Kentucky Chess Association

If one were interested in hosting this, how would I go about it?

I'm willing to get my hands dirty and try to host it.  Would love to get some information.

Contact Ryan Velez, he has been contacted by the Bluegrass Games folks.

I was contacted and said I would run it.

However, if someone else wants to run it that is ok by me. I'll e-mail you Ricky, I see you have already messaged me on Facebook.

--Ryan

Hi Ryan. Yea, I'm just trying to get a feel if this event is too big for me or not.  I 've heard it has a large scholastic tournament. I have no experience with that. I could still try to do it if I can get some volunteer tournament directors. I can organize it just fine, but if its a very large turnout I would need help with sections, tie breaks, and general tournament running.

I will drive the 3.5 hours to help you run the event.

I am trying to unite this community. If someone wants to contribute towards growing chess in Kentucky, then I will be there to help them.

I will be back in town Monday and we can chat then. E-mail Amy about you organizing the event. If you need any help let me know. The only thing we need to coordinate for sure is the date. I have to make sure I am able to make it in order to help you!

--Ryan

As a parent I hope the schedule of previous years is maintained. The Chess portion of the Bluegrass State Games has been held on the Saturday between the dates of July 14-July 21. That would make this years date July 18.

I do plaon on doing it on Juily 18th. I will see what I can do. Mr. Frank Niro has been kind enough to help us organize it as well.