Weekly Theme: Week of September 21-27, 2014

The Theme for this Week is Strategy.  I used to play Chess (and still occasionally do, especially against computerized opponents).  There are two parts, to winning a chess game:  Strategy and Tactics.  Strategy is a high-level goal, including, in chess the highest level goal of defeating the enemy King.  But, to get there, keep in mind the lower level strategies, such as controlling the middle of the chess board, and keeping your pawns connected.  On the other hand, tactics are things to watch for, to be able to win the game.  For example, look for weaknesses in the opposing player's position, as well as looking for combinations, that allow you to gain material, such as the ability to win unprotected pieces.