Rita,
Oh lol, you made me laugh, thank you Rita.
One thing: Saturday Golden Moves starts at 21 UTC.
Thanks!
El dom, 14 abr 2024 a la(s) 6:26 a.m., Marietta Crawford (
mcrawford7008@xxxxxxxxx) escribió:
*Fun With Puns*
I bought a suit jacket from The Mamas and the Papas. All the sleeves were
brown and the tie was grey.
I know a guy who’s addicted to brake fluid. He says he can stop anytime.
My son told me that Jim Morrison was overrated so I sent him to his room.
Nobody slams The Doors in my house.
Energizer Bunny arrested. Charged with battery.
*Smile*
The people gathered around the author O. Henry’s bed didn’t know if he was
asleep or dead. Someone said, “Feel his feet. No one ever died with warm
feet.” O. Henry opened his eyes and said, “Joan of Arc did.”
It’s like my mom always told me, “You might not be the dumbest guy in the
world, but you better hope he doesn’t die.”
My wife thinks it’s weird that I stare at the window during a downpour. It
would be a lot less weird if she’d just let me in!
A female officer arrests a drunk. She warns him, “You have the right to
remain silent. Anything you say can and will be held against you. The drunk
replies, “Boobs.”
*Did you know**…*
*Roman Yakovlevich Dzindzichashvili*, a remarkable chess player, has an
intriguing history both on and off the board.
1. *Chess Career*:
o Born in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Dzindzichashvili won the Junior
Championship of the Soviet Union in 1962 and excelled in the University
Championships in 1966 and 1968.
o He earned the title of *International Master* (IM) in 1970 and later
became a *Grandmaster (GM)* in 1977.
o Notably, he secured first place at the 53rd Hastings Chess
Festival in 1977/1978, outperforming former world champion Tigran Petrosian.
o Dzindzichashvili settled in the United States in 1979 and went on to
win the Lone Pine tournament.
o He represented the U.S. team at the Chess Olympiad in 1984.
o Dzindzichashvili also clinched the U.S. Chess Championship twice—in
1983 and 1989, sharing the title with other players each time.
2. *Hustling Chess for Money*:
o During the 1980s, Dzindzichashvili briefly took up residence
in Washington Square Park in New York City.
o In this vibrant chess hub, he engaged in blitz chess games for
stakes, hustling to make a living. The fast-paced, high-stakes games were
popular among street chess players. His sharp skills and strategic prowess
allowed him to earn money by playing blitz against opponents of varying
strengths. He would even bet what color square the checkmate would be won.
He earned enough money to buy a car and have it shipped to Europe.
3. *Film Cameo*:
o Dzindzichashvili made a cameo appearance in the 1993 film *“*Searching
for Bobby Fischer*.”*
o The movie, centered around chess prodigies, featured glimpses of the
chess scene in Washington Square Park during the 1980s.
4. *Chess Instruction and Contributions*:
o Dzindzichashvili is renowned as a theoretician and a chess coach.
o He authored and starred in multiple chess instructional DVDs titled
*“*Roman’s Lab*.”*
o Currently, he produces instructional videos for Chess.com, covering
topics such as openings, middlegames, endgames, famous players, and
interesting games.
o Additionally, he was one of the founders of the Chess.net internet
chess server project in 1993.
*Roman Dzindzichashvili*, known for his deep understanding of chess
theory and strategy and has a distinctive coaching style that has
influenced many players. Here are some key aspects of his approach:
1. *Emphasis on Fundamentals*:
o Dzindzichashvili believes in building a strong foundation. He
emphasizes the importance of understanding basic principles such as pawn
structures, piece coordination, and king safety.
o His coaching often starts with reinforcing fundamental concepts
before diving into specific openings or complex positions.
2. *Opening Repertoire*:
o As an opening expert, Dzindzichashvili provides detailed insights
into various openings. His instructional videos cover a wide range of
openings, including both classical and modern lines.
o He encourages students to choose openings that suit their playing
style and preferences.
3. *Practical Advice*:
o Dzindzichashvili’s coaching is practical and applicable. He focuses
on ideas rather than memorization.
o He advises players to understand the underlying plans behind moves
rather than blindly following theoretical lines.
4. *Understanding Pawn Structures*:
o Dzindzichashvili places great importance on pawn structures. He
teaches students how to evaluate pawn breaks, weaknesses, and pawn chains.
o By understanding pawn structures, players can make informed decisions
during the game.
5. *Endgame Mastery*:
o Dzindzichashvili believes that endgames are critical for overall
improvement. He covers essential endgame concepts, including king and pawn
endings, rook endings, and minor piece endgames.
o His videos guide players through practical endgame scenarios.
6. *Analyzing Master Games*:
o Dzindzichashvili frequently analyzes games played by top-level
players. By studying master games, students learn strategic ideas, tactical
patterns, and positional play.
o He encourages players to explore classic games from past world
champions and other renowned players.
7. *Interactive Learning*:
o His coaching style involves engaging with students. He encourages
questions, discussions, and active participation.
o Dzindzichashvili’s videos often include quizzes, puzzles, and
exercises to reinforce learning.
8. *Practical Tips for Tournament Play*:
o Beyond theory, he shares practical tips for tournament preparation,
time management, and handling pressure.
o His insights help players perform better in real games.
Remembering that each student’s needs and learning pace vary,
Dzindzichashvili’s coaching provides a solid framework for chess
improvement. If you’re interested, explore his instructional content on
Chess.com,
- *Current Activities*:
- Dzindzichashvili is fairly inactive as a player now, spending
most of his non-chess time being a husband and teaching chess.
- He continues to contribute to the chess community through his
coaching and instructional content. *
*Information gathered from AI
*Upcoming and Ongoing Events*
*The US Blind* is going to be held 07/12/24 – 07/14/24. There
is $5000.00 in guaranteed prize money.
Click on the link below for all of the information and how to register.
US Blind 7/12-14
<https://cavemanchess.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5a8b29fd121e32f99cf0f2cca&id=8d3b2b19cf&e=a62cbdaa21>
*The Chess Queens *gathering, hosted by Marilyn Bland, meets the third
Saturday of every month. The next Chess Queens gathering will be April 20,
2024 at 15:00 UTC. Viral Trivedi, the
West Zone secretary of All India Chess Federation will be the guest
speaker. He will be sharing details about the Women’s Open Tournament to be
held in Bangalore later this year, and
will also be discussing chess for female players in India.
*Women’s Open Championship *27 September – 7 October in India. Find more
details on the IBCA website: https://ibca-info.org/event-calendar/
*Pan-American Championship* 20 – 25 October in Ecuador. Find more details
on the IBCA website: https://ibca-info.org/event-calendar/
*The Hands On Chess* chat, hosted by Rita Crawford, meets the first
Saturday of every month. The next Hands On Chess chat will be May 4, 2024
at 11:00 a.m. Eastern / 15:00 UTC.
*“Saturday Golden Moves”* Arena Tournament is held every Saturday at
23:00 UTC, duration 3 hours. Watch Freelists every Saturday for additional
information.
*The Ladder Tournament* is ongoing and you can join the tournament at any
time. If you are interested in joining or would like more information on
how the tournament works, reach out
to the tournament Director Mario Montalvo at superfoxpro@xxxxxxxxx
*The Chess Queens Tournament and the Dama y Rey Tournament* are underway.
Below are links to each tournament showing the current standings.
*Chess Queens:*
https://chess-results.com/tnr882459.aspx?lan=1
*Dama y Rey Tournament:*
https://chess-results.com/fed.aspx/tnr911335.aspx?lan=2 ;(After
launching the link, scroll down slightly for standings.)
