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Checkmate Seals a Draw for Derby D
Derby D shared the points with Rolls Royce E in a tightly contested Division 3 match, the result hinging on a tense final game that Garry Sands won to secure a 2–2 draw.
Honours Even as C Team Draw
The C Team gain their first point of the season with a well fought draw against Burton & Lichfield C.
Learning on the Road: Derby E Team Battle Hard in Belper
A completely new line-up travelled to Belper for the E team’s second Derbyshire League match, continuing the club’s aim of giving as many players as possible a taste of over-the-board chess. Despite a 3½–½ loss, the evening was full of learning, camaraderie, and the true spirit of the Chess Forge.
A Tough Evening for the B Team
A tough 4–0 loss for the B Team against a powerful Lichfield/Burton side, but plenty of determination was shown throughout. The team remain positive and ready to bounce back.
Derby C in Close Battle with Clay Cross A
Newly promoted Derby C played their opening match against one of the toughest opponents in the division. Despite a spirited fight they narrowly lost to Clay Cross A.
A Strong Start: Derby E Team Makes League Debut with a Draw
In their very first match the new E team exceeded expectations by achieving a draw against Wirksworth Feathers.
Traffic Fails to Prevent D Team Victory
The D team open their season with a win against Clay Cross B, despite some horrendous traffic north of Derby!
Derby Teams Clash in Season Opener
Both our top two teams both are in the 1st Division this season. They started their 2025/26 campaigns with a clash against each other. In a hard fought match the A team took the win.
Developing your Chess with Derby Chess Club
An overview of the opportunities for improving your chess at Derby CC. The new chess season starts on Tuesday 2nd September.
Promoted B-Team Suffer (again!) Against Champions
The B team lose ½ - 3½ to Burton & Lichfield A away, following the 0 - 4 defeat at home earlier in the season.
New “E” Team in the Making
A trial match was held for prospective members of a new E team next season.
Derby D Leap up Table in their Final Match
The D team finish their season with a 3-1 victory at Clay Cross.
Derby B Keeps Championship Hopes Alive - Just!
The B Team beat Belper C, setting up a final match against the league leaders to settle the championship!
C Team Finish Season taking 2nd Place (but beating the Champions!)
In the season finale, the C Team defeat Burton & Lichfield C (the champions) to confirm their second place and promotion.
Derby B Win as Rolls Royce C Default Match
A win by default opens up the route for Derby B to win the 2nd Division championship.
Promoted C-Team Enjoy Themselves!
The C-team celebrate their promotion with a clean sweep of Rolls Royce E
Spondon Gain Revenge Against D-Team
Spondon inflict a 3-1 defeat on the D-team, reversing the result from earlier in the season.
B-Team Ensure Promotion with Victory at Belper C
The B team gain promotion to the 1st Divison after victory against Belper C.
Derby A Finish Season with a Loss
The A team finish mid-table after their last match ends in a 1-3 defeat to Belper A.
Hard Battling Keeps C-Team on Promotion Track
The C team pull back their latest match, against Amber Valley, from the brink of defeat to keep their promotion hopes very much alive.