The Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs is in the process of reviewing the Trinidad and Tobago National Sport Policy (NSP). As such the Ministry is seeking feedback of requisite stakeholders to inform the formulation of this paper. Please click on the link below to review the correspondence from the Ministry. Revision of the Trinidad and Tobago SportRead More
T&T Has 2 New FMs and 1 New WCM!
Twelve (12) players from Trinidad and Tobago participated in the recently concluded Sub Zonal Chess Championships in Barbados over the period April 28- May 2, 2016. The full contingent comprised: FEMALE WCM Aditi Soondarsingh-National Women’s Champion WCM Gabriella Johnson– National Under 16 Female Champion and runner up National Junior Female Champion Shemilah James-National Under 14Read More
TTCA CELEBRATES 80 YEARS -LOGO DESIGN COMPETITION
In 2016, we celebrate 80 years as the Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association. The theme we have adopted for 2016 is “Building productive, disciplined communities…One move at a time”. In the message from the TTCA President, Sonja Johnson, on this milestone in our organisation’s history, she indicated that a few activities have been proposed for commemoration ofRead More
TTCA CELEBRATES 80 YEARS
Dear Members of the Chess Community This year we mark an important milestone – eighty (80) years as the Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association (TTCA). The theme we have adopted for 2016 is “Building productive, disciplined communities…One move at a time”. The TTCA was founded in 1936 and became affiliated to FIDE in 1972. SinceRead More
TTCA Wins Top Sports Administration ( Small) for 2015
Dear Chess Community On Sunday 13th March, 2016, the Trinidad and Tobago Chess Association (TTCA) was presented with the award for top National Sporting Organisation-Small Category for 2015, for the first time. See picture attached. I felt honoured yet humbled to accept this prestigious Award, on behalf of the TTCA, . This milestone achievement cameRead More
Update: Della-Marie Walcott and Fund Raising Efforts
The TTCA and the friends and family of Della-Marie Walcott continue to express gratitude to the people of Trinidad and Tobago for their ongoing showers of love and support. Della-Marie is receiving very good care at Mt. Hope and her family continues to be hopeful. Please keep Della in your prayers. As indicated previously, persons can: MakeRead More
Overwhelming Support for Della-Marie
The family and friends of Della-Marie Walcott thank all persons who have supported the fund-raiser Curry Q at Hott Shoppe. Due to the overwhelming response, all tickets are sold out. However there are currently two available options for persons who are interested in supporting Della-Marie: Donation to account at Republic Bank Limited: Account number: 180801224831-FriendsRead More
National Swiss 2016
Dear chess community, Please be advised that the National Swiss Tournament will take place this weekend Venue, dates and times are as follows: VENUE : Rhand Credit Union, Port Of Spain DATE & TIME : Saturday 23rd – 10:00 am & 4:00 pm Read More
Let’s Rally around Della-Marie Walcott
This is an appeal for all members of the chess community and the general public to come to the assistance of one of our young talented players, Della-Marie Walcott, a 14 yr-old student of St. Joseph’s Convent, Port of Spain. On December 22, 2015 Della-Marie Walcott had to undergo emergency surgery to remove a cystRead More
NATIONAL JUNIOR UNDER 20 CHESS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2016
Post date: 18 January 2016 Tournament Dates: January 23, 24, 30 and 31. Two rounds per day with prize distribution on the afternoon of Sunday 31st. Venue: Rhand Credit Union, Port of Spain Registration: Online pre-registration form below and at the venue on Saturday 23 from 8:00am – 9:00am. Registration fee of $50.00. Only registeredRead More