Békési TE Chess Department

Békési TE Chess Department is a Hungarian tournament organizer based in Békés, Hungary. Over the years, it has supported organized chess in Békés County through club competition and event delivery. As a result, the department is known as a dependable local hub for competitive over-the-board chess.

In addition, the department helps run the Csomós János Memorial in Gyula, including the 5th edition in 2026. The event is a well-structured open chess tournament designed as a FIDE-rated tournament with a clear Swiss system schedule. Moreover, it is played as classical chess with strict notation and standard fair-play procedures.

Furthermore, the club maintains an active regional presence through league play, local tournaments, and community chess activities. For example, its organizers regularly deliver rapid chess and blitz chess events that complement the main classical calendar. Consequently, Békési TE supports both ambitious adult players and a growing junior chess program pathway in the wider Békés area.