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Sunday’s Friendly Rapid Chess Mini-Tournament at Triggerfish Market was another success, blending chess, community, and the vibrant atmosphere of the market. Between the live music, food stalls, and chatter, the click of clocks and the tension over the boards added a new kind of rhythm to the day. The morning started with the Beginners section…

Naomi pranced into The Warren like a conquering hero, clutching two gleaming trophies from the weekend’s A- and B-team victories. They’re now on display for everyone to admire… though the rainy weather meant fewer admirers than Naomi would’ve liked. (Bring sunglasses next week, people.) Still, she got her proud moment, pinning a medal on Clive—who…

The 2025 Cape Town Chess Senior League concluded in style at Northlink College Tygerberg Campus, where Helderberg Chess Club’s A and B teams both secured promotion after dominant performances in Round 11. A Team – Champions of the C Division Helderberg A went into their clash against Elsies River B determined to finish strong. Early…

This week’s Wacky Wednesday started way earlier than usual thanks to the public holiday—and the Helderberg chess players showed up in droves. By the time Naomi arrived at The Warren, John Gordon was already scowling as he scrambled to produce tiny interim sets for the flood of early birds. More than 20 players piled in,…

This past Sunday, Triggerfish Market was buzzing in a way vendors didn’t see coming. What’s usually a laid-back weekend market turned into a full-on chess festival as parents, kids, and curious passers-by crowded around the boards for a day of pure fun. Live music set the tone with an easy groove, while the sound of…

The Cape Town Club League served up a double-header this week, and Helderberg Chess Club’s A and B teams delivered in style—both squads remain at the top of their respective sections as the season heats up. Round 9 Recap Helderberg A Team faced UCT B and set the tone early with a sharp win from…

This past Wednesday was buzzing, with nearly 20 players filling The Warren.Reggie and Clive locked horns in a marathon match. Four games later, Reggie edged it 2½–1½, leaving Reggie strutting away like a champion. Alyssa kicked things off against Daniel — and midway through, she mysteriously transformed into a fluent (well… sort of) Afrikaans-speaking lady….

The call went out, and the U7 heroes answered! On Saturday at Gordon’s Bay Library, Heiko Etzebeth’s Big Chess Challenge brought a wave of excitement, strategy, and playful rivalry. Heiko showed why he’s a formidable opponent, claiming victories over Cayden Poole (U8), Zoey de Wet (U7), Dylan Raaths, and Trinity Izaacs (U8). Lila de Wet…

Saturday, 13 September 2025 The Cape Town League served up a packed Saturday as both the Helderberg A and B teams powered through two tough rounds – and walked away with maximum points. Round 7Helderberg B struck first against Kraaifontein D, with early victories from Eli and Daniël Cilliers putting the side 2–0 up. Momentum…

Alyssa got a shiny new video game and, in a shocking coincidence, suddenly came down with a mysterious illness just before chess. In the spirit of public health, she nobly stayed home to “recover”… while leveling up. She did swear she’d play some games online, though. The weather was cold and dreary, and it seemed…