One of the objectives of opening play is to try to surprise your opponent. — Edmar Mednis Goals Copy Share Image
Unless a player has an 'understanding chess' rating of at least 2400, the amount of significant knowledge that he can impart on… — Edmar Mednis Amount Copy Share Image
Once you are in the endgame, the moment of truth has arrived... The amount of points that can be gained (and saved)… — Edmar Mednis Amount Copy Share Image
Playing without a concurrent critical review of one's skills will simply get you nowhere. — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
Bobby Fischer started off each game with a great advantage: after the opening he had used less time than his opponent and… — Edmar Mednis Advantage Copy Share Image
The number of 'unneccessary' errors that have been committed on move 41 are legion. — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
Only play into a variation in which your opponent is strong if you have your own personal novelty ready! — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
Even when the time control has been reached, there is one situation where you want to act as if it has not:… — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
After a bad opening, there is hope for the middle game. After a bad middle game, there is hope for the endgame.… — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
You must be able to handle a variety of move orders during the first 5-6 moves - otherwise you'll find yourself 'tricked'… — Edmar Mednis Able Copy Share Image
The key to ultimate succcess is the determination to progress day by day. — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
Your practical results will improve when you play what you know, like and have confidence in. — Edmar Mednis Chess Copy Share Image
