CHESS TOURNAMENT

On the 7th of May the FCC Chess Club competed in the Northern Star Chess Secondary Zonal at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School. It was a well-attended event, with seven different schools competing from all across Melbourne. FCC placed fifth, in a tight tournament that wasn't decided until the final round. For many of the FCC participants, this was their first tournament, and they acquitted themselves well, showing excellent sportsmanship and enjoying their games immensely. There were also excellent individual performances from George Dogaris, who finished second in the senior age group, and Rielly Grieve, who qualified for the state finals. 

James Kirchner - Chess Club coordinator