The International Checkers Association of North America (ICAONA) announces its First International Tournament in International Checkers - USA OPEN 2008 This is an official event included in Calendar of PanAmerican Federation. Expected participation of many players from different countries of North and South America.

Where Sunny Isles, Florida (fly to Miami (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (FLL) airports). When April 20-27, 2008. Opening and first round will be held on April 20, 2007 afternoon. Plan to arrive on April 19, 2008 and no later than morning of April 20, 2008. Plan to leave no earlier than late evening of April 26, 2008. Hotel Thunderbird Beach Resort Hotel Miami Address 18401 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles, FL 33160 Reservations (305) 931-7708 or (305) 931-7707. Mention "checker tournament" for the discounted rate. Rates $88.00 per day (for 2 people) + 13% tax for budget rooms. Rooms with kitchenettes are $10.00 more per day. Transportation The hotel is situated about 30 minutes driving from both airports, a little bit closer to FLL. Shuttle buses, taxis, and car rentals are available at both airports. A public bus stop next to the hotel can take you to South Beach and Miami sightseeing. Inscription Fee $US 100 Projected Prizes I place   - $800    II place  - $500       III place - $300 IV place - $175 V place  - $125 VI place - $100    Contact Kolman Turiy (631) 470-0555

The tournament started on Sunday, April 20, 2008 with 16 participants playing swiss system 7 rounds.
After 3rd round Dr. Leon Paul from Westbury, New York is still leading with 2 victories and a draw(5 pts),
followed by 7 players with 4 points each: Alexander Rudnitskiy (Sunny Isles, Florida), Jean Michelet Giraud (E Orange, New Jersey),
Andy Charles (Trinidad & Tobago), Robert Capriata (Miami, Florida), Grigory Solodukho (Brooklyn, New York),
Dickson Maughn (Trinidad & Tobago), Claude Bouloute (Miami, Florida).
Tournament table