Jim Eade

Jim Eade (born 1957) is an American chess FIDE Master, author, and organizer, known for his contributions to chess education and promotion. He has written several instructional books, including “Chess for Dummies,” and served as the president of the U.S. Chess Trust.

Natasha Christiansen and Alexey Root, November 15, 2025

No Draw Offers in Chess and a Playoff Under Protest

At the 2025 U.S. Senior Women’s Championship, three people told me that I lack fighting spirit. And that I have a peaceful nature. They are right. I like to offer draws, and I like to accept draw offers. Therefore, the best tournaments for me to play in would be those that prohibit offering draws. Then I would be forced to fight in my chess games, and my chess skills would likely improve. More 🡢
Alexey Root and Anjelina Belakovskaia

U.S. Senior Women’s Championship

The first ever U.S. Senior Women’s Championship, an invitational for women 50 and older, was held November 3–5, 2023, at the Berkeley Chess School. The Eade Foundation was its sponsor, with help from US Chess. More 🡢