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The Cyprus Chess Federation governs, develops and celebrates chess across the island. Become a member, compete in FIDE-rated tournaments and join a growing community of players.
The life of chess in Cyprus.
KYSO was founded with the aim of enriching the culture of chess throughout the island. Today we run national championships, support local clubs and represent Cyprus at the Chess Olympiad and European competitions.
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Three pillars. One federation.
Tournaments
National championships, opens, rapid and blitz events sanctioned and FIDE-rated.
Membership
Affordable yearly membership giving you tournament access, ratings and federation support.
National Teams
We select and back the open, women's and youth teams that represent Cyprus internationally.
The National Teams
National Team
Our national team, with 5 excellent players, competes internationally in events such as the Chess Olympiads, and proudly represents Cyprus in the Small States Olympiads of Europe.
Women's Team
As of 2022, Cyprus has developed a successful women's national team, consisting of five outstanding players. The team successfully participated in the last Chess Olympiad in Chennai.
National Team K-16
We are back in full force this year (2023) with the K-16 National Team! At the U-16 Chess Olympiad in the Netherlands, the four players impressed us and prove that they are rising chess stars!
Licensed arbiters
Officials with a current annual KYSO Arbiter License, eligible to officiate FIDE-rated tournaments in Cyprus.
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Join the federation today.
Yearly membership unlocks tournament registration, your official KYSO athlete card and a FIDE-recognised rating profile.