Grandmaster-in-Residence

This is where I grew up. I remember where I came from and I'm incredibly thankful for the opportunities that the Mechanics' Institute gave me. I would not be where I am today without the Mechanics'.
Sam Shankland, American Chess Grandmaster
Grandmaster in residenceSam Shankland is an American Chess Grandmaster and the 2018 US Chess Champion. He is a 10-year veteran on the US Olympic Team, a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist (2014 and 2016) and one-time Silver Medalist (2018), a former World U18 co-champion (2008), and the winner of dozens of international tournaments across four continents. His peak FIDE rating of 2731 FIDE placed him at #21 in the world. In addition to his playing career, he has worked as an analyst for World Champion Magnus Carlsen in preparation for the 2014 and 2016 World Championship matches. He has also published three books as well as nine online opening database courses, and he is a co-owner and co-founder of Killer Chess Training.

 

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