MATCH Chess Day at the Diamond with the Richmond Braves Photographs by Michelle Evans June 2008
GM Ashley came to Richmond, Virginia in June of 2008 to attend Chess Day with the Richmond Braves. He played chess, spoke about the benefits of chess for kids, and threw out the first pitch. Channel 6 News ran this interview about Maurice's visit and the MATCH Summer Chess Camp.
Baltimore Uban Renaissance and Knights of Valor Pictures Photographs by Patrice Miles and Kenneth Tabron Summer 2009
Urban Renaissance Development Corporation hosts a popular summer camp every year in Baltimore, Maryland. This year (2010) they are partnering with Huber Church and the Knights of Valor to host a MATCH Chess Camp. Here, you can view pictures of last year's (2009) summer camp as well as pictures of the Huber Knights of Valor playing chess with some basketball players you just might recognize.
MATCH 2009 Summer Camp Photographs by Sandra Marr of Synapse Photo July 2009
GM Ashley came to Richmond, Virginia in July of 2009 for a MATCH summer camp. The camp was held at Collegiate School. We enjoyed the facilities and working with all of the students. Here are some photos of the camp.
MATCH 2009 End of Camp Celebration Photographs by Laura Morris July 2009 - VA Climbing
The end of the 2009 camp was celebrated at Peak Experiences indoor rock climbing facility. GM Ashley and the campers enjoyed climbing together and visiting with parents.
MATCH 2008 Summer Camp Photographs by West End Chess July 2008
GM Ashley came to Richmond, Virginia in July of 2008 for a MATCH summer camp. The camp was held at beautiful Maymont Park. We enjoyed working with all of the students. Here are some photos of the camp.
MATCH Schenectady Camp Photographs by Richard Loving Summer 2009
GM Ashley spent a week in Schenectady, New York leading a MATCH Chess Camp. The kids participated in chess lessons throughout the day, but also had the opportunity to participate in additional activities.
MATCH Schenectady - Rock Climbing Photographs by Richard Loving Summer 2009
Although the kids who participated in last year's Schnectedy camp spent most of their time participating in chess activities, they had the opportunity to climb on an indoor rock wall. Here are pictures from that activity.