Monthly Archives: January 2023

County Match (Open) 2022-23: Surrey – Sussex

Posted on January 29, 2023 by James Mansson

I played for Sussex in the away match against Surrey yesterday, and the result was disappointing both on a personal level and for the team. Surrey lost the match decisively 5-11, which was not surprising perhaps given the difference in … Continue reading →

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Mid-Sussex League Division 1 2022-23: Horsham 1 – Brighton 1

Posted on January 25, 2023 by James Mansson

Last night Horsham’s first team played Brighton’s first team at their new temporary venue. The match was close but ultimately disappointing from a Horsham perspective, as we lost 1.5-2.5.

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Paul Watson Trophy 2022-23: Horsham – East Grinstead

Posted on January 18, 2023 by James Mansson

Last night, Horsham was knocked out of the Paul Watson Trophy by East Grinstead, as they lost the match 1-3. My game was a draw, in which I missed an early opportunity, and was fortunate my opponent did not make … Continue reading →

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Horsham Chess Club Championship 2022-23: Mansson – Comley

Posted on January 11, 2023 by James Mansson

Last night I managed to win my game against Ian Comley in this year’s club championship. However, I had a big slice of good fortune as my blunder on move 30 was not noticed by either player.

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