ACES of Davao, Davao City (2026)

23/05/2025

Dabawenyo Chess Enthusiasts, Ready Your Boards!
The monthly Standard Chess Tournament is back at Gaisano Mall of Davao! Open to all chess lovers, this exciting event features a 30+30 time control format, promising intense and strategic matchups.

For those interested in joining, please contact FA Ronnie Tabudlong at 0923-971-0393 for registration and more details.

08/05/2025

EMCOR Lends Support to the 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament in Davao City

EMCOR, one of the country's leading appliance and motorcycle retailers, continues to champion youth development and mental discipline by supporting the upcoming 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament, set to take place from May 16 to 18, 2025, at Gaisano Capital in Mintal, Davao City.

Organized by the Aton Chess Excellence School (ACES) of Davao, this highly anticipated event is designed to provide a competitive yet inclusive platform for young chess enthusiasts across Mindanao. The tournament’s unique format offers a rare opportunity for the youth to face off against veteran players and titled professionals, including national masters and seasoned chess veterans, under standard time control rules — a format that emphasizes deep strategic thinking and endurance.

Through its sponsorship, EMCOR is providing major prizes, helping ensure a successful and meaningful event for all participants. The company’s involvement is in line with its broader corporate social responsibility goals, which include promoting education, discipline, and youth engagement through intellectual sports like chess.
“This tournament is more than a competition,” ACES of Davao founder Irwin Aton noted. “It’s a learning ground and a bridge between generations of players. EMCOR’s support allows us to elevate the experience, making it memorable for our young participants.”

The tournament is expected to draw a wide range of participants, from elementary students to junior and senior high school players. Matches will be held in a 7-round Swiss system, fostering an environment of fair play and continuous learning regardless of win-loss records. Special awards, such as Best Junior Player, Best Kiddie Player and Best Female Player, will also be given to recognize exceptional performances.

By supporting events like the 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament, EMCOR reaffirms its role not only as a leading retailer but also as a steadfast partner in community-building initiatives that enrich the lives of the next generation.
Registration for the tournament is ongoing, and young players are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to learn, compete, and grow under the banner of sportsmanship and strategic excellence.

See you!!

07/05/2025

EMCOR Lends Support to the 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament in Davao City
EMCOR, one of the country’s leading appliance and motorcycle retailers, continues to champion youth development and mental discipline by supporting the upcoming 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament, set to take place from May 16 to 18, 2025, at Gaisano Capital in Mintal, Davao City.
Organized by the Aon Chess Excellence School (ACES) of Davao, this highly anticipated event is designed to provide a competitive yet inclusive platform for young chess enthusiasts across Mindanao. The tournament’s unique format offers a rare opportunity for the youth to face off against veteran players and titled professionals, including national masters and seasoned chess veterans, under standard time control rules — a format that emphasizes deep strategic thinking and endurance.
Through its sponsorship, EMCOR is providing major prizes, helping ensure a successful and meaningful event for all participants. The company’s involvement is in line with its broader corporate social responsibility goals, which include promoting education, discipline, and youth engagement through intellectual sports like chess.
“This tournament is more than a competition,” ACES of Davao founder Irwin Aton noted. “It’s a learning ground and a bridge between generations of players. EMCOR’s support allows us to elevate the experience, making it memorable for our young participants.”
The tournament is expected to draw a wide range of participants, from elementary students to junior and senior high school players. Matches will be held in a 7-round Swiss system, fostering an environment of fair play and continuous learning regardless of win-loss records. Special awards, such as Best Junior Player, Best Kiddie Player and Best Female Player, will also be given to recognize exceptional performances.
By supporting events like the 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament, EMCOR reaffirms its role not only as a leading retailer but also as a steadfast partner in community-building initiatives that enrich the lives of the next generation.
Registration for the tournament is ongoing, and young players are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to learn, compete, and grow under the banner of sportsmanship and strategic excellence.
See you!!

07/05/2025

Veteran Mind at Work: NM Jayson Salubre Returns to the Board for the 1st ACES Open Standard Tournament
Davao City, Philippines — A familiar name in Philippine chess circles, particularly in the Davao region, National Master (NM) Jayson Salubre is set to make a notable return to competitive play in the upcoming 1st ACES Open Standard Tournament on May 16-18, 2025 at the Gaisano Capital at Mintal, Davao City. Known for his deep understanding of the game and tenacious playing style, Salubre’s participation adds prestige and excitement to the event.
For those in the Davao chess community, Salubre needs no introduction. A fixture in local tournaments since childhood, his name has been synonymous with consistency, endurance, and competitive spirit. His approach to the game is methodical and punishing—a true “stamina player,” as many describe him. Salubre is renowned for holding solid positions and waiting patiently for opponents to falter, a strategy that has earned him countless victories over the years. National Master Jayson Salubre is very much like our main sponsor -- EMCOR, a steady and continuously growing force in the community.
Though his presence in recent tournaments has been limited, Salubre has not been far from the chessboard. He has transitioned his focus to mentoring young talents, including his own children. His dedication bore fruit earlier this year at the Department of Education (DepEd) regional meet, where his daughter qualified after a strong showing at the provincial level. Though she narrowly missed advancing to the national stage at the Palarong Pambansa, the experience underscores Salubre's growing impact as a coach and chess father.
In March 2025, Salubre made waves again when he tied for second place in an Open Standard tournament in Cebu. What made the finish even more special was the fact that he is one of the first trainers of the player who claimed the top spot—his former student, Christian Gina Karlo Arca, who is now on the verge of receiving the International Master (IM) title. The tournament served as both a personal resurgence and a testament to Salubre’s enduring influence on the next generation of Filipino chess talents.
As he heads into the 1st ACES Open Standard Tournament, expectations are high. Not just for results, but for the inspiration he brings with each move. With his wealth of experience and unshakable composure, Salubre will surely be a player to watch.
His return to the competitive scene isn’t just a comeback—it’s a reminder that true mastery in chess never fades; it simply evolves.
The 1st ACES Open Standard Chess Tournament would like to recognize its major sponsor -- EMCOR. EMCOR is a popular store in the Philippines with 165 stores and 2100 workforce. EMCOR is a very strong player in the retail industry of motorcycles, home appliances, furniture, computers and IT products. EMCOR and the ACES share the mission of contributing to the development by providing customers and the community we serve with quality products and services.