Dominating the Kiambu Regional Chess Tournament
On Saturday, March 22nd, our school’s chess team showcased exceptional talent at the Kiambu Regional Chess Tournament. All 18 participants scored over three points, surpassing the two-point threshold needed to qualify for the National Championships. This outstanding achievement highlighted our young chess players’ dedication, strategic thinking, and hard work.
With their stellar performance, the team secured spots in two major national tournaments:
- Under-17 National Championship (April) – 8 students (7 boys & 1 girl) represented our school.
- Under-19 National Championship (August) – The remaining 10 students will compete later this year.
Coach John praised the team’s resilience, noting that the fierce competition featured top players from numerous secondary and primary schools. Despite the challenge, our students excelled, proving their game mastery.
Conquering the Kenya National Schools Chess Championship
From April 5th to 7th, our chess stars took on the Kenya National Schools Chess Championship at Mangu High School, the largest chess tournament in Kenyan history, with over 7,000 participants!
The event was a battle of wits, featuring intense matches, rising talent, and high-level competition. Our players demonstrated remarkable skill, holding their own against the country’s best young chess minds. After nine grueling rounds, three of our students triumphed, securing spots in the prestigious African Schools Chess Tournament in May (Mombasa) by scoring 6+ points (out of 9).
Qualifiers:
- Under-15 Open Category: Joseph Otieno
- Under-17 Girls Category: Sylvia Mario
- Under-17 Boys Category: Emmanuel Kamau
Full Team Results:
- Sylvia Mario – (Qualified for Africa)
- Joseph Otieno – (Qualified for Africa)
- Emmanuel Kamau – (Qualified for Africa)
- Jian Ngumi
- Jaycrack Maina
- Jones Kimutai Rop
- King David
- Wayne Kiptoo
Lessons Beyond the Board
Chess is more than a game—it’s a training ground for life. As Coach John explained, chess teaches:
- Strategic thinking – Planning ahead and anticipating challenges.
- Resilience – Learning from losses and adapting.
- Decision-making – Every move has consequences.
Our players have embraced these lessons, growing not just as competitors but as critical thinkers and leaders.
With three students advancing to the African Championship, our chess program continues to reach new heights. The school remains committed to nurturing this talent, ensuring our players have the resources and support to excel.
To our chess team, you’ve made us proud! Keep striving, learning, and conquering—one move at a time.
