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Upcoming USCF National Events

This winter, young chess players from across the nation will compete in two of the largest youth tournaments of the year - the 2005 National Youth Action, and the 2005 National K-12 / Collegiate Championship.

The National Youth Action will be help from November 18-20, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. This Game/30 tournament features four sections: High School (K-12), Middle School/Junior High (K-8), Elementary (K-6) and Primary (K-3). There are nine rounds of the main competition, along with blitz and bughouse events.

Just a couple weeks later, students from across the country will compete in the 2005 National K-12/Collegiate Championship. This unique event gives competitors the chance to become the national champion for their grade level. The seven round tournament features a Game/90 time control, along with blitz and bughouse tournaments. There will also be a simul with GM Maurice Ashley, who will also deliver a special lecture.

Don't miss out on these two great events! For more information on each of these tournaments, including lodging and registration, visit the USCF website.

New Membership and Tournament Registration Store

The USCF website now boasts a new membership and tournament registration section which features a variety of services for USCF members. These features include:

* Membership and Membership Renewal
* Donations to the USCF and the US Chess Trust
* Information on membership options, tournaments, and affiliates
* Affiliate registration or renewal
* Tournament registration

To visit the new section and take advantage of these services, click here.

Progress at the USCF's New Home

Progress continues to be made at the USCF's new home in Crossville, Tennessee! The USCF website has recently been updated with new pictures of construction on the site. To take a sneak peak at the next USCF headquarters, click here!

Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev Visits Lindsborg, Kansas

Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev visited Lindsborg, Kansas recently. Read about the events in two press releases posted on the USCF website:
Wall Street Journal Editor Joins Gorbachev in Lindsborg, KS
Gorbachev Presides Over Chess for Peace

To view pictures of the events, visit the Photo Gallery.