670 Dreams. 64 Squares. One Saturday Morning at Paredes.
published on October 5, 2025

670 players. 40 schools. Six divisions packed with grit, brilliance, and heart. From Elias Mota's historic 15-0 streak to Zoey Hernandez's courageous return, the Paredes Blackout was more than results and trophies. It was proof that Valley chess is thriving, and the best is still ahead.

Dive into the full tournament recap, explore annotated games from the top boards, and see why this Saturday morning mattered.