The Malaysia Book of Records and Selangor Open

CAS continues the tradition of the Selangor Open despite the current uncertain economic condition. It was not a unanimous decision by the Committee but majority prevails. A post mortem of last year's event showed a poor turnout if not for a group of foreign players passing through at the time. It was made worse by unkind remarks that the fee structure had to be revised to salvage the situation but it was still a poor 60 odd turnout nonetheless

It was very unlike The Malaysia Book of Records attempt yesterday when over 120 players came in full force to make the event a success. Many had to be turned down although the initial plan of just a 108 participants were seen as ambitious by the blue men. Maybe it was the freebies and the carnival-like curiosity that attracted the crowd

Well the Selangor Open had long been in The Malaysia Book of Records (and still is), way back in 2000 during the 27th Selangor Open held in Sungei Wang Plaza. The event was certified as the longest continuous running chess event in Malaysia attracting numerous illustrious players from within and outside the country.

CAS is wishful of a strong turnout for this prestigious event to assure this event is still relevant

The Malaysia Book of Records -'Most Simultaneous Chess Opponent'

Sjn 103430 Ismail Ahmad accomplished his chess simul feat against 120 chess players held at Markas Briged Tengah, Pasukan Gerakan Am in Cheras Selangor this evening. He won 90 games, drew 21 and lost 9 in the gruelling 10 hour marathon to earn his place in 'The Malaysia Book of Records' simul event. It was only in the last four games that Ismail got his break for the 90th win. CAS Vice President FM Mok Tze Meng along with other CAS officials and the men in blue, were on hand to ensure the smooth running of the event.


In the above picture is SAC 11 Komander Briged Tengah Dato' Rosli bin Mohd Nizam ( standing on the right) and Sjn Ismail Ahmad ( on the left) receiving The Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) certificate and witnessed by VIPs from MBR and MCF

36th Selangor Open Chess Tournament 2009 - (30th April to 3rd May 2009)

We are pleased to announce the 36th Selangor Open Chess Tournament 2009

Date : 30th Apr to 3rd May 2009

Venue : DAT Chess Centre, Wilayah Complex, K Lumpur

Closing date : Pre-register by email to us (stating your name and handphone number) before 25th Apr 2009

Enquiries : call Mr TP Lim h/p no: 012-2984922

Kejohanan Catur Majlis Sukan Sekolah-Sekolah Malaysia 2009 - Results Summary

Selangor Schools garnered 112 points to emerge 2009 Champion in the recent inter-State schools event organised by Majlis Sukan Sekolah-Sekolah Malaysia. The event was hosted by Majlis Sukan Sekolah Selangor and held in Klang recently from 16th - 20th March 2009.

Selangor's star performers were NJM Nur Nabila Azman Hisham (Girl U-12) and Yeoh Li Tian (Boy U-12), along with two other Gold medals contributed by fellow team mates Boys Team Under-15 and Girls Team Under-12.

Runners-up was Kuala Lumpur, although ahead in medal count was edged out (by 5 points) based on MSSM's point system in determining the overall championship and standings.

The Klang Valley schools ( covering Selangor and Kuala Lumpur) stamped their mark in this annual event sweeping 8 gold medals (which carried the most points) out of 12 on offer. In step with Selangor's feat was Kuala Lumpur's Yeap Eng Chiam (bottom left) who took the Boy Under-15 title and Lim Zhuo Ren (bottom right) with the prestigious Boy Under-18 title. Coincidentally both had donned CAS or Selangor State colours in many local competitions. Of special mention is NWM Alia Anin Azwa Bakri (right pic) the Girl Under-18 winner representing Malacca schools but is regarded a 'permanent resident' of the Klang Valley chesswise having represented CAS/Selangor in so many occasions.

( For the record the other 3 Gold medal winners were Perak through Girl U-18, Kelantan - TeamGirls U-15 and Johore - TeamGirls U-18)

Based on the total 17 medals amassed by Selangor and Kuala Lumpur schools and the remaining 19 shared by the other 14 States the former had the numbers and depths to continue to dominate this event.


Congratulations Majlis Sukan Sekolah Selangor!


From,
Shafruddin

National Age-Group Chess Championship 2009

The Malaysian Chess Federation ('MCF') will be holding the annual National Age-Group Chess Championship 2009 next month on the 3rd April to 5th April 2009. The Championship is scheduled at another venue this time in Pearl Point Shopping Mall, Kuala Lumpur. Winners will be eligible for selection in international age-group competitions based on the terms and conditions as laid out by MCF below

11th CAS-Octagon First Quarter Allegro Championship 2009 - The Results

CAS first tournament for the year started with a bang with an commendable 100 participants. Leading the field was our country's top player IM Mas Hafizulhelmi (NR 2332).He is currently gunning for his GM title in the coming months which will augur well for Malaysian chess

The tournament hence attracted a strong field of players and this would benefit the up-and-coming youngsters to measure or improve their strength.




