Devon Junior Chess Association (DJCA)

Supporting junior chess in the county

DJCA Summer Fun Event 2026 (tbc)

suggested 6 round mixed fun game competition (exploding square, duck chess, 3 checks, etc.)

Date:

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 09:45

Venue:

tbc

Full Devon Chess Calendar -- adult and junior

https://devonjuniorchess.co.uk/content/calendar

Chess Tips

MIDDLEGAME TIPS:

* Create a plan right away or you may drift. There is always something to do, e.g. improve the position of your worst piece. Appraise the position honestly. Avoid vagueness in assessment - don't say "maybe I'll get an attack on the Queen's-side", but "in three moves I can get my Knight to c5 and my rook to b1 to attack b7 - can my opponent defend in that time, or create a distraction?"