
Gala Night, 241Awards 2024 Edition!
Greetings, dear community! In this last article of the year, we will explore our positions in the match and chessvote rankings, the highlights of the year, the presentation of the "241Awards" and festive greetings to all our members.
During 2024, our club has experienced sustained growth being once again the club with the most regular live events (254 between Arenas, Multiclubs and Live Matches); the club with an event every day of the year (254 live events, 60 matches and 53 Chessvotes total 367); the club that awards more than 5000 awards and recognitions to its members; and the most creative and best organized club with AI assistance.
The 241 stands out for marking Season, Rest and Preseason times; This year we have added Friends Month (July) and Gamer Month (August) to the classics of Halloween (lasts all of October) and Christmas (lasts two months, from November to January), if it were up to us Christmas would be all year round.
To date we are +1300 members from all countries and regions of the world (241), passionate about chess and committed to the competitive and friendly spirit of the Global Citizens Club (241). We remember December 1, 2022 when we reached 100 members, and December 1, 2023 when we reached 1000 members, we have always valued all our members by treating them with respect and affection.
Club Positions in the Rankings
In Matches (Correspondence Chess - Daily), we continue to achieve important victories compared to 2023 with clubs located in the top 10 and top 100. In this season we played 43% more matches than in the 2023 season, reaching 60 matches of which 10% were 960 games.
This year we had the satisfaction of beating the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th. Out of 8 pending matches there are 2 clear victories, 3 draws and in chessvotes there are 3, with 1 clear victory.
We are currently in position 634 with 63.5% of games won.
In Chessvotes, we are in position 294 with 83% of games won, with 53 games played, 241% more than those played in 2023 which were 22, of which 17% are 960 games
WOW! Marca, mente, mistica_mente! Beyond the passport, 241 is much more than a number. Facu and I see it everywhere (license plate of a car, number plate of a delivery truck, etc.) and we joke daily about this connection that we feel finds patterns and assigns meaning. To my son's amazement, I explained to him that it represents the heart of the club, of our community, and it is an idea that links to our values of friendship, creativity, family and passion for chess. That is already magical enough!
Now, it is surprising because it seems that the number "241" appears again unexpectedly now in the statistics, the number manifests itself in a mysterious way in different aspects of our activities, almost like a magical coincidence or a sign that connects our efforts and results. Will it be a bridge between the everyday and the special?
Friends, we did not plan the 241% increase in Chessvotes games, this is a reflection of the collective effort, the growth and the special energy that surrounds our club.
Member Awards and Recognitions during 2024
We have awarded 1427 awards and prizes, digital trophies: 882 "Great Show" (awarded to players of the match teams and other club nominations), 370 "Vote Chess Team Work" (awarded to players of the chess teams by vote), 118 "Heart of Lion" (awarded to players who have shown their competitive spirit in the club events), 6 "Weight of the World" (awarded to members with a full passport) and 81 "Let's Celebrate" for the "241Awards" (2024)
Not counted: more than 2000 Trophies awarded for: "Happy Easter", "Dance Steps", "Merry Christmas!", "Have a great new year!", etc. Medals and badges: 1500, we estimate a total of around 5000 awards, recognitions and trophies.
The “241Awards” of the Year 2024 (81)
First of all we want to say that the 241 has very talented members.
Special recognition "241Award" chess.com community
The Top#1 in Bullet, Global chess.com ranking : ArkadiyKhromaev reached first place as a member of our club (2023), developing a subcategory with his "amazing 15 seconds". He is currently pursuing a dream which is to face GM Hikaru Nakamura with his specialty at 15s, so he is clearly a fan of his club being the only club he belongs to.
The achievements of our Ambassadors and each of them receives a “241Award” for having the highest score of the club in their modality.
Ambassador, the club's highest score in Bullet in 2024: @Chameleon_94 (Top#No data)
Ambassador, the club's highest score in Rapid in 2024: @Khvicha_Supatashvili (Top#15)
Ambassador, the club's highest score in Blitz in 2024: @Chameleon_94 (Top#253)
Ambassador, the club's highest score in Daily in 2024: @furiously-fast (Top#85)
Below, each of the above mentioned in their respective categories receives a "241Award"
The Best Matches Player of the PreSeason 2024: @anafos255
Excellent chess.com Player with Open Game Records +2500: @Damjan1989
Best Multiclub Player of the Main Event for 2nd Anniversary: @Damjan1989
The Most Terrifying Gladiator of Halloween: @nostromochess
The Best Halloween Streamer: @MasterChessFacu
The Kings of the Year
The Chameleon King 241 of the Year 2024: @stemis, highlighting his performance in the monthly tournaments and also in our Wednesday and Thursday Arenas.
