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The Endgame Tactician: likesforests is back.
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009. My son's born and I'm ready to study chess again. I reckon some rust has settled onto my game, but it's nothing that a little tactical study can't shake off. I plan to stop by everyone's blog in the next couple days to see what's up. I hope all the knights have been making great progress, that dktransform's in good spirits, and that my old A-Team and more will be at the World Open again this year. Have a good one! Our youngest darling just turned 2yo. Kids are such an adventure.
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The Endgame Tactician: Blitzkrieg
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Sunday, March 08, 2009. In my January tournament, two games entered the Old Indian. Which I was unprepared for. In my February tournament, similarly two games entered the Stonewall. And then there was a Winawer. According to my Moskalenko, .Bf8 followed by .Bb7 was a surprising pet line of Petrosian. My opponent looked surprised. He broke the tournament silence to say so! I need more experience. I've turned to blitz. Ah the torture of the French player. I don't know why you guys do it. :). Most people gr...
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The Endgame Tactician: Who are the Knights Errant?
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Saturday, January 10, 2009. Who are the Knights Errant? The Knights Errant is a group of chess enthusiasts inspired by De La Maza's Rapid Chess Improvement. And 400 Points in 400 Days. We encourage one another on our personal quests for tactical and overall chess mastery. I serve as the Secretary of the Knights Errant. Active and Victorious Knights. King of the Spill. Man de la Maza. The Keys to Tactical Ability:. 8226; Habits • Knowledge • Calculation. De La Maza: ". De La Maza: "The Seven Circles exerc...
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The Endgame Tactician: World Open Victory!
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Monday, July 07, 2008. With 5 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses I clinched 5th place at the World Open 2008. It was satisfying. I do not suck at chess. I played Russians, Chinese, Americans, and an Indian. older folks with experience on their side, younger folks with sharp wits, and one coached by NM Dan Heisman. I held my own. Being in Philadelphia for the 4th of July with blunderprone, chessloser, Ivan, and Shelly (superknight42) rocked. They're wonderful. Wow let me be the first to say congratulations!
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The Endgame Tactician: Fremont 30/90, G/60 results
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Sunday, March 22, 2009. Fremont 30/90, G/60 results. I performed 1557, won 3 out of 4 games, and only lost to the tournament winner in the final round. a Russian whose last game in the US was in 2002. And I'm completely miserable about losing. Partly, the loss was so infuriating because I know I can play better chess than this! I think I didn't handle the pressure of the last game very well, and missing 21.g6 did nothing to settle my nerves. Grrrr. I hate losing for stupid reasons. Some champions take th...
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The Endgame Tactician: U1600: 1st Place & Perfect Score
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Sunday, August 10, 2008. U1600: 1st Place and Perfect Score. I won 1st place in my U1600 G/30 tourney this weekend with a perfect score. But to be honest, I'm disappointed with my performance. When the games turned sharp, I danced the tactical dance, and my opponents were left panting on the floor wondering what had hit them. But some of the games were not sharp! Then I had to take risks and winning was tough. Here's arguably my worst game:. Fellow bloggers, where did I go wrong? 3 You call that chess?
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The Endgame Tactician: The Tortoise and the ...
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Monday, February 23, 2009. The Tortoise and the . Artwork by illustrator Stephanie Smith. I played in another Open event this weekend and scored a USCF 1500 performance rating. That's solid, but nothing spectacular. Below is the critical position from another game, likesforests-careyfan:. A) What move gives White an advantage? B) White actually played 21.Na4. What move wins for Black? Bxe4 22.Bxe4 23.dxe4 Qxc4 so 21.Qg6! And now: 22.Bxf3. Is met by 3.Nxe3. Fails due to 3.Qf3 . 19Qxd1 Instead, black might...
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The Endgame Tactician: Birthdays
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009. I suppose I've been remiss in keeping this blog up-to-date. In about two months, my son will be born. Today is my birthday. I've been studying Mastering Chess Openings. To improve my opening and early middlegame, and playing 5s increment blitz. I plan to take a break from coaching, being coached, and even tournaments. But I am not taking a break from chess. I blame the time zones that I am a little late). Happy birthday and congrats. Banatt, thanks. :). Ray, thanks. :). Happy ver...
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The Endgame Tactician: 66 Days Later...
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Thursday, August 27, 2009. Few of you probably wonder, "What ever became of likesforests? I have not studied any chess. My baby's doing well. I lost 45 lbs, but injured my knee. I scored an apprenticeship in a new career. Arriving next month to look after my children. The past few months have been hectic, exciting, and life-changing. But this is a chess blog, and I suppose this is enough non-chess for now. May Caissa shine on thee! It is good to hear from you. Good luck in life and in chess. Less weight ...
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The Endgame Tactician: a Nap before the Big One
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009. A Nap before the Big One. On Saturday I enter my slowest tournament yet. 30/90, G/60. four 5-hour games against class C opponents. I don't expect hanging pieces. Since my last tourney I've played over 100 blitz games and studied the troublesome positions with an International Master. This week I'm resting up, hitting the deep tactics, and reading Heisman's time management articles. All signs point to conquest. PS - Samurai is alive, and on his way back! On that second game,.
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