Missouri Chess Association

The Missouri Chess Association (MCA) is the official US Chess-affiliated organization for the state of Missouri, promoting competitive chess across all ages and skill levels statewide. The MCA runs the Missouri State Open, scholastic championships at the K-12, middle school, elementary, and all-girls levels, and supports regional club tournaments throughout the state. The association also publishes the MCA Bulletin with tournament reports, game analysis, and historical records of Missouri state champions dating back to the 1970s.