CHESS CHAMPS

The College’s chess teams checkmated their way to some great results in the 2022 National Interschool Chess Finals (online) at the end of November, with Berwick Campus student Jing Jing (Year 5) awarded joint best female player in the Primary Division.

After progressing from the state finals in October, the students competed over two days across three categories: our Primary Years team finished 7th, our Middle Years team finished 9th, and our Open Years team finished 12th.

“The competition was against the strongest players in Australia, so we are all happy and satisfied. Overall, it was a great honour to play for the school, and I look forward to playing more chess next year,” said Berwick Campus student John (Year 7).

Each day of the tournament began with an introduction from chess masters, who analysed some of their own games and gave advice to players before the day began.

The students got a lot of value from the competition and enjoyed the opportunity to play chess alongside likeminded people.

“I had the time of my life, met new people, made new friends, and had an amazing time playing chess and talking to friends. I won some games and lost games, but it was all fun and I had a great time,” said Pakenham Campus student Cooper (Year 6).

“It was very fun and I would recommend it to anybody who enjoys playing chess. Thank you for this experience,” said Year 6 student Rose, also from Pakenham Campus.

Students can sign up to become a part of one of our chess teams by emailing the library staff at their campus.