Fred Sorensen, hard at work directing yet another PCC tournament, in February of 1962.
Upcoming Tournaments
Chess Week
In 2018, the Allegheny County Council declared October 1-8 Chess Week. The designation of Chess Week not only recognizes the important role of chess education in our community, but it also recognizes the efforts from our local chess clubs, leagues, and coaches. This week should aim to improve friendly harmony among everyone in our community, …
25th Fred Sorensen Memorial
The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PAThe Pittsburgh Chess Club is proud to host our 25th Fred Sorensen Memorial. Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Tuesdays, 6:30PM EST, September 5 - October 10, 2023. Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., 2nd Fl, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Tournament Format Prizes Eligibility Byes Tournament Rules Fair Play Contact Registration Advance Entries
25th Fred Sorensen Memorial
The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PAThe Pittsburgh Chess Club is proud to host our 25th Fred Sorensen Memorial. Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Tuesdays, 6:30PM EST, September 5 - October 10, 2023. Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., 2nd Fl, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Tournament Format Prizes Eligibility Byes Tournament Rules Fair Play Contact Registration Advance Entries
National Chess Day
National Chess Day is recognized on the second Saturday of October, giving us a great opportunity each year to give special recognition to a game that generates challenge, intellectual stimulation and enjoyment for citizens of all ages.
43rd Allegheny Chess Congress
Join on us on National Chess Day for our 43rd Allegheny Chess Congress tournament. Schedule and Location Dates: Saturday, October 14, 2023 On-Site Registration: 8AM - 8:45AM Rounds times, all sections: 9AM | 10:30AM | 1PM | 2:30PM | 4PM Awards Ceremony: Shortly after the final game. Location: Levinson B Conference Hall, Jewish Community Center, …
October Quick Quads
The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PAJoin us for our October Quick Quads. Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Starting Tuesday, 6:30PM, October 17, 2023 Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Capacity: There is a maximum capacity of 32 players. It is recommended to register early. Parking: There are many places to park around Squirrel Hill, …
October Blitz
Join us for some Blitz! Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Starting Tuesday, 6:30PM, October 24, 2023 Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Capacity: There is a maximum capacity of 32 players. It is recommended to register early. Parking: There are many places to park around Squirrel Hill, all within …
35th Richard Abrams Memorial
The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PAThe Pittsburgh Chess Club is proud to host our 35th Richard Abrams Memorial. Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Tuesdays, 6:30PM EST, November 7 - December 12, 2023. Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., 2nd Fl, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Tournament Format Prizes Eligibility Byes Tournament Rules Fair Play Contact Registration Advance Entries
35th Richard Abrams Memorial
The Pittsburgh Chess Club 5869 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PAThe Pittsburgh Chess Club is proud to host our 35th Richard Abrams Memorial. Schedule and Location Tournament Rounds: Tuesdays, 6:30PM EST, November 7 - December 12, 2023. Location: The Pittsburgh Chess Club, 5869 Forbes Ave., 2nd Fl, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Tournament Format Prizes Eligibility Byes Tournament Rules Fair Play Contact Registration Advance Entries
