Alright, intermediate players, let's take your game to the next level on Chess.com! Today, build on your foundational understanding by exploring some key tactical and strategic concepts.
Focus on the 'Lessons' section of Chess.com, specifically the 'Intermediate (Key Concepts)' lessons. Recommended topics include 'Make the Most of Your Pieces' and 'Winning with Tactics'.
Also, use the 'Puzzles' section to practice identifying tactical motifs like pins, forks, skewers, and double attacks. Tactics flow from superior positions, so begin exploring opening goals and positional ideas.
Analyze some real game positions together to understand how tactics and strategies unfold in practice. Then, play some games with a focus on applying what has been learned, and analyze those games afterwards to identify areas for improvement.
Challenge yourselves and think deeply about your moves. Remember to plan, not just react. The goal today is to expand knowledge of tactics and strategies, and develop a more systematic approach to evaluating board positions.
Alright, intermediate players, let's take your game to the next level on Chess.com! Today, build on your foundational understanding by exploring some key tactical and strategic concepts.
Focus on the 'Lessons' section of Chess.com, specifically the 'Intermediate (Key Concepts)' lessons. Recommended topics include 'Make the Most of Your Pieces' and 'Winning with Tactics'.
Also, use the 'Puzzles' section to practice identifying tactical motifs like pins, forks, skewers, and double attacks. Tactics flow from superior positions, so begin exploring opening goals and positional ideas.
Analyze some real game positions together to understand how tactics and strategies unfold in practice. Then, play some games with a focus on applying what has been learned, and analyze those games afterwards to identify areas for improvement.
Challenge yourselves and think deeply about your moves. Remember to plan, not just react. The goal today is to expand knowledge of tactics and strategies, and develop a more systematic approach to evaluating board positions.