5th Brentwood Junior Chess Tournament


Nina & Max practice their basketball skills after the hall is set up


Brentwood Headmaster Mr. Bond and Brentwood Head of Languages Mr Walton prepare to make the first move in the U11 minor


U11 open – Ranulph (centre) looking focused


Lucy & Byon in action in the U18 minor with the FIDE rated U18 Open in play in the background

My experience at Brentwood Chess Tournament was flawless. I enjoyed it a lot. It was of outstanding quality, and my dad liked it as well. If I were to rate this tournament, I would give it a fabulous five stars, as the organisation was outstanding. It was enjoyable playing chess with some smart kids like me :-)

My dad and mum were very proud of me as I won a prize – a book. My favourite part was winning 4 out of 6 games. Though I lost in the other two, I analysed them at home to learn whether my moves were good or bad. This tournament had motivated me to attend the next one and all the upcoming ones. I hope I will come up stronger.

Report by Ruqayyah Rida