In Estonia, “Jah” means “Yes.” At the 2007 U.S. Masters Championships, “Jaan” translated into an even more resounding “Yes!” as GM Jaan Ehlvest, the lone grandmaster in the field, easily breezed to the crown.

After four straight years of wins for UMBC in the chess world’s own version of March Madness, UTD finally takes the big prize in college chess.

Endgame books have come a long way since the rote memorization required by Reuben Fine’s Basic Chess Endings. IM Jeremy Silman’s novel and practical presentation of material in his latest book represents a great step forward.

The Virginia Chess Federation rescues a popular tournament and mid-Atlantic players are rewarded with a fine location, fun side events, and a strong main draw led by Ehlvest, Shabalov, and Stripunsky.