The candidates for the 2026 board election are as follows:
| Candidate Name | Region | Incumbent |
| Jonathan Huerta | Region VIII | Yes |
| Kirk A. Tribes | Region V | Yes |
| Estanislao J Anzaldua | Region II | No |
| Atharva Jillhewar | Region V | No |
Candidates are listed in the order of when the filing form was completed. All of these candidates were verified to be eligible to be on the ballot. Other members may campaign as write-in candidates.
Voting will be held in August. The two candidates who receive the most votes will be elected for a four-year term beginning at the annual membership meeting in September. Please see this post for more election information.
For questions, please contact: admin@texaschess.org
