Chess has a long history in the state of New Mexico, with the game being played and enjoyed by players of all ages and skill levels for many years. The New Mexico Chess Organization (NMCO) is the organization that promotes chess in the state and organizes tournaments and events for players of all skill levels. The NMCO has been active since the early 1900s and has been instrumental in promoting the game across the state, especially in schools and universities.
One of the earliest known chess clubs in New Mexico was the Albuquerque Chess Club, which was founded in the early 1900s. Other early chess clubs in the state included the Las Cruces Chess Club, which was founded in the mid-1900s, and the Santa Fe Chess Club, which was founded in the late 1900s.
In recent years, New Mexico has produced a number of talented chess players, including famous champions like GM John Fedorowicz, who represented the state in the US Championship and other major tournaments. New Mexico has also hosted several major chess tournaments, such as the New Mexico Open, which attracts players from all over the country.
New Mexico Chess Organization in Albuquerque, NM
- Site: nmchess.org
- USCF ID: T5012341
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 5053310869