Sunday, March 10, 2024

National Inter School Chess Championship 2024 to be held on 11th and 12th May 2024

The Malaysian Chess Federation has taken the initiative to introduce the first ever National Inter School Chess Championship 2024 to be held on 11th and 12th May 2024. Partnered and hosted by IGB International School (IGBIS) located in Sungai Buloh, the 2 day event will be contested using a standard time control of 30 minutes + 30 seconds over 6 rounds of play.


MCF is honored to have the IGB International School as its newest partner in introducing the first ever event to crown the best Primary and Secondary Chess School in Malaysia. Named the MCF – IGBIS National Inter School Team Chess Championship 2024, the purpose of the event is to crown the best Primary and Secondary School Chess Team in Malaysia, and the option to become the country’s official representative to the 2024 edition of the World School Team Championship. 


The event is limited to 64 primary school teams and 64 secondary school teams with IGB International school itself given a single slot each to participate in the tournament. 


Each state chess association will be given the option to name no more than 2 primary and 2 secondary schools to take part in the event with the balance 33 teams for each the primary and secondary category to be selected from open entries. Teams applying via Open entry will be selected based on the top 33 average rating points of its best 4 players (FIDE Rating or National Rating equivalent), and unrated players will be given a default rating of 1400 as per FIDE current ruling. Additional open slots will be available should the State association decided to nominate lesser slots to represent their state.


MCF Requirements as follows must be fulfilled:

1. For primary schools, all players must be below the age of 12 (Born on or after 1st

January 2012), and for secondary schools, all players must be under the age of 18 (Born on or after 1st January 2006). 


2. Each school is allowed to field at least 4 players (as main players) with no more than 2 reserves. For coed schools – schools that have both boys and girls students, at least one of the player playing in the main line up must be of the opposite gender, while single gender schools are waived from this requirement.


3. School Eligibility: The tournament is only opened to primary and secondary schools that are registered in Malaysia.


4. Player Eligibility: Each player playing in the tournament must have a valid MCF ID, while FIDE ID is not a requirement.


State Representatives

Each State is allowed to send 2 Official Entries for Primary School Category and 2 Official Entries for Secondary School Category.


The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-

(i) CAS Qualification for Primary School: A minimum average rating of 1450 rating points (FIDE or MCF Rating Apr 2024 release for its best 4 players) {Unrated player will be counted as 1400 rating points  as per FIDE current ruling};


(ii) CAS Qualification for Secondary School: A minimum average rating of 1500 rating points (FIDE or MCF Rating Apr 2024 release for its best 4 players) {Unrated player will be counted as 1400 rating points  as per FIDE current ruling};

 

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangor Schools who wish to apply for the 2 Primary School slots and 2 Secondary School slots. CAS will award these slots based on the highest average rating applications (based on FIDE Rating April 2024 / MCF Rating April 2024 release) plus current school achievements at MSSD level. Please email the registration form that can be obtained from  (https://malaysiachess.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IGBIS-Inter-School-2024-Registration-Form.pdf) and List down school current achievements at MSSD level to selangorchess@gmail.com and tsepin@gmail.com with the email title (School Name and CATEGORY TYPE) by 12th April 2024 (Friday) for selection purposes.


All players from the school must have MCF ID before submission to CAS. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: School with players WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]


ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS

School nominated by State Association is 

RM 250 per school team.


The selected schools will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected school will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 19th April 2024 (Friday) “CAS requirement".


All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725



For more details, please refer to

https://malaysiachess.org/announcement/mcf-igb-is-national-inter-school-team-chess-championship-2024/





Saturday, February 17, 2024

Malaysian Chess Championship 2024 – 21st to 25th April 2024 – Pontian, Johor

The Malaysian Chess Federation will be organizing the 2024 edition of the Malaysian Chess Championship from 21st to 25th April 2024 at Dewan Jubli Intan Pontian, Pontian, Johor.


State Representatives

The Malaysian Chess Federation will only accept entries submitted using the State Official Entry Forms that needs to be approved, endorsed, and signed by the President and/or the Secretary of the respective State Affiliate.


Each State is allowed to send 2 Official Entries for Open and 2 Official Entries for Women Category (fulfilling minimum rating level).


The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-

(i) CAS Qualification for OPEN CATEGORY: A minimum rating level of FIDE STANDARD 1600

(ii) CAS Qualification FOR WOMEN CATEGORY : A minimum rating level of FIDE STANDARD 1400


CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 2 Open and 2 Women slots. CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard April 2024 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com and tsepin@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, FIDE ID, FIDE RTG, MCF ID and CATEGORY TYPE) by 2nd April 2024 (Tuesday) for selection purposes.


