Inspired by a desire to make chess accessible to everyone — not just people who can afford coaching or tournament fees, two ...

"This is the safe space that we want to have kids be able ... students and serious chess players The environment inside Project Pawn is competitive but welcoming for beginners.

Kids, teens, kings, and knights filled the multi-purpose room at Taylor Elementary School on Saturday during this year's Scholastic Chess Tournament. The event— hosted by SLO Chess Club ...