NECA CHESS

05/31/2026

NECA’s offering summer camp in Darien . We are accepting students K-12. Limited spots available, sign up today!

https://www.dariensummerschool.com

(6/29/2026 - 7/2/2026
First week is only 4 days due to July 4th.)

MON 12:30 PM-3:30 PM

TUE 12:30 PM-3:30 PM

WED 12:30 PM-3:30 PM

THU 12:30 PM-3:30 PM

FRI 12:30 to 3:30 PM

Thank you ♟️

Darien Summer School is a learner-centered K-12 summer program offering academic classes, enrichment courses, and transition programs.

05/30/2026

🏆 Today, May 30, NECA is honored to support Make-A-Wish Connecticut at their wonderful event in Trumbull.
A huge thank you to the organization for this beautiful recognition, and an even bigger shoutout to Max! Max is a brave 9-year-old fighting lymphoma whose ultimate wish is to become a chess master. We are thrilled to support an organization that brings hope and strength to local children when they need it most. Keep playing, Max! ♟️✨

05/30/2026

05/04/2026

We are proudly fundraising for Make-A-Wish– will you join me by donating today?

When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy and anxiety with hope. The majority of wish kids go on to beat their critical illnesses, and research shows that a wish can help children build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight – giving them a better chance of surviving and thriving.

NECA is a proud sponsor and we would be honored for you to be too! Scan the QR code below or click on the link to donate.
https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishConnecticut?pg=personal&px=11487827&fr_id=7442

05/04/2026

Successful tournament today at King School in Stamford Sunday May 3rd, 2026. Thanks to all the parents and the determined 100 competitors!

🏆 Team Standings (Top 6)

1. Hindley School in Darien— 13.0 points
* Strong depth (12 players)
* Top scorers: Robert Braylovskiy (4.0), Chips Gostling (3.5)

2. Royle School in Darien— 11.5 points
* Same score as King but fewer players (5 total)
* Very efficient scoring
* Top: Smith Dias

3.King School in Stamford— 11.5 points
* Close second with 11 players
* Top scorers: Knox Cribbin (4.0), Antek Chociej (3.0)

4. Greenwich Country Day School (GCDS) — 10.5 points
* Leaders: Poppy Bruce (3.0), Dylan Vissicchio (3.0)

5. Ox Ridge School in Darien— 10.5 points
* Also tied with GCDS
* Top: Leo Sarver (4.0)

6. Bi-Cultural Day School in Stamford— 10.0 points
* Smaller roster (7 players)
* Standouts: Maxim Lysenko (4.0)

04/30/2026

NECA’s May 3rd tournament at King School is at maximum capacity. We are not accepting anymore registrations. Thank you, looking forward to seeing all the competitors ♟️

04/28/2026

We have 10 remaining slots available for the tournament this Sunday at King school in Stamford, May 3rd 2026. First match begins at 9:30, any other questions message our page. See you guys soon, thank you ♟️

04/17/2026

04/17/2026

NECA is hosting a tournament to end the school year, May 3, 2026 at King School in Stamford.

First match begins at 9:30 and this is not a rated game. Feel free to message our page for any other questions. Thank you ♟️

04/07/2026

Chess teaches more than strategy, it teaches patience and resilience. Watching a child slow down, think ahead, and trust their decision making is powerful. Interested in offering programs like this at your school? Visit yourafterschool.com! ♟️