John Lacy makes all the right moves

Gorey man John Lacy made all the right moves at the club championships of Gorey Chess Club on Monday night.

After four rounds victory went to John, who is a former Irish Chess International Player. He was a very deserving winner with a 100 per cent score of 4/4.

A total of 17 players took part in the popular event over the last month.

The Cathal Kelly Cup, named after club member Cathal who sadly passed away last year, was presented to John by Tadhg Kelly, Cathal’s father and retired principal of Tara Hill National School.

Close behind John in second place was Syd Cassidy from Duncannon who scored 3.5/4. Syd is an experienced tournament player who won three games and drew his last game with David Remenyik, a 13-year old Irish Youth International player.

Gorey Chess Club trainer Manuel Gardenes and chairperson Seamus Halpenny both secured third place with a score of 3/4.

Thanks were extended to Michael Gleason of Loch Garman Arms for making the hall available to the club and accommodating the club’s meetings every Monday night. Thanks were also give to Tadhg for his support and to the players who participated in the event.

Gorey Chess Club meet every Monday night from 8 p.m., in the Loch Garman Arms.

Players of all abilities, including beginners, are most welcome.

Gorey Chess Club prizewinners in the Loch Garman Arms. Tadhg Kelly presents the Cathal Kelly Memorial Cup to the overall winner, John Lacy, Syd Cassidy 2nd place, chairman Seamus Halpenny joint 3rd. Missing from picture, Manual Gardenes joint 3rd winner.