Ep. 1: Chess Openings and the Club Player
Welcome to The Chess Angle! This episode is a condensed, rapid-fire discussion of chess openings for club players and adult improvers. Talking points include:
The main goal of the opening
System and thematic openings
Is there an advantage to having the white pieces?
Should you play complicated, theoretical openings?
The importance of a consistent opening repertoire
Referenced:
The London System in 12 Practical Lessons
Win With the London System
Play the London System
Starting Out: The French
Starting Out: The Nimzo-Indian
Starting Out: The Queen's Indian
Master the Hedgehog Structure…
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