CPG Chess Club

[ 2026 CViRAA ]

TEAM CHESS BLITZ GOLD FOR BOHOL ⚡

Our Secondary Girls' Chess Team just blitzed their way to the top, securing a Gold Medal for Bohol! In a game where every second counts, these queens stayed calm under pressure and outplayed the competition. Pure tactical brilliance from Team Bohol!

🏅 Kristina Concepcion Belano (Calape National High School, Calape)
🏅 Jonalen Añasco (Inabanga High School, Inabanga)
🏅 Glaire May Daquigan (Dimiao National High School, Dimiao)

Congratulations, team! Thank you to Coach Silvana A. Cagasan and Trainer Jesson Apiag for your wisdom and guidance!

This feat is made possible through DepEd Bohol and the Provincial Government of Bohol, led by Governor Aris Aumentado, with strong support from Calape Mayor Hon. Junie Yu, Inabanga Mayor Hon. Dexter Ancla, and Dimiao Mayor Hon. King Ang.

Abante, Bol-anon Sports!

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OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Effective April 13, 2026, all NCFP-affiliated clubs and accredited arbiters under the National Chess Federation of the Philippines are hereby authorized to recommend National Master (NM) and Woman National Master (WNM) norms to the Top 3 finishers of a FIDE-Rated Standard Tournament, subject to the following conditions:

♟️ Tournament Requirements

• The tournament must have a time control of at least 60 minutes with a 30-second increment per move
• All participating players must be active NCFP members in good standing
• A minimum required number of titled players (at least 8 NMs) must participate

The required number of titled players must be present from Round 1 up to the final round. Non-compliance shall result in the invalidity of the norm.

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♟️ Equivalent Norms

• GM – 4 NM Participants
• IM / WGM – 3 NM Participants
• WIM – 2 NM Participants
• FM / WFM / NM – 1 NM Participant
• 2 WNM – equivalent to 1 NM Participant

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📌 Title Requirements

For National Master (NM):
Upon completion of the required NM norms, a player must:
• Achieve a minimum FIDE Standard Rating of 2050
• Complete at least 24 FIDE-rated Standard Games

For Woman National Master (WNM):
Upon completion of the required WNM norms, a player must:
• Achieve a minimum FIDE Standard Rating of 1850
• Complete at least 24 FIDE-rated Standard Games

⚠️ For strict compliance with all NCFP and FIDE Tournament Regulations.

This initiative represents a meaningful step forward in raising the level of competition and making title opportunities more accessible to deserving Filipino players. The path to becoming a National Master or Woman National Master is now closer than ever—within reach through our local tournaments.

To all chess players—this is your moment.

Whether you are an aspiring talent, a student, a coach, or a seasoned competitor, participating in NCFP-sanctioned FIDE-rated tournaments allows you to:

• Earn official norms and titles
• Improve your FIDE rating
• Gain valuable competitive experience
• Face strong and titled opponents
• Showcase your skills on a recognized national stage

Every move you make brings you closer to your goal. Every game is an opportunity to grow, learn, and prove yourself over the board.

Be fearless in competition.
Be disciplined in preparation.
Be relentless in pursuit of excellence.

The future of Philippine chess belongs to those who dare to compete.

Join. Challenge yourself. Earn your title. Make your mark. ♟️

♟️ CHECKMATE TAKES TIME. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?♟️

Step into a battle of patience, calculation, and endurance at the 2nd GMall Open Standard Chess Tournament 2026. This is where real chess is played.

📍 GMall of Cebu
📅 May 22–26, 2026
⏱️ 90 mins + 30 sec increment
🏁 9 Rounds Swiss System

💰 PRIZES:
🥇 Champion – ₱30,000 + Trophy
🥈 2nd – ₱20,000 + Trophy
🥉 3rd – ₱10,000 + Trophy
4th – ₱5,000
5th – ₱3,000
6th–10th – ₱2,000 each

🎖️ Special Awards:
Top Senior – ₱3,000
Top Female – ₱3,000
Top Kiddie – ₱3,000

💸 Registration Fee: ₱1,200
👶 12 & below: ₱800
❗ No onsite registration

2nd GMALL Open Standard Chess tournament 2026

Game Schedules:

May 22
12PM - Opening Ceremony
1pm - Round 1

May 23
8AM - Round 2
2pm - Round 3

May 24
8AM - Round 4
2PM - Round 5

May 25
8AM - Round 6
2PM - Round 7

May 26
8AM - Round 8
2PM - Round 9
7PM - Awarding

Registration Link : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdL-S0-kCfJGNlHVbp6qk_tQghYdNdWmkZW8_pfAlcrkyU4CA/viewform

One move can change everything.
Make yours count. ♟️🔥

BOHOYMPICS 2026
-April 17-19 , 2026
Ready na ba ang atong teams?

♟️ PSC–NCFP Barangay Chess Program 🇵🇭
Chess for Every Filipino

The PSC–NCFP Barangay Chess Program is built on a simple but powerful belief: chess should reach every Filipino, in every barangay.

This is more than a tournament—it is a grassroots movement to bring chess closer to our communities. To the barangays where young minds are eager to learn, where hidden talents are waiting to be discovered, and where a single opportunity can change a life. By offering free registration, free NCFP membership, and a FIDE ID to all participants, the program removes barriers and opens doors for everyone.

Starting March 7, 2026 onwards, the Barangay Chess Program will roll out simultaneously across different regions nationwide. The journey begins with educational lectures for beginners and developing players—because learning always comes first. These will be followed by organized Swiss-system tournaments, giving participants a meaningful and structured competitive experience at the barangay level.

This nationwide initiative is led by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) under Chairman John Patrick G. Gregorio, with Commissioner Hon. Edward L. Hayco, in partnership with the National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP) headed by Chairman/President Hon. Prospero A. Pichay Jr. Together, they share one goal: inclusive sports development and nation-building through chess.

The program is open to FIDE-rated players 1500 and below, as well as unrated players, with endorsement from their respective barangays. Open to all ages and genders, it promotes discipline, respect, unity, and healthy competition—values that go beyond the chessboard.

At its heart, the Barangay Chess Program believes that a strong mind builds a stronger nation. Through chess, communities are empowered, young people are inspired, and lifelong skills like critical thinking, patience, and sportsmanship are developed.

The PSC–NCFP Barangay Chess Program is not just about winning games—it is about building character, strengthening communities, and making chess truly accessible to all.

Chess for Every Filipino.

[2025 BATANG PINOY]

ANOTHER ONE FOR BELANO

Robinsons Mall, General Santos City — Kristina Belano with yet another medal, finishing with the BRONZE in Chess - Girls Random 960 Individual Blitz Event 3+2 time control.

This is the second medal for Belano in this year’s Batang Pinoy, marking her contribution for Bohol’s Chess Team.

Coaching Belano is coach Genesis Apog.

Congratulations and Abante, Team Bohol!

Fair Play Rules in FIDE To uphold the integrity and fairness of the Batang Pinoy 2025 Chess Tournament, fair play officials conduct electronic device inspections before the start of each round. This measure ensures compliance with FIDE fair play regulations and promotes a fair and transparent competition for all participants. #BatangPinoy2025 #Chess #Fairplay