0814006467
or register at the venue on the tournament date before the start of round 1.

5.      FORMAT, PAIRING SYSTEM, TIE-BREAKS AND RATE OF PLAY:
5.1.The Championship format will be a SWISS System tournament played over 7 (Seven) Rounds. Swiss Manager will be used to do the pairings. The tie-breaks will be applied in the following order:

1.      Direct encounter
2.      Progressive Score
3.      Median Bucholz
4.      Bucholz

 5.2.The rate of play will be 20 minutes per player per match.


6.      REGISTRATION FEES:

Seniors N$40.00

Juniors N$25.00 (under 21)


7.      TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE:

Welcome and Opening – 7th May 2016: 09h30 – NCF Representative
Announcements - Chief Arbiter

Registration from 08h00

Round 1: 10h00 - 10h40

Round 2: 11h00 - 11h40

Round 3: 12h00 - 12h40

Lunch Break: 12h40 - 14h00

Round 4: 14h00 - 14h40

Round 5: 15h00 - 15h40

Round 6: 16h00 - 16h40

Round 7: 17h00 - 17h40
Closing Ceremony and Prize Giving: 18h00.

Vote of thanks: Chief Organiser


8.       PRIZES/AWARDS:

*
TBA * There is no sponsor for this tournament. Cash prizes will be announced at the start of Round 3.


9.       APPEALS COMMITTEE
The Appeals Committee will be announced at the start of Round 1. All complaints against any decision taken by the Chief Arbiter should be lodged with the Appeals Committee. N$ 100 is payable. The complainant shall lose the N$ 100 in the event of the Appeals Committee's decision going against him or her. Complaints should be directed to the individual members of the Appeals Committee. Should a player be unhappy with the initial decision made by such a member, (s)he may appeal. The remaining members would then weigh in and their decision is final.

10.  LOC CONTACT DETAILS:

Chief Organiser Mr FA McLean Handjaba 0814006467

Chief Arbiter Mr Brian Jaftha 0812298082
Assistant Arbiter Ms Jolly Nepando 0818594954

11. GENERAL RULES:
1. Silence at all times.
2. Cellular phones should be switched off or put on “silent” mode if switched on. No talking while playing allowed.
3. No assistance to chess players will be allowed during their games. A player who offers assistance will be expelled from the tournament.
4. If a player touches a piece, (s)he should move that piece, provided a legal move can be made with that piece. (Touch is a move.)
5. Each player must press the clock with the same hand that moves the pieces. However, when castling, capturing or completing a promotion, a player may use both hands.
6. Any player who makes themselves guilty of rude behaviour will be disqualified with immediate effect.
7. The Chief arbiter’s decision will be final unless it is overruled by a decision by the appeals committee. The chief arbiter will have full discretion to in deciding which appropriate penalty to impose on an offending player.

The rapid rules of FIDE will apply during this event.


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Tournament Director



Disclaimer: The Namibia Chess Federation does not accept any responsibility for injuries to any party, participant or spectator during the above mentioned chess event. We, however, will endeavour to have a conducive and competitive environment for all stakeholders as we strive to promote sports of the mind in Namibia under the best possible conditions which our finances and resources may allow.

Sunday 1 May 2016

2016 National Rapid Chess Closed Championship

Final ranking
Rank SNo.   Name Rtg FED Pts BH.
1 2 CM Eichab Charles 2000 MOZ 20
2 4 CM Nakapunda Otto 2000 MOZ 6 20
3 5   Khoa Goodwill 2000 MOZ 5 19½
4 9   Nauseb Alfred 1900 MOZ 4 20
5 3 CM Handjaba Mclean 2000 MOZ 4 19½
6 1 CM Beukes  Dante 2000 MOZ 22
7 14   Jaftha Brian 1800 MOZ 20
8 10   Schwarz Bernard 1900 MOZ 18½
9 7   Kajovi Matjiua 1900 MOZ 16
10 8   Khoa Lubinda 1900 MOZ 14
11 12   Gurirab Kevin 1800 MOZ 3 20
12 15   Ndungula Borro 1800 MOZ 3 13
13 16   Kozonguizi Rinunisa 1800 MOZ 3 13
14 6 WCM Nepando Jolly-Joice 1900 MOZ 2 15
15 11   Gaoseb Manfredo 1800 MOZ ½ 16
  13   Tjirare Gatsen 1800 MOZ ½ 16

