James Neal
Hans Niemann Juicing Theory!
A hypothetical angle that could explain the success of Hans Niemann. Last night I was empathizing with Magnus Carlsen and I made an...
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James Neal
- 15 hours ago
Colorado Chess Talent
I was in such a good mood today I decided to visit a local chess club. My original plan was recording some in-person blitz games but that...
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James Neal
- 2 days ago
Reassessing My Chess
Colorado Springs strengthens James’s resolve to train! I am coming off a disappointing showing at a dual rated tournament in Denver. I...
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James Neal
- Sep 15
New Thunder Kings!
Developing Master Strategists under the tutelage of Coach James Hello students, I will provide you with a guide that will allow you to...
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James Neal
- Sep 8
2022 Sinquefield Round 6
My biased opinion of Opened versus Closed events. Much has settled down and we are now back to enjoying high quality chess. I am watching...
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James Neal
- Sep 5
Fire on a Denver Chess Board
James (2243) shares 1st place with Yuval (2047) with a score of 4 out of 5. This weekend I decided to attend the Colorado Open. I entered...
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James Neal
- Aug 25
Making them Recognize your Greatness!
An interesting chess club in Denver Colorado... I had a conversation a few weeks ago with a kid at a bi-monthly chess club I attend in...
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James Neal
- Jun 10
Remote Working Efficiency?
Why is it the tastiest things are often the most unhealthy? I thought about this remote work situation and wanted to provide a...
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James Neal
- May 4
Sheridan Open 2022
NM James Neal (2227) claims 2nd place (4/5) and adds 5 rating points (2232). Last weekend I attended a chess tournament in Sheridan...
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James Neal
- Apr 9
Thunder Team Challenge #01
The first of many Scholastic Team Events. We had a good 14 players participate in this weekend’s Thunder Teams Event. This special...
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James Neal
- Mar 11
Midwest Exodus
Driving from the Midwest to the Desert. I completed my tour in the Midwest and it was time for me to get back to Wyoming. After the Port...
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James Neal
- Feb 19
US Amateur North 2022
We are less than 24 hours outside of USAT 2022. Our team is ranked #3 in the field. We have a great chance of winning this tournament as...
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James Neal
- Feb 10
2022 K-12 Champions of Iowa
Journalism for the 2022 Denker/Rockefeller/Barber Candidates event. I made a long journey from California to Iowa to participate in my...
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James Neal
- Jan 18
Thunder Kings of 2022!
The completion of North American Open and the Rise of a Champion! This might be the year where I become a complete player and gain a ton...
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James Neal
- Dec 26, 2021
North American Open (Pre-Game)
After about 2 days of camping in St. George Utah, I had decided to make the trip back to Las Vegas. I did some research to choose the...
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James Neal
- Nov 25, 2021
Colorado Chess Tour
I decided to head down south this weekend to play some serious chess in Colorado. I had a long drive back to Wyoming, but I had recovered...
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James Neal
- Nov 9, 2021
Post Game Report - 2021 LA Open
My first tournament in 2 months went as I would expect. I was rusty and regained my form late in the event. Under the circumstances, my...
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James Neal
- Nov 5, 2021
2021 Los Angeles Open
I am currently in Los Angeles and one day out from my first tournament in about 2 months. The last event I attended was the Iowa Open...
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James Neal
- Oct 16, 2021
A Long Road Ahead
I decided to set off driving yesterday and I found my timing to be less than ideal. The day after taking that COVID shot I had an...
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James Neal
- Oct 14, 2021
An Interesting Change of Heart
Today is a special day! I have arrived at the point where I should be going south. My game plan is to slowly make my way to Arizona...
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