Stourbridge chess club’s New year blitz tournament was held on January 9 with a fast time control of seven minutes per player per game.

As expected the competition was won by Jeremy Fallowfield with a perfect 9 out of 9. Second place went to newcomer Nick Arkell with 8/9. Greg Dyett was third with 6/9. If you are interested in playing for Stourbridge or would just like to improve your game, phone Dave Scriven on 01384 423642 or visit www.stourbridgechess.f9.co.uk for more information about the club.

On Wednesday the Stourbridge second team put in a great performance away against Boldmere in division 3 of the Birmingham league.

Although they were heavily out-graded on every board, they won the match 3½-2½ with John Foxall winning his game and all the other team members drawing.

On January 9 the club will be holding a new year’s blitz tournament at the Stourbridge institute, starting at 7:30pm. All members, friends and prospective members are welcome to come along and play.