The results in pictures

The tournament was slightly delayed due to the unforeseen breakdown of the air-conditioning system. A minor dispute over a touch-move rule was satisfactorily resolved and no untoward incident ocurred during the tournament. Chief Arbiter was IA Lim Tse Pin (seen below with the computer)

Main Prize Winners

Champion - Ian Udani. Despite an earlier draw with Fariz Shafruddin and in the final round with Sumant Subraniam the six point lead was sufficient to earn him the top spot.












2nd - Sumant Subramaniam, a draw in the final round giving him 6 points earned him the second position















3rd - Fariz Shafruddin who topped the 5 1/2 pointers with six other winners. The draw with Zambri in the final round cost him the opportunity to grab the top position.













4th - FM Anas Nazreen Bakri


















5th - IM Mas Hafizulhelmi


















In 6th Position was Gerald Soh, followed by Muhd Nabil in 7th position, Mohd Zambri 8th, Norazman Ismail 9th and Ahmad Fadzil Nayan (Engineering student and golden boy of UIA) who managed to squeeze into the 10th spot with 5 points.

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..... and additional prizes for the players

Consolation Prize Winners


Committee Member Mat Zaki Yeop, took the Veteran title











... and the rest of the happy winners

Complete listings


The final ranking and cross-table

In Closing

The President and Hon Secretary called on the members to come forward to contribute towards the continued success of the Association. It is important to set an orderly succession plan, as well as to provide fresh ideas and efforts for the betterment of chess in the country

Chess has picked up momentum but needs an integrated approach and unity amongst the chess fraternity to progress and in seeking recognition from the public.



Some of the youngsters in the tournament

















Age is no barrier in chess

Kejohanan Ke-11 Catur Allegro Suku Tahun Pertama CAS-Octagon 2009

Peringatan

Jangan lupa membuat pra daftar untuk menyertai Kejohanan berprestij ini yang akan berlangsung pada 15hb Februari

Sila hantar nama dan nombor telefon anda ke alamat e-mail kami pada atau sebelum Khamis 12hb Februari 2009 bagi tujuan ini

Mengimbas kembali gambar-gambar 'candid' di Kejohanan siri ke 10 yang lepas




















Cubaan menggerunkan lawan

'Red-riding hood' dengan penuh keyakinan membuat taktik 'ending' kilat















Pemain cilik Nur Nabila Azman Hashim turut beraksi di kategori 'senior' di Kejohanan Terbuka Klang baru-baru ini dengan prestasi yang baik sekali memperolehi 6 dari 8 mata.


Perkembangan terkini Catur di Selangor

Sesungguh nya Catur secara 'rapid' sangat di minati oleh pemain-pemain di Malaysia. Persatuan Catur Selangor (atau 'Chess Association of Selangor') adalah satu-satunya pengasas berterusan catur 'rapid' ini yang kini akan memasuki tahun kesebelas penganjurannya.

Suasana sukan catur semakin rancak di Selangor dengan lebih ramai para penganjur tampil untuk memeriahkan lagi bidang sukan ini

Sabtu lepas penganjuran besar-besaran oleh Badan Kebajikan Kakitangan Pejabat Agama Islam Klang dan Majlis Guru Besar Daerah Klang di adakan di Klang. Lebih 400 peserta mengambil bahagian di Kejohanan Catur Terbuka Klang tersebut.













Pegawai-pegawai bersama tetamu kehormat Dato' Seri Abdul Ghani Pateh Akhir (berbaju batik biru). Kelihatan di sebelah kiri sekali En Azhar yang tidak asing lagi di kalangan peminat catur turut membantu menjayakan Kejohanan ini. Syabas atas kejayaan penganjuran sukan catur di Klang dan lebih penting lagi pengiktirafan sukan catur sebagai satu riadah yang sihat dan berfaedah.



















Sebahagian dari para tetamu yang hadir semasa perasmian penyampaian hadiah di Kejohanan tersebut. Memandangkan sambutan yang sungguh menggalakkan ada cadangan untuk mengadakan Kejohanan ini dalam skala yang lebih besar dan hadiah-hadiah yang lebih lumayan lagi tahun hadapan


Ong Thian Loong (berbaju merah) berdepan FM Anas Nazrin Bakri (berbaju belang) bermain dalam masa kecemasan pusingan terakhir. Walaupun tewas dan berkongsi mata dengan lawannya beliau tetap menjadi juara dengan kiraan 'tie-break' Solkoff.

Tidak ketinggalan AJK Persatuan Catur Selangor FM Mok Tze Meng dan Fariz Shafruddin turut tersenarai pemain-pemain terbaik Kejohanan ini dengan menduduki tempat Ketiga dan Keenam.

Di bawah kategori umur 18-tahun dan 12-tahun pula di menangi oleh Muhd Nabil Azman Hisham dan Muhd Aziz Farhan Akbar