US Chess League commissioner Greg Shahade understood well which part of the chess community is giving the best PR effect to his project. It comes as no surprise that he announced “Blogger of the Year award” for the upcoming season. The award includes a $100 prize and can be won by anyone from any team, or by any fan of a team.

English Chess Federation is one of the world’s most respected chess organizations, in spite the fact that “ECF can’t make BBC News Online to have regular chess coverage”. After only 8 months of activity, and “due to its unique features and good links”, the Streatham & Brixton Chess Club’s blog has deserved the prestigious Website of the Year 2007 award. Wonderful news. Congratulations guys!