We signed Gideon up for a Chess Tournament. While he's played chess for several years, this was his first one; and mine as a parent. We were woefully unprepared.
First off, it was much, much longer than we expected. It's a full day event.
Secondly, many of the kids brought books to track their moves. It wasn't required but encouraged. Gideon doesn't know the move format, so he was a bit frazzled by that. It was clear if he wants to do this more, he'll have to learn some things.
Official Chess tournaments are really weird. Parents (for good reason) are not aloud in the main room with the kids. So, you're there supporting your kid all day but can't even see him most of the time or even cheer him on.
He won two games and lost two games. Not bad for a first timer.
Life Between the Lines... May
1 year ago
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Way to go for it Gideon! I admire you for putting yourself out there and trying something new (well, not new new but you know).
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