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| David Carr Jr (at right with Black pieces) won his game against Wilson Liu in the final round of the Club Championship. |
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 28, 2026 –
12-Year-Old David Carr Jr. Wins the 3rd Matt Parry Memorial Club Championship
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Community Chess Club of Rochester (CCCR) crowned a new champion on Wednesday evening as 12-year-old David Carr Jr. of Hilton, New York completed a remarkable undefeated run to claim first place in the 3rd Matt Parry Memorial Club Championship with a perfect 4.0 score.
The final round was held on October 28, 2026, at the Rochester Chess Center, concluding four rounds of highly competitive play. Carr, a student at Merton Williams Middle School in Hilton, finished alone atop the standings after defeating Wilson Liu (1918) in the championship pairing on Board 1. Entering the round with a perfect score, Carr successfully navigated the pressure of the top board and secured the tournament title outright.
Playing at a tournament rating of 1971, Carr's performance was even more impressive than his rating suggested. His final performance rating of 2163 demonstrated master-level form throughout the event and established him as a deserving champion.
Final Round Highlights
The championship matchup featured Carr against fellow contender Wilson Liu. A victory guaranteed Carr sole possession of first place, and the young champion delivered when it mattered most.
Several other key games helped shape the final standings:
- Henry Swing (2055) defeated Wesley Ross (1770) on Board 2.
- Jacob Snell (2032) overcame Rolando Scrubb (1797) on Board 3.
- Thomas Weaver (1805) scored a victory against James Attaya (1500).
- Deyan Mihaylov (1610) defeated Nicholas Secours (1634).
- Nathan Pedersen (1345) upset Bill Pollifrone (1600).
- Michael Lionti (1423) defeated Dakaylah Winfield (1467).
- Chris Floro (1316) won against John Strazzabosco (1400).
- Joseph Sarratori (927) recorded a notable victory over Matthew Sherman (1357).
Two games ended peacefully, with Eric Luce and Adam Snyder drawing, as well as Nathan McKay and David Phelps splitting their point. Anastasia Gore and Chris Vaquero also agreed to a draw.
Final Standings
Carr's perfect score placed him a full point ahead of a talented chasing pack. Five players tied for second place with 3.0 points. Standard tie-breaks determined the final rankings for trophy and medal winners. Standard tie-breaks were used for cash prizes and were divided equally among players tied on score.
| Prize Winners | Player | Rating | Score | Performance |
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| 1st Place Trophy | David Carr Jr. | 1971 | 4.0 | 2163 |
| 2nd Place Trophy | Wilson Liu | 1918 | 3.0 | 1991 |
| 3rd Place Trophy | TJ Weaver | 1805 | 3.0 | 1923 |
| 4th Place Trophy | Henry Swing | 2055 | 3.0 | 1993 |
| 3 point score Runner-up | Jacob Snell | 2032 | 3.0 | 1902 |
| U2000 Medal | Wesley Ross | 1770 | 3.0 | 1969 |
| U1700 Medal | Adam Snyder | 1675 | 2.5 | 1604 |
| U1400 Medal | Nathan Pederson | 1345 | 2.0 | 1552 |
| U1100 Medal | Joe Sarratori | 927 | 1.5 | 1403 |
The event demonstrated considerable depth, with multiple players outperforming their pre-tournament ratings. Among the strongest performances were:
- David Carr Jr. (+192 points over rating performance)
- Joseph Sarratori (performance 1403 versus rating 927)
- Nathan Pedersen (performance 1552 versus rating 1345)
These results highlighted the competitive spirit and improving strength of Rochester-area chess players across all rating levels.
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A Bright Future for Rochester Chess
Carr's victory is particularly noteworthy because of his age. At just 12 years old, he navigated a field that included numerous experienced adult competitors and several players rated over 2000. His perfect score and tournament-leading performance rating suggest that Rochester chess fans may be witnessing the continued rise of one of the region's most promising young talents.
The championship was contested under a G/80;d5 time control, giving players 80 minutes for the game with a 5-second delay per move, allowing for deep strategic battles and demanding endgame play.
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| Tournament Chief Ken McBride gives chess players their final instructions. |
Event Leadership and Volunteers
The tournament was directed by Chief Tournament Director Ken McBride, whose efforts helped ensure a smooth and successful championship.
The event was organized by Michael Lionti, with valuable assistance from tournament volunteers John Strazzabosco, Wilson Liu, and David Phelps. Their contributions helped make the 3rd Matt Parry Memorial Club Championship another successful chapter in the Community Chess Club of Rochester's growing tournament tradition.
As another club championship comes to a close, the Rochester chess community celebrates not only a worthy champion, but also the strong participation, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit displayed throughout the event.
For 2026, the title belongs to a new name: David Carr Jr., Community Chess Club of Rochester Champion.
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| Front Seated & Left to Right: TJ Weaver 3rd Place David Carr Jr - 1st Place Wilson Liu - 2nd Place Henry Swing - 4th Place TD & chess players in the background |
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