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On Chess: 100 years of Vibrant Chess History in Saint Louis

By on February 24, 2014 in

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This article was originally published on stl.publicradio.org on February 19.

By Mike Wilmering

Obviously the most recent developments at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center and the World Chess Hall of Fame have firmly planted Saint Louis as a major player in the chess world, but countless organizers and enthusiasts have helped maintain the interest in Saint Louis over the years.

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CHESS CLUB PUZZLERS: FEBRUARY 23rd

By on February 23, 2014 in

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By CCSCSL Staff

It's time for another installment of Chess Club Puzzlers! See if you have what it takes to solve the problems presented here. Start honing your tactical skills now, and you'll be amazed at how your game will improve.

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New Hours, Membership Rates, Classes March 1

By on February 20, 2014 in

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In an effort to continue to keep our membership base engaged, challenged and happy, we've decided to expand both our programming and our hours of operation this year! We will be offering more classes, lectures and tournament options that will entice you to visit us more often, to learn more, and to have a lot more fun!

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Eckert Joins CCSCSL Board of Directors

By on February 20, 2014 in

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Doug Eckert has been selected to join the board of directors for the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis. Eckert moved back to the Saint Louis area in May of 2011 when he joined Brown Smith Wallace to lead the firm’s international tax practice. Before he moved away for work, Doug was a stalwart of the Saint Louis chess scene.

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On Chess: Saint Louis History Is Chess-Rich

By on February 19, 2014 in

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This article was originally published on stlpublicradio.org on February 12.

By Mike Wilmering

The chess boom in St. Louis may appear as though it has materialized out of thin air, but the Gateway City has a vibrant chess history. 

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CHESS CLUB PUZZLERS: FEBRUARY 14th

By on February 14, 2014 in

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By CCSCSL Staff

It's time for another installment of Chess Club Puzzlers! See if you have what it takes to solve the problems presented here. Start honing your tactical skills now, and you'll be amazed at how your game will improve.

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On Chess: Nakamura Misses Chance to Topple World Champion

By on February 07, 2014 in

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By Mike Wilmering

This article was originally published on stlpublicradio.org on February 6.

He came close this time. The great white whale was in his sights. His elbow was cocked, and in his hand the harpoon was ready to deliver the fatal blow. And then it all disappeared.

Over the weekend, St. Louisan and U.S. No. 1 Hikaru Nakamura let slip his first-ever victory against the reigning World Champion, Magnus Carlsen.

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Return of the King: Seirawan Fills GM Role

By on February 05, 2014 in

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Yasser Seirawan
Title: Grandmaster
Residence: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Age: 53
Chess Highlights: Silver Medal - 2011 World Team Championship, U.S. Champion 1981, 1986, 1989, 2000; World Junior Chess Champion: 1979, 10-time U.S. Olympiad Team Member

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CHESS CLUB PUZZLERS: FEBRUARY 4th

By on February 04, 2014 in

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By CCSCSL Staff

It's time for another installment of Chess Club Puzzlers! See if you have what it takes to solve the problems presented here. Start honing your tactical skills now, and you'll be amazed at how your game will improve.

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Meier's Chess Club Victory Adds To Growing Local Reputation

By on January 30, 2014 in

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By Mike Wilmering

This article was originally published on stlpublicradio.com on January 30

Webster University’s Georg Meier etched his name in the St. Louis record books over the weekend by winning the 6th annual Club Championship, held at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis (CCSCSL).

Meier, 26, is a world-class grandmaster who ranks No. 2 in Germany and No. 141 in the world.

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