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2010 Denker Tournament of High School Champions 2010 Denker Tournament of High School Champions

The Denker Tournament of High School Champions (July 31, 2010 to August 3, 2010) The... 

Exciting New Format Debuts at the 2010 U.S. Championship Exciting New Format Debuts at the 2010 U.S. Championship

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information contact: Chess Club and Scholastic Center... 

Bobby Fischer Documentary Film Editor, Karen Schmeer Killed in Police Chase (NYC) Bobby Fischer Documentary Film Editor, Karen Schmeer Killed in Police Chase (NYC)

New York City, Jan. 29th, 2010 Along with the excitement of the New York City Chess... 

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Chess Programs

For Teachers & Coaches For Teachers & Coaches

Resources for Teachers & Coaches Guide To Scholastic Chess (PDF Download) Children... 

Sets for Vets Sets for Vets

A special thanks to Anna Matlin and the 5th grade class in Berkley Heights, NJ for... 

Chess Programs Chess Programs

The U.S. Chess Trust helps support the following Chess Programs & Events: (Click... 

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Chess: Ancient Game, Modern Learning Tool Chess: Ancient Game, Modern Learning Tool

by Tim Hanke and Beatriz Marinello In The Morals of Chess, Benjamin Franklin wrote: The Game of Chess is not merely an idle amusement; several very valuable qualities of the mind, useful in the course of human life, are to be acquired and strengthened by it, so as to become habits ready on all occasions; for life is a kind of Chess, in which we have... [Read more...]

World Chess Hall of Fame & Sidney Samole Museum to Relocate in 2010 World Chess Hall of Fame & Sidney Samole Museum to Relocate in 2010

This Just In… According to U.S. Chess Trust Chairman, Mr. Harold Winston, “The World Chess Hall of Fame and Sidney Samole Museum is temporarily closed pending relocation. Negotiations are in process to bring the World Chess Hall of Fame to St. Louis and we expect the Museum to reopen during 2010“. The U.S. Chess Trust will be providing... [Read more...]

“Developing Chess Talent – Chess and Autism” “Developing Chess Talent – Chess and Autism”

GM Artur Yusupov training young talents in Apeldoorn (photo book cover by Fred Lucas) Chess and Autism Excerpt from ‘Developing Chess Talent’ by Karel and IM Merijn van Delft Chess is a suitable sport for many children and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Scientific research on this subject is lacking, also on an international level.... [Read more...]

“Oral Ambassador of Chess”, Jerry Hanken, Passes Away “Oral Ambassador of Chess”, Jerry Hanken, Passes Away

Rest in Peace – Jerry Hanken (1934-2009) Jerry Hanken, chess journalist, promoter and Life Master, passed away on October 1st, 2009 in Los Angeles at the age of 74.  He leaves behind a saddened chess community.  Jerry was an Original Life Master and Chess Life columnist.  He is survived by his former wife, Barbara, and their children, Andrea... [Read more...]

The Chess Player As An Artist: Marcel Duchamp The Chess Player As An Artist: Marcel Duchamp

In recognition of Marcel Duchamp: The Art of Chess exhibit currently on display at the Francis Naumann Gallery in New York City (Sept. 10th – Oct. 30th, 2009), we are running this article, previously published on our website in 2007. Francis M. Naumann Fine Art, LLC 24 West 57th Street, Suite 305 New York, NY 10019 Tel: 212.582.3201 Gallery Hours: Tuesday... [Read more...]

“Chess Phenom Yet to Meet Her Match” (DailyNews.com) “Chess Phenom Yet to Meet Her Match” (DailyNews.com)

By Dennis McCarthy From DailyNews.com Updated: 09/02/2009 06:30:52 PM PDT Don’t let her young age and friendly demeanor fool you, her coaches say. The kid has the heart of a champion and the brains to match. She’ll steal your queen, knock over your king, and be relaxing on the couch watching cartoons on TV before your seat’s even... [Read more...]

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