Forums

Improving my English Opening

Sort:
Edgot_got

Right now my English Opening is pretty weak. I never develop my kingside very early and castle when I can afford it. Are there any tips on follow up moves or general things to keep in mind while playing?

kindaspongey

Possibly of interest:

Starting Out: English Opening by Neil McDonald

https://web.archive.org/web/20140627024240/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/hansen53.pdf

Edgot_got

Alright, I'll check it out. Thanks for your input.

 

IMKeto

It might be me, but i can find a game where you play the Engish?

Edgot_got

Yeah, I usually play it IRL instead of online. Online I usually go with the King's Pawn Opening. 

IMKeto
Edgot_got wrote:

Yeah, I usually play it IRL instead of online. Online I usually go with the King's Pawn Opening. 

Then i will say based on your online games, openings are the last thing you should be concentrating on.  You should be stcking with the basics like:

Following Opening Principles.

Not hanging material.

Not missing simple tactics.

ponz111

The English is a difficult opening for a class D player to understand. Thus it may not be suitable for such a player.

IMBacon is correct. If you wish to improve--there are much better ways to improve your game.

Edgot_got

Thank you all for helping me. It is much appreciated.