Randy,

What a great way to spend the day.  This is such a good post... thanks for sharing it with everyone.

I know you love to play and teach these kids chess....you do good in the community Randy :)

I used to play chess and my uncle was pretty good...I haven't played in years...actually when I was younger in Jr. high ...I mad a board from two types of wood in my wood shop..wonder whatever happened to it?

I love chess but have no one that really likes to play. I am a big cribbage player and I really like to play any type of game.

I don't play - but am always amazed by the mind power those that do have.... great way to help your son build a brilliant mind

Randy, something tells me that kids who are into competitive chess don't have time to get into mischief!  Good work!

Hi Randy,
I never learned chess but understand the concentration, strategy, planning and reasoning required are great for the mind.    

Randy I remember you posting about this tournament last year.  GOOD LUCK TO YOUR KIDS I hope they kick butt.

Ryan Realty - It was a blast.

Sally - Thank you

Neal - That would be a keeper.  It is a shame you don't have it.

Jay - You can always play online.

Thesa - It has been a very positive thing for both of my sons.

Patricia - As a rule they are all good kids.

Cynthia - It is all of those things.  For seniors it is also a way of fighting off Alzheimer 's disease.

George - They both took home state titles.  My oldest Daniel's team (Mililani High School are the new State High School Champs.  My youngest tied for his grade and is the 1^st Grade Co-champ.

Randy - I've never sat long enough to learn how to play chess.  I figure I'll have time when I'm older...the grandkids can teach me ha ha.

Dorene - I am sure most of them know how to play already.

We are a chess playing family. Do you organize the whole chess tournament for the state?

My friend Guy and I run most of the events.  He organizes the scholastic ones and I help TD them with him.  I organize most of the open events, with the exception of the championships where I usually play.

Congratulations on the results!  I was wondering what the outcome was.

Mark - I will post them in the next day or two.  I have just been real busy the last week or so and did not have time to post.

Randy, these kids are all winners. I hope all your children continue success.

Randy - I would imagine that chess also teaches that actions have reactions; that what you do has consequences; and to think ahead about the ramifications of choices you make. If only chess were a required class - but it would probably only succeed with passionate leaders. My grandson learned chess at his private school and likes to compete in local chess tournaments.

Frank - Thank you

Sharon - Chess does teach them many things.  It is taught in some schools and they have higher academic results to prove the value.