Skip to content Skip to footer

ACFI is the Arizona USCF State affiliate with a huge number of local chapters for walk-in play. See what we have in store for you!

The official US Chess State Affiliate for Arizona is the Arizona Chess Federation (ACFI). The role of the Arizona US Chess State Affiliate, represented by the ACFI , includes the following responsibilities:

Tournament Organization: The ACFI organizes chess tournaments throughout Arizona, catering to players of various skill levels and age groups. We ensure that these events are conducted according to US Chess rules and regulations, providing a fair and competitive environment for participants.

Chess Games

online

Over the board

in person tournaments

Chess Games

all over Arizona

Game Review

the best way to improve

HOW IT WORKS

Chess Games Around the state

Where can I find USCF tournaments?

Become a USCF Member or Affiliate

How to become a part of the nationwide network of chess players who enjoy, study, and compete.

Requirements for Arizona Title Chess Events

ACFI accepts proposals and expressions of interest for the running of chess events that award state titles for Arizona Every State Championship

Upcoming Events

Tournament Schedule

FEATURED GAMES

Game Benefits

Benefits of Playing Chess Games

ACFI is a US Chess State affiliate in Arizona. CVisit our affiliates for walk-in play or register for a tournament. See what we have in store for you!

Teaches problem solving

Games can reduce stress

Encourages teamwork

Teaches to set goals

The ACFI Governing Board

Will Wharton

Vice President

Spencer Lower

Membership Officer

Debbie Maneth

REGION 1 (MARICOPA COUNTY) REPRESENTATIVE

Roy Tokeshi

Region 1 (Maricopa County) Representative

Robby Adamson

REGION 2 (PIMA, SANTA CRUZ AND COCHISE COUNTIES) REPRESENTATIVE

Michelle Martinez

REGION 2 (PIMA, SANTA CRUZ AND COCHISE COUNTIES) REPRESENTATIVE

Bill Cheney

REGION 3 (APACHE, COCONINO, GILA, GRAHAM, GREENLEE, LA PAZ, MOHAVE, NAVAJO, PINAL, YAVAPAI, AND YUMA COUNTIES) REPRESENTATIVE

Jim Higgs

REGION 3 (APACHE, COCONINO, GILA, GRAHAM, GREENLEE, LA PAZ, MOHAVE, NAVAJO, PINAL, YAVAPAI, AND YUMA COUNTIES) REPRESENTATIVE