16/01/2025
**Santa Ana Pawn Squadron First Chess Tournament: Tie-Breaks Decide Rankings**
The Santa Ana Pawn Squadron successfully held its first chess tournament, showcasing the brilliance and determination of chess enthusiasts in the community. The event concluded with thrilling tie-break matches to determine the rankings for Rank 1 to 3 and Rank 6 to 11, adding to the excitement and competitive spirit of the tournament.
The chess tournament brought together players of all ages, fostering camaraderie and sharpening their strategic skills. The tie-breaks for Rank 1 to 3 were a highlight, with participants demonstrating exceptional talent and resilience under pressure. Similarly, the tie-break for Rank 6 to 11 kept spectators on the edge of their seats as players vied for recognition.
This memorable event would not have been possible without the generous support of its esteemed sponsors:
- Hon. Catherine J. Ladrido
- Hon. Victoriano Fabro Jr.
- Hon. Araceli Torralba
- Hon. Joel A. Martinez
- Hon. Jezarine Victor B. Ibus
- Mr. Romeo Asuncion
- Mrs. Mary Anne Ladrido
- Mr. Richard Paminta
- Dr. Virgie Lagundino
- Mr. Tyler Madarang
- Mrs. Bernadette Campos
- Mrs. Joy Uddipa
-Mr Jerome Ryan Robinion
-Barangay Centro(Hall-Venue)
The Santa Ana Pawn Squadron extends its deepest gratitude to these sponsors for their unwavering support, which made this tournament a remarkable success.
As the final pieces were moved and winners celebrated, the tournament left an indelible mark on the Santa Ana chess community. Organizers are optimistic that this is just the beginning of more chess tournaments and events to come, uniting the community through the game of strategy and intellect.