Friday 29 April 2016

2016 National Rapid and Blitz Championship


2016 NATIONAL RAPID CHAMPIONSHIP REGULATION



1.    VENUE: PROTEA HOTEL THURINGERHOF, INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, WINDHOEK
2.    EVENT DATE: 1 MAY 2016

3.    REGISTRATION
3.1 REGISTRATION PERIOD: 29 APRIL -1 MAY 2016 (08H00)
3.2 REGISTRATION METHODS: sms your name and age to 081-4006467
3.3 REGISTRATION FEES: Scholars - N$ 20, Adults - N$ 40

4. WHO MAY PARTICIPATE: This is a Closed Tournament, only Namibian nationals may take part.

5. EVENT SCHEDULE:

Set-up starts: 07h30

Welcome and Opening - 08h45

Announcements: Tournament Director

Round 1 :  08h00-08h40
Round 2 :  09h00-09h40
Round 3 :  10h00-10h40
Round 4 :  11h00-11h40

Break:            12h00-13h40

Round 5 :  12h00-12h40
Round 6 :  14h00-14h40
Round 7 :  15h00-15h40
Round 8 :  16h00-16h40
Round 9 :  17h00-17h40

Prize Giving: 18h30

Vote of Thanks/Closing Remarks


5. FORMAT & RATE OF PLAY:
The tournament will be played over 9 (NINE) Swiss-paired rounds. Rate of play will be 20 minutes per player per game with no increment.

6. PAIRING AND TIE BREAK SYSTEM:
Swiss Manager will be used for the pairings. Please note that the breaks between rounds will be used to do the pairings according to the SWISS SYSTEM.
TIE-BREAK: Direct encounter, Progressive Score, Most Wins, Median-Bucholz

7. PRIZES:
TBA

PS: Cash prizes, to be shared by players with equal points, will be announced at the start of Round 2. Tie-breaks will be used to determine final standings.

General Rules:
1. Silence at all times.
2. Cellular phones should be switched off or put on “silent” mode if switched on. No talking while playing allowed.
3. No assistance to chess players will be allowed during their games. A player who offers assistance will be expelled from the tournament.
4. If a player touches a piece, (s)he should move that piece, provided a legal move can be made with that piece. (Touch is a move.)
5. Each player must press the clock with the same hand that moves the pieces. However, when castling, capturing or completing a promotion, a player may use both hands.
6. Any player who makes themselves guilty of rude behaviour will be disqualified with immediate effect.

The rapid rules of FIDE will apply during this event.

The Appeals Committee to be announced at the start of the tournament.

Complaints should be directed to the individual members of the Appeals Committee. Should a player be unhappy with the initial decision made by such a member, (s)he may appeal. The remaining members would then weigh in and their decision is final.


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Tournament Director
McLean Handjaba
 081-400 6467
secretary@namibiachessfederation.com/






2016 NATIONAL BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP REGULATION



1.    VENUE: PROTEA HOTEL THURINGERHOF, INDEPENDENCE AVENUE, WINDHOEK
2.    EVENT DATE: 2 MAY 2016

3.    REGISTRATION
3.1 REGISTRATION PERIOD: 29 APRIL -2 MAY 2016 (09H00)
3.2 REGISTRATION METHODS: sms your name and age to 081-0813457729
3.3 REGISTRATION FEES: Scholars - N$ 20, Adults - N$ 40

4. WHO MAY PARTICIPATE: This is a Closed Tournament, only Namibian nationals may take part.

5. EVENT SCHEDULE:

Set-up starts: 09h00

Welcome and Opening - 09h30

Announcements: Tournament Director

Round 1 :  10h00-10h10
Round 2 :  10h30-10h40
Round 3 :  11h00-11h10
Round 4 :  11h30-11h40
Round 5 :  12h00-12h10
Round 6 :  12h30-12h40

LUNCH:        13h00-14h00

Round 7 :  14h00-14h10
Round 8 :  14h30-14h40
Round 9 :  15h00-15h10


Prize Giving: 15h40

Vote of Thanks/Closing Remarks


5. FORMAT & RATE OF PLAY:
The tournament will be played over 9 (NINE) Swiss-paired rounds. Rate of play will be 5 minutes per player per game with no increment.

