The St. Louis Chess Club wants to become the “EPICENTER OF THE CHESS WORLD” with a new tournament hall and broadcast studios – and a month-long celebration with famous grandmasters. Ashley Byrd talks with Grandmaster and tournament commentator Maurice...
At just 14 years old, Alice Lee won the women’s 2024 American Cup in St. Louis. Alice beat a wide field of competitors including a two-time Grand Master. Ashley Byrd talks with Alice, now the youngest American female player to achieve this...
Maurice Ashley made history as the first African-American Grandmaster. Now he is encouraging schools and parents to introduce chess –especially in underserved areas. He spoke to Ashley Byrd from the Saint Louis Chess Club during the prestigious American Cup...
