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References
- ↑ McPhillips is Irelands newest FM, ennischessclub.wordpress.com, January 11th, 2015
- ↑ Gonzaga Classics, IRLchess.com
- ↑ ICU International Selection 2005, icu.ie
- ↑ IRLchess - Players, irlchess.com
- ↑ Armstrong Cup, irishchesshistory.wordpress.com
