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President's Message |
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By
Andrew Rea, VCF President The Virginia Chess Federation is a collaborative association of players, organizers and volunteers! Filling the shoes of Mike Hoffpauir as the new VCF President will be a tall order—our ship is in very good shape!—but one made easier by having the help of so many good people throughout the state. Our goals remain the same—to promote chess at all levels. We will continue to sponsor our two main tournaments: the Virginia Open and the Virginia “Closed” State Championship. Our Scholastic Championship in March continues to attract of dozens of volunteer assistants. The VCF will remain receptive to new and interesting ideas. Obviously the new VCF Cup Tour has my mark on it, but the reason it has been successful is the support of the players. There will be a new tournament just outside Richmond this December—a bright idea fostered by a suitable tournament site having been found, but its success will depend not on my blessing but whether players decide it is worthy of their support. Please be assured, there is no monopoly on “theoretical novelties”, ie bright ideas for the promotion of chess in Virginia. I have been around the block some, playing chess since 1968, and you can be sure I will be glad to listen to your suggestions! Always feel free to contact me with your questions, concerns, and bright ideas. I can be reached at andrerea2@yahoo.com Virginia is large, and clearly the greatest amount of activity has been in Northern Virginia. However, my attention, as well as that of my fellow VCF officers, will encompass the entire commonwealth! We need your help to support local chess clubs, to scholastic chess, and regular tournaments. Thanks to all for your support of Virginia chess! Sincerely, Andrew Rea |