Behind the Walls Prison Chess Tournament

The London Correctional chess program is back up and running! Residents are eager to test their skills and earn an official rating.  

In their world, this means a lot, come and help make a difference in these men’s lives!  Must be age 18 or older.

Format: 4 rounds G/30 d/5.  Pairing system at TD’s discretion to maximize inmate games vs outside opponents.  Sets provided, please bring clocks.

Schedule: Check in at main entrance promptly at 9am, photo id required.  Leave approximately 4pm. 

Registration: Submit entry details and required volunteer paperwork available at www.neilley.com/chess ASAP, absolute deadline Sunday 12/1.  Email to Click here to show mail address or fax to 614-418-1776.

Important Notes:

• BYO snacks/food, no vending machines in playing area, microwave and fridge available.
• No smoking.
• What to wear: long pants (no shorts/skirts), shirts/tops with no “controversial” graphics (political, religious, racist, violent, etc.), closed toe shoes with backs (e.g. no crocs, sandals, etc), no bare midriffs.  Suggest not wearing blue (jeans are ok)
• Do NOT bring: cash, paper, score books/sheets, magazines, etc.; sets, cell phones, smart watches or other electronics (except clocks); medical devices allowed with advance notice to organizer.
• DO bring clocks
• Questions/more info, contact Grant Neilley, Click here to show mail address or 614-314-1102.