Vote Chess Done As a Team

1. All vote chess team members "turn on" tracking in the comments section, by placing a check in the box above comments.

2. In this particular group, we have a group of permanent leaders that keep the discussion on track, and help the team find the best move. These are experienced Vote Chess players. The leaders have only one vote, and inform the others when they will be out of contact with the group.

Members will be taught to enter chess boards, men, and moves (with optional moves) to use on the Team Discussion screen.

3. Members should sign in and suggest an opening depending on team color.

If somebody likes a move, let them post and explain their plan. The way to better vote chess is through Communication with your team mates.

4. The Leaders allow for everyone to evaluate moves to determine the better move before they Bold Font the team vote, for all to vote (or top two/three). Do not become individualistic thinking, remember this is a team match; allow everyone their say so. After you vote, copy the chart and post itusing the comment box, so everyone knows how the voting is going. Only discussed moves are allowed to be voted on!

5. Be Polite, we are all on the same team, if you don't agree with another member’s suggestion, do so in a polite manner, please refrain from negative or hurtful comments. Just because someone suggests a move that may be an obvious blunder, you don't have to tell him his move is dumb or stupid. Instead, use the opportunity to help that individual to see his/her mistake; it will help them to becoming a better player,

6. Resigning: Should be a last resort measure, however, there will be instances where we won't have a choice. Let’s be good sports, resign when the game is totally a no win, or draw if a draw situation. Our opponents will appreciate and recognize our team for this professional courtesy. Eventually, teams will note us for our honest and fair play, leading to more repeat matches.

7. Encourage participation of our lower rated members to get involved with our matches. This is a wonderful learning opportunity.

8. At 24 hours (or before), the Team leader (or Assistants) will Bolt Font or upsize Font showing the group’s decision, and then all members vote that move at that time. No one else is allowed to Bold or large font a move.

The Leader chooses an assistant, in case he cannot get to the board at 24 hours, the assistant takes over. Leadership is NOT bullying, but communicating to lead to a consensus. If a move is obviously the only logical choice, the leadermay designate it as such, and everyone can vote before 24 hours.

9. When we are victorious, we post a team note regarding our win.

10. When we lose, congratulate the opposing team, and perhaps request a re-match.

I hope this will help bring our vote chess team matches more coordination and success in the future.

Edited by Rev. Scotty

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