As the guest of the Smith family in Missouri, Goran has spent most of the winter coaching students, attending tournaments, and watching the incredible snows that have blanketed the area this winter.

He and his student, James Larkin Smith, traveled in late January to the Cardinal Open in Columbus. Goran easily won this tournament, along with one in Austin,Texas and Kansas City. Needless to say, James and Jacob's chess skills have improved from having their coach with them this winter. From the many photos of the three of them, we know they have become very close friends and are having fun.

He is currently in the USA and still playing!!! I am sure we will have more on this later.

Let the games begin	James Smith on right
Goran playing Grandmaster Alex Yermolinsky	Getting into the game!
Rade and Goran	UT-D Award Ceremony
What's move should I make next?	Leaving a Serbian Restaurant in Milwaukee

Goran, James and Jacob having dinner!