Hon. Manny Pacquiao checkmates Mosley!

Hon. Manny Pacquiao, Congressman of the Lone District of Saranggani, checkmates Shane Mosley in 12 rounds! Yesterday, May 8, 2011 (Philippine time), our superhero, the ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao displayed a superb performance of intelligence, skill, and strength. Like a master chessplayer, he was at least 8 moves ahead of a bewildered Mosley. His punches were so fast that it was just like playing a blitz game. He was patient and confident anticipating Mosley’s moves and countering with an ‘attack all across the board’. From the Opening , the Middle ,and the End game of the match, coach Freddy and Manny Pacquiao had it all well planned. Congratulations Hon. Manny Pacquiao! A true chess player in the boxing ring! Antique chess players salute you!

1st NM Rhobel Legaspi Chess Tournament

1st NM Rhobel Legaspi Chess Tournament Tournament Regulations: 1. This is an individual open tournament. Tournament shall be played in a five (5) rounds Swiss Pairing. This is a one (1) day event on May 14, 2011. 2. Each player is accorded with a time control of thirty (30) minutes. Prizes: 1. Champion – 1500php plus Trophy 2. 2nd Placer – 750php 3. 3rd Placer – 500php 4. Top Kiddie-250php (for players born 1997 or later) 5. Top Lady-250php 6. *Prizes shall be shared by Tied players. To determined the Champion-Blitz tiebreaks shall be played. 7. *Cash Prizes could still increase! Registration fee is 60php. 30php shall be returned to players who competed for 5 rounds. Arbiters: 1. Jon De Gracia 2. Rhobel Legaspi Venue: Alex and Al Cafe, Sibalom, Antique ( The venue is near Sibalom Water District) Schedule: Final Registration – 9am on the Tournament Day. First Round will be played exactly at 10am May 14, 2011. There would be a 15-30minutes break after each round. Awarding of Prizes will be around 5pm-6pm on the tournament.

Congressman Paolo Javier donates chess boards to Antique chess

The young, dynamic and kind-hearted Congressman of Antique, Hon. Paolo Javier, donated chess boards for Antique chess. He promised to be more supportive of this 'royal game' in Antique. The game of chess have already been recognized by experts to be very helpful in the mental development of a child. Many countries have already integrated chess in their educational programs. Countries like Russia, Vietnam, China, Israel, Ukraine, India etc. have established chess schools to promote chess further. World reknown leaders like Lenin and Napoleon are known lovers of this game. Chess makes one think. In fact, most chess players excel in analytic subjects especially Math.

Von Steven Aquino wins April 2011 Edition

Von Steven Aquino overcame an opening round upset and won four straight to emerge solo Champion for the month of April in the monthly open chess tournament held last April 9-10, 2011 at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. Nelson Trayfalgar Jr. finished solo second with 3.5 points. 3rd to 6th places went to John Mark Grasparil, Miguel Descalzo, Arnel Amar, and Deonato Petinglay with 3 points apiece.

Team Antique tied for 11th place in Inter-Province

NM Rhobel Legaspi and 14 year old Lou Vincent Baculna saved the day for team Antique when they won their respective games in the 9th and final round of the tournament. The Antique chess team finished tied for 11th place along with 8 other teams. Tagaytay City, bannered by GM Wesley So won the tournament. NM Rhobel Legaspi was the highest pointer of the team with 7.5 points out of 9 games and second only to GM Wesley So in individual points in the whole tournament. Lou Vincent Baculna finished well with a very decent 6 points out of 9 games winning 6 games mostly against veteran players. The Antique chess team's participation to this national event was sponsored by Governor Exequiel Javier and Congressman Paulo Javier.

A winning move for chess in Antique!

The youthful, good looking Congressman of the lone district of Antique, Hon. Paolo Javier, made a winning move for chess in Antique. Congressman Javier gave financial support for the Antique chess team that will be participating in the forthcoming Inter Province and Cities Chess Tournament to be held in Kalibo Aklan this coming April 1 to 5, 2011. The sportsminded Legislator provided the monetary support out of his own pocket. Such gesture shows a leader with a heart for sports development in this province. He, along with Governor Exequiel Javier, signified their support to the game of chess.

The Antique chess team will be bannered by National Master Rhobel Legaspi of Belison, Nelson Trayfalgar Jr. of San Jose, Arnel Amar of Tibiao, Von Steven Aquino of Sibalom, and 14 year old former Palaro player Lou Vincent Baculna of Sibalom. The Antique chess team is aiming to fight for top honors in this yearly tournament.

Chess in Antique, indeed, is getting big boosts from many corners these days. Blessings have been coming one after the other. Thank you Congressman Paolo Javier! Thank you Governor Exequiel Javier!

Queenie Villaflor wins Gold in WVRAAM

Queenie Villaflor powers her way to a Gold medal finish in Secondary Girls Chess in the recently concluded West Visayan Regional Athletic Meet held in Iloilo City. She will be representing Region VI in the upcoming Palarong Pambansa. Her board 2 teammate Denny Canja took the bronze medal. Together, they took the team Silver Medal. Lou Vincent Baculna took bronze in the boys secondary division. This is just the second time that Antique has won a Gold medal in Chess in the WVRAAM. Three years ago, Lou Vincent Baculna struck Gold in the Elementary Boys Chess in this yearly event. This indicates that Antique chess players are getting stronger in playing strength. Tha nk you Queenie for giving Antique this honor! You makes us proud!!!

Aquino, Contreras - co- champions for March 2011

Von Steven Aquino and Nick Contreras tied for first in the March 2011 Edition of the monthly chess tournament held at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique last March 5-6, 2011. Deonato Petinglay placed solo 3rd. 18 players participated.

March Edition tournament set on March 5-6, 2011

The March Edition of the monthly chess tournament will be on March 5-6, 2011 at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. The tournament is on a 5-round Swiss system format. Play starts at 9:30 a.m. of March 5, 2011.

Von Steven Aquino wins February 2011 Open Chess

Von Steven Aquino wins the February 2011 Edition of the monthly chess tournament held at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom Antique on February 5-6, 2011. Aquino scored 4.5 points out of a possible 5 points. Two players ended tied for second place with 4 points apiece: "Wesle Lou" Baculna and Nick Contreras. 14 players participated.

February 2011 Monthly Open set on February 5 and 6

The February 2011 Edition of the monthly open chess tournament will be on February 5-6, 2011 at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. This will be a five round Swiss system event. For more info, please contact the Antique Chess Society.

Brgy. Rombang, Belison holds chess tournament

Barangay Rombang Belison held a chess tournament yeaterday, June 17 at their barangay hall. Barangay Caotain Elenito B. Baladjay, the newly elected Brgy. Captain of Rombang, pledges to support sports activities such as chess to encourage the youths in the barangay to stay away from drugs and other vices. Well meaning prominent residents of Rombang like Mr. Rodolfo Cortejