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http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/

Chess Team, Chess Club, Online Chess Education, Summer Chess Camps, and more! Snacks provided!

UT Dallas has a unique chess program that offers something for everyone! For CHESS TALENTS and PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS: Chess Team
http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/chess-team/

For UTD CHESS MANIACS: Join our Chess Club! We are meeting every Friday in FO 1.202 between 2:30 and 5:30. http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/chess-club/

For ONLINE CHESS EDUCATION: Courses for College Credit
http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/education-camp/chess-in-education.html

For CHESS KIDS: Our famous Summer Chess Camps! http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/education-camp/camp.html

10/20/2026

♟️ Congratulations to WIM Munkhzul Davaakhuu on an outstanding performance at the 4th Gulf Coast October Open in Estero, Florida, held October 16-18, 2026. The event featured a strong field of players competing in a 5-round Swiss format where Zula finished tied for first place.

Munkhzul capped off her tournament with an impressive Round 5 victory over FM Julio A. Morella, demonstrating the fighting spirit and consistency that have become hallmarks of her play.

Munkhzul picked up 24 rating points and is now above 2300 USCF.

Congratulations on another strong result and on representing women's chess at the highest level. We look forward to following your continued success across future events!

10/19/2026

️🏆 Champions!

The University of Texas at Dallas Chess Team delivered an incredible performance at the 2026 Texas Collegiate Super Finals which took place in Brownsville on Oct 17-18, with UT Dallas A capturing 1st place and UT Dallas B earning a strong 3rd place finish among Texas' top collegiate chess programs. UTD A finished undefeated with 3 wins and 1 draw, showcasing the depth, talent, and excellence that continue to make UT Dallas a national chess powerhouse. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes on an outstanding tournament! 💙🧡

Standings
https://s2.chess-results.com/tnr1515428.aspx?lan=1&fbclid=IwdGRjcAVA68hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUQhrvcfUz-CFUdFurF8PnmvxMRbmRHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5nWQmLabO_T1l4E1opJPBZE6z106Iue6cJEBK51hSL7lSdNVkdEDLy6eT4qA_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Games
https://lichess.org/broadcast/2026-texas-collegiate-super-finals/round-4/c2KDfAD1

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09/10/2026

♟️🏆 DOUBLE CHAMPIONS AND A COLLEGIATE TITLE FOR UTD CHESS! 🏆♟️

The University of Texas at Dallas Chess Team delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Southern California Open, held September 4-7 in Glendale, California, against a world-class field of grandmasters, international masters, and top competitors from around the globe.

🥇 GM Aditya Sachin Samant finished tied for 1st Place in the Open Section, scoring an undefeated 5/6 performance.

🥇 WIM Munkhzul Davaakhuu captured 1st Place in the Under 2300 Section, earning another tournament championship and continuing her strong run of results.

🎓 The Comets also secured 1st Place Collegiate Team, claiming top honors among college programs competing in the event.

Congratulations to Aditya, Munkhzul, and all of our players on an incredible Labor Day weekend representing UTD on the national stage. ☄️💚

https://www.kingregistration.com/results/2026_SoCal_Open/standings

https://glendaleplayschess.com/blog/southern-california-open-2026-thank-you/

https://www.chess.com/events/2026-southern-california-open/games

09/06/2026

We loved having you in last Friday’s chess club meeting. For our next meeting on Sept. 11 we are hosting a monthly blitz tournament of 7 rounds at Founders 2nd floor atrium. Everyone is welcome to join regardless of their playing level. Join our discord for more info! We would hope to see you there!

09/04/2026

Looking for a place to connect with fellow students this semester?

♟️ The UTD Chess Club is back!

Come hang out, play a few games, learn new strategies, and meet students who share your passion for chess. All skill levels are welcome, from first-time players to experienced competitors.

The best part? You'll join a community that loves learning, competing, and having fun together.

See you at the board!

🔗 https://chess.utdallas.edu/team-club/chess-club/

09/01/2026

♟️ The 2026-27 Season is Underway!

We officially kicked off the year with our first First Team meeting, bringing together our student-athletes as we set our sights on another exciting season of competition and achievement.

The meeting was an opportunity to reflect on an incredible summer, highlighted by our team's outstanding 4th place finish at the FIDE World University Team Championship, competing against some of the strongest university teams in the world.

We also recognized several players for their exceptional performances and contributions, celebrating individual accomplishments that continue to elevate our program.

The evening concluded with a wonderful team dinner, giving players, coaches, staff, and supporters a chance to connect, share stories, and build the camaraderie that makes our team special.

Here's to a successful 2026-27 season. Let's get to work! 💪♟️

08/20/2026

🌎♟️ The world stage. The world's best. The Comets delivered.

UT Dallas earned a Top 4 finish worldwide at the inaugural FIDE World University Team Chess Championships, Aug. 3-9 in Almaty, Kazakhstan going undefeated in pool play and battling all the way to a dramatic blitz tiebreaker in the match for third place.

Congratulations to our student competitors and coaches for representing UT Dallas with excellence on the global stage! 💫

https://news.utdallas.edu/campus-community/chess-world-tournament-2026/?utm_source=utd-today&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026-8-20

08/19/2026

♟️ Big congratulations to Reserve player Minh Tran on an outstanding tournament performance at the Houston City Championships, Aug 14-16, highlighted by a draw against a 2600-rated Grandmaster. Taking points off a player of that caliber is a remarkable achievement and a testament to Minh's hard work, preparation, and competitive spirit. We're proud to see him flying the flag for our Reserve squad. 👏🔥

https://ratings.uschess.org/event/202608160493

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http://www.utdallas.edu/chess/

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