The Maine Scholastic Boys and Girls Champions Cullen Edes and Lily Ann Briggs are representing Maine in two national tournaments. Edes is competing in the Denker Tournament of High School Champions and Briggs in the Susan Polgar National Invitational for Girls. Both of these tournaments are taking place concurrently at the U.S. Open in Cherry Hill, New Jersey from July 29 - August 3, 2007.

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Homeschooler Hoty Briggs blanked the competition with four straight wins at the Washington County Chess Fereration July Swiss to take first place at this monthly event. Tied for second with 3 points were Roger Peterson and Nathaniel Simpson. In the scholastic section, Hoty's brother Ezra took first with 1 point. The tournament was held on July 21, 2007 at the Lubec Grange Hall and attracted ten players. The illustrated tournament report with USCF crosstables and two of the champion's games is here.

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If you haven't had the opportunity to play in one of these delightful tournaments make July your month to do it! Well-run and organized, the Washington County Chess Federation's monthly Swisses have become a standard on Maine's tournament calendar. July's event will take place on Saturday, July 21st in Lubec, the polpular Maine summer vacation destination. Come out, play some chess and enjoy downeast Maine!

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The Triple Seven Open and Rated Beginners Open (RBO) played on July 7, 2007 at Southern Maine Community College in South Portland attracted thirty-three players with ratings from 2304 to 320 as well as three unrated players. In the Open section, New England chess legend John Curdo shared first place with Massachusetts resident and expert player Andrew Tichenor.

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Celebrate Independance Day with some chess fireworks at the Triple Seven Open and RBO (Rated Beginners Open) at Southern Maine Technical College on Saturday, July 7, 2007. Both tournaments are four rounds and the time controls are: Open G/90, RBO G/60. The tournaments are open to all. Hope to see you in South Portland!

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