Macclesfield `C` stand on the brink of glory following last night's win over East Cheshire `C`. However, 2 very tricky fixtures stand in their way. If Altrincham can come anywhere close to matching their form in the 1st fixture then a title decider at Wilmslow will surely follow.
It’s not good to win a match by default so the triumphalism normally associated with these Blogs will have to be put on hold. Marc on top board kicked off proceedings. After castling kingside and presumably lulling his opponent into a sense of security, Marc then commenced to launch a kingside pawn storm. His opponent refuted this but then missed a move and allowed Marc to liquidate into a won pawn endgame. Man with Hat had to endure a piece sacrifice and used most of his time finding accurate play. I am confident that analysis will show my position was sound but it sure didn’t feel like it until some large lady began to warm up her vocal chords. Tom played Keith for the 4th time in the last 2 seasons and this time experience came out on top. David S was last to finish. David looked to have good compensation for a piece but then he inexplicably threw everything but the kitchen sink in vain – Washer, dryer, fridge/freezer i.e a fully fitted kitchen. A 2-2 draw that turned into a 3-2 win by default. Our luck needs to hold out for one more match. Watch this space!