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National Chess Day is the second Saturday of October each year. It is a day to recognize the accomplishments of Americans in the highest levels of chess, as well as the enjoyment and challenge experienced by all who play.
Jacques of London launched the Staunton chess set in 1849. The actual designer is up for some debate, as the introduction of the design involved three men: Nathaniel Cooke, John Jacques, and Howard Staunton. Nathaniel Cooke, a publisher by trade, filed the patent. The premier sports equipment manufacturer Jacques of London made the sets. Howard Staunton signed the sets and promoted them.
Want more chess players at your chess club? Here's how to encourage more people to leverage your club for chess development and to participate in chess matches and other events.
Looking for quality chess equipment without breaking the bank? Our US Chess Sales blog post offers savvy shoppers affordable buying strategies for securing top-notch sets, boards, and accessories. Discover all the different ways you can budget that make buying from US Chess Sales affordable and simple.
Welcome to the beginning of my personal chess journey. My name is Rebecka Ratcliffe. While I've been on the periphery of chess for about a decade, I have never considered myself a competent player. I’ve never been embarrassed about being a novice, but I did feel like I was missing out on something great. This series is my honest, light-hearted attempt at becoming the chess player I may or may not be destined to be.
FIDE strives to unite chess players according to its motto, “Gens Una Sumus,” which translates as “We Are One Family.” International Chess Day embodies this hope that chess will be a tool of international understanding and bring people together.
The World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis honors legends like Bobby Fischer, Garry Kasparov, and Magnus Carlsen. Inside, you’ll find rare chess sets, championship boards, and hands-on exhibits. Outside, the world’s largest chess piece greets visitors. This museum brings chess history to life.
Think you know chess puzzles? Think again! In this guide, we detail the many genres of chess puzzle and how they can improve your game. Whether it’s opening problems, endgame problems, or a juicy retrograde analysis. Here we’ll give you a fun puzzle to solve in every category.
Chess clubs can be focused on children or adults, or open to all ages. They can be informal gatherings for casual play, or highly organized meetings with regularly-scheduled sanctioned tournaments. Metropolitan areas may have many options to choose from, and technology has opened up access to online clubs for everyone. No matter what your chess goals are, there’s a club out there for you.
Chess titles rank players based on skill, rating, and performance. From Grandmaster to Candidate Master, each title has specific FIDE requirements. We also cover national, online, and composition titles, and how modern players earn and hold them for life.
There’s no “one right way” when it comes to your chess kid’s development as a player. Don’t feel like you have to be a chess expert to be a mentor! Plenty of chess parents grow into that role. If you decide that a chess tutor is the right option, do your homework and keep an eye on the relationship to ensure it is and stays a good fit.
Want more members at your chess club? Learn how to stay organized, keep chess players engaged, spread the word by networking with other clubs, and more tips to grow your chess club!
