Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

[Larry Bevand]

Re: Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

The Chess'n Math Association Executive has unanimously voted to give Aman and Eric $2,000 each towards their exciting project! In return, we ask that they keep us posted on this site, about their journey (which based on previous experience, they would have done regardless :).

I will have the honour, on behalf of the Chess'n Math Association, to present these two talented youngsters with this sponsorship at the upcoming Canadian Open in Ottawa!

The Chess'n Math Association, Canada's National Scholastic Chess Organization, is a non-profit organization devoted to the development of chess in Canadian schools since 1985 ( www.chess-math.org ). When you make your purchase of chess books & equipment from us, you are contributing to Canadian chess. Your support allows us to help young Canadian talent in this way!

The Chess'n Math Association is the official supplier of Chess Books & Equipment for the Chess Federation of Canada and the Quebec Chess Federation.

Visit our website at www.strategygames.ca


Larry Bevand
Executive Director
Chess'n Math Association

[Gary Ruben]

Re: Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

That's great news, Larry! That's what I call investing in chess and chess players.

Many of us have been watching the progress Eric and Aman have been making and wish them all the best in their upcoming events.

[Gordon Ritchie]

Re: Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

Good stuff, Larry. I am sure it will be appreciated and used wisely.
Gordon

[Aman Hambleton]

Re: Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

Thank you to everyone who responded... so many positive comments! It's really nice to have such support for a big decision like this - so thank you once again to everyone.

@Gary Hua: We are trying to enter the very elite of the world, and give Canada and Canadians an active figure to rally behind in the chess world. There are some changes we'd like to make to the portrayal of chess at it's highest level and we can't make them unless we are a part of it! Much success to your son in his own chess pursuits.

@Frank Dixon: The climate and proximity to the beach in Valencia played a major role in our decision to call it home, and as you've pointed out the recession makes the housing prices very affordable. Spain in general enjoys a very high quality of life relative to the cost of living - and it also has a convenient airport. It's smaller than the massive ones like Barcelona or Madrid, but surprisingly accessible on a number of quality airlines. It's not surprising Kevin Spraggett lives nearby, and why so many top players (Anand, Topalov, etc) choose to live in Spain.

@Gordon Ritchie: Thanks so much. I have enjoyed my time spent in Ottawa, and the many tournaments I've been able to play both at the RA Chess Club and in the nearby provinces. Ottawa proved to be a great central hub for tournaments in Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal which I chose to play in as often as I could this past year. Let it be known the very close timeline that existed between joining the RA chess club and the beginning of my +230 ELO ascent! The Canadian Open in Ottawa will be a nice concluding event, I'm sincerely looking forward to the competition.

@Larry Bevand: You've left me speechless That's amazing news, I can't thank you enough Larry and the entire CMA team! Your generosity will most certainly be put to good use: training methods, plane tickets, and monthly rent in Valencia... it's a big help. I look forward to the sponsorship reveal in Ottawa, where I can thank you again in person. It's really a pleasure to have the financial backing of the Chess 'n' Math Association as we begin this new chapter of our chess careers. Thanks Larry!!

[Kevin Chung]

Re: Eric Hansen, Aman Hambleton - BIG NEWS

That's awesome guys, and best of luck! I'll be following you guys from time to time!