A recent conversation with a mom regarding being in the Club
I recently had an enquiry from a mom and with her permission I am publishing our chat here Mum: Good afternoon, Coach Reuben. I wanted to...
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Reuben Salimu
- Oct 3
- 1 min
Understanding Development in Chess: A Perspective by Reuben Salimu
In the game of chess, a player named Aron Nimzowitsch talked about a smart way to move your pieces on the board which he called...
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Reuben Salimu
- Sep 24
- 1 min
🏆 Club Nominations for the Chess Connects Us Event 🏆
We are excited to announce our club’s nominations for the upcoming Chess Connects Us Event: Seniors: • Best Club Male: Minenhle Mncwabe...
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Reuben Salimu
- Sep 9
- 1 min
Round 11 Player Review: African Chess Lounge A's Dominant Display
Round 11 on 2023/09/09 at 09h30 African Chess Lounge A vs. Mitchells Plain A: 5 : 1 Salimu, Reuben (1869) vs. Sinden, Reginald (1539): 1...
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Reuben Salimu
- Sep 5
- 2 min
Congratulations to Our Rising Chess Stars!
Greetings to our esteemed African Chess Lounge community! We are elated to announce that several of our young and talented players have...
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Reuben Salimu
- Sep 5
- 2 min
African Chess Lounge A's Remarkable Weekend Showdowns
The African Chess Lounge A team, an emblem of chess finesse in the WP Club League 2023 B Division, once more made their presence felt on...
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Reuben Salimu
- Aug 28
- 3 min
African Chess Lounge A: Weekend Round-Up!
The echoes of clashing pieces and the ticking of the clock marked yet another thrilling weekend for the African Chess Lounge A team. As...
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Reuben Salimu
- Jul 27
- 1 min
How do I improve?
As a chess coach, I often come across eager chess players who yearn to improve their skills. One frequent question I encounter is: How...
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Reuben Salimu
- Jun 12
- 1 min
What is chess.com
Chess.com is a popular online chess platform where users can play games of chess against other players from around the world. It offers...
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Reuben Salimu
- May 24
- 2 min
🌟 Exciting Weekend of Chess Development and Collaboration! 🌟
I had the incredible opportunity to spend a weekend dedicated to chess development, joining forces with Genesis Chess Club from...
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Reuben Salimu
- May 11
- 2 min
The King vs The Queen: A Chess Perspective
Chess, the game of strategic prowess, often elicits intriguing questions from players of all ages. Recently, a curious third grader posed...
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Reuben Salimu
- Mar 24
- 1 min
New Master in the House
🎉👏🏆 Get ready to cheer, folks! We've got some AMAZING news. 🏆👏🎉 Please join us in celebrating the phenomenal achievement of our...
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Reuben Salimu
- Feb 17
- 3 min
Why most people don't improve at chess
Chess is a game that has been played for centuries, and over time it has attracted millions of enthusiasts. While some players have...
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Reuben Salimu
- Feb 7
- 2 min
How to Run a Successful Knockout Tournament with Strength Rankings
When it comes to organizing a knockout tournament, it can be helpful to know the strength rankings of the participants. This information...
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Reuben Salimu
- Jan 19
- 2 min
How Artificial Intelligence has advanced chess
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made several significant contributions to the field of chess, particularly in the area of chess engine...
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Reuben Salimu
- Jan 16
- 2 min
Making kids smarter with chess
We all want bright and intelligent kids, but getting them to put down video games and start reading Shakespeare might not always be so...
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Reuben Salimu
- Nov 22, 2022
- 2 min
What is the Chess World Cup
The FIDE World Cup refers to three different events over the years. Since 2000, it has been a major chess event organized by Fide the...
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Reuben Salimu
- Nov 10, 2022
- 1 min
The Western Cape Chessable Talent Identification and Grooming Program
Earlier this year with the help of Chessable,(https://www.chessable.com) African Chess Lounge and Western Cape Chess Association...
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Reuben Salimu
- Nov 9, 2022
- 2 min
5 Disciplinary Benefits of Chess for Kids
Introduction Parents always want what's best for their kids, and that includes making sure they get a well-rounded education. One subject...
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Reuben Salimu
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Why Losing a Chess Game Hurts So Much
Introduction Have you ever wondered why losing a chess game hurts so much? It's not just you—many chess amateurs also struggle with big...
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