Monthly Archives: April 2025

Playing the Semi-Slav: 5 Bg5

Posted on April 30, 2025 by James Mansson

The most critical line of the Semi-Slav, in the position which arises after 1 d4 d5 2 c4 c6 3 Nf3 Nf6 4 Nc3 e6 (along other move orders), is 5 Bg5. This is the most critical move, because White … Continue reading →

Sussex League Division 1 2024-25: Horsham 1 – Eastbourne 1

Posted on April 30, 2025 by James Mansson

Horsham 1 finished their league season with a 3-1 win over Eastbourne 1. I was able to contribute a win on board three.

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McArthur Cup 2024-25: Horsham – East Grinstead

Posted on April 16, 2025 by James Mansson

Last night, Horsham took on East Grinstead in the McArthur Cup semi-final at home. The match was played over six boards at the usual league time limit. Unfortunately, Horsham ended the night 2-3 down, with an unfinished game that is … Continue reading →

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Sussex League Division 1 2024-25: Horsham 1 – Bexhill 1

Posted on April 5, 2025 by James Mansson

Last night, Horsham 1 were playing away at Bexhill 1. Unfortunately, due to circumstances, they were forced to field a considerably weakened team. The match is not yet concluded, with the score at 2-1 in Bexhill ‘s favour and one … Continue reading →

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McArthur Cup 2024-25: Horsham – Sussex University

Posted on April 2, 2025 by James Mansson

Horsham managed to beat Sussex University in the McArthur Cup last night by 4 points to 1 (with one game annulled), thus moving into the semi-final. I contributed a somewhat fortunate win on board 3.