Jesse Kraai (born 1972) is an American chess Grandmaster who achieved his title in 2007. He is also known for his contributions to chess education and has authored the novel “Lisa: A Chess Novel.”
U.S. Senior and Junior Chess Championships: Qualify in July
Chess players 50 or older, and under age 21, will travel to Chicago in late July 2025 to earn spots in the 2026 U.S. Senior Championship, 2026 U.S. Senior Women’s Championship, and 2026 U.S. Junior Championship. Chess players between the ages of 21 and 50 will travel to Chicago too, as excellent prize money is offered for that age group! More 🡢
