I actually really enjoyed round 8 of the 2013 Fide World Championship Chess Match. First off, Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand played an opening variation of the Ruy Lopez, Berlin Defense that has not been used in World Championship play since 1886! Secondly, Carlsen and Anand played a flawless chess game and continued toContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: A Flawless Draw in Round 8"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand Stops the Bleeding in Round 7
After two difficult losses in game 5 and game 6, Viswanathan Anand was able to regain his form and create a draw in round 7. To his fans, this was seen as a disappointing result. Anand's many critics seem unable to comprehend that, "Sometimes, in order to win the war, you must first stop theContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand Stops the Bleeding in Round 7"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand Loses Again in Game 6
The 2013 Fide World Chamionship Match is close to being over at the half-way point. Viswanathan Anand received his second straight loss after playing poorly in a "drawish" rook and pawn endgame. At the press conference, for the second round in a row, Anand failed to recognize the location of his actual loosing mistake. WhatContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand Loses Again in Game 6"
World Chess Championship 2013: Carlsen Wins Game 5!
In Round 5 of the 2013 Fide World Chess Championship Match, Magnus Carlsen delivered a figurative punch to the gut of the Champion, Viswanathan Anand. It has become clear that Magnus Carlsen respects Viswanathan Anand's opening knowledge much more than he respects his actual chess skills. Carlsen's plan with the white pieces has been toContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Carlsen Wins Game 5!"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 4
The Anand-Carlsen World Championship Match of 2013 is evolving into a sporting event similar to that of Ali-Frasier 1971. In both cases, the battles were marketed as being the "Fight of the Century/Match of the Century " and in both cases the athletes exceeded the promotional hype with super human abilities during the event. JoeContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 4"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 3
The third game of the Anand-Carlsen World Chess Championship Match was perhaps the most exciting and revealing game yet. Magnus Carlsen employed the Reti Opening as white but it was Anand who seemed better prepared for its complexities. After gaining an advantage, Vishy, as in game 2, failed to take the risks necessary to reallyContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 3"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 2
So, as in game 1, the second round of the 2013 World Chess Championship ended in a rather short draw. Many chess enthusiasts feel that this is the sort of play that gives chess a bad name among sports writers and casual fans. However, this is far to simplistic of a view point given theContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 2"
World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 1
The FIDE World Chess Championship Match between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen got off to a quiet start in Chennai, India. Viswanathan Anand had no issues with securing a draw with the black pieces and got the job done in a mere sixteen moves. This has to be seen as a small victory for theContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Anand vs. Carlsen Game 1"
Why You Should Care About the Upcoming World Chess Championship Match
On November 9, 2013 the world is going to stop. Billions of people around the globe will be watching live as two titans clash in what may be the greatest chess match ever played. Viswanathan Anand, the Pride of India, will be taking on the charismatic “Mozart of Chess,” Magnus Carlsen. By the end ofContinue reading "Why You Should Care About the Upcoming World Chess Championship Match"
World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 3 of the Anand-Carlsen Match
In our third preview game of the 2013 World Chess Championship Match between Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen, we are going to examine a stunning defeat of Anand at the hands of the cunning Russian chess player, Alexander Morozevich. In my humble opinion, this game clearly illustrates what is perhaps the best strategy for MagnusContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 3 of the Anand-Carlsen Match"
World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 2 of the Anand-Carlsen Match
In our first preview game to the 2013 World Chess Championship, we studied a game where a young Magnus Carlsen demolishes his opponent. In preview two to the World Chess Championship Match between Anand and Carlsen, we will examine a game where our current World Chess Champion destroys Vassily Ivanchuk with style. [Event "It"]Continue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 2 of the Anand-Carlsen Match"
World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 1 of the Anand-Carlsen Match
With the Anand-Carlsen World Championship Match just days away, I have decided to start posting some of my favorite games played by either Viswanathan Anand or Magnus Carlsen. Our first game is taken from the 2003 World Youth Chess Championships. In the gem below, a fourteen-year-old Magnus Carlsen drops the "hammer" on his fellow Norwegian.Continue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Preview 1 of the Anand-Carlsen Match"
World Chess Championship 2013: Why I think Anand will win.
The majority of chess commentators seem to be figuring that Magnus Carlsen will defeat Viswanathan Anand and win the World Championship in his first attempt. This is likely do to the fact that, lately, Carlsen has been playing better chess than the current World Champion. Certainly, the challenger has proven that he is capable ofContinue reading "World Chess Championship 2013: Why I think Anand will win."
The Torres Chess and Music Academy Has Big Plans for Fremont
The President of the TCAMA reports on an upcoming Open House Event in Northern California. Fremont, California (PRWEB) October 22, 2013 On November 2, 2013, the Torres Chess and Music Academy will be having its annual Open House in Fremont, California. The TCAMA Open House allows children the opportunity to take part in an afternoonContinue reading "The Torres Chess and Music Academy Has Big Plans for Fremont"
What is the Best Sacrifice in the History of Chess?
"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart." Helen Keller My answer to "What is the Best Sacrifice in the History of Chess?" as asked on Quora. Before I explain my choice for the best sacrifice in the history of chess,Continue reading "What is the Best Sacrifice in the History of Chess?"
My answer to Would Paul Morphy in his short prime be competitive with the Grandmasters of today?
From Quora Without question, Paul Morphy was the greatest player of his time. His brief career in chess represents a golden age for our pastime and his four hundred or so games still serve as an instruction manual for the chess prodiogies of today. During his prime, Paul Morphy advanced the science of chessContinue reading "My answer to Would Paul Morphy in his short prime be competitive with the Grandmasters of today?"
Chris Torres: A Chess Coach, a Music Teacher, and an Advocate for Quality Education.
Chris Torres has been successfully managing and creating school chess programs for his entire adult life. His most recognized accomplishments include the co-founding of Success Chess Schools, the creation of the Torres Chess and Music Academy and consistently coaching the best young chess players in California for 15 years. Chris found himself drawn into chessContinue reading "Chris Torres: A Chess Coach, a Music Teacher, and an Advocate for Quality Education."
Bay Area Chess News
Chess Academy Poised to Bring a National Championship Approach to Bay Area Schools The President of the Torres Chess and Music Academy reports on his quest to bring the best chess instruction to schools in Northern California. For the first time in nearly five years, the Torres Chess and Music Academy is looking to expandContinue reading "Bay Area Chess News"
Chess Initiative to Transform the Quality of Life for Children Living in Stockton
Today, I am proud to announce the launch of a chess initiative to transform the quality of life for children living in Stockton, California. With the help of the communities in and around Stockton, I know that the Torres Chess and Music Academy will be successful in improving the chances of success for Stockton's children.Continue reading "Chess Initiative to Transform the Quality of Life for Children Living in Stockton"
The Czech is in the Mail: Update on My Adventures in Correspondence Chess
Playing correspondence chess is not for the faint of heart or the uncommitted. Seven years later, I am still battling in my final two games of the 2006 USCF Golden Knights Championship. I still have a reasonable chance of winning the event but my final two games going are against two of the very best American correspondenceContinue reading "The Czech is in the Mail: Update on My Adventures in Correspondence Chess"