Author: Michael Siddle

Ron Evers Quickplay Tournament 2025

The Ron Evers Quick Play Tournament is always a highlight in the DCCA calendar, taking place so close to Christmas and being an opportunity to meet up with other clubs in a fairly informal atmosphere. 2025 was no exception in this respect, and it was really pleasing to see another new club enter the tournament. Welcome to Thornaby from us all!

There were many memorable moments throughout the day, but seeing two women players competing on Board 1 against each other was perhaps the most positive sign that we have some real talent in the county that we can encourage and develop. The other highlight for me as an organiser was the extent to which our chess clubs are building their capacity and ensuring sustainability for the future; South Shields entering 4 teams and Peterlee 2 is testament to how well we’re doing in this respect.

And now to the winners…

In their first year of entering the tournament, I’m delighted to say that Thornaby came away as winners. Congratulations from us all!

On a finishing note, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank Bryan Bainbridge for organising the event; it’s a lot of hard work ensuring that these things run smoothly. Also, thanks must go to Durham University and Jack Lally for arranging the venue for us.

I look forward to the continuing success of the Ron Evers Tournament in 2026.

Mark Edmundson (Bishop Auckland Co Durham League Captain)