Stuart Rachels – Hall of Fame Class of 2021

Stuart Rachels is Alabama’s greatest player of the 20th century. He is a five-time Alabama State Champion, a U.S. Junior Champion, a U.S. Co-Champion, and an International Master. After his family moved to Alabama in the late 1970s, Stuart learn

Update from Chess In Schools

Good things have been happening for Chess in Schools (CIS) in recent months. You will recall that ACF started this organization to administer the Alabama Chess in Schools (ACIS) program in 2015. When the program ended in 2019, CIS turned its attent

State Champions

The Alabama State Chess Championship (ASCC) is typically held every year in September. Considered to be the state's preeminent event, the Alabamian who wins the ASCC's top section brings with it the state's most sought-after title, that of Alabama St

State Scholastic Championships This Weekend – The Rules

With the state scholastic championships upcoming this weekend, the registration is already closed. However, for those who are playing, or are simply interested in tournament rules, here is a link to a recorded player/parent/coach meeting and PowerPoi

February 2021 Month in Review

Brrr!!! A cold month outside, but the chess was hot in February! As COVID wanes, chess has been heating up in Alabama. On the 13th, The Alabama Chess Federation (ACF) hosted its 2nd Online Grand Prix event. The Madison City Chess League (MCCL)