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Midrand Chess Club rising stars move their pieces in official tournaments
The Midrand Chess Club continues to nurture and develop promising talent, with two of its young players recently making impressive strides in official tournaments.
Arham Khalife (14) competed in the Chess Powerhouse Youth Day Rapid on June 16, while Teboho Ntseare (7) participated in the JMC Blairgowrie Rapid on June 8.
Arham performed exceptionally well, placing second in the B section, a notable achievement considering the fast-paced 15-minute format.
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This was only Teboho's second rated tournament, and she finished seventh out of 18 competitors in the U8/U10 combined section.
Speaking to the club's coach, Kgosimang Molefe, he praised their growth and outlined the focus moving forward. 'We still need to review Arham's games, as they serve as preparation for the upcoming SA Open Championship this month.
'Teboho's resilience during round six was a testament to her improvement in managing nerves and game strategy, a key improvement from her Midrand League showing.
'Arham is ready for tougher opponents and is on the verge of moving into higher-rated sections. Teboho is gaining confidence and beginning to understand tournament dynamics, which is a significant step for her age. Both players reflect the Midrand Chess Club's growing culture of commitment and competitiveness.'
The Midrand Chess Club's league and tournament calendar will resume after the SA Opens. The club is also scouting for new talent and will be hosting training intensives during the winter holidays.
For those interested in supporting or joining the club, please contact Kgosimang Molefe at 073 494 3478 or via email at kgosi@
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