The Bermuda Cup is a renowned chess tournament organized by the Bermuda Chess Association, attracting players from around the world to compete in Bermuda’s vibrant chess scene. The event features various formats, including rapid and blitz games, offering participants a diverse and challenging experience. For instance, the Bermuda Rapid Chess Tournament 2024 was a 7-round Swiss system event with a time control of 25 minutes plus a 10-second increment per move. The Bermuda Cup serves as a platform for both local and international players to showcase their skills and enjoy the island’s unique hospitality.
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The Bermuda Chess Association (BCA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and supporting amateur chess throughout Bermuda. Its mission includes organizing chess tournaments in line with the World Chess Federation (FIDE) regulations and representing Bermuda in all chess-related matters.
The BCA hosts various tournaments, such as the Bermuda Triangle Tournament and the Bermuda Rapid Chess Tournament, providing platforms for players of all levels to compete and enhance their skills. chess
The association’s executive team comprises experienced individuals committed to the growth of chess in Bermuda, including:
- Nigel Freeman: President
- Andrea Marshall-Harris: FIDE Delegate and General Secretary
- Moses Mufandaedza: Treasurerchess
- Nick Faulks: FIDE Qualification Commission
- Sergey Goncharov: Rating Officer
- Sami Lill: National Arbiter
- Mark Flanagan: FIDE Instructor and National Arbiter
- Don Dacres: National Arbiter
The BCA also emphasizes youth development, celebrating achievements of young talents and facilitating training programs to nurture the next generation of chess players in Bermuda.