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Sept. 29, 2024

Ep. 127: Chess Study Plans & Formulas, the Club-Level Thought Process, Tournament Strategy & More feat. James Nidds

Ep. 127: Chess Study Plans & Formulas, the Club-Level Thought Process, Tournament Strategy & More feat. James Nidds

James Nidds is a 58-year-old amateur player and LI Chess Club regular rated 1808 (US Chess) at the time of this recording. He offers a great deal of advice and perspective on chess improvement as an adult. Talking points include the following &...

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Ep. 127: Chess Study Plans & Formulas, the Club-Level Thought Process, Tournament Strategy & More feat. James Nidds
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James Nidds is a 58-year-old amateur player and LI Chess Club regular rated 1808 (US Chess) at the time of this recording. He offers a great deal of advice and perspective on chess improvement as an adult. Talking points include the following & more:

  • Beginners should focus on these THREE things
  • The FOUR characteristics all good players possess
  • How to handle opponents who play aggressively
  • Why the 2000 Kasparov-Kramnik match changed James' approach permanently
  • A sample chess study regimen
  • James' belief that electronic training tools are more effective than books
  • Why the idea that amateurs "should not spend too much time on openings" may be inaccurate for some players

Referenced:

Viktor Korchnoi - Sofia Polgar Speed Chess Match

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