♟️ Club Identity

A.S.D. Scacchi “Città di Crema” is a chess club in Crema, Lombardy, Italy. The club gives local players a regular base for weekly chess, tournament preparation, social play, and competitive activity. Its club meetings take place at Sala Spazio Città on Via Kennedy 3/A in Crema, where players meet on Friday evenings. The club also maintains an active online presence with tournament news, team updates, youth activity, and practical information for members. In addition, it represents the Cremasco chess community through a steady program of local events and federation-rated competitions. This makes the club a useful point of reference for players who want organized chess in Crema and the surrounding area.

🏆 Tournament Activity

A.S.D. Scacchi “Città di Crema” organizes the Open Internazionale di Scacchi “Città di Crema”, also known as the Memorial Ottavio Ravaschietto. The 2026 edition is the 26th edition and takes place from September 4 to 6, 2026, at Sala Agello in Crema. The tournament includes Open A, Open B, and Open C sections, with classical time controls and FIDE/Italian rating procedures. The club also promotes rapid chess, youth events, and internal competitions. Its recent activity includes the Campionato Cremasco Rapid, Under 16 events for non-classified players, the Torneo di Carnevale, and participation in the Italian Team Championship. Therefore, players can find both serious rated chess and accessible local events through the same organizer.

🌱 Youth Chess and Community Activity

A.S.D. Scacchi “Città di Crema” supports youth chess and community chess through regular lessons, junior activity, and public events in Crema. The club runs a Saturday chess school for children, with annual registration that includes junior membership of the Italian Chess Federation. It also creates tournament opportunities for younger and newer players, including Under 16 events and beginner-friendly activities. Moreover, the club brings chess into public spaces through events at Centro Commerciale Gran Rondò, where rapid chess, youth play, lessons, and community participation help make chess more visible. As a result, the club offers a practical pathway for families, juniors, casual players, and rated competitors. Its work keeps chess active, welcoming, and easy to follow in the Cremasco area.