Schachfreunde Lieme e. V.

Schachfreunde Lieme e.V. (SF Lieme) is a prominent chess club located in Lemgo, Germany. The club is renowned for its strong emphasis on youth chess, offering a comprehensive youth program that includes training, championships, and participation in the Lippe Junior Cup. SF Lieme competes in various leagues, from the high-level NRW-Liga 1 to local Kreisliga, with at least four senior teams. The club hosts several tournaments, such as the Blitz Championship and the Lippe Cup, and maintains a rich historical archive. Regular training and game evenings are held at the community hall, welcoming guests to join. Recent achievements include the U14 team becoming champions of the Verbandsklasse Gruppe Nord and significant success in regional school chess tournaments. Training sessions often focus on legendary chess figures, such as José Raúl Capablanca.