Chess Competition

Chess comp

The 7th March 2014 was a day of enjoyment for the St Agnes Catholic High School Chess Team who showcased their chess skills and knowledge as well as the comradeship felt with each other.

During this day, the Chess team travelled to the host school, Penrith High School, where the intense competition was held. The hall was set up with four long tables and chairs, each with their own chess sets and timers. What was also exhibited during this day were the passionate gazes and intense concentration generated by all competitors, as well the continuous clicking of chess clocks.

Overall 6 secondary schools and 3 primary schools competed, with 123 competitors from the secondary stage, and 18 in the primary. St Agnes Catholic High School came 2nd overall, with the top 4 scorers contributing to this victory. The top 4 scorers were Bryan Taguibao who came 3rd, Karlo Jakovljevic who was a newcomer to the club, Edmond Luk whose rally to stall the time limit grabbed the attention of many, and Gerard Salanga, who was narrowly defeated by the top contenders.

St Agnes showed capable teamwork skills, as they cheered for their teammates before and after the chess battles. Every individual worked extremely hard to win their battles, and their effort is to be commended. At the end of the day, everyone accepted their losses with a smile whilst the winners cheerfully recorded their wins to the chess organisers. Everyone is encouraged to try the art of chess. It is a social sport that is beautiful in its own right.