Ocean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
Frank C. DelBonis, President
Frank DelBonis, is the highest Certified T.D. in R.I. as an Associate National USCF Tournament Director with three decades of experience. Frank has dedicated his life to helping improve chess. He has Directed over 300+ tournaments for the U.S. Chess Federation including National Events. OSCA currently organizes the majority of the Tournaments in Rhode Island and the OSCA High School, Middle School, and Elementary School Leagues competitions, but is also committed to improving chess in our region. In 2024, Frank was elected President of the New England Chess Association (NECA) and in the past has served on the board of Directors of the Massachusetts Chess Association (MACA). His high school and middle school chess teams have won numerous R.I. State and League Championships and his teams have attended 14 U.S. National Championships. As a long time Social Studies & ESL Teacher, Chess Coach, and Adjunct Professor, he has dedicated his life to helping promote chess for students and adults. Frank has a B.A. Degree from the University of Rhode Island, and a M.A. from Brown University. In the past was the original Founder & President of South East New England Chess Association (SENECA) for 27 years, and now Directs Ocean State Chess the US Chess Federation R.I. State Affiliate. Frank continues to build chess programs and help students in the inner-city for the past 35 years. He has never been paid for his work at Ocean State Chess, but continuously volunteers to re-invest any proceeds to help schools, higher education institutions, and organize better chess tournaments in Rhode Island.
Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com
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Kevin Carriere, Vice-President
Kevin Carriere is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Stonehill College with a deep passion for education and chess. Born, raised, and now residing in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, Kevin has been playing chess since childhood passed down from his grandfather. He has a PhD in Psychology and a Master’s of Public Policy from Georgetown University, and a BA from Clark University. He is the College Chess Club Advisor for the Stonehill Chess Club and is committed to promoting chess and fostering a love for learning among students. Kevin is currently a USCF Tournament Director and is working towards his Senior TD Certification in order to further contribute to the Rhode Island chess community. His ;eadership skills have helped OSCA thrive this past year.
Email: krcarriere@gmail.com
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Daniel A. Amadio, Treasurer
Daniel Amadio, is a Local USCF Tournament Director, and has been a chess coach for almost 30 years. He earned a Math Degree from the University of Rhode Island and Teaching Certification after MAT courses at RI College. Dan is a humble and dedicated teacher and coach to his students and everyone in the Rhode Island Chess Community. He has been the Instructional Lead Math Teacher at Central Falls High School for many years. His teams have won many state championship titles including 3 consecutive undefeated seasons in the Rhode Island Chess League, and his students have attended the U.S. Chess Nationals 4 times. Dan has provided the students of Central Falls with opportunities for personal growth and success over the years. He teaches advanced math for the Upward Bound Program at R.I. College and he is a very strong player.
Email: danamadio@yahoo.com
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Jordan Ashton, Secretary
Jordan Ashton is a USCF Tournament Director and participates in every OSCA chess tournament and President of the Cranston Chess Club in Rhode Island. He is a distinguished Senior computer programmer, software engineer, and developer. He has a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science from the University of Rhode Island and specializes in web application development in Outsystems. Jordan continuously contributes to the betterment of the Rhode Island chess community by coaching and supporting chess programs and tournaments all over Rhode Island.
Email: jashtondev@gmail.com
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Michael Clark, Member-At-Large
Michael Clark, a lifelong Rhode Islander, former Rhode Island High School Chess Champion, and chess player for 29 years, brings a deep love for the game and professional expertise in technology and cybersecurity to the Ocean State Chess Association. He is passionate about using technology to expand access to chess while protecting the integrity of competition. Mike, rated over 2000, also strongly advocates for in-person tournaments that build community. Finally, Mike is always working to ensure the Rhode Island Chess Community strikes the right balance between digital innovation and the traditions that make chess so rewarding.
Email: detente.tiers3z@icloud.com
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Matthew Freeman, Member-At-Large
Matthew Freeman, is the 2025 Rhode Island State Chess Champion and has a long history of playing in over 300+ Tournaments and has a vast knowledge of chess and governance. He is also a certified Local Tournament Director and working towards becoming a Senior TD. Matt is also a successful chess coach in Rhode Island with multiple State Scholastic Championships and helps many R.I. adult players improve their skills.
Email: raisethecurve@gmail.com
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Katie Lee, Director of Player Engagement & Women-Girls Chess Coordinator
Katie is our Ocean State Chess Women/Girls Coordinator in Rhode Island. Katie is an avid chess player and supports chess in so many ways. She graduated with a degree in Economics and is currently earning a second degree in Electrical Engineering. Katie plays in OSCA Tournaments, chess clubs and often provides homecooked food from her garden that she brings to our chess events. She is a very friendly adventurous person and has become a very active part of the RI Chess community and helping expand Women/Girls Chess in our state. Katie was awarded Ocean State Chess Association’s “2024 Rhode Island Chess Woman of the Year.”
Email: katie.oceanstatechess@gmail.com
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The current OSCA Board of Directors were all elected by the Rhode Island U.S. Chess Membership in 2025
If you are interested on serving on the Board of Directors, please contact us!