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Last-Minute Reserve, Last-Minute Relief: Oye Helps Derby F Draw with Spondon B
Derby F drew 2–2 with Spondon B on Tuesday (20/10/26), with Oye and Asher winning on boards two and four. Alan and Bill lost on boards one and three, Bill having been one move from checkmate, and there was plenty for the Chess Forge team to learn from.
Last Year’s Debutants Take On This Year’s Intake!
Last year’s “Chess Forge” team, the E team, now let loose on the league, played this year’s edition - the F team. The result was a 3½–½ win for the E team. The E team demonstrated their growth and the F team gained some valuable experience. The match was enjoyed by all that played!
Competitive Chess in 2026/27
Derby Chess Club is planning to run six teams this year offering a range of competitive chess options.