One of my favorite traditions is playing chess against my summer chess camp students. Beyond just being fun, these occasions allows me to demonstrate strategic concepts in action, providing practical examples that go beyond theory. Moreover, playing against students fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, encourages dialogue, mutual respect, and a shared passion for chess. Ultimately, these friendly matches not only enhance the coach-student relationship but also contribute to the overall growth and development of the students’ chess skills and understanding.
On July 28, 2024, I played quite a few 10-minute chess games against students from the Free Online Summer Chess Camp. Congratulations to Jollification on his strong performance and victory against me. Also of note is how the final game of the day, which was a thematic Danish Gambit win, is especially appropriate given the live lessons on the Danish Gambit given during the chess camp. Enjoy…
