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Earth vs. Space Chess Match 2008

The Squeeze...

By Glenn Petersen, Editor, Chess Life for Kids
October 27, 2009
Earth has spoken and 36 ... Bc4 is the overwhelming choice, forcing the White knight to a1. Is the end near? Will the Stevenson Elementary School students continue to suggest ways to restrict (or constrict, if you prefer) White's options? We can't wait for the next round of voting. NASA Astronaut Greg Chamitoff may soon be yearning for outer space - or any kind of space in the very near future. You can follow the game in our game viewer by clicking on the link at the right. Greg Chamitoff vs. Earth (after 36...Bc4) Reminder: Don't miss a moment of this historic match - add our RSS feed to keep up with the latest developments, as articles and moves are posted here, and as voting periods occur.

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Earth vs. Space Chess Match, 2008-09

Astronaut Dr. Greg Chamitoff has sent 46.Kxa2 and his resignation and congratulations to the Stevenson stars and Earth's voters.

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The Final Position:

(after Greg's 46.Kxa2)

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Media Contacts:
NASA - Kelly Humphries
Johnson Space Center, Houston
281-483-5111
kelly.o.humphries
@nasa.gov

USCF - Glenn Petersen
732-252-8388
[email protected]

Stevenson Team -
Coach David Hendricks
WA State Scholastic Coordinator
425-868-3881
425-269-7949
DavidCHendricks
@comcast.net

Match Director -
Hal Bogner
650-284-5062
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