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SM Karthik Rangarajan
2520
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 NM Frankie Newton
2282
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NM Daniel Tapia
2201
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NM Justin Daniel
2191
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Chris Mabe
2124
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Keith Eubanks
2058
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 Todd Trower
2048
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 NM Leland Fuerstman
2035
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Shawn Pealer
2033
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NM Daniel Liu
2000
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CCC NEWS & VIEWS 12-30-04

Newton Leads Top; Katz "B"; Hofer "C"; 10 Way Tie!? in Lower Section of  Wendy's LXII
Charlotte, NC 12-29-04:  A predictably light turnout of only 22 of the Metrolina area's most avid competitors congregated at this Time Square of chess facilities more commonly known as Wendy's in order to participate in Rd:3 of Wendy's LXII. In the Top Section, the CCC's #2 player, 2004 CCC Player of the Year, NC Invitational Champion NM Frankie "Neutron" Newton (2282) ignited some early pyrotechnics of his own against 2004 CCC "A" Player of the Year Expert Shawn "Arlo" Pealer (2033) to lead with 2.5-.5. One half point back is 2004 Editor of Best NC Website of the Year NM Leland "Pulitzer" Fuerstman (2035) who promised an autographed hard back copy of his celebrated book, "How to Win with Lone Knight and Pawns of the Opposite Color versus Lone Bishop and Pawns" McKay, 1985 Hardback $24.95 to Patrick "Fabio" McCartney (1963) (See Game 0443) (whirlwindchess.com has it for $16.50!). In addition, the good Reverend Bernard "King" Baker (1843) tugged on Superman's cape before breaking out the kryptonite against Clarke "Kent" Brosi (1802). In the "B" Section, the 2004 CCC "D" Player of the Year and Most Improved Player of the Year, Marty "Fritz" Katz (1640) beat down Paul "Survivalist" Lucas (1623) to lead with 3-0. In addition, Laura "Karate Kid" Lee (1698) coldcocked Viktor "the Mad Russian" Ozherelyev (1613) while "Sponge" Bob Moore (1700) subverted the coup of Dave "Ameen" Eadie (1561). In the "C" Section, Don "Juan" Hofer (1485) outplayed Spencer "Jazzman" Singleton (1465) to lead with 2.5-.5. In addition, Winfred "Guns" Gatlin (1532) welcomed newcomer Sylvester "Sly" Hubbard (Unr) to the CCC. In the Lower Section, wins were turned in by Ilgin "the Mad Turk" Birsan, Shawn "Ashley" Langston and newcomer Joseph Alexander making for a 10 way tie for the lead with 1 point?! All results may be observed on the "Current Crosstable"  Editor Needs Games; Please E-mail to: lelandfue@yahoo.com
1st Annual CCC Party a Grand Success! Newton named CCC "Player of the Year!" Simo Yields One Gift as Dave Eadie Wins!
Charlotte,  NC 12-18-04:  Approximately one third of the members of the Charlotte Chess Club, and various family members, friends and visitors converged upon the well decorated Presidential Ballroom of the Ole' Smokehouse Dining Room to enjoy a "free" round of chess, "free" lunch, door prizes and finally a "free" seat to play North Carolina's highest rated player, SM Karthik "Rajah" Rangarajan (2520) in a simultaneous exhibition. The extremely entertaining five hour, 16 player event went pretty much as expected until late Draws were granted to Clarke "Kent" Brosi (1803) and Slobodan "the Mad Serb" Sinanovic (1745). Finally, with 3 players remaining, Rangarajan tipped his King for the 1st time in his brief southern campaign to Dave "Ameen" Eadie (1561)! (See Game 0442) (Of course, simos are unrated...). With almost every competitor putting up stiff resistance, a final score of 13-2-1 was certainly an impressive showing. The morning began with one round of rated tournament play (See Crosstable) followed by a gift of $5 cash to each CCC member to offset the cost of lunch at the Smokehouse. An early afternoon serenade by Internationally renound guitarist/ vocalist/ songwriter Leland "Firstman" preceeded a drawing for 10 door prizes in the form of "Framed Chess Art" valued at $20 each and provided by Whirlwindchess.com. Next was the presentation of awards to CCC members. Gold leaf certificates were presented to Champions who had competed in at least 6 of the 22 CCC events in 2004 and played a total of at least 24 games. In general, the player with the greatest annual rating increase won the title. The results are as follows:
2004 Player of the Year
NM Frankie Newton
2004 Scholastic Player 
NM Daniel Tapia
2004 CCC Champion
SM Karthik Rangarajan
2004 Expert of the Year
Chris Mabe +145
2004 "A" Player of the Year
Shawn Pealer +110
2004 "B" Player of the Year
Ken Ivens +12
2004 "C" Player of the Year
Jonathan Hudson +224
2004 "D" Player of the Year
Martin Katz +391
2004 Most Improved Player 
Martin Katz +391!
2004 Most Improved Family
Team Wheeless +690!!
A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all. Special thanks to SM Karthik "Rajah" Rangarajan for donating his time with a superior performance, Shawn "Arlo" Pealer for donating the "Framed Chess Art," Amanda Braband for installing the lovely seasonal decorations and the CCC elders who helped defray the expenses. And, congratulations to all of the 2004 Charlotte Chess Club Champions! We WILL do this again next year. LF - Next Smokehouse January 15, 2005 -
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