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9/5/25: Solid session today. 76% on tactics, reviewed openings, and got a good lesson after losing a rapid game to a blunder. Immediately went back to the books on endgames.
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Meet the Players: Crane City Open 2025!
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🎬 New Behind The Board drop!
Roan Howard talks chess, gratitude, family, WWE, and life lessons. Don’t miss this amazing conversation.
👉 Watch now on YouTube!
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Watch the full video here: youtu.be/8W9hV6miGSg?...
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Lost on time against Tim Loewen, but managed some nice counterplay. Learning from every game and keeping the energy up for the next one!
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Round one pairings are in! Starting with White against Bruce Draney (USCF 1839). Wish me luck—will update after the round ends!
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Heading to the 2025 Hall of Fame tournament this weekend in Lincoln—Nebraska’s strongest tournament ever! My name’s on the list, and I’m excited to play and learn from the best. Follow along! Full list: www.kingregistration.com/entrylist/US...
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♟️ Endgames: Drawn… or Winnable?
Some endgames look dead drawn — but are they really? 🧐
The latest blog from Chess Skills takes a deep dive into how to play out drawn positions and maybe even flip the result in your favor.
chessskill.blogspot.com/2025/02/play...
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Throwdown Thursday!
White to move—hint: Forcing moves are key.
Drop your solution in the comments and tag a friend to take on this challenge!
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In the fourth world championship match between Garry Kasparov and Anatoly Karpov, played in Seville in 1987, the score was 12–11 in Karpov’s favor, putting Kasparov in a must-win situation to retain his title.
en.chessbase.com/post/kasparo...
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♟️ Throwdown Thursday Answer:
Best move: Rxd6 (equal, 0.00) – active and accurate!
Playable: Re2 (slightly worse, -0.20) – too passive.
Avoid slow play! Rxd6 stops ...Nd4 before the knight dominates.
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We're only 3 days away from the most electrifying event this Memorial Day weekend! Let us know if you're coming — and tag a friend you want to challenge on the chessboard. Pride’s not the only thing at stake! Register today at www.KPRreg.org
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🏰 Kearney Chess Fest: Clash of Kings
Nebraska’s most exciting community chess event returns May 24th!
⚔️ Trophies. Simul. Guest reviewer.
🧠 Open to all ages and skill levels.
Details + sign-up: www.KPRreg.org
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🚨 Special Guest Alert! 🚨
Mike Mills will join us at Kearney Chess Fest: Clash of Kings on May 24th! 🏆♟️
One of Nebraska’s toughest players — are YOU ready to take the crown?
📍Kearney, NE
🔗Register at www.KPRreg.org
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♟️ Kearney Chess Fest: Clash of Kings – May 24th at Harmon Park Activity Center! Special guest Michael Mills gives a Tal lecture + simul. USCF & casual play, medals, trophies & more! Register now: www.KPRreg.org #Chess #NebraskaChess #KearneyChessFest
