Maroon Chess Academy

The recently concluded 1st MCA Mini-Tournament - 20 and under was successful!

Thanks to Ma'am Rose Ann for providing the venue! ✨

Champion: Jeremy Marticio
2nd place: Jericho Marticio
3rd place: Sean Andrei Lacanilao
4th place: Raiden Paguia
5th place: Jayrald Jade Antiporta
6th place: Darry James Garibay
7th place: John Destan Bangloy
8th place: Roland Maximo Jr.
9th place: John Matthew Facistol
10th place: Charlie Anne Lo

Top Lady: Liz Dominique Taopa
Top U12: Dave Martin Garibay

Congratulations to our winners!
Thank you for those who participated and for the support!
We hope you enjoyed and learned a lot!

Participants as of April 14 - 9:52am

1. Ronald Maximo - 18 y/o -
2. Ivan Licu - 13 y/o - paid
3. Stagian Jair Salera - 10 y/o - paid
4. JM Facistol - 11 y/o - paid
5. John Destan Bangloy 9 y/o - paid
6. Jalleysaq Vinyld Xen Santos - 17 y/o -
7. Emmanuel Madali - 15 y/o -
8. Lance Anderson Uy - 15 y/o -
9. Carlos Marasigan - 18 y/o -
10. Jaylo Abaincia - 14 y/o - paid
11. John Patrick Dalde -
12. DJ Garibay - 14 y/o - paid
13. Martin Garibay - 11 y/o - paid
14. Esther Varela - 12 y/o - paid
15. Kaye Andrea Quintal - 18 y/o - paid

LIMITED TO 30 PARTICIPANTS‼️

JOIN!

1st MCA Mini-Tournament - 20 and under

Date: April 17, 2026 (Friday)
Location: 86 Annapolis St., Cubao, Quezon City

Format: Local-rated, 6-round Swiss System
Time control: 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment

Eligibility: 20 yrs old and under and no limit to rating

Registration Fee: P200 (until April 16)
Payment via GCash: 09618755764 (Cyrus Vladimir E. Francisco)

PRIZES:
Champion: P1,200 + medal
2nd place: P900 + medal
3rd place: P500 + medal
4th-10th place: P100 + medal

Category Prizes:
Top Lady: P200 + medal
Top U12: P200 + medal

NO ONSITE REGISTRATION!
Limited to 30 participants only!

Registration form: https://forms.gle/FbLSzjLTsco2vtP27

JOIN!

1st MCA Mini-Tournament - 20 and under

Date: April 17, 2026 (Friday)
Location: 86 Annapolis St., Cubao, Quezon City

Format: Local-rated, 6-round Swiss System
Time control: 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment

Eligibility: 20 yrs old and under and no limit to rating

Registration Fee: P200 (until April 16)
Payment via GCash: 09618755764 (Cyrus Vladimir E. Francisco)

PRIZES:
Champion: P1,200 + medal
2nd place: P900 + medal
3rd place: P500 + medal
4th-10th place: P100 + medal

Category Prizes:
Top Lady: P200 + medal
Top U12: P200 + medal

NO ONSITE REGISTRATION!
Limited to 30 participants only!

Registration form: https://forms.gle/FbLSzjLTsco2vtP27

The group session will be rescheduled next month due to low participants because of examinations. The rescheduled date of the group session will be posted here.

Prioritize studies first, alright?
Goodluck and see y'all next month!

♟KILLER INSTINCT: Masterclass F2F Chess Group Sessions ♟
Learn, play, and compete — all in one day!

📅 Date: March 15, 2026 (Sunday)
🕙 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: 86 Annapolis St., Cubao, Quezon City
💰 Fee: ₱500 only!

✨ What to Expect:
✅ One-hour lecture on endgames
✅ Simultaneous match vs. invited guest (guess who?)
✅ Mini-tournament with prizes
✅ 30-45 minute lunch break and post-game analysis

🎯 Limited to 20 participants only!
Don't forget to bring your own chess set and chess clock, thanks! 😉

📩 For inquiries and registration:
Message Cyrus Vladimir Francisco or Maroon Chess Academy on Facebook or Instagram
📱 Or contact: 09069207378 (WhatsApp, Viber, SMS)

♟KILLER INSTINCT: Masterclass F2F Chess Group Sessions ♟
Learn, play, and compete — all in one day!

📅 Date: March 15, 2026 (Sunday)
🕙 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: 86 Annapolis St., Cubao, Quezon City
💰 Fee: ₱500 only!

✨ What to Expect:
✅ One-hour lecture on endgames
✅ Simultaneous match vs. invited guest (guess who?)
✅ Mini-tournament with prizes
✅ 30-45 minute lunch break and post-game analysis

🎯 Limited to 20 participants only!
Don't forget to bring your own chess set and chess clock, thanks! 😉

📩 For inquiries and registration:
Message Cyrus Vladimir Francisco or Maroon Chess Academy on Facebook or Instagram
📱 Or contact: 09069207378 (WhatsApp, Viber, SMS)

The registration is now closed.
Don't worry, we have other events next month. See ya!

JOIN‼️
FREE REGISTRATION‼️

Clarence Ong's Birthday Chess Training Tournament

Eligibility: Under 18 players

Venue: 86 Annapolis St. Cubao, Quezon City

Limited to 30 participants only!

There are still 6 slots left, join now!

For more details and registration, contact Ma'am Rose Ann

JOIN‼️
FREE REGISTRATION‼️

Clarence Ong's Birthday Chess Training Tournament

Eligibility: Under 18 players

Venue: 86 Annapolis St. Cubao, Quezon City

Limited to 30 participants only!

There are still 6 slots left, join now!

For more details and registration, contact Ma'am Rose Ann

Congratulations to Clarence Ong for placing 2nd place last January 25 in Coach Rudy Birthday FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament!

You're slowly seeing the fruits of your hardwork and our training😉.
Keep up the good work and always continue training!




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♟️ Interested in Chess Lessons?
Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring tournament player, I offer online and face-to-face coaching sessions designed to help you grow, compete, and enjoy the game.

📩 For inquiries:
Message me directly through FB, IG, WhatsApp or Viber: 09069207378

Let’s build better players, one move at a time. ♟️

— Coach Cyrus Francisco

Maroon Chess Academy's F2F Group Session - 2nd edition titled "Final Phase" has been successful last January 24!

Thanks to Ma'am Rose Ann for providing the venue and foods for the participants!

Thanks also to our invited guest Roderenz Balaoro Adra for having a simultaneous match and practice games against the participants!

Congratulations also to our winners in the mini-tournament!

No matter what happens, you always win or learn!

See ya on the next one! --------------------------------------------------------------------------
♟️ Interested in Chess Lessons?
Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring tournament player, I offer online and face-to-face coaching sessions designed to help you grow, compete, and enjoy the game.

📩 For inquiries:
Message me directly through FB, IG, WhatsApp or Viber: 09069207378

Let’s build better players, one move at a time. ♟️

— Coach Cyrus Francisco