Marysville Chess Club
        Moves That Make Sense!

In the photo is Santa Clause. Ok, I know, it is really John Nelson. John has been a member of the chess club for a couple of years. He learned how to play chess when he was 16 (now 68) wow! John loves to play chess, he is very enthusiastic and plays in our club blitz tournaments, classical tournaments and attends our Tuesday’s chess class. John’s all-time favorite player is Bobby Fischer. His local chess hero is Roy Dotson – hey, that is me giggle giggle. Thanks John! When asked what he liked about the Marysville chess club, John said everything but certainly the people. One of his favorite chess memories is that he played the King’s Indian Attack the first game he ever played and played that same opening 50 years later in a tournament at Belmont, where I met John. We hit it off right away. I invited John to the chess club, and he has been coming ever since. John is such a nice guy; he is very generous and caring. John is always giving something to someone and will help you in a moment’s notice with a personal matter or if you just need help gardening. What a fantastic addition to our club!

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Thank you for your membership, John, it is a pleasure having you!

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Roy Dotson, Founder Marysville Chess Club.