𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆

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[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@ibza2004 @ibza2004 hebu DM me kama unaweza

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@fatherzos @ZANewsFlash He had nothing to lose, no phone or wallet. Cared less 😂

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@LarryMadowo Another reason why sports in Africa lags behind, they probably fear competition. @FIDE_chess and @AfricanChessCon need to look into such matters and support.

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

Hard work pays...to more winnings 👏

[Lighthouse Chess Club Mombasa @Lighthouse_msa]

We have an amazing crop of Gen A’s. They topped the U18 section in the Coast juniors chess championship 🏆 👏👏.
#chess #lighthousechessclub

[Rapcha The Sayantist @IAMRAPCHA]

"At no point are you ever going to convince this generation that you mean well for them, because when they came to you with flags on their hands you sent them back with bullets and death

This is going down in the history books, we are no longer in a generation where history is going to be manipulated"

[Njugush @BlessedNjugush]

Please note this video is edited and fake
#RejectFinanceBill2024

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@LarryMadowo @festolang They should go to Haiti and deal with the armed gangs there if that's what they are best at.

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@C_ServicesKE @ImmigrationDept @JuliusKBitok @InteriorKE @NRBKitambulisho @crs_kenya Eti Mashujaa...😂

[Lighthouse Chess Club Mombasa @Lighthouse_msa]

Saturday chess training at Ratna Square ♟️♟️
#lighthousechessclub #chess #chesskenya

[International Chess Federation @FIDE_chess]

Africa U8 Chess Champion wins prestigious national award in Kenya

Nathaniel Manyeki emerged as the 2nd runner-up in the Most Promising Personality of the Year 2023 category at the Sports Personality of The Year Award, Kenya (SOYA Awards).
The reigning Under 8 Africa Youth Champion, Nathaniel, showcased his exceptional talent by achieving a perfect score at the Africa Youth Chess Championship held last year in Egypt.

ℹ️More info 🔗https://t.co/NQN6mDo3kx

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@C_ServicesKE @ImmigrationDept @crs_kenya @InteriorKE @JuliusKBitok How about providing a link for tracking, some passports are printed and the SMS texts are not sent.

[Lighthouse Chess Club Mombasa @Lighthouse_msa]

"Your success will increase with your ability to solve problems" Brad Lea.
#chess #lighthousechessclub

[Daily Nation @NationAfrica]

Kenya Chess Championship: Four stay in hunt for brand new Nissan Note https://t.co/nGTwvceFi9

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

Jumuiya ya Africa Mashariki Open was an amazing chess tournament thanks to @thegiftofchess
Looking forward to more of such learning opportunities and experiences for our kids and upcoming champions.

[Bernice Wambui @BerniceWambui22]

Welcome to the thrilling finale of the @thegiftofchess Jumuiya Ya Afrika Mashariki Open Chess Tournament 2023! It's the grand culmination where strategic brilliance converges with intense battles. Brace yourselves for an exhilarating day of chess excellence! @Tunde_OD @MeetsKids

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

Proud moment, congrats

[Lighthouse Chess Club Mombasa @Lighthouse_msa]

Congratulations to our Under 10 champ🏆 👏👏
#lighthousechessclub #chess #chesskenya

[Lighthouse Chess Club Mombasa @Lighthouse_msa]

P.S Nothing comes easy and at once. Join us every Saturday for chess training at Ratna square Nyali♟️
#lighthousechessclub #chess

[𝖊𝖉𝖜𝖎𝖓 𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖓𝖆 @Ed_Gichana]

@ovngani He deserves an award for the Sports Personality of the month @OfficialSJAK @LGEastAfrica

[Dr Victor Ng'ani 🇰 @ovngani]

Proud Moment for Kenya!! This 7 year old, Nathaniel Manyeki, has just won the Africa U8 Open Chess crown in Egypt with a perfect 9/9 score! He beat 6 Egyptians in the process and has earned a provisional Candidate Master Title. Elizabeth Cassidy won Bronze in U12G- gets WCM title

[Susan Polgar @SusanPolgar]

Coaching Tips

I have seen too many incidents of parents/coaches screaming at the children because of lost games. Some of these kids were frightened to tears. This is so unfortunate.

Winning and losing is just a part of the game. There are valuable lessons that all children can learn with either result. Therefore, it is up to the parents/coaches to motivate them to learn and do the right things. Here are some of my suggestions to the parents and coaches of young players:

1. Control yourself

I realize that parents/coaches are disappointed when their youngsters do not win. But that is when they need you the most. Screaming, yelling, and hitting will not help and it can backfire. The children can get intimidated and may not be able to play at their full strength. In addition, they may start to hate chess or hate competing.

2. Stay strong, give support and encouragement

When your youngsters win, that’s great. Congratulate them. However, when they lose, give them even more support and encouragement. That’s when they need you the most. That is when their psyche is most vulnerable and when they need reassurance that you still love and support them.

3. Make it fun and motivating

Young children usually have difficulty focusing and concentrating for a long period of time. Therefore, you should take one game at a time and avoid discussing future games or opponents. Teach them to focus and concentrate on each move and each game, and when that game is over then focus and concentrate on the next game.

4. Rating does not matter

Too many parents and coaches are preoccupied with ratings. It’s just a number. Ratings are unimportant at such a young age and they tend to be skewed depending on where the youngsters live. Additionally, many children play chess on the Internet and can improve in between tournaments, so their over the board rating may not reflect this. Teach the youngsters to play the positions and not the opponents. Do not let your youngsters overestimate or underestimate their opponents.

5. Follow the principles of chess

Teach your children to follow the basic principles of chess:

a) Control the Center! – The center consists of the squares e4, d4, e5 and d5. So when you start the game place your pawns in the center to occupy and control it as much as you can.

b) Develop Your Pieces as Soon as Possible! – Get your knights and bishops out. This should be done before you try to checkmate your opponent.

c) Castle as Soon as Possible! – Castle at the very first chance you have in order to keep your king safe. Remember, you can’t win if your king isn’t safe and you get checkmated first. So don’t forget to castle! Then after you castle, connect your rooks by developing your queen.

d) Keep Your Pieces Protected! – Don’t leave your pieces unprotected. Each and every piece you have is very valuable, so don’t lose them.

e) Have Fun! Win with Grace and Lose with Dignity! - First and foremost, chess should be fun. Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose, it’s all part of the game. When you win, be a good sport and don’t trash talk or make fun of your opponent. When you lose, be an even better sport and not a sore loser. Shake hands and congratulate your opponent. This will go a long way toward making good friends.

6. Do not dwell on the past

Every youngster will have bad games here and there. If you want to go over the game quickly to learn from the mistakes, that is fine. But do not be so preoccupied with the loss. The players need to move on and focus on the next game. Help your youngsters relax and concentrate in subsequent rounds. It will not help getting angry and upset over a bad loss. Otherwise, it can affect the next few games.

7. Don’t play too quickly

Teach your children to use their time properly in all phases of the game. Too many children move at the speed of their opponents. Don’t! Play at your own pace. Even when winning position, they should still take their time and be very careful of traps/counter-attacks.