World Chessboxing Association
The World Chessboxing Association (WCBA) is the governing body of chess boxing. The WCBA was founded in 2013 and has its headquarters in London, England. Its current president is Tim Woolgar who was the chess boxing UK champion at heavyweight.
| Abbreviation | WCBA |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2013 |
| Purpose | To develop, promote and support chessboxing and chessboxers, worldwide. |
| Headquarters |  |
| Location |
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Region served | Worldwide |
Official language | English |
President | Tim Woolgar |
| Affiliations | 4 national organizations |
| Website | http://worldchessboxing.com/ |
History
The World Chessboxing Association split from World Chess Boxing Organization(WCBO) and it was established in 2013 by Tim Woolgar to accelerate developing chess boxing industry. The champions of WBCO are also sanctioned as the champions by WCBA.[1]
The WCBA is going to promote a tournament to decide the new world heavyweight champion in 2013.
Affiliates
- UK Chessboxing Association
- Spanish Chessboxing Association
- Russian Chessboxing Organisation
- Italian Chessboxing Federation
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See also
- Chess boxing
- World Chess Boxing Organization
- List of Chess boxing champions
References
- Woolgar, Tim. "WCBA". Retrieved 15 June 2013.
External links
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