Hanging Pieces
A hanging piece is a piece that is not defended.
This is the #1 reason beginners lose games.
- Always check if your pieces are defended
- Look for opponent’s hanging pieces
- Capture free material
Before every move, ask: “Is anything hanging?”
Video Lesson: Hanging Piece Chess Tactics - Beginner To Master | Chess Tactics | Nelson Lopez
Learn how hanging pieces are created and how to prevent them.
- How hanging pieces are created
- How to prevent them
- How to avoid them
Final Thought
hanging pieces are devasting for you, but a great opportunity to use against your opponent.