Saturday 26 September 2009

Phases of Chess

4 Crucial phases of Chess are:

Opening Phase: It includes the relevant and reliable opening systems to play. A well prepared opening is must before starting the match

Stress Phase: It is advised that one must consider every sphere equally important. This level separates the master from the ordinary player. A master considers each and every phase of the game equally important rather than mastering the certain phase.

Pre-ending phase: It refers to the phase considering the end game positions. Even the expert level players do not know how to go through this phase efficiently.

Discussion Phase: After every match, try to look for the mistakes you have committed in that particular match and then look for the alternative strategy keeping your self in the same situation.

2 comments:

  1. In some rare cases there will only be two phases as opening and ending, it happens when a beginner level player opposing master level player. The weak one will be squished very early, it’s because he won’t even get time to think about his plan. I am afraid that I am such a kind.

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  2. The best way to tackle the pre-ending phase is with simple safe tactics. In this phase it's always good to take the safe way. Let your opponent make the "dumb" or not smart moves. When your opponent does this, you know this is your time to make a move. If you can set up a nice counter defence you'll win for sure. Just remember during the pre-ending...

    1. Stay back or play it safe
    2. Let your opponent be the "brave one"
    3. When you see your opening pounce!
    4. Shake hands and move on to the next player

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