Edward R. Murrow High School wins NYC chess championship

NEW YORK (WABC) -- It takes more than just brains to become a chess champion.

Now imagine being the best team in all of New York City 20 times over!

Michelle Charlesworth caught up with the students at Edward R. Murrow High School in Brooklyn who are breaking barriers beyond the classroom.

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You can watch her report in the video player above.