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Which Is The Worst Chess Blunder In History?

Let’s explore some contenders for the worst chess blunder in history and see how the greatest chess players make the worst mistakes from time to time. 

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Posted by: Shawn Bennett

10 Must Know Chess Rules for All Players

If you have played chess for some time, you might think you already know all the rules, but make sure you have all ten of these rules figured out, so you don’t get caught in a position where you lose because you misunderstand special moves, castling, en passant, or the touch move rule. So, get ready for ten chess rules to help you dominate in the game of chess.

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Posted by: Daniel Schipper

How to Prepare Your Kid for a Chess Tournament

Win or lose, take time to celebrate the accomplishment of playing in a tournament! If your child is taking home an award or improving their rating, emphasize the hard work they put in to get that result. If they had a disappointing outing, you should point out how brave it was to try!

Tags: chess kids, chess matches, chess tournaments, kids chess

Posted by: Rebecka Ratcliffe

The Chess 50-Move Rule: Everything You Need to Know

Have you heard of the 50-move rule in chess? This often obscure rule can be very useful and secure a draw when you are in trouble. Here is what you need to know.

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How to Run the Perfect Chess Tournament

Want to run the perfect chess tournament? Here's everything you need to know about USCF rules, pairing, time control, and chess player etiquette. You'll also get ideas for how to break ties.

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