MSEUF Black and White Chess Tournament 2015
As technology changes and advances, the use of gadgets and social media also increases. That’s why it’s good to know that in spite of recent trends, there are still people who are fond of playing traditional games like chess.
Playing chess – probably one of the all-time favorite board games – provides many advantages. According to research, playing it can raise our IQ levels, improve our memorization skills, and help us develop critical thinking.
Last October 3-4, 2015, the members of the Honor Society of the Lambda Kappa Phi of Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation (MSEUF) opened their annual chess tournament to their fellow Lucenahins at Pacific Mall, Lucena City.
This week, let’s take a moment to know more about their club through one of the organizers, Mark Steven Enriquez.
Can you briefly explain to us the history of HSLKP?
The Honor Society of the Lambda Kappa Phi was founded on March 14, 1957 with the aim of gathering together the brightest and most dynamic scholars and student leaders in one organization.
Considered to be the first fraternity in Enverga University, its pioneer members included members of the Editorial Staff of “The Luzonian,” the school’s official publication; presidents of the different colleges such as the colleges of Law, Education, Commerce, and Engineering; and the president of the Lucena Jaycees to name a few.
Currently, aside from our numerous alumni, the 58th Grand Council of HSLKP consists of almost 20 active members coming from the different departments of MSEUF.
How many participants joined the said event?
- Kids Division – 10 participants
- Inter High Division – 31 participants
- Open Tournament – 60 participants
- Kids Division (Elementary)
- Inter-High (High school)
- Open Division (Open to all ages)
What was the time limit of each stages of the chess tournament?
There is a maximum of 60 minutes per round. Each division consists of 7 rounds.
Who were the judges of the said event?
The arbiters were Mr. Renato Sales and Mr. Eduardo Santelices. Both are professional chess players who have been part of the Sector Arbitrary for the annual PRISAA (Private School Athletic Assoc.).
Who are the winners of this year’s chess tournament?
- Kiddies
1st – Mark Anthony Y. Palo
2nd – Prince Neezhel M. Sarahan
3rd- Alekhine Abracia
- Inter High
1st- Jonas Eurie S. Butiu
2nd – Rafael J. Dionisio
3rd – Daniel Cajegas
- Open Tournament
1st – Renier John Bamba
2nd – Narcissus Perez
3rd – Mark Alvin Villareal
What were the awards that were given to the lucky winners of Black and White Chess Tournament 2015?
Special awards:
- Most Outstanding Senior – Eduardo N. Veluz
- Youngest Player for Open Tournament – Marcus Glan M. Arellano
- Most Outstanding Female Player – Jazmine M. Lita
For each division;
- 1st place- Championship Trophy, cash prize, certificate and medal.
- 2nd place- cash prize, certificate, medal.
- 3rd place – cash prize, certificate, medal.
- 4th to 10th – Certificate and medal.
What piece of advice can you tell those aspiring chess players?
Passion and aiming for excellence are two of the most important factors a person should have. Personally, I can tell aspiring chess players out there to continue exploring whatever it is that they want to achieve. It doesn’t matter whether you win or lose as long as you like what you are doing. Just like playing chess, you cannot change the pieces you have; only the way you play the game.
Good luck, future chess masters!
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