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Adopt-A-Student, Adopt-A-School Drive

Our Scholastic Chess Program has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past year, and now we're asking you to be a part of its continued success!

Submitted by mwilmering on Tue., 12/13/2011 - 4:04 pm

The CCSCSL Invitational: Final Recap

GM Giorgi Kacheishvili turned in an impressive 8-1 result at the CCSCSL Invitational.

By GM Ben Finegold

The CCSCSL Invitational wrapped up Friday night with a lot of exciting games. I was wondering two things went I went to sleep Thursday: Would GM Georgi Kacheishvili continue his blistering pace? And would IM Angelo Young be able to tighten up and avoid a clean sweep?

Submitted by mwilmering on Mon., 12/5/2011 - 4:36 pm

HBO Films Bobby Fischer Documentary: DVD Release

 

Oscar nominated director Liz Garbus delivers a thought-provoking and thorough retelling of the life and times of chess legend Bobby Fischer. From his rise to fame, to the immortal World Championship match with Boris Spassky and eventually through Fisher's infamous decline, Garbus weaves a fascinating and comprehensive portrayal of a chess legend.

Submitted by mwilmering on Mon., 12/5/2011 - 1:42 pm

The CCSCSL Invitational: Day 3 Recap

IM Danny Rensch lost to IM Irina Krush in round five. Krush needs three points in her final four games to secure a GM norm.

 

By GM Ben Finegold

Submitted by mwilmering on Fri., 12/2/2011 - 1:21 pm

Schoolhouse Rook: Principia Middle School

Images provided courtesy of The Principia: www.principiaschool.org

 

By Alex Vergilesov

Submitted by mwilmering on Fri., 12/2/2011 - 11:13 am

The CCSCSL Invitational: Day 2 Recap

GM Andre Diamant, front left, is making norm chances difficult for his opponents with a perfect 3/3 score thus far.

By GM Ben Finegold

The grandmasters showed their strength in day two, as GMs Giorgi Kacheishvili and Andre Diamant won both games Wednesday. Diamant stands alone at 3-0 and Kacheishvili has 2.5-0.5.

Submitted by mwilmering on Thu., 12/1/2011 - 12:36 pm

A Novice November

A total of 30 students came out for the kid's section of the Unrated Beginner Tournament. Congratulations to all of the participants!

Submitted by mwilmering on Wed., 11/30/2011 - 5:43 pm

The CCSCSL Invitational: Round 1 Recap

IM Greg Shahade got off to a good start with a win against WGM Tatev Abrahamyan in round one.

 

By GM Ben Finegold

The CCSCSL Invitational GM Norm tournament began with Executive Director Tony Rich answering a question about the draw rules. Many tournament organizers nowadays, especially those overseeing GM round-robins, are worried about the number of draws, specifically the number of short “GM draws.”

Submitted by mwilmering on Wed., 11/30/2011 - 11:56 am

Thanksgiving Open Recap and GM Norm Preview

GM Alex Shabalov contemplates his next move in round one against Thomas Schneider.

 

 

By Mike Wilmering and Mike Kummer

Submitted by mwilmering on Mon., 11/28/2011 - 5:19 pm

Pairings and Crosstables

 

GM Ray Robson vs GM Alex Shabalov

Submitted by mwilmering on Mon., 11/28/2011 - 10:17 am

Thanksgiving Open, GM Norm Tourney in Saint Louis

SAINT LOUIS, November 25, 2011 -- Chess players across the country will be gathering in Saint Louis this week to give thanks for tournament chess. The Thanksgiving Open, scheduled to be held November 25-27 at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, features a prize fund of $10,050, and 10 titled players have already signed up to compete:

Submitted by mwilmering on Fri., 11/25/2011 - 11:02 am

Draws abound at Tal Memorial

GM Magnus Carlsen and GM Vladimir Kramnik played to a round-three draw.

A slow start: Rounds 1-3

Submitted by mwilmering on Mon., 11/21/2011 - 6:04 pm
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