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2026 Sioux Falls Open Results

Congratulations to all our Sioux Falls Winners! Nels Truelson placed first, followed by Kunyang Li (Open Champion), Josiah Jorenby, Elenora Merritt and Sam Nesbitt.

Other top Scholastic winners are Carlos Casanova and James Welch.

Stay tuned for other events! See Results Here or Click Winner List Below

Nels Truelson – 1st Place
Sam Nesbitt – Top U1600 – 4 Out of 5 Points
James Welch – Sioux Falls Scholastic Champion
Kunyang Li – Sioux Falls Open Champion
Coale Devish – 2nd Place U1200

Tournament Directors and Help

We are in need of more tournament directors, sponsors and help to put on tournaments throughout South Dakota. Please contact Dustin Ferguson at dustinferguson24@gmail.com if interested in helping with future tournaments, providing supplies or venues for future tournaments. South Dakota chess is growing, but we need your help to continue to foster chess education and growth in this great state!

Donate to SDCA or Pay Tournament Fees with PayPal

SDCA is always in need of more help to keep chess in South Dakota. Please consider donating to help sustain prize funds for state tournaments, travel expenses for state scholastic/kids and to buy more materials. Tournament fees may also be paid at this same link. (Click the picture below)

SD Chess Association

The sdchess.org website is home to the South Dakota Chess Association (SDCA). SDCA is a not for profit organization based in South Dakota, USA. SDCA is the official USCF affiliate for the state of South Dakota and is led by a core of volunteers to promote the game in the state and beyond.