Applicant must have MCF ID. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: Applicant WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]


ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS

The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 7th April 2024 (Sunday).


All payment to be credited to the following bank account:


Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725


STATE REPRESENTATIVE

FOR OPEN CATEGORY

(i)  FIDE STANDARD RATING 2000 and ABOVE RM80

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 120

(iii) BETWEEN 1600 and 1800 RM 200


FOR WOMEN CATEGORY

(i)  FIDE STANDARD RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 80

(iii) BETWEEN 1600 and 1800 RM 120

(iv) BELOW 1600 RM200


For more details, please refer to

https://malaysiachess.org/announcement/pontian-johor-is-set-to-host-the-malaysian-chess-championship-2024-21st-25th-april-2024/


Thursday, August 10, 2023

Calling for Players for the Selangor SUKMA 2024 Squad

According to the Malaysia Chess Federation (MCF) website, we are pleased to announce that SUKMA 2024 will be happening on 17-24 August 2024 in Sarawak. Chess Association of Selangor (CAS) has formed a Project Team with FM Lim Zhuo Ren appointed as Manager. Selection Panel has also been formed to select the best chess players to represent Selangor in SUKMA 2024.

We are now selecting players for Selangor Squad Stage 1 for Classical, Rapid and Blitz format.  Players who have been selected are expected to demonstrate full commitment towards preparation of SUKMA 2024. 

Take note of the following:

  • Application is free, however only limited spots are available. 
  • Closing date for application is by 6pm on 18th August 2023. 
  • The selection panel will consider various aspects in the selection exercise and decision of Selection Panel is FINAL.
  • Successful candidates will be notified by CAS Project Team not later than 31st August 2023


Eligibility:

You must be born between 2003 and 2012 and meet any of the following criteria:

  • Your school/college is in Selangor.
  • Residence address is in Selangor.
  •  IC number indicates born in Selangor


Selection Criteria (Minimum Requirement for Application):

  • Male Players: FIDE (ELO Classical) rating or CMP (Basic Standard) above 1800 
  • Female Players: FIDE (ELO Classical) rating above 1300 or CMP (Basic Standard) above 1200

  * To generate CMP (Basic Standard) score, please follow the steps below:

1)     Go to https://mcf-cmp-analysis.netlify.app/

2)     Key in period: Aug 2023

3)     Click 'Add Player', enter your FIDE ID and select 'Search'

4)     When your details are displayed, click 'ADD'

5)     Key in your CMP (Standard) score

 

It will be added advantage if you possess the following:

  • High commitment and a strong desire to learn     
  • Good team spirit

While meeting the selection criteria is essential, it does not guarantee a spot on the team. Players who are not qualified for stage 1 may still try later, as we plan to have stage 2 selection around December 2023/January 2024.

 

Application Process:

Fill in the application form https://forms.gle/sWLHcjooQeaXHpGy8 and submit by 6pm, 18th August 2023.

 

Let's team up and aim for the best for Selangor!

Monday, April 10, 2023

Malaysian Chess Championship 2023: Selangor Representatives

FM Lim Zhuo Ren (elo 2294) will spearhead Selangor Team as he earned a direct entry into the event as past edition Champion. Meanwhile, CAS will extend the Four Official Entries in the OPEN Category to

1. Anderson Ang (elo 2127), 

2. Mohd Saprin Sabri (elo 1996), 

3. Kaushal Khandhar (elo 1936), and 

4. Ismail Ahmad (elo 1876).

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS
The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in the entry fees into MCF bank account by 22nd April 2023 (SATURDAY) and email the slip to mcfsecretariat@malaysiachess.org and selangorchess@gmail.com.


All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia

Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725


STATE REPRESENTATIVE

FOR OPEN CATEGORY

(i) FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C

(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 50




Thursday, March 23, 2023

47th Selangor Open (26/5 - 31/5): Prospectus

CAS will be organizing the Oldest Chess Tournament in the country from 26th May to 31st May. This year we will be celebrating 47th edition of our event that has a very colorful history since its first inception in 1974. This event will be divided into 2 Categories i.e. an Open Section and a Challenger Section.


This 9-round Open Section with the time control 90 minutes plus 30 seconds increment from move 1 that comprises of RM 13,750/= cash prize for the Top 20 winners (Champion RM 4,000), plus another RM 3,000/= cash prize awaiting 15 winners in Special Prizes, and 12 Medals for the Best Schools / IPT in Malaysia. This Open section is open to all.


Free entry shall be given to any WIM/WGM/IM/GM and past Selangor Open Champions who sign-up in the Open section. 


