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The Chess Lady
Wendi Fischer aka “The Chess Lady” is known for her teaching technique through chess. She is know all over the country to second and third graders who can’t contain their glee when she makes surprise visits. … Read entire article »
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Chess Strategy and Tactics
Chess is game of strategy and tactics. But we all know that! Here are a couple of tips to help you win more games. Look at your opponent’s move. When your opponent makes a move, you should stop and think why. Once you figure out what your opponent’s strategy is, you can try and get him before he gets you. Make the best possible move. Even if your intended move has good points, it may not be the best move available. There’s a saying “When you see a good move, wait—look for a better one!” Have a plan. Your pieces need to work together to be effective. When you have a plan and work your chessmen a team, you will have a greater attacking force. Another plan could be to take control … Read entire article »
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Fun Chess Facts
There are more possible chess games than there are electrons in the universe. It is referred to as the game of kings because for many centuries it played primarily by nobility or upper classes. The oldest set still surviving is the Isle of Lewis set that is make from walrus tusks. The names of the pieces—the queen, king, knight, rook, and bishop came about from the Middle Ages. During the Renaissance period, society became more dynamic and the rules changed including make the queen more powerful. The rook comes from the Arabic word ‘rukh’, meaning chariot. This reflects it ability to move quickly in straight lines, but not leap over obstacles. The knight’s role has not really changed over time. Even in the earliest versions of the game, it has represented the cavalry and had … Read entire article »
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Will Smith loves Chess
So, if you didn’t know, actor Will Smith is a big fan of chess! Which shouldn’t come as a surprise. Smith declined a scholarship to MIT to start an acting career and can solve a Rubix Cube in 30 seconds. He’s one smart cookie. Smith took chess lessons from Marvin Dandridge. Supposedly, GM Maurice Ashley (the world’s first black GM) recommended that Dandridge was Will Smith’s tutor. Smith has said, “My father taught me how to play chess at seven and introduced beautiful concepts that I try to pass on to my kids. The elements and concepts of life are so perfectly illustrated on a chess board. “The ability to accurately assess your position is the key to chess, which I also think is the key to life. Everything you do in your … Read entire article »
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The Pawn
Though the connotation isn’t great for the piece, pawns are still a valuable part of your army. They represent the sacrifices you’ll need to make in order to gain victory. Since a pawn can only move one space at a time (two in its first), people discount this piece’s worth. While one pawn may not be extremely valuable, an army of them, working together with your key pieces is indispensable. Pawns help apply pressure and set up defensive fortifications around the board, blocking the mobility of your opponent. What people also tend to forget, is how valuable a pawn is in the long run, especially if it can reach the end of the board without being captured. If it reaches the far last row of squares, it can be traded for … Read entire article »
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Undestanding Chess
This website is devoted to chess. Why because it’s one of the most sophisticated games human kind has ever conceived. On this site I would like to offer you some strategies that will help you take your chess game to the next level. In order to understand how these strategies work, you’ll need to be versed in some terminology. First, you’ll need to know the names of the pieces. The front line of pieces are all pawns. They can move two spaces their first turn and one space from at a time from the time on. Pawns can only capture enemy pieces diagonally. These are the grunts of your army. Behind them, you have 5 different types of pieces. Starting from the outside, you have the Rook, the Knight, the Bishop, … Read entire article »
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Dangers in F1 Racing
There are inherent risks in F1 racing which have been worsened by the sport itself. It’s obvious that speeding approximately a observe above 100 mph is dangerous, but the design on the car or truck and expectations of wealthy team owners could be just as hazardous. Becoming a cautious driver in F1 race isn’t as significant as staying a winning driver. Because security isn’t constantly the quantity 1 priority, the dangers in F1 race may possibly be ignored. The FIA, Formula A single racing’s official safe practices organization, have consequently, imposed a great deal from the security regulations that happen to be in location currently. Ever due to the fact the sport of Formula One particular started inside the 1950′s, peril continues to be infused into each portion of F1 race. … Read entire article »
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