After six rounds, there are two undefeated teams: Uni High in the East and U-High in the West. Both lab schools are also at the top in point totals. Bismarck is now 5-1; the team is dedicated, hard working, and continuously improving. Even after losing several key players from last year, Bismarck continues to be a force in the ECICL. LaSalette and Mahomet are both 4-2. Mahomet picked off Charleston twice; this has to be welcome news to Mr. Pirtle, who saw his team struggle early on in the season. LaSalette actually lost its last two matches to a resurgent Bismarck.
The remaining teams are Charleston (3-3), Urbana (2-4), Heyworth (2-4), and Danville (2-2). Georgetown, Mattoon, and Olympia are still trying to get their first win.
East Central Illinois Chess League
