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About the association

We grow
the game.

The South Dakota Chess Association is a volunteer-led nonprofit and the official US Chess affiliate for South Dakota. We teach, organize, connect, and preserve chess culture across the state.

01

Teach

Cooperate with schools, colleges, hospitals, military bases, community centers, and recreation programs.

02

Compete

Conduct tournaments and create opportunities for players of every age and level.

03

Connect

Share information through publications, representatives, clubs, and this website.

Board information

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volunteers.

01Gary SchusterPresident
02Dan MerchantVice President
03Andrew KramerTreasurer / Secretary
04Richard BurgessWest River Coordinator
05Todd CrooksCentral District Coordinator
06Jim PerryEast River Coordinator
07Jeff BarthSioux Falls Coordinator

From the president

News from
around the board.

Read announcements, meeting notices, and the President's Newsletter. Members may attend association meetings and vote according to the bylaws.

President's Newsletter ↗Constitution + bylaws ↗Contact the board →

Lend a hand

South Dakota chess is growing.

We need tournament directors, sponsors, venues, equipment, and local organizers to keep it moving.