Photos from the 2007 R.I. Open

     

Clara Wang is an up and coming junior player.

Senior Master John Curdo is still a force to be reckoned with in NE chess.

                                                     

     

     A rare sight indeed.  TD Frank Delbonis actually playing at the board! Expert Dave Harris is the 2007 RI Open Champion as he finishes with 4.5 out of 5 points.

              
                                                                             

     

Several time State Champion Jim Della Selva finished tied for second in the Open Section. CWCC member Richard Dusza meditates on his next move.

 

      

CWCC TD John Magill was the chief TD for day two of the tournament.  JZ Perotta hopes that music can help him find good moves over the board.

 

     

 Mike Petrella had plenty to smile about as his 4.5 points in the U2000 section was good for $165 and clear first. John Venditto records a move.

 

     

Former RI high school standpoint Gary Point finished tied for second for the U2200 prize. Master Miro Reverby's attire shows the frigid conditions at RI College as the heating system was under repair.

 

     

An action shot of the competition ongoing in the U1600 players section. It's a family affair in round number 2 as Andrew Wang squares off against his father Frank.

 

     

The trophies selected by Frank Delbonis were of high quality and fitting for the RI Open The world of 64 squares is aptly captured by this elegant set of pieces at the tournament.