Curro learners make the right move at chess tournament

Curro Krugersdorp proudly hosted the district individual chess tournament recently. The tournament was hosted at the primary school and the high school, with over 400 learners from various schools participating.

The event brought together some of the region’s top young chess players, creating a competitive and inspiring environment filled with focus, strategy, and excellent sportsmanship.

According to the school’s marketer, Dibuseng Maboya, learners competed across various age groups, showcasing their skills and determination over the two-day tournament. Curro’s players rose to the challenge, with 16 of our learners finishing within the top 50 in their respective categories, a remarkable achievement against such strong competition.

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The following learners secured top 10 positions:

• Ruzivo Kadenge – sixth place
• AJ Nichol – ninth place
• Grant Ninham – ninth place
• Matthew Green – ninth place
• Zandré Haasbroek – second place

“These results are a testament to the dedication, focus, and resilience of our learners, who consistently demonstrated composure under pressure while representing the school with pride,” said Dibuseng.

The tournament was a resounding success, not only in terms of participation but also in the high standard of play displayed throughout.

“Events like these continue to highlight the importance of chess in developing critical thinking, discipline, and perseverance among learners.”