To celebrate the release of the movie Pawn Sacrifice, I have decided to put the spotlight on Bobby Fischer’s games in many of my group chess lessons. Below, I’ve attached my notes to the Fischer game that I presented this last Saturday at Achiever Institute in Fremont. If you missed this lesson there, I willContinueContinue reading “Pawn Sacrifice Special Lesson: Fischer Channels Morphy”
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When Chess Was King of the City
In the summer of 1972, one of the city’s newspapers did an informal survey to see what patrons in local bars were watching on TV. It was a time before sports bars existed, yet it seemed reasonable to assume that most would be tuned in to watch the New York Mets, who were still inContinueContinue reading “When Chess Was King of the City”
California Chess Classes to Feature the Games of Bobby Fischer
In honor of the movie Pawn Sacrifice, National Champion Chess Coach Chris Torres is pleased to announce two new chess programs that will feature the games of Bobby Fischer. Beginning September 19, 2015 The Fremont Achiever Chess Team Saturday from 1:00 until 3:00 43475 Ellsworth St. Fremont, CA 94539 (510) 226-6161 REGISTER HEREContinueContinue reading “California Chess Classes to Feature the Games of Bobby Fischer”
Rest in Peace Grandmaster Puggly
Below is chess expert Francisco Anchondo’s report on the passing of Grandmaster Puggly. It is my sad duty to report that my infamous great lovely side kick has passed. On August 25 , 2015 at 1145 pm Puggly expired. (Unfortunately I was hospitalized in Vista California and my GM Puggly was with the bestContinueContinue reading “Rest in Peace Grandmaster Puggly”
Bobby Fischer’s Game of the Century
In honor of the upcoming release of Pawn Sacrifice, I present my lesson notes for Bobby Fischer’s Game of the Century. 1 GRUNFELD def. Byrne D. – Fischer R. 0:1, 1956. 1. ¤f3 The knight is correctly placed on f3 in so many openings that Donald Byrne is keeping his intentions hidden and not committingContinueContinue reading “Bobby Fischer’s Game of the Century”
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.”
And so it begins…
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 theContinueContinue 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 willContinueContinue reading “Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 14”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 13
Our great coaches made the thirteenth day of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp especially lucky for scores of talented young chess players. You can still sign up for the Fremont Summer Chess Camp by visiting http://www.ChessAndMusic.com.
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 fromContinueContinue reading “The Final Week of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp Starts on Monday!”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 12
There has been a multitude of great moments during the Fremont Summer Chess Camp and I feel incredibly fortunate to be working with so many intelligent children. Below are some of my favorite photographs from our twelfth day of camp. We still have one more week of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. Sign up today!
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 11
Below are some of our favorite moments from day 11 of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. Click here to sign up for the remainder of our summer chess camp.
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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A Question for Chess Composers?
My question to fellow chess composers is, “What is the preferred method of determining whether a chess composition is unique or if the composer has unintentionally duplicated someone else’s creation?” As an example, I am including a position I recently composed to test my students at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. As far as IContinueContinue reading “A Question for Chess Composers?”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 8
I am amazed by the amount of improvement I am witnessing in our chess students after completing eight days of intense training at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. Before dismissing my students for the weekend, I made sure everyone of them understood the fact that their efforts have already paid off! The fact is, “WeContinueContinue reading “Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 8”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp: Day 7
Seven days is more than enough time to make incredible improvements in your chess game at the Fremont Summer Chess Camp. Today, Coach Joe Lonsdale noticed how much stronger one of his future stars has become in just the last seven days!
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 6
Day six was all about endgames, accurate calculation and friendly competition. I am so proud of the effort all of our campers put forth and how much noticeable improvement they demonstrate after just six sessions. Sign your child up for the Fremont Summer Chess Camp and we’ll make sureContinueContinue reading “Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 6”
Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 5
Today we were visited by Coach Jay as part of the Fremont Summer Chess Camp’s esteemed guest series. As good as his app is, Coach Jay is even better in person! Below are some of my favorite moments from day 5: Don’t miss out on the rest of our camp. SignContinueContinue reading “Fremont Summer Chess Camp 2015: Day 5”