Chess Club News

Individual Chess Competition 

Congratulations to the seven children who competed in the Individual Chess Competition at Highlands Christian College on Tuesday 6th March 2023.   

There were over 300 children competing, with 25 schools represented.  It was wonderful to see a high representation of girls, with over 100 girls there. 

Cooper Skuse, Sam Hardy, Jaishan Francis (Year 3) and Jivanthy Francis  (Year 2) competed in the Novice Section in a pool of 110 children from different schools.  This was their first time competing in an individual competition and they did themselves and their school proud.  Well done! 

In the Open Section, there were 225 competitors.  Our Year 5 boys Hari Vinod, Jaxon Jessep and Liam McHugh (all who have participated previously) competed in this section. 

The children secured some wins, some draws and some losses.  The students’ behaviour was exemplary, representing St Saviour’s well and they reported having an enjoyable day of chess, handball, cards, footy and socialising. 

We have had several beginners start chess club this term. Hopefully they will continue and have the opportunity to also represent St Saviour’s in the future. 

Sara McHugh

Chess Club Coordinator