US Chess League
Here’s an idea that isn’t as wacky as Chess Boxing. Greg Shahade, known for his interest in Chess and Poker, also is one of the founders and supporters of the US Chess League.
The concept is simple - create a league with local teams that plays a regular schedule of matches, just like regular sports teams. Games can be seen live on the Internet Chess Club.
We have added a link to their website if you would like to learn more about your local team. There is even an area on the site to purchase merchandise.
I might even buy a mug myself - the logo is pretty cool (even though it is a blatant ripoff of the NBA)!
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kindredspiritks // August 4, 2008 at 4:22 pm
Personally I like the concept of the old fashion chess club and atmosphere of being with friends and associates who enjoy chess and try to outwit the opponent without wondering whether or not the unseen opposition in internet play is using a chess computer, opening books in assisting their decisions for choosing a move or general strategy. I do like the idea of internet play if we could agree to play “fair and square”.
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