By Taki S. Raton The Word Chess Organization defines a Chess Grandmaster as the highest title a chess player can attain. Once achieved, the tile is held for life. A native of St Andrews, … [Read more...]
Brooklyn teen represents United States in World Youth Chess Tournament
Young, Gifted & Black Series By Taki S. Raton It is the mission of this YG&B series to highlight exemplary and accomplished profiles of African American youth locally, regionally, … [Read more...]
Awesome chess talent among the world’s best
Young, Gifted & Black Series By Taki S. Raton This former chess novice has risen to the title of the “LeBron James of Chess” as noted by Todd Johnson in his June 20, 2012 TheGriot … [Read more...]
Rising chess star poised to contribute to African American master legacy
Young, Gifted & Black Series By Taki S. Raton She grew up in a single parent home in the working class neighborhood of East Flatbush, Brooklyn. Her first chess lesson was from her … [Read more...]