Author Archives: James Mansson

Horsham Club Knockout 2012-13: Mansson – Wilby

I had a straightforward win the plate competition against Joe Wilby. This takes me through into the semi-final.

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Horsham Club Championship 2012-13: Cannon – Mansson

I’ve just agreed a draw in my adjourned Rook game against John Cannon. I had the better of the position for a while, but by the time we reached the time control, the position was drawn.

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Horsham Club Quickplay Knockout 2012-13: Mansson – Harris

Following on from my match against Anthony Higgs, I took on Mick Harris in round 3.

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Horsham Club Quickplay Knockout 2012-13: Mansson – Higgs

Last Tuesday I was successful in reaching in the semi-final of the Horsham Chess Club Quickplay Knockout. I won two matches, the first against Anthony Higgs, and the second against Mick Harris. I’ll look at the games from the first … Continue reading

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Horsham Club Championship 2012-13: Mansson – Roberts

Last night I was up against Dix Roberts in the club championship. The game saw me gradually building up a strong position against Dix’s Modern Benoni. Dix slipped up under the pressure, leaving me with a winning position. However, I … Continue reading

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Mid-Sussex League Division 1 2012-13: Horsham 1 – Brighton 1

On Tuesday I played for Horsham 1 against Brighton 1 in the Mid-Sussex League. The team suffered a clear loss, and my individual game was frustrating, as I managed to lose on time in what looks like a level position.

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Mid-Sussex League Division 1 2012-13: Horsham 1 – Brighton 2

Last Thursday, a weakened Horsham 1 team just managed to beat Brighton 2 3-2, as described in the match report here.

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Horsham Club Championship 2012-13: Mansson – Harris

My third Club Championship game of the season was on Tuesday night against Mick Harris. The game started with Mick choosing the offbeat Budapest Gambit as Black. I managed to secure a small edge out of the opening, which increased … Continue reading

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County Match (Open) 2012-13: Sussex – Middlesex

After the high of their excellent win against Surrey, the Sussex Open Team came crashing down to earth with a heavy defeat to a powerful Middlesex side, who had an average grade of just over 201. However, in my individual … Continue reading

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Mid-Sussex League Division 1 2012-13: Horsham 1 – Lewes 1

Horsham 1 suffered a comprehensive defeat in its match away against Lewes 1 last night. A full report can be found here. My game against Lim Zhuo Ren was disappointing. Although I was pessimistic about my position during the game, … Continue reading

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