Category Archives: The Modern Benoni

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

Posted on January 16, 2025 by James Mansson

Horsham 1 started the New Year with a draw against a decent Lewes side. On board three, I had the Black pieces against Louis Buckland. I managed to save the game after a difficult struggle.

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Horsham Club Knockout 2023-24: Mansson – Forster (Rapidplay)

Posted on June 26, 2024 by James Mansson

After two draws at the usual longplay time control (65 minutes + 30 second increment), my semi-final against Mike Forster switched to the first rapidplay time control (30 minutes + 10 second increment). I managed to win the next game … Continue reading →

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County Match (Open) 2023-24: Sussex – Kent

Posted on December 4, 2023 by James Mansson

Last Saturday, Sussex were home against Kent in the SCCU County Championship. Despite a valiant effort, Sussex went down 7.5-8.5. My game was a particular source of frustration, as I blundered a rook with both players very short of time … Continue reading →

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Horsham Chess Club Championship 2022-23: Mansson – McDonald

Posted on September 15, 2022 by James Mansson

Last Tuesday, I played my first game in this year’s club championship. I was up against Robert McDonald, who has been promoted to the Rook (the top section) this year. The game started with the sharp Modern Benoni opening. His … Continue reading →

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Horsham Club Quickplay Knockout 2018-19: Mansson – Donnelly

Posted on June 23, 2019 by James Mansson

Last Tuesday, I played the final of the Quickplay Knockout against Brian Donnelly.

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Mid-Sussex League Division 1 2018-19: Horsham 1 – Hastings 1

Posted on May 6, 2019 by James Mansson

Just under a month ago, Horsham 1 faced Hastings 1 at home in a crucial league match. Unfortunately, Horsham were not at full strength, with two of the first choice five missing, while Hastings had their strongest team; it was … Continue reading →

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Horsham Club Championship 2018-19: Mansson – Roberts

Posted on March 3, 2019 by James Mansson

I have always had tough games against Dix Roberts, and our game in this season’s club championship was no exception. I obtained a decent position out of the opening, but lost control of the position; in the resulting play I … Continue reading →

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Blast from the Past: Mansson – Butterworth, BPCF Open Championship Semi-Final Round

Posted on May 11, 2017 by James Mansson

My game against A.Butterworth was another disappointing loss. While my memory of the game was negative, having looked back at it, things are not quite so clear cut. While my choice of system against the Modern Benoni was far from … Continue reading →

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Horsham Club Championship 2014-15: Mansson – Roberts

Posted on November 23, 2014 by James Mansson

Last Tuesday, I played Dix Roberts in the Club Championship. I was White and soon built up a significant advantage. However, when my opponent understandably tried to mix things up, I did not react in the best way. After a … Continue reading →

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4NCL Division 3 2013-14: e2e4.org.uk 2 – Ashfield-Breadsall

Posted on January 16, 2014 by James Mansson

In contrast to round three, our round four match against Ashfield-Breadsall was a happier experience. The e2e4.org.uk second team notched up a 4-2 win, which put their campaign in the 4NCL third division back on track. My game ended up … Continue reading →

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