The King of the 241 Nations of the Year 2024: @anafos255, obtaining more tournaments won in our Saturday Arena.
The King of the 241 Flags of the Year 2024: @anafos255, with more victories with our traditional Sunday Arena.
The King of the Passport 241 Series of the Year 2024: @anafos255, he has demonstrated his skill in the different variants of chess, being the champion in the most editions of the Series.
Top Players of the Year
The Best Blitz Player of the Year 2024: @anafos255 (most tournament wins)
The 2nd Best Blitz Player of the Year 2024: @stemis (most tournament wins)
The 3rd Best Blitz Player of the Year 2024: @TokudaShigeoJr (most tournament wins)
The Best Rapid Player of the Year 2024: @anafos255 (most tournament wins)
The 2nd Best Rapid Player of the Year 2024: @stemis (most tournament wins)
The 3rd Best Rapid Player of the Year 2024: @TokudaShigeoJr (most tournament wins)
The Best Match Player of the Year 2024: @waspet (most representations and matches won)
The 2nd Best Match Player of the Year 2024: @stugiv ( " " " " " )
The 3rd Best Match Player of the Year 2024: @MasterMindV ( " " " " " )
The Best Chessvotes Player of the Year 2024: @MasterMindV (for leadership and most representations)
The 2nd Best Chessvotes Player of the Year 2024: @MasterChessFacu ( " " " " )
The 3rd Best Chessvotes player of the Year 2024: @MasterLola241 ( " " " " )
Performance in the 1st and only Live Match of the year 2024: @Damjan1989, @len2016, @MasterChessFacu and @MasterMindV
The Player Revelation of the Year 2024: @nostromochess (winner of several events)
The Best Solidarity Player of the Year 2024: @ORT1969 (outstanding participation in events)
The 2nd Best Solidarity Player of the Year 2024: @Romolonerva ( " " in events)
The 3rd Best Solidarity Player of the Year 2024: @kokalllllll12345 ( " " in events)
The Ideal Player of the Year 2024: @Anafos255 (according to all live categories)
Member with the Highest Participation in Events of the Year 2024 (38):
@anafos255, @stemis, @TokudaShigeoJr, @fouhad42, @moondog7911, @kokalllllll12345, @ORT1969, @stugiv, @waspet, @Damjan1989, @len2016, @amirferrari77, @jumush, @manya1969, @nostromochess, @spins5mE, @toughplaya, @markaxey, @JorgePellicerA, @Nando30238, @USMC_ibanez, @ashibpka, @tuci42, @Gerhard-Jahn, @Stingray72, @Durvalo, @BaronLakwa, @aleksandarjpavlovic, @Reytor66, @Oktavia, @MorelowyGrzyb, @Romolonerva, @Stormy, @Kleopatra222, @harveyshearer, @MasterLola241, @MasterChessFacu and @MasterMindV.
The Best Blogger of the Year 2024: @MasterChessFacu and @MasterMindV
The Best Creative Administrator of the Year 2024: @MasterMindV
Excellence in their Performance "241Talent" of the Year 2024: @stugIV, @stemis, @anafos255, @waspet and @nostromochess
To finish the delivery of the "241Awards" 2024 I make a Special Mention to all the members who represented their country and our club including those who are no longer in the club.
Many thanks and congratulations to the winners!
Hall of Fame 2024, "241Awards" Ceremony ✯★✯
This does not end here, tomorrow the 2025 Pre-Season begins, in two stages, December and January. And for the Christmas Lovers, there are the Christmas Opens, one for over 1200 and another for under 1200; and we launched the Multiclub 24 hours to be celebrated together in our great family of Chess.com (Rapid 10m Navi-Lovers Special #☮❤️ Arena)
Those clubs that wish to participate send us a private message.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all members and followers of our beloved club!
As we close out this year filled with challenges, learnings, and great achievements, we want to express our sincere gratitude to each and every one of you for your passion, commitment, and energy that have made our community a unique and vibrant space. The 241 Awards not only celebrate the talent and dedication of our players, streamers, and members, but also symbolize the spirit of unity and excellence that defines us as a club.
During this holiday season, we invite you to reflect on what you've experienced, celebrate every small triumph, and look to the future with enthusiasm. May this holiday season be filled with joy, peace, and unforgettable moments with your loved ones.
See you on the board in the new year, ready to reach new goals together!
With love,
The MasterFamily