6. PAIRING AND TIE BREAK SYSTEM:
Swiss Manager will be used for the pairings. Please note that the breaks between rounds will be used to do the pairings according to the SWISS SYSTEM.
TIE-BREAK: Direct encounter, Progressive Score, Most Wins, Median-Bucholz

7. PRIZES:
TBA

PS: Cash prizes, to be shared by players with equal points, will be announced at the start of Round 2. Tie-breaks will be used to determine final standings.

General Rules:
1. Silence at all times.
2. Cellular phones should be switched off or put on “silent” mode if switched on. No talking while playing allowed.
3. No assistance to chess players will be allowed during their games. A player who offers assistance will be expelled from the tournament.
4. If a player touches a piece, (s)he should move that piece, provided a legal move can be made with that piece. (Touch is a move.)
5. Each player must press the clock with the same hand that moves the pieces. However, when castling, capturing or completing a promotion, a player may use both hands.
6. Any player who makes themselves guilty of rude behaviour will be disqualified with immediate effect.

The rapid rules of FIDE will apply during this event.

The Appeals Committee to be announced at the start of the tournament.

Complaints should be directed to the individual members of the Appeals Committee. Should a player be unhappy with the initial decision made by such a member, (s)he may appeal. The remaining members would then weigh in and their decision is final.


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Tournament Director
Kerth Ithana
 081-0813457729

Monday 11 April 2016

Omaruru Open Chess Tournament - FINAL STANDINGS

Omaruru Open Chess
Final ranking
Rank SNo.   Name Rtg FED Pts Res.
1 2   Gallert Peter 1950 MOZ 6 0
2 6   Ndoroma Christipher 1900 MOZ 5 0
3 1 CM Handjaba McLean 2000 MOZ 5 0
4 7   Somaeb Erastus 1900 MOZ 5 0
5 9   Goreseb Stanley 1800 MOZ 0
6 3   Boois Ivan 1900 MOZ 4 0
7 5   Jafta Brian 1900 MOZ 4 0
8 11   Gaingob Mario 1600 MOZ 4 0
9 13   Gurirab Mubasen 1600 MOZ 4 0
10 14   Naibab Bonny 1600 MOZ 4 0
11 4   Ehrich Thomas 1900 MOZ 0
12 8   Domingo Zacharias 1800 MOZ 3 0
13 15   Owoseb Alanso 1600 MOZ 3 0
14 19   Mauha Eldon 1600 MOZ 3 0
15 17   Rengi Asson 1500 MOZ 3 0
16 10   Kharuxas Razeth 1650 MOZ 3 0
17 16   Uasaupuani Brandon 1600 MOZ 3 0
18 18   Mukanwa Shaun 1600 MOZ 2 0
19 12   Gurirab  Ellion 1600 MOZ 1 0

Saturday 9 April 2016

Arandis Open 2016 Final standings

Arandis Open 2016
Final ranking
Rank SNo.   Name Rtg FED Pts Res.
1 8   Gallet Peter 1800 MOZ ½
2 1 CM Handjaba McLean 2000 MOZ ½
3 4   Somaeb Erastus 1900 MOZ 5 0
4 14   Nangolo Sakaria 1700 MOZ 5 0
5 11   Maletzky Shaun 1800 MOZ 5 0
6 2   Hanemaaijer Teun 1950 MOZ 4 0
7 3   Nanyala Sylvester 1900 MOZ 4 0
8 6   Boois Ivan 1800 MOZ 4 0
9 10   Kirsten Jost 1800 MOZ 4 0
10 15   Ndafediva Leopard 1700 MOZ 4 0
11 7   Ehrich Thomas 1800 MOZ 4 0
  9   Jaftha Brian 1800 MOZ 4 0
13 24   Johnson Haruna 1500 MOZ 4 0
14 17   Tjipetekera Samuel 1700 MOZ 0
15 12   Goreseb Stanley 1700 MOZ 3 0
16 20   Mootseng Tsholofelo 1600 MOZ 3 0
17 13   Kambindangolo Elton 1700 MOZ 3 0
18 18   Amaambo Truther 1650 MOZ 3 0
19 21   Mueliyanyeka Paulus 1600 MOZ 3 0
20 5   /Goagoseb Hannes 1800 MOZ 0
21 19   Daniel Isai 1600 MOZ 2 0
22 25   Paulus Mathews 1500 MOZ 2 0
23 22   Shipatuleni Thomas 1600 MOZ 2 0
24 16   Nukulu Petrus 1700 MOZ 1 0
25 23   Haoseb Anthony 1500 MOZ 1 0