Singapore Chess Federation (SCF)

The Singapore Chess Federation (SCF) is the national governing body for chess in Singapore. Founded in 1949, it oversees the promotion, organization and regulation of chess nationwide. Since then, SCF has grown from a small volunteer group into a modern, professionally run sports federation. It is recognized by FIDE, regional chess bodies and the main sports authorities in Singapore.

Furthermore, SCF is based at the Singapore Intellectual Games Centre in Bishan, which hosts many federation activities. Here it coordinates national championships, age-group events and school tournaments in classical, rapid and blitz formats. In addition, SCF runs selection events for international teams and festival-style opens such as the Singapore Chess Festival. Through training squads and coaching programmes, it provides clear pathways for talented juniors and ambitious adult players.

Today, the federation is led by a team of experienced players and officials. Key leaders include IM Hsu Li Yang as President and GM Kevin Goh as CEO. Moreover, SCF aims to build a thriving and inclusive chess community across the island. Therefore, its projects combine high-performance goals with outreach programmes in schools, community clubs and public events.