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Analysis, Strategy & Tactics 2026
One of the things we all want to do as chess players is to improve our understanding of the game - we want to get better! One of the ways of doing that is to spend time looking at positions that are similar to ones we might come across in our games. In this section of our website we have 15 sets of positions with links to analyses of them.
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MaDD Summer Puzzles 2025: 6 Brain-Teasing Challenges for Juniors
The summer holidays are here — but that doesn’t mean your chess skills have to take a break! We’ve put together six themed puzzle sheets for MaDD juniors to print at home and tackle over the holidays. Whether you’re chilling at home or away on a family trip, these puzzles are perfect for keeping your chess sharp.
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Chess Openings: The French Defence
The French Defence is a solid and resilient choice, offering black a strong central presence and long-term counterattacking chances. One of the key advantages of the French is its strategic richness—black often aims for a well-timed break in the centre or queenside, while maintaining a strong pawn structure and room for piece manoeuvring.
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Special thanks to Storth House
We’re incredibly grateful to Storth House Community Rental Space for their continued support in providing space for our chess club events. Their generosity has helped foster a welcoming and vibrant environment for players of all ages and abilities.
If you're part of a community organisation in Huddersfield looking for a place to meet, host events, or run activities, we highly recommend checking out the excellent facilities at Storth House. They’re a vital part of our local community — and they have space available!
