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James Black stars at World Open!
James Black , Jr. has already had a prodigious scholastic career and he was just coming off of a triple win at the National Youth Championships with three titles. So he went into the World Open with other young aspirants hoping to make an impact. Playing in the under-2400 section,…
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Chess Salvation for James Black
There is an excellent article in the New York Times online by Dylan McClain. It is perhaps the most candid article written about James Black, Jr. who is on the verge of earning his Master’s title in chess. The article is not about chess as much as it is a…
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Korley gets 1st IM Norm!
FM Kassa Korley scored his first IM norm with a strong showing at the New York International. The Duke-bound FM ended on 5.5/9 earning his first International Master norm and pushing his USCF rating to 2365. Korley scored 50% against six IMs and drew with GM Kidambi Sundararajan of India.…
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Josh Colas on ‘The Scoop’
Josh Colas had an interview with Jennifer Shahade and “Chess Scoop” where he talked about his progress as a player. Back in December, Josh broke the age record for a Black player reaching National Master. That record has been held broken several of times since Walter Harris (pictured right) was…
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Black ascends toward Masterdom
As James Black, Jr. climbs the rating ladder, he is finding that earning the last 100 points is the toughest. Black has been as high as 2174 (now 2155) and is now making a push to earn the coveted Master’s title. He will be the most recent of the “Big…
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The Lebron James of Chess?
Justus Williams was recently featured on “The Grio” for a candid interview. The young master gave homage to one of his sports heroes by referring to himself as the “Lebron James of chess.” Of course, Justus is not saying he is as good in chess as Lebron is in basketball,…
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Diamond ‘threepeats’ as K5 Champion!
Diamond Abdus-Shakoor shining with her championship smile! Diamond Abdus-Shakoor made history recently after winning the Columbus City Schools Elementary District Championships in Ohio. She went 6-0 in the K-5 section. Diamond went 6-0 K-5th grade. This makes the first time in the 25-year history that a player has accomplished this…
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Spring Break Chess Camp (Atlanta)
We are proud to announce our Spring Break Chess Camp. This year’s camp will be held from April 4-8th, 2011. The camp is from 9am – 3pm everyday. Campers are welcome to stay later for the free session. Registration will open February 7, 2011 at chess-coach.net. There will be a…
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Marshall CC to honor Williams!
The Marshall Chess Club honors National Master Justus Williams Justus Williams is one of the brightest young stars on the scholastic chess scene. Williams is a 12-year old member of the U.S. All-American team and will be honored by the Marshall Chess Club for earning the rank of National Master.…
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