While, the Challenger Section with the same number of rounds and time control with RM 3,900/= cash prize for Top 10 winners, RM 1,000/= cash prize awaiting 9 top winners from FIDE Rating Ceiling categories and 3 best Ladies, and 12 Medals for Best Primary Schools in Malaysia.


This Challenger section is open to participant with FIDE Standard Elo below 1800 rating (May 2023 release) or no FIDE rating.


This event will be held at KL Gateway Mall. Any outstation participants who need accommodation at Cititel Hotel, please liaise with DAT Chess Centre (012-8480980) at special rate (One-night Superior room for 2 pax with breakfast @ RM220 nett). 


CAS has appointed DAT Chess Centre as Event Manager for this event. DAT Chess Centre will be handling the Registration and Payment processes. All payments shall be paid into DAT Chess Centre Maybank account: 5145-9822-0396.

Click here for the Registration Link  

Rebate shall be given to players who register with payment BY 1st May 2023 (Monday) in OPEN section for both Individual and School-going Children (4 and above from the same school), and while  School-going Children (4 and above from the same school) in the CHALLENGER section. Meanwhile,  OKU participants who take part in Challenger Section is entitled to 25% discount if register BY 1st May 2023.


47th Selangor Open Registration Fees Structure:

47th Selangor Open Challenger Registration Fees Structure: 


You may download a copy of the OPEN section and Challenger section prospectus.


Monday, March 20, 2023

Malaysian Chess Championship 2023 – 3rd To 7th May 2023 – Taiping, Perak

The Malaysian Chess Federation will be organizing the 2023 edition of the Malaysian Chess Championship from 3rd to 7th May 2023 at Flemington Hotel, Taiping, Perak.

State Representatives
The Malaysian Chess Federation will only accept entries submitted using the State Official Entry Forms that needs to be approved, endorsed, and signed by the President and/or the Secretary of the respective State Affiliate.

Each State is allowed to send 4 Official Entries for Open and 2 Official Entries for  Women Category (fulfilling minimum rating level).

The criteria for Official State Entries as follows:-
(i) CAS Qualification for OPEN CATEGORY: A minimum rating level of FIDE 1600
(ii) CAS Qualification FOR WOMEN CATEGORY : A minimum rating level of FIDE 1600

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 4 Open and 2 Women slots. CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard April 2023 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number, FIDE ID, FIDE RTG, MCF ID and CATEGORY TYPE) by 9th April (Sunday) for selection purposes.

Applicant must have MCF ID. Please go to https://rating.malaysiachess.my/register.aspx to register for MCF ID. [TAKE NOTE: Applicant WITHOUT MCF ID will be rejected by CAS]

ENTRY FEE, ACCOMMODATION, MEAL and TRAVELING ARRANGEMENTS
The selected players will be responsible for their own Entry fee, Accommodation, Meals and Traveling Expenses. The selected players will have to bank in  the entry fees into MCF bank account by 22nd April 2023.

All payment to be credited to the following bank account:

Account Name  : Persekutuan Catur Malaysia
Account Number : CIMB / 8000649725

STATE REPRESENTATIVE
FOR OPEN CATEGORY
(i)  FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C
(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 50
(iii) BELOW 1800 RATING RM 100

FOR WOMEN CATEGORY
(i)  FIDE RATING 2000 and ABOVE F.O.C
(ii) BETWEEN 1800 and 2000 RM 40
(iii) BELOW 1800 RATING RM 80

For more details, please refer to https://malaysiachess.org/news/malaysian-chess-championship-2023-3rd-to-7th-may-2023-taiping-perak/



Tuesday, May 24, 2022

NATIONAL CHALLENGER CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 (Below 1600 And UNRATED)

CAS will extend an open invitation to all Selangorians who wish to apply for the 4 Open slots allocated to each State. Refer here for the infosheet (https://malaysiachess.org/news/national-chess-challenger-2022/)


CAS will award these slots to the highest FIDE rating applications (based on FIDE Standard May 2022 release). Please email to selangorchess@gmail.com with (Name, H/p Number) by 25th May (Wednesday) for selection purposes.

The selected candidates will have to bank in  the entry fees into HEROSIFU CHESS ACADEMY  bank account by 29th May 2022. 

All payment to be credited to the following bank account: 

Account Name  : HEROSIFU CHESS ACADEMY 
Account Number : CIMB / 8603823491

Entry Fees
OPEN Category
Players with MCF ID - RM 150 per player.

Please ensure that player has both FIDE ID and MCF ID prior to registering. If you do not have MCF ID, you need to register with MCF first before submitting application to CAS.