Edward Scimia

USCF tournament director and newsletter editor
Author of five e-books books on competitive gaming including Texas Hold’em Strategy for Beginners
Private chess instructor

Experience

Ed Scimia is a former writer for The Spruce, contributing 53 articles over the course of nearly 8 years. A private chess instructor and USCF tournament director, Ed also served as editor of the USCF's first online newsletter, Chess Review Online. His chess accomplishments include first place finishes in the u1200 section of the 2002 World Open and the u1800 section of the 2007 Connecticut State Championships.

Education

Scimia received a bachelor's degree in Magazine Journalism from Syracuse University in 2003.

Publications and Awards

Texas Hold’em Strategy for Beginners (e-book)
Editor of online newsletter Chess Review Online

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