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The
2008 Illinois State Checker Championship was held April
5th and April 6th at the Illinois Centre
Mall in Marion, IL. We congratulate all
participants for their outstanding play during
these two days.
Congratulations
to the Masters and Tournament
Champion Dr. Richard Beckwith of Willoughby, OH.
The
Illinois State Champion is Gene Ellison of Norris
City,
IL. Gene tied with Ramon Dionisio at 16
points each, but scored more honor points, 89 to
81. This is Gene's 2nd Illinois State
Championship in 3 years! Class
B winner is Jerry Askins of Kentucky, scoring even
with Bob Rice of Kentucky, but winning on honor
points 102 to 97.
The
Illinois State Checker Association is deeply
grateful for the continued support of the
beautiful Illinois Centre Mall for hosting the
championship. A generous donation from
the Williamson County Tourism Bureau contributed
to the prize pool from which $1,016.00 was won by
players. Many players enjoyed their special
accommodations provided by the Super 8 located
at 2601 W DeYoung.
Full
results can be seen on the tournament page.
Photo's
will be posted soon.
Thanks
again to all for a great tournament!
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