Twenty-four players competed over a fortnight with more than $160,000 in prizes awarded.  The tournament took place at the elegant Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis.

Mike also finished 1st place in the under-2400 catagory of the accompanying blitz tournament, ahead of several grandmasters.

Read Mike's tournament coverage in the August cover story of Chess Life.

See Mike's inverview with the champion here.

See Mike featured in the BBC America tournament coverage.

See the gallery.

Follow his daily tournament coverage at uschess.org and saintlouischessclub.org.

• Charlotte camp dates.
• Chapel Hill camp dates.

Registration for the Charlotte camps can be made through Providence Day School.

Registration form for the Chapel Hill camps here.

Special thanks to the Endhaven Chess Club and Ballantyne Rotary Club for their assistance and support.

The winning K-3 teams were Selwyn (3rd), Endhaven (2nd) and Hawk Ridge (1st). For the K-5, Selwyn (3rd), Hawk Ridge (2nd) and Endhaven (1st). Smith Academy won 1st in the K-8. See the individual results.

View the photo gallery.

Results from the February 27 & 28 NC State Scholastic Chess Championship are in.  Read about the outstanding achievements of Mike & Jessica's students here.

View the photo gallery. Additional pictures here. And a video on the local news.

Mike recounts some of the international chess experiences that he encountered while traveling last year - in photo essay form.

Read the article here.

Your generosity raised $379 in three hours to go directly to S.O.S. Haiti Development Foundation, an organization linked to a Charlotte chess family from Haiti. 

If you would like to contribute directly, you may mail your contribution to: Dr. Saidel Laine, Foundation President, S.O.S. Haiti Development Foundation (SOSHADEF) 18 Samana Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133.

Many thanks to the Myers Park High School Chess Team and Joe Biernacki for helping to organize the event.

For a recap of the event:  "Chess Exhibition Raises Funds for Haitian Earthquake Victims," Chess Life Online.

View the gallery.

Register here!

The tournament is open to all children in grades K-8. No prior tournament experience is necessary. If you are experienced, the tournament will serve as a great warmup to National events. Plus, free game analysis will be available at the tournament!

The tournament will be in three sections: K-3, K-5 and K-8. In the K-3 and K-5 sections, a minimum of 10 individual trophies and 3 team trophies will be awarded. In the K-8, the top 5 individuals and top team will be awarded trophies.

For all players, check in is between 8:30-9:00 a.m. If you arrive later, your child may not be able to play the first round. K-3 players will play 4 rounds at 9:30, 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00, with an awards ceremony to follow at 2:15. K-5 and K-8 players will play 3 rounds at 9:30, 11:30 and 1:00, with an awards ceremony to follow at 2:45.

Breakfast and lunch will be for sale on site. Chess sets will be provided for competition; you may bring your own for analysis. Please bring chess clocks if desired (not required). Parents are required to stay with children or assign a chaperone.

The entry fee is $15 if pre-registered (payable on-site, cash or check). On-site registration is $25. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Endhaven Chess Club. Whether pre-registered or not, please arrive NO LATER than 9:00 a.m.

Endhaven is located at 6815 Endhaven Lane, near the the Johnston Rd. exit of I-485.

Young Master Chess will be hosting a training camp from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, February 13 at Smith Academy of International Language at 1600 Tyvola Rd (note the change due to the Feb. 15 snow make-up day).

The camp will focus on specific areas of tournament play to help your child be more confident and successful at the tournament.

It will be taught by FM Mike Klein and Jessica Martin. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome; campers will be divided into groups. To register, please click here. 

The cost is $20 per child if pre-registered by Friday, February 12. On-site registration is $25. All monies collected on the morning of the camp. Please arrive between 8:45 and 9:00. All chess sets and other materials will be provided, but you may bring a snack if you wish (lunch will not be provided).

See the FAQ.

Here are the results.