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Chess in school keeps learners engaged | Guest columnists ... - STLtoday.com

Fri, 06/16/2017 - 00:01

STLtoday.com

Chess in school keeps learners engaged | Guest columnists ...
STLtoday.com
Many have noted St. Louis' meteoric rise to international prominence in the game of chess. Visit the city's Central West End and you are more likely to bump into ...

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Young Chess Prodigies Converge in Saint Louis for 2017 US Junior Championship and US Girls' Junior Championship - PR Newswire (press release)

Thu, 06/15/2017 - 12:04

Young Chess Prodigies Converge in Saint Louis for 2017 US Junior Championship and US Girls' Junior Championship
PR Newswire (press release)
ST. LOUIS, June 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- America's best and brightest young chess players are coming to Saint Louis – the nation's Chess Capital – this summer as the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis (CCSCSL) will host the U.S. Junior ...

On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players - St. Louis Public Radio

Thu, 06/15/2017 - 05:46

St. Louis Public Radio

On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players
St. Louis Public Radio
The third annual Grand Chess Tour, arguably the top chess tour in the world, is right around the corner with none other than Magnus Carlsen headlining the event. Another treat for both the players and chess fans is the addition of the Saint Louis Rapid ...

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Young Chess Prodigies Converge in Saint Louis for 2017 US Junior Championship and US Girls' Junior Championship - PR Newswire

Thu, 06/15/2017 - 02:00
Young Chess Prodigies Converge in Saint Louis for 2017 US Junior Championship and US Girls' Junior Championship  PR Newswire

ST. LOUIS, June 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- America's best and brightest young chess players are coming to Saint Louis – the nation's Chess Capital – this ...

On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players - St. Louis Public Radio

Thu, 06/15/2017 - 02:00
On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players  St. Louis Public Radio

The third annual Grand Chess Tour, arguably the top chess tour in the world, is right around the corner with none other than Magnus Carlsen headlining the.

On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players - St. Louis Public Radio

Thu, 06/15/2017 - 02:00
On Chess: 2017 Grand Chess Tour begins next week with larger prize fund and the world's top players  St. Louis Public Radio

The third annual Grand Chess Tour, arguably the top chess tour in the world, is right around the corner with none other than Magnus Carlsen headlining the.

Community partnerships can help art programs succeed - EurekAlert (press release)

Wed, 06/14/2017 - 12:46

EurekAlert (press release)

Community partnerships can help art programs succeed
EurekAlert (press release)
One noteworthy local example is the recently established Love of Learning Initiative in Saint Louis Public Schools, which includes partnerships with community organizations, like the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, to offer ...

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US chess champion is now ranked No. 2 in the world. Opponents fear he's still getting better. - Washington Post

Mon, 06/05/2017 - 11:32

Washington Post

US chess champion is now ranked No. 2 in the world. Opponents fear he's still getting better.
Washington Post
MINNETONKA, Minn. — This ruthless man is very tranquil. He falls asleep easily around the world in seats unsuited for sleeping. He giggles a child's treble giggle when you don't expect. He asks charming novice questions about baseball. He can speak ...

Former world champion Garry Kasparov shares his advice for young chess players - Business Insider

Sun, 06/04/2017 - 07:00

Business Insider

Former world champion Garry Kasparov shares his advice for young chess players
Business Insider
And to that end, Business Insider asked him in an interview what advice he has for young players who want to play the game seriously. "Look, I would say, you have a unique chance of learning more about the game of chess with your computer than Bobby ...

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On Chess: America's juniors continue to rise - St. Louis Public Radio

Thu, 06/01/2017 - 15:08

St. Louis Public Radio

On Chess: America's juniors continue to rise
St. Louis Public Radio
The 2017 Spring Chess Classic recently wrapped up after nine continuous days of chess at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis. The tournament has reaffirmed what many have considered true: This is the golden age of American chess.

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Chess notes - The Boston Globe

Sat, 05/27/2017 - 12:41

Chess notes
The Boston Globe
The Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis is up to its great chess promoting tricks again with the sponsorship of the 2017 Spring Classic . This invitational event consists of three round-robin tournaments featuring promising young players ...

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