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June 6, 2025
A Paradigm Shift in Chess Training: My Recent Experience
Discover how modern chess training methods revolutionized my game. From AI tools to global coaching, here’s what truly changed my perspective.
March 20, 2025
Anishka Biyani: A Young Queen Conquering the Chessboard
Meet Anishka Biyani, SMCA’s young chess prodigy breaking records and winning hearts. Discover her journey at the world’s leading chess academy – SMCA.
August 10, 2024
Vedant Mistry: The Rising Prodigy of Indian Chess
Discover Vedant Mistry’s inspiring journey from student to star at SMCA – India’s top chess academy with 10K+ students and 500+ medalists. Join now!
July 25, 2024
Aditya Patil: A Decade of Dedication and Triumph
Aditya Patil’s decade-long Chess Star journey led him to 2000+ Elo and national fame. Discover how hard work and SMCA mentorship shaped a true chess champion.
July 22, 2024
Tvesha Ashish Jain: The Queen of Chess and Young Talent
Meet Tvesha Ashish Jain, U-9 Chess Champion . Trained at SMCA, she’s a young prodigy aiming to become a Grandmaster and represent India globally.
December 30, 2023
Strategies for Overcoming Painful Blunders in Chess
Strategies for Overcoming Painful Blunders in Chess Encountering a significant blunder during a game can be disheartening, but how you respond to it is crucial. SMCA offers valuable insights on how to navigate these challenging moments. Handling a Catastrophic Blunder Rebounding from a major blunder isn't simple. Even Grandmasters face this challenge. Remember the quote:
December 30, 2023
Unlocking Your Tournament Resilience: A Practical Guide for Chess Players
Master the mental game! Learn practical tips to build resilience and confidence for chess tournament A must-read for serious players aiming to level up.
December 28, 2023
World Youth Chess Championship 2023: A Showcase of Young Talent and Triumphs
Explore the highlights of World Youth Chess Championship 2023. a global stage for young talent, fierce battles, and future chess legends in the making.
November 7, 2023
The History of Chess Olympiads: From 1927 to Present
Explore the rich history of Chess Olympiad from 1927 to the present day. Discover legendary players, milestones & global impact of this iconic event.
November 6, 2023
A Remarkable Triumph by SMCAites at MSSA Tournament! ????
SMCA students deliver a winning performance at the MSSA Chess Tournament - Explore how our champions continue to raise the bar in competitive chess.
November 1, 2023
The 10 Most Important Moments In Chess History
Discover the 10 most important events that shaped chess history — from its ancient origins to Magnus Carlsen’s reign. A must-read for every chess lover!
August 30, 2023
Is Chess Good For Brain?
Explore how chess boosts memory, focus, and problem-solving skills. Learn from India’s top trainers at SMCA – the premier chess academy for champions.