INTER-SCHOOL CHESS
The use of Chess as an educational tool has been promoted as this strategic game helps children evolve smarter in developing rational, logical thinking, wise manoeuvres and concentration.
The Inter School Chess Competition for boys was held at Stanes School, Coonoor on 25th and 26th July. Around 16 schools had participated. There were five rounds for each school. At the end of the fifth round our Under-14 team secured the fourth place and one Under-17 team secured the first place. Blitz chess, also known as Speed Chess was held. In the Under-14 division Yuvan Karthik secured the third place. The Under 17 boys team secured the First position with Ashwanth Kanna of Grade X being the individual winner.
