Today, a total of 21 enthusiastic juniors gathered to make up the lively chess ‘party,’ creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for everyone involved. For the very first time, a second ‘secret’ room was introduced and utilized specifically for the more advanced players.
This special session was expertly led by Jon Catchpole and abely assisted by new tutors Russell Peg and Samuel Gorsuch, who brought fresh energy and support to the group consisting of Wyatt, Kieran and a little later, Austin.
Todays Tutors
Samuel, Russell, Graham and Jon.
A very warm welcome to our new recruit Michael, who has just joined our club, and it is great to see familiar faces like Oscar, Isaac, and Austin making a much-anticipated return to the fold once again.
Mistake to Take?
A brief discussion about whether or not to take pieces in a game shown on the display board. It involved carefully considering the potential risks and rewards associated with certain moves, analyzing the current state of the game, and predicting possible outcomes. Players should weigh their options thoughtfully before deciding to proceed or hold back, as the choice can significantly impact the overall progression and final result of the game.
Climb The Rigging Knockout Competition
The first round draw has been carefully made after considering who will be consistently available and assessing their current level of playability at this specific moment in time.
Ladder Tournament
As most games played today were of the friendly variety, an update on current positions will be posted next week.
Puzzle Answer - White to move and draw
Pawn to f8 = Knight with check and a fork to both King and Queen
King moves, Knight x Queen = draw, as King and Knight alone cannot checkmate.
Puzzle Corner - These are not easy, but have a go.
Black to Play- What is the result with best play?
Black to Play - can Black draw from this position, what are Black and Whites best moves?
