In addition to exciting tournament play and honoring legends for their contributions to the sport, the STLCC will proudly host the inaugural Saint Louis Chess Conference.
A new educational chess event will bring together leading voices in the community including Garry Kasparov, legendary world champion and founder of the Kasparov Chess Foundation, Judit Polgár, the strongest female chess player of all time, and Maurice Ashley, the first African American in chess history to earn the Grandmaster title.
Taking place October 24-26, the event will offer innovative programming designed for chess educators, researchers and enthusiasts to learn best practices, explore the latest research and celebrate the game of chess
“In collaboration with US Chess and Kasparov Chess Foundation, we are proud to bring together chess thought leaders for dynamic discussions and learning opportunities centered around education, research and the broader impact our beloved sport has on individuals and communities,” said Professor Michael Podgursky, Saint Louis Chess Club Board Member and Conference Chair.
To learn more about the event, visit stlchessconference.org.