The University Games 2024 kicked off with an exhilarating display of mental prowess as our school's chess team took to the boards. Competing against top players from other campuses, our athletes showcased their strategic skills and determination.

In the women's category, Ma. Fe Paloma, Kimberly Estela, Janiña Rosello, Karyle Bernales, and Sherly Estrera represented our school with commendable tenacity. Each match was a battle of wits, highlighting their hard work and dedication to the game.

Meanwhile, the men's division featured our talented players: Eugene Arcala, Yasser Dumandan, Rojie Sardonido, and Khyle Vlademier Gagan. Their strategic moves and calculated risks kept spectators on the edge of their seats as they navigated through challenging opponents guided by their coach Mr.Nicko M. Salazar.

Although they could not make it to the higher phases of the competition, the Maasin City Campus chess team showed competence and strategic potential during the U-Games 2024 chess tournament. Notwithstanding this result, the competition gave Maasin City's players valuable experience and knowledge of sophisticated competitive chess. Members of the team acknowledged the importance of playing against players from different campuses of Southern Leyte State University, pointing out that these games revealed areas that needed strategic development. In addition to being enjoyable, this event provided an educational opportunity that will help them improve their methods and approaches. 

(via Melou Jean Butlig | Pulse)