Maine Chess Association

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Upcoming Events


Saturday, September 7, 2024: Baxter Academy First Saturday of the Month Tournament, Portland

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Saturday, October 5, 2024: Baxter Academy First Saturday of the Month Tournament, Portland

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Saturday October 12th, 2024: Farmington Open, Farmington

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Saturday, November 2, 2024: Baxter Academy First Saturday of the Month Tournament, Portland

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Saturday, November 9, 2024: Maine Senior's Chess Championship

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Saturday, November 9, 2024: 2024 South Portland HS Tournament, South Portland

Saturday, December 7, 2024: Baxter Academy First Saturday of the Month Tournament, Portland

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Saturday, January 11th, 2024: 2025 Pond Cove Tournament, Cape Elizabeth

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Join The Maine Chess Association!

The Maine Chess Association promotes and encourages chess activity in Maine. You can support MECA by becoming a member. Your membership will directly benefit chess at all levels in Maine.


Annual Dues are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for students.

The Maine Chess Association (MECA) is a statewide, incorporated, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes various chess related activities in Maine such as United States Chess Federation rated tournaments, match play between local chess clubs and scholastic events. Donations are welcomed and are tax deductible.

Your membership gives you the ability to compete in the Maine Chess Player of the Year, and helps to support chess in Maine. 

Adult Maine Chess Association (MECA) Memberships (NOT US Chess Memberships)

Student MECA Memberships (not US Chess memberships)

Life MECA Membership