There is specific knowledge which all good scholastic players should be familiar with if they aspire to represent their school or club in team competition. Understanding of these essential elements will assure that the player is adequately prepared to competitively plan and advance in chess. (more) |
Experience shows it to be true - students who learn to play chess show noticable improvment in grades, standardized test scores, and in increased attention span. Tennessee has one of the nation's most outstanding chess programs for scholastic-age players. Every year hundreds of school-age players from across Tennessee compete in local, regional, and state championship events. There are both individual and team competitions, as well as events for players of all ages and skill levels. (more) |
By: Leonard S. Dickerson |
The Tennessee Chess Association is the official governing body for the development and growth of chess within the state. Organized in 1947, the TCA is a non-profit corporation ((501 (c) (3)). Administered by the Board of Directors, it is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation and, among other things, serves as a source of support and direction for clubs, scholastic programs, and competition in Tennessee. |
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The Tennessee Chess Association is the official governing body for the development and growth of chess within the state. Organized in 1947, the TCA is a non-profit corporation ((501 (c) (3)). Administered by the Board of Directors, it is an affiliate of the United States Chess Federation and, among other things, serves as a source of support and direction for clubs, scholastic programs, and competition in Tennessee. |
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Last Updated - 11/20/05 |
By: Leonard S. Dickerson |
Experience shows it to be true - students who learn to play chess show noticable improvment in grades, standardized test scores, and in increased attention span. Tennessee has one of the nation's most outstanding chess programs for scholastic-age players. Every year hundreds of school-age players from across Tennessee compete in local, regional, and state championship events. There are both individual and team competitions, as well as events for players of all ages and skill levels. (more) |
There is specific knowledge which all good scholastic players should be familiar with if they aspire to represent their school or club in team competition. Understanding of these essential elements will assure that the player is adequately prepared to competitively plan and advance in chess. (more) |
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