Valentine Cox wins 2023 Bahamas Chess national championship

THE Bahamas Chess Federation recently held its 2023 Bahamas Chess National Championship at Colina’s J Whitney Pinder building on Collins Avenue.

“Supporting the event was a no-brainer,” said Maxine V Seymour, director of corporate communications at Colina.

“Colina is dedicated to youth development and we are pleased that The Bahamas Chess Federation is likeminded as demonstrated in their commitment to exposing young persons to the sport.

“Playing chess has many benefits, it improves memory, increases planning skills, deepens focus, teaches critical thinking and encourages camaraderie,” said Ms Seymour.

“This year, many of the

RIGHT players who competed in the 2023 Bahamas National Championship are juniors,” said Kendrick Knowles, president of the Bahamas Chess Federation. “Chess opens up a world of opportunities for young people and these young players represent the future of Bahamian chess.”

“Your sponsorship is assisting with the growth of chess in The Bahamas and by extension, youth development,” said Mr Knowles.

The Bahamas Chess National Championship concluded on Sunday, January

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COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS New Providence

City of Nassau

22. National Master Valentine Cox claimed The Bahamas Chess National Championship by winning eight out of nine games. If you are interested in joining The Bahamas Chess Federation, visit www.bahamaschessfederation.org.

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