Hey everyone,

We are excited to announce the winners of the May Chess Improvement Challenge! The winners for Video and Post of the Month were chosen from entries submitted via our registration form.

We must say, each month it becomes increasingly difficult to select only a few, as we receive so many excellent submissions that we consider all of them winners. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed their posts and videos and engaged with the club—your involvement has significantly enriched our Improvers Club and, therefore, the entire Chess Community. Kudos to you all!  

That said, let's keep the intro brief! Here are the May winners:

Post of the Month:

'Your Ultimate Teen Chess Handbook" by QQQ1M

QQQ1M's "Your Ultimate Teen Chess Handbook" is a fantastic resource crafted especially for teen chess players. It provides actionable tips for developing efficient practice routines, handling time pressure, and integrating chess into everyday life. The handbook emphasizes that chess not only enhances your performance but also fosters personal development. Great work, QQQ1M! We truly appreciate all your blog posts. Many of us in this community have been following them closely, and you're doing fantastic work! Keep it up!

Video of the Month:

 "How To Improve At Chess According To Science" by MarcoZapien

This video provides clear and practical advice, grounded in scientific research, on how to improve your chess skills. It covers key principles, such as progressing from simple to complex puzzles, clearly defining chess concepts, and revisiting these concepts to deepen understanding.

Additional valuable tips on opening preparation, calculation methods, and practical endgame strategies make this video an excellent resource for players at any level.

Thank you so much for sharing this content, MarcoZapien!

Improvers of the Month (Qualified for CoachChamps):

Intermediate/Advanced (1200+): Flan 

Flan has consistently demonstrated incredible progress and enthusiasm in the club. Always eager to collaborate and lend a hand to fellow members, Flan is also a talented content creator who regularly shares great posts and videos; here's one of the latest videos, by the way:

A big congratulations on your well-deserved recognition, Flan!

Beginner/Intermediate (Up to 1200): Southernrun 

Southernrun has demonstrated remarkable dedication to improving through a variety of puzzles, games, and improver events, making steady progress along the way in his chess journey. With ongoing participation and a great attitude, Southernrun has made a wonderful contribution to our community's mission. Keep up the fantastic work!

Prizes:

• $50 Chessable voucher
• Three-month Chess.com Diamond Membership
• Personalized coaching session
• Invitation to CoachChamps (exclusive for Improvers of the Month)

Thanks again to everyone who participated!

Do you want to have your content featured in June? Don't forget to submit your best chess improvement content through the same form!

Keep playing, learning, and improving—see you next month!