Sarina Motwani of the Spence School, who is also a Mentor Chess Coach and Tournament Director in the Her Move Next program, has published an article with US Chess’ Chess Life Online. Sarina brilliantly captures the essence of the Her Move Next mission.
Read More"My favorite part was doing my best," another player said. While everyone loves to win, coaches focused less on conspicuous victory, and more on improving for the next game and having a good time. Players learned that success is not only defined by winning the game - success can range anywhere from having fun with friends to enjoying a slice of pizza to learning something new - all of which were a part of the evening.
Read MoreThe second Her Move Next chess tournament was held on 2/8/19, after the first being so successful. Over forty-eight determined girls of all ages came together on that Friday night to compete head to head, while also divided into four teams vying against one another.
Read MoreGirls from all ages, all experience levels, and many schools across the city came together because of their common passion; chess. As each girl walked into the auditorium where the tournament was held, she realized that she was part of a larger community.
Read More“… And now, on the Eve of National Chess Day weekend (October 13-14), we celebrate another film premiere, Her Move Next, a short documentary (run time ~18 minutes) chronicling New York’s PS 33 Chelsea Prep elementary school’s 2016-2017 girls’ chess team.”
Read MoreWe are proud to announce that Her Move Next has won The People’s Choice Award at the Feminista Film Festival in London England!
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