

Ep. 149 Jay Garrison (1907 USCF)
May 30, 2024
Experienced chess player Jay Garrison discusses his rapid rise in USCF rating from 1901 to 1907 in just 2 years. Topics include hitting rating plateaus, overhauling his process, and playing blitz to turn knowledge into skill against higher-rated opponents.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Journey to Chess Improvement: Ups and Downs
01:31 • 9min
Journey through Chess Study Regimen to Life's Distractions
10:48 • 14min
Chess Player's Journey of Self-Improvement and Overcoming Challenges
25:16 • 23min
Navigating Coaching Relationships in Chess
48:33 • 4min
Expanding Chess Opening Repertoire to Surprise Opponents
52:40 • 2min
Improving Chess Skills through Over-the-Board Blitz Games
54:14 • 5min
Perseverance and Improvement in Chess Journey
59:37 • 9min