US Chess

The 16th World Champion GM Magnus Carlsen begins his fourth title defense on Friday, Nov 26 against challenger GM Ian Nepomniachtchi in Dubai, UAE.

The underdog UTD squad came up big with a feisty group of IMs, who also helped grab the team bronze in the Collegiate Rapid Championship.

Players and parents who are interested in the 2021 National K-12 Grade Championships will want to attend one of our virtual Town Hall meetings to… Read More »

US Chess announces the solicitation of bids for hosting the 2022 National Online Scholastic Quick Chess Championships. This new event was… Read More »

The United States Chess Federation is pleased to announce the 2022 All-America Chess Team. Team members will receive team jackets and plaques by mail… Read More »

Note: The new application deadline is November 30 at 5 pm EDT.
US Chess is hiring a ¾ time Governance Coordinator, starting as a job share with the… Read More »

The return to OTB chess has been robust for several months, and the rules suspension originally announced in March 2020 are no longer in effect.