Jason Kellen
2019 Coache of the Year!
Jason Kellen |
Coaches are the heart and soul of every chess community. When adult players look back on time spent learning and growing with the game, at the center of those memories stands the coach. Who are chess coaches? What qualities define these extraordinary and generous people? It is first a love of the players. Coaches watch their young players learn and grow and make the game their own. They mentor sportsmanship, goal setting, forward thinking and confidence – as well as the ability and desire to compete. They offer reassurance and support in place of criticism. They offer hope and encouragement. The finest coaches improve not only their players’ chess, but improve opportunities for chess in their communities, and improve the game itself. Minnesota enjoys many wonderful coaches who create an outstanding environment for young chess players in our State. From among this field it is our honor to recognize Jason Kellen, who exceed all our criteria for a great coach, as the School Chess Association 2019 Coach of the Year.
Congratulations, Jason from everyone at
the School Chess Association. |
Previous
Coach of the Year Winners |
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2018 |
Bill Heinemann |
2017 |
Colleen Fontanella & David Bluhm |
2016 |
Dana Litman & Don Picard |
2015 |
Pete Munene, Jeff Harrison |
2014 |
Richard Lassard, Nancy Meyer & Matthew Foli |
2013 |
Richard Weber and John & Sarah Thomson |
2012 |
Robin Altman & Tom Nelson |
2011 |
Stan Kegel and Barry Thorvilson |
2010 |
Michael Klein and Igor Rybakov |
2009 |
Jiten Patel |
2008 |
Daa Mahowald |
2007 |
Beth Proctor |
2006 |
Kevin Landman & Jeremy White |
2005 |
Luke Bearth & Mike Macken |
2004 |
Pat Lavone & Joan Pipp |
2003 |
Alex Adams |
2002 |
Barbara Vandenberg and Paul Morley |
2001 |
Joel Harmon |
2000 |
Jack Mangan |
1999 |
Bill Heinemann & Glenn Dowd |
1998 |
Sandy Mullaney |
1997 |
Lou McCoy |
1996 |
David Bluhm |
1995 |
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1994 |
Mary Jo Knutson |
1993 |
Robin Altman |
1992 |
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1991 |
Eduard Zelkind |
1990 |
Tonie Meiners |
1989 |
Russ Erickson |
1988 |
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1987 |
Brian Ribnick |
1986 |
Brian Ribnick |
1985 |