In recognition of the work and effort new chessplayers bring to the tournaments while they struggle against more experienced chess players two awards are now offered: First, those playing in less than three tournaments can earn a medal for 2 points. Second, after five tournaments (in January) a trophy will be awarded in each section for the most cumulative points earned by a chessplayer new to our tournaments. (There is a minimum of three tournament competitions to qualify for this award. )