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“Some people play for ratings; I play because no two games are alike.” -Dennis Grant, United State Chess Federation tournament director, Waukegan

“In spite of some of the studies showing it helps grades, it is not a supported sport in schools.” – Alan Losoff, president, Illinois Chess Association, Morton Grove

“Chess is competition in its purest form. It is only about winning or losing.” – Wayne Clark, chess player, Lake Villa

“Chess is a mating game in more ways than one. Complete strangers will talk to each other.” – Phyllis Benjamin, Women’s Chess Committee chairwoman, United State Chess Federation, New York