Category Archives: McArthur Cup

McArthur Cup 2013-14: Horsham – Brighton

Posted on March 5, 2014 by James Mansson

Once again Horsham came up against Brighton in the McArthur Cup, and once again we were defeated. Gavin and Mike picked up a couple of draws on the top boards [Update: Mike in fact won!], but the rest of the … Continue reading →

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McArthur Cup 2013-14: Horsham – Woodpushers

Posted on January 18, 2014 by James Mansson

Unlike the last couple of years, Horsham was able to make some progress in the McArthur Cup on Tuesday night. They scored an easy win against Woodpushers in Hove. My game on board three against Julian Clark [not Clath as … Continue reading →

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McArthur Cup 2012-13: Horsham – Brighton

Posted on January 16, 2013 by James Mansson

As documented on the Horsham Chess Club website here, Horsham’s attempt to progress in the McArthur Cup once again failed at the first hurdle, as we once again lost to Brighton.

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McArthur Cup 2011-12: Horsham – Brighton

Posted on January 19, 2012 by James Mansson

Last Tuesday saw Horsham’s first match in the McArthur Cup for many years. We had something of a (re-)baptism of fire, being paired against Brighton, one of the strongest sides in Sussex. Unlike the Mid-Sussex League matches, there is a … Continue reading →

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