Knights of Éanna Chess Club

♟️ Knights of Éanna Freestyle Rapid is back!

Join us on Saturday, 25th July for our 2nd annual Freestyle (Chess960) Rapid Tournament at Coláiste Éanna, Rathfarnham.

🔹 7 Round Swiss
⏱️ 15+5 Time Control
🕚 Round 1 starts at 11:00
💶 €20 Entry fee
🏆 €10 added to the prize fund per player

📲 Scan the QR code to register and be sure to check out the full event details via the ICU event page.

We look forward to seeing you at the board! ♟️

☀️♟️ Summer Quad – July 19th ♟️☀️

Our next Quad Tournament takes place on July 19th at Knights of Éanna.

FIDE rated, one-day, classical chess
Time control: 60+30
Rounds: 3

Format
Players are divided into groups of 4 based on rating and playing strength.
Each player plays one game against the other three players in their group.
If the lowest group has fewer than 4 players, it will be run as a mini Swiss.

Prizes
€50 winner-takes-all per quad

Schedule
Check-in required by 10:15
Groups posted at 10:20
Round 1: 10:30
Round 2: immediately after Round 1
Round 3: 18:00

Capacity: 112 players
Individual event: no teams, no need to sign up with others.

A great format for players of all levels — competitive games against opponents of similar strength, all wrapped up in a single day.

Scan the QR code to enter.

DM us if you have any questions.

Huge congratulations to our Ennis A team on becoming 2026 Leinster Chess Union Division 3 Champions! 🏆♟️

A brilliant achievement and a proud day for everyone at Knights of Éanna. Well done to all the players involved! 👏

Quads are back this May ♟️
Join us on May 24th at Knights of Éanna for another great day of chess.

FIDE rated, one-day, classical chess
Time control: 60+30
Rounds: 3

Format
Players are divided into groups of 4 based on rating and playing strength.
Each player plays one game against the other three players in their group.
If the lowest group has fewer than 4 players, it will be run as a mini Swiss.

🏆 Prizes
€60 winner-takes-all per quad

⏰ Schedule
Check-in required by 10:15
Groups posted at 10:20
Round 1: 10:30
Round 2: immediately after Round 1
Round 3: 18:00

Capacity: 112 players
Individual event: no teams, no need to sign up with others.

Whether you played last time or it’s your first quad, you’re very welcome.
DM us if you’ve any questions.

A fantastic weekend at the National Championships for our Knights of Éanna juniors ♟️

Facing a very strong field with the top players in the country, everyone competed brilliantly — we’re proud of you all 👏

Huge Congratulations to:
🏆 Darragh – U12 Open Irish Champion
🏆 Erica – U12 Girls Irish Champion
🥈 Lorena – 2nd U12 Girls
🥉 James – 3rd U14 Open
🥉 Eva – 3rd U14 Girls

Great results in a tough competition 💪♟️

♟️ Knights of Éanna April Rapid Tournament!♟️

We’re excited to announce that our next event is back to a Rapid Tournament!

📅 Sunday, April 19
⏰ Start time: 11:00 AM
💶 Entry: €20
♟️ Format: 7 Rounds – 15+5 Rapid
👥 Capacity: 112 players

Whether you’re aiming for the podium or just looking for a great day of chess, come join us for a competitive and friendly tournament atmosphere.

🔗 Register here: https://www.icu.ie/events/2128
📲 Or scan the QR code on the poster.

Spots are limited, so make sure to secure your place early!

We had some great results at the Cavan Congress last weekend where Erica finished joint second in the Challengers section while George won the Major after a tense blitz playoff! Well done to everyone else who was also competing at the event!

📣 Announcing the Queen Maeve Cup 2026! 📣

The Knights of Éanna, in collaboration with the Irish Chess Union, are delighted to host this exciting side event at the National Club Championship.

📅 Dates: 24–26 April 2026
📍 Venue: Coláiste Éanna, Hillside Park, Rathfarnham, D16 E248, Dublin
⏰ Rounds: 5, Swiss Pairings | Time Control: 90+30
👥 Teams: 4 players + 1 substitutes

💡 Open to all players — NCC eligibility rules do not apply!

📝 Register by 16 April 2026 → https://www.icu.ie/events/2180

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📣 Exciting News! 📣

The Knights of Éanna, in collaboration with the Irish Chess Union, are proud to host the 53rd Irish National Club Championship!

📅 Dates: 24–26 April 2026
📍 Venue: Coláiste Éanna, Hillside Park, Rathfarnham, D16 E248, Dublin
⏰ Rounds: 5, Swiss Pairings | Time Control: 90+30
👥 Teams: 6 players + 2 substitutes
💰 Entry Fee: €120 per team

✨ Compete for National glory and a chance to qualify for the European Club Cup!

📝 Register by 16 April 2026 → https://www.icu.ie/events/2179

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