Last night at the Media Chess Club, the Scary Swiss Tournament dove into its thrilling third round, and the chess battles were as intense as ever. Andrew Fleming is on a roll, maintaining an undefeated streak and leading the field as we head into the final stage of the tournament. See the full standings below.
In the highlighted match, Sean Pry showcased his advancing skills against Ed Bryan. Ed opted for a solid yet complex setup with the French Defense, while Sean responded with the sharp Paulsen Attack, immediately challenging Ed’s central pawn structure and aiming for control over the d4 and e5 squares.
The game unfolded with a tense equilibrium, as both players navigated through the intricate positions characteristic of the French. Sean’s consistent pressure and Ed’s resilient defense led to an evenly matched battle through the first 30 moves. Sean’s persistence paid off in the endgame, where he was able to convert a slight edge into a victory. For those interested in dissecting the strategic depth of this game, the full analysis is available below.
We’re also excited to welcome Ed Bryan and Paul Klocke to the club! Both are fantastic additions to our growing community of chess enthusiasts, and we can’t wait to see more of their games in the coming weeks.
Don’t forget, the final round of the Scary Swiss is just around the corner, so make sure to join us next Tuesday for more chess action!
Upcoming Events
- Tuesday, October 31st – Fourth and final round of the Scary Swiss
- Late November – Blitz Tournament. We will follow up with additional details in the coming weeks
- Every Thursday – West Chester Chess Club meets at 7pm. If you are looking for more chess in your life, I’d recommend this club in the borough of West Chester. It has been around for 50 years and is a great place to play.
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Scary Swiss Standings
Featured Game
Key moment
Though 30 moves the game was mostly even; however, black has only one move which prevents white from achieving a decisive advantage.
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Thank you to Cedar Creek Catering for providing the venue! Check them out at the Media Farmers Market.