Randy Bauer is a National Master currently residing in Urbandale, Iowa, USA. Many years ago, as one of the Midwest’s top scholastic players, Randy won both the Minnesota junior high and senior high championship twice, was Minnesota state junior champion and ranked among the top players in the country in his age group.

Randy first earned the national master title in 1989 and is currently rated 2304 by the United States Chess Federation. He has won over twenty Grand Prix tournaments throughout the Midwest as well as the championship of the State of Iowa.

Randy has also been active in chess writing and publication. He has served as Editor of the Iowa State Chess Association’s quarterly newsletter and has contributed to other publications, including CHESS LIFE magazine. His Internet chess writing has been republished in chess periodicals throughout the world and was featured in Sarah Hurst’s book, CHESS ON THE WEB. He has been nominated for multiple awards by the Chess Journalists of America.

When there are bills to be paid, Randy toils as budget director for the State of Iowa. He and his wife Debbie share a home with their daughters, Jenna and Kiera.

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