♟️ Mind Meets Mastery: The Dr KK Ashton John Chess Tournament! 🏆
The Dr Kenneth Kaunda Chess is proud to announce its first official tournament under new leadership, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for chess in our district! This event showcases our vision for growth and commitment to raising the standard of the game.
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Join us for a day of strategic battles and sharp minds!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025
⏰ Time: Registration 7:00 to 7:30
Opening round begins at 08:00 sharp
📍 Venue: Ashton John Private School, Klerksdorp
A special thank you to Ashton John Private School for generously providing the venue free of charge. Your partnership is a powerful gesture of trust and support for our chess community!
TOURNAMENT HIGHLIGHTS:
👥 ~200 players expected across juniors, amateurs, seniors, and students.
🎓 Special invitations for Vuselela FET and NWU students in the Open Section.
💰 First Prize (Open Section): R2000!
READY TO MAKE YOUR MOVE?
‼️ Registration Deadline: Thursday, 21 August 2025 at 18:00.
A NEW ERA FOR DR KK CHESS
We are thrilled to introduce the new leadership team, elected on 2 August 2025, who will guide our 26 clubs into the future:
President: Mr Ogone Molaolwa
1st Deputy President (Klerksdorp Zone): Mrs Madeleine Badenhorst
2nd Deputy President (Potchefstroom Zone): Mr Pieter Pretorius
Secretary: Mrs Mari De Kock
Treasurer: Mr Thapelo Mafabatho
Additional Member: Mr Sabatha Matsitse
🗓️ SAVE THE DATES for Upcoming Tournaments!
6 September 2025: Laerskool Lahoff, Klerksdorp
27 September 2025: Ferdies, Potchefstroom
18 October 2025: Volkies, Potchefstroom
🤝 SUPPORT THE GROWTH OF CHESS IN DR KK
We invite local businesses and partners to join us in developing chess in the region. Sponsorship provides much-needed equipment, transport, and pathways for our players to compete at higher levels.
Let the games begin!
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