Overview
- FM William 'Bill' Goichberg has died at age 83, the Continental Chess Association announced.
- The trustees who have run Continental Chess during his recent illness — Bill Buklis, David Hater, Charles Hatherill, Steve Immitt and Bob Messenger — will continue day-to-day operations.
- Goichberg founded the Continental Chess Association in the 1960s and built it into a promoter of major U.S. events such as the World Open in Philadelphia and the Los Angeles Open.
- He originated rated scholastic tournaments and created the National Elementary, Junior High and High School Championships, expanding formal pathways for children to earn national and international ratings.
- Memorial arrangements are pending and Continental Chess says its continuity plan will preserve scheduled events and the organization’s role in helping players pursue FIDE ratings and norms.