Arizona Chess for Schools

Ben Marmont (USCF 2150)

Posted on 08. Nov, 2009 by admin.

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Ben is an Expert chess player attending the University of Arizona. He plays extremely balanced chess, which is very valuable when playing important chess tournaments as well as being a chess coach. Those looking for a coach that will cover all the aspects of chess will find a perfect match in Ben. Ben has also [...]

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Ashu Thakur (USCF 2000)

Posted on 07. Nov, 2009 by admin.

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Even though Ashu learned chess relatively late, his passion for the game and an overall discipline quickly catapulted him to become one of Arizona’s very best youth players. He has been Arizona State Champion for many years and placed in the top at many National competitions. He enjoys playing logical chess where every move is [...]

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National Master Leo Martinez (USCF 2200)

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Leo is a former Scholastic, High School, and National Champion (2000-2005) and offers many years of teaching experience. He manages the Arizona Scorpions Chess Team at the US Chess Leauge, coaches privately across Tucson, and is currently studying at the University of Arizona. Leo’s emphasis is on positional improvement. This includes improving the placement of one’s [...]

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Sean Higgins (USCF Rating 2150); Master

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Chess Master and National High School Champion (with Foothills High School). Student of Economics in Tulane University, New Orleans. Sean’s biggest practical skills include tactical play, dynamic pawn structures, and a deep knowledge of openings. He is a very strong and solid player who tries to incorporate those qualities into his teaching methods. Sean likes [...]

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Christopher De Sa (USCF Rating 2200); Master

Posted on 01. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Before leaving for Stanford, Chris De Sa became the 200 7 Arizona State High School Champion (Individual), and shared the National Championship with his Team at Foothills High School. Chris is a very strong and creative chess player, dangerous on any level, as his game results with International Masters have proven. A current student in [...]

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Expert Josh Leonard (USCF Rating 1995)

Posted on 01. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Josh has been a TUSD chess coach for 10 years and a math teacher for 5 years. He is the Coach of The 2007 State Champion Khalsa Elementary Chess Team, and the former Director of the SACA Scholastic Chess League. Josh is currently running programs at 6 campuses and teaching chess at all levels.