TournamentS
All Ages & Skill Levels
The tournaments allow students and chess enthusiasts to play in a fun, unrated tournament for all ages. Come join us to help our local schools and chess enthusiasts play in a fun, unrated tournament for all ages.
📅 November 9, 2026 • Round 1 at 6:30 PM
Bradley November Mini Tournament
Venue: Gemelli's Pizzeria, 2153 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311 • Registration: 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM
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USCF Swiss Format • Scholastic & Adults Sections • Check-in desk open until 6:25 PM • Pre-register online to secure your Round 1 board
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Bradley County Champions
Official tournament champions and historical championship records.
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| Year | Champion | Venue / City | Notes & Honors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
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Scott J. Heller
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Cleveland Middle School | 4.0/4 Perfect Score • Undefeated Champion |
| 2025 |
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Khalid Kalbiyev
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Cleveland Middle School | 3.5/4 Champion (3 Wins, 1 Draw) |
| 2024 |
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Christian Chavez
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Cleveland Middle School | 3.5/4 Champion (3 Wins, 1 Draw) |
| 2023 |
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Christian Chavez
|
Cleveland Middle School | 4.0/4 Perfect Score |
| 2022 |
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Mamie Dyer
|
Cleveland Middle School | |
| 2020-2021 | ⏸️ Cancelled due to COVID | Cleveland Middle School | Tournaments suspended during COVID-19 pandemic |
| 2019 |
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David Hewitt, Matt Rodante & Mike Heylen
|
Cleveland Middle School | Tri-Champions |
| 2018 |
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David Hewitt
|
Cleveland, TN | |
| 2017 |
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John Squires
|
Cleveland, TN | |
| 2016 |
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Mikhail Parakrestov
|
Cleveland, TN | |
| 2015 |
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Mikhail Parakrestov
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2014 |
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Craig Watts
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2013 |
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Gary Dyer
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2012 |
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Dutch Ehmann
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2011 |
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Christian Chavez
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2010 |
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Michael S. Gee & Robert Presswood
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Cleveland, TN | Co-Champions (3.5/4 Undefeated) |
| 2009 |
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Everlie Owens
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2008 |
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Christian Chavez & Richard Summey
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Cleveland, TN | Co-Champions |
| 2007 | ⏸️ No Championship Held | Cleveland, TN | Tournament suspended / not held for 2007 season |
| 2006 |
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Christian Chavez
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 2005 |
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Michael S. Gee
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Cleveland, TN | 4.5/5 Undefeated Champion (U) |
| 2004 |
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Michael S. Gee & Dutch Ehmann
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Cleveland, TN | Co-Champions (4.5/5 Undefeated) |
| 2003 |
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Michael S. Gee
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Cleveland, TN | 5.0/5 Perfect Score (P) • Undefeated Champion |
| 2002 |
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Matthew Yates & Robert Presswood
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Cleveland, TN | Co-Champions |
| 2001 |
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Michael S. Gee & Wayne Hedger
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Cleveland, TN | Co-Champions (4.5/5 Undefeated) |
| 2000 |
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Robert Presswood
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 1999 |
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James M. Hughes
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 1998 |
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Robert Presswood
|
Cleveland, TN | |
| 1997 |
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James M. Hughes
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 1996 |
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Michael A. Spencer
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Cleveland, TN | |
| 1995 |
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Michael S. Gee
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Cleveland, TN | 4.0/4 Perfect Score (P) • Inaugural Bradley County Champion |
Total Championships Held: 30 (30th Annual in 2026) • 2 Seasons Suspended
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