2012 CCSCSL Invitational – GM/IM Norm Event – Final Recap: 2012.11.30

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Description: Although no norms were achieved at the 2012 CCSCSL Invitational, many young players earned valuable experience in their ongoing quest for GM and IM norms.

December 2, 2012 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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Although no norms were achieved at the 2012 CCSCSL Invitational, many young players earned valuable experience in their ongoing quest for GM and IM norms.

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