NECS Blog Posts
Learn more about exciting world of chess by checking out the articles below!

Chess Superstitions: Lucky Pieces, Weird Habits, and the Funniest Things Players Believe
If you think chess is just about math, logic, and pure strategy, you might be surprised. Underneath the serious faces and intense concentration, chess players

Chess Blindfolds How Some Players Can Play Without Even Seeing the Board
Just picture yourself sitting in a chair, eyes covered, hearing someone say “Bishop to e4.” Now you have to keep track of all pieces on

An 11-Year-Old Just Beat a Record That Stood for 38 Years
Some chess records feel like they will never be broken. Judit Polgar, the female chess player of all time set a record back in 1988

Chess and ADHD: Why This Game Actually Helps Kids Focus Better
Most people associate ADHD gaming solutions with flashy lights and instant rewards, but could the solution be a 64-square game board instead? What if the

From Puzzle Master to Grandmaster: The Rise of Andy Woodward
The story of Andy Woodward in chess is considered to be the most amazing of the recent times. The 16-year-old boy already managed to achieve

The Grob Opening: Why Moving the g-pawn First is Pure Chaos
Let’s talk about chess openings. Most people start the game by pushing a center pawn (like e4 or d4). It’s safe, it’s smart, and it