There’s an ancient Hebrew proverb that goes something like, “The Rivalry of scholars advances wisdom.” And such was the case of the rivalry between Eric Schiller and Emory Tate. So it was a very special occasion at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp when when Eric Schiller did a two-hour lesson on his three gamesContinue reading “A Friendly Rivalry: Eric Schiller VS Emory Tate”
Category Archives: Emory Tate
Remembering Eric Schiller (1955-2018)
In 2018 I lost a good friend and excellent coach, Eric Schiller. Eric was a true gentleman and scholar who during his journey through life acquired a PhD in Linguistics and FIDE Master title in chess. Most will probably remember Eric as the most prolific chess author in history (he wrote over 100 chessContinue reading “Remembering Eric Schiller (1955-2018)”
Triple Exclam!!! The Life and Games of Emory Tate, Chess Warrior (Special Offer)
This is a limited time offer to own or gift a hardbound copy of “Triple Exclam!!! The Life and Games of Emory Tate, Chess Warrior.” Dr. Daaim Shabazz and I know Emory had many friends in California who have not yet had an opportunity to add Triple Exclam into their library. Daaim has entrusted meContinue reading “Triple Exclam!!! The Life and Games of Emory Tate, Chess Warrior (Special Offer)”
Triple Exclam!!! The Life and Games of Emory Tate, Chess Warrior (review)
Emory Tate was more than an International Master at chess. He was an icon of African American chess, a poet, a fighter, a father, a wordsmith and an oftentimes misunderstood genius. To many in the chess world, Emory was a boastful stranger and, to a lucky few, a good friend. Emory acquired legions of fansContinue reading “Triple Exclam!!! The Life and Games of Emory Tate, Chess Warrior (review)”
#Chess Puzzle Worth Sharing 20
White to play and mate in 5 moves.
#Chess Puzzle Worth Sharing 9
White to move and mate in 3.
Remembering Emory Tate on the Occasion of his Birthday
Tomorrow, 12/27/2015, would have been Emory Tate’s 57th birthday. Emory left chess enthusiasts with so much to remember him by that he will truly never be forgotten. Below, I am sharing Emory’s account of his victory in a blindfold simul held just one week before his untimely passing. All of the colorful annotations areContinue reading “Remembering Emory Tate on the Occasion of his Birthday”
California Remembers Emory Tate
Today I had the sad honor of hosting a memorial event for International Emory Tate. This West Coast tribute to Emory was attended by many of his best friends and students. It was an inspirational afternoon and everyone who attended left with a better understanding of the man we were fortunate to befriend. At theContinue reading “California Remembers Emory Tate”
In Memory of Emory
Fearsome attacker Emory Tate, a local chess favorite, dies at 58
This column lost a good friend — and a reliable source of Grade-A material — with the untimely passing of IM Emory Tate earlier this month at the age of 58…. Read the full article via http://ift.tt/1WhVHuj
En Passant
International Master Emory Tate’s funeral is this Saturday the 24th of October at 864 county road 17, banks, Alabama, 36005. The wake is at 11am and funeral at 12pm. Flowers can be donated at scottchapelhillmortuary.com by clicking on his picture and cards may be mailed at 814 headland Ave Dothan, AL 36303
Anamnesis
Emory Tate “was a man, take him for all in all. I shall not look upon his like again.” – William Skakespeare (Hamlet)
Emory Andrew Tate Jr. (December 27, 1958 – October 17, 2015)
#NationalChessDay
Did you know that the second Saturday of October is National Chess Day? I celebrated the occasion with my family at the Weibel Quads in Fremont, California. The tournament was well run and I had a great time reviewing chess games, visiting with friends and celebrating chess.Kudos to Alan Kirshner for another nice event. Continue reading “#NationalChessDay”
Emory Tate’s Magnificent Mate in 4
Below is the conclusion to a chess game from International Master Emory Tate’s simultaneous exhibition at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp played on 7/21/2015. For the previous moves, please refer to “Mate in 4 Challenge from Emory Tate’s Simultaneous Exhibition at MSJE.”
Mate in 4 Challenge from Emory Tate’s Simultaneous Exhibition at MSJE
Below is a game from IM Emory Tate’s chess simul at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. The simul consisted of 30 boards occupied by many of the top scholastic chess players in Northern California. Emory Tate won on every board and completed the task in under 2 and 1/2 hours. I am purposefully leaving theContinue reading “Mate in 4 Challenge from Emory Tate’s Simultaneous Exhibition at MSJE”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 14
On our fourteenth day of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp, International Master Emory Tate put on a show by winning with ease against 30 of the top young players in California. Every player who participated received Emory’s autograph on their game score and a souvenir photo from the simul. Later in the week, I willContinue reading “Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 14”
The Final Week of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp Starts on Monday!
Don’t miss your last opportunity to register your child for a chess experience of a lifetime! REGISTER NOW! Only $222 for ONE WEEK At the Fremont Summer Chess Camp, your child will live and breathe chess while our elite coaches provide them with the most incredible educational experience available. This class will meet fromContinue reading “The Final Week of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp Starts on Monday!”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 10
Ten days in and our campers continue to grow more enthusiastic about learning chess! Click here to find out more information on the Fremont Summer Chess Camp and to register.
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 9
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