In this World Cup and in many big spots in chess, some players falter under pressure. If you have to pick one player in history to play “that” decisive game for all the marbles, who would you choose? –...
Kamsky in the World Cup Final!!
The impressive World Cup run from Magnus Carlsen has come to a complete halt. He has met his match, someone who is around twice his age. Experience prevails in this match. Congratulations to both Kamsky and Carlsen. In spite...
Karjakin – Shirov head to rapid playoff
This will be the first overtime session for Shirov in this World Cup. GM Karjakin (2694) – GM Shirov (2739) [C92]10.12.2007 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.0–0 Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 d6 8.c3 0–0 9.h3 Re8...
Kamsky, Carlsen, Shirov or Karjakin?
The matches are tied after 1 game. In game 2, Kamsky will have White against Carlsen and Karjakin will have White against Shirov. Who will make the World Cup final? Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
The youngest volunteer!
He is the youngest of the Santoyo brothers from Brownsville, Texas. He is also the youngest volunteer of the National K-12 Championships. His job was to keep all the parents quiet during the rounds 🙂 Chess Daily News from...
Dylan and Maddie battled to a draw
Both Dylan Kosinski and Maddie Bender are tied for 7th in the 4th grade section of the National K-12 Championships. I am very proud of both of them. They fought very hard every round. Chess Daily News from Susan...
Full results and rating reports
Around 1,400 players took part in the National K-12 / Collegiate Championships Here are the rating reports for all sections and here are all the results. Excellent job by the entire staff and volunteers! Chess Daily News from Susan...
Sunday night tactic
Black to move. Can you find the quickest way for Black to mate White? 1B1b4/1kp5/Np6/1P6/P1n5/8/4KQ2/1q6 b – – 0 53This was sent in by Kirk Finkbeiner. It is actually one of his games. Thanks Kirk! Chess Daily News from...
What to do after a grueling chess tournament?
Play more chess, of course! Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
The man in charge of the actions
That’s Mr. Francisco L. Guadalupe, Chief TD of the 2007 National K-12 Championship! The event was run smoothly and timely. Great job! Special thanks to the entire staff and volunteers who worked very hard to put on a spectacular...