Chess/Expert Profile
Expertise
Questions about specific chess openings and advice about which opening repertoire is suited to a particular style. For example, the Sicilian Defense is suited to aggressive players, while the Caro Kann Defense appeals to defensive players.
Experience in the area
I've been studying chess since I was 12. Apart from a vast library of specialized chess opening books, I also have a huge database collection of games.
Education/Credentials
University, College
Past/Present Clients
I've been playing in chess tournaments in the United States and Canada since 1972. I've won many tournaments in both countries and I'm ranked as a Canadian Expert. I've also written articles for chess magazines and one of my best victories ever is featured here:
Chess Team Competition
My chessmastery.com site helps chess players from around the world with free advice.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Prashant Akerkar | 12/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Len Thank you. Thanks & Regards ..... |
| Edward | 12/15/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Edward | 12/13/11 | 9 | 9 | 10 | |
| Edward Kwan | 11/26/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Edward Kwan | 11/23/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Len Molden
2011-12-13 French Defence:
Hi Edward, The usual 3rd move in the Sicilian Defense is: 3.Nf3 ===== The reason for 3.Nf3 is that is develops a piece and protects the pawn at d4, so that if Black captures the pawn, White will
2011-12-11 French Defence:
Hi Edward, The usual third moves in the French Defence are Nc3 and e5. 3.Nc3 ===== The reason for 3.Nc3 is that is develops a piece and protects the pawn at e4, so that if Black captures the pawn
2011-11-23 Kasparov's games & King's Indian Defense:
Hi Edward, Black's basic plan in the King's Indian Defense is to let White occupy the center, then strike back against it in hypermodern style using either e5 (most common) or c5. Often with the center
2011-11-19 Kasparov's games:
Hi Edward, To sum up his playing style: Garry Kasparov was known as a dynamic, aggressive and energetic player. He also had incredible analytical abilities. Kasparov once said that there were only
2011-11-17 The King's Gambit:
Hi Sam, The king's gambit is considered a somewhat unsound opening at the higher levels of chess, but for anyone rated under 2400 USCF - it's completely playable. If you like tactics and exciting attacking
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