Tournament Results
- August Blitz (scheduled 8/29/2023)
- 45th Pittsburgh Summer Open (scheduled 8/26 - 8/27/2023)
- August Quick Quads (held 8/22/2023)
- Quads in the Park X (held 8/20/2023)
- 26th Robert P. Smith Memorial (held 7/11 - 8/15/2023)
- Quads in the Park IX (held 7/16/2023)
- July Free-For-Members (held 7/15/2023)
- June Blitz (held 6/27/2023)
- 52nd Fred Thompson Memorial (held 6/24/2023)
- June Quick Quads (held 6/20/2023)
- Quads in the Park VIII (held 6/18/2023)
- 23rd William M. Byland Memorial (held 5/9 - 6/13/2023)
- Quads in the Park VII (held 5/28/2023)
- 19th William J. Browne Memorial (held 5/13/2023)
- May Blitz (held 5/2/2023)
- April Quick Quads (held 4/25/2023)
- 83rd Pittsburgh Chess Club Championship (held March 14 – April 18, 2023)
- 62nd Golden Triangle Open (held 4/15/2023)
- 78th Pittsburgh Metropolitan Open (held 3/11/2023)
- March Blitz (held 3/7/2023)
- February Quick Quads (held 2/28/2023)
- 28th Wild Card Open (held 1/17/2023 - 2/21/2023)
- Pittsburgh Three Rivers Open (held 2/18/2023)
- Steel City Open (held 1/21/2023 - 1/22/2023)
- January Blitz (held 1/10/2023)
- January Action Quads (held 1/3/23)
- 42nd Allegheny Chess Congress (held 12/17/2022 - 12/18/2022)
- 42nd Abel Bomberault Memorial (held 12/10/2022)
- 34th Richard Abrams Memorial (held 11/8/2022 - 12/13/2022)
- Thursday Night U1200 Swiss (Held Thursdays, December 1-22, 2022)
- November Blitz (held 11/1/2022)
- October Action Quads (held 10/5/2022)
- 24th Fred Sorensen Memorial (being held 9/13/2022 - 10/18/2022)
- September Blitz (held 9/6/2022)
- August Action Quads (held 8/30/2022)
- 25th Robert P. Smith Memorial (held 7/19/2022 - 8/23/2022)
- Quads in the Park VI (held 8/21/2022)
- 44th Pittsburgh Summer Open (held 8/13/2022 - 8/14/2022)
- Quads in the Park V (held 7/17/2022)
- July Blitz (held 7/12/2022)
- July Action Quads (held 7/5/2022)
- Quads in the Park IV (held 6/26/2022)
- 51st Annual Fred Thompson Memorial (held 6/25/2022)
- 82nd Pittsburgh Chess Club Championship (held 5/24/2022 - 6/28/2022)
- May Blitz (held 5/17/2022)
- May Action Quads (held 5/10/2022)
- 22nd William M. Byland Memorial (held 3/29/2022 - 5/3/2022)
- 61st Golden Triangle Open (held 4/23/2022)
- Thursday Night Quads (held 4/7/2022)
- 77th Pittsburgh Metropolitan Open (held 3/26/2022)
- March Blitz (held 3/22/2022)
- March Action Quads (held 3/15/2022)
- 27th Wild Card Open (held 2/1/2022-3/8/2022)
- 33rd Richard Abrams Memorial (held 12/7/2021 - 1/11/2022)
- 41st Abel Bomberault Memorial (held 12/11/2021)
- 2021 Friday Knight Quad Series
- 10/22/2021
- 10/29/2021
- 11/5/2021
- 11/12/2021
- 11/19/2021
- 12/3/2021
- 12/10/2021
- 12/17/2021
- 23rd Fred Sorensen Memorial (held 10/26/2021 - 11/30/2021)
- 17th William J Browne Memorial (held 10/9/2021)
- 24th Robert P. Smith Memorial (held 9/14/2021 - 10/19/2021)
- 81st Pittsburgh Chess Club Championship (held 8/3/2021 - 9/7/2021)
- Quads in the Park III (held 8/22/2021)
- 41st Allegheny Chess Congress (held 8/14/2021 - 8/15/2021)
- 50th Fred Thompson Memorial (held 7/31/2021)
- 21st William M. Byland Memorial (held 6/22/2021 - 7/27/2021)
- 2021 Quads in the Park II (held 7/18/2021)
- 60th Golden Triangle Open (held 6/19/2021)
- 2021 Three Rivers Classic Online (held 4/20/2021 - 5/25/2021)
- 2021 Pittsburgh Metropolitan Open (held 5/22/2021)
- 2021 Quads in the Park (held 5/15/2021)
- 2021 April Chess Extravaganza (held 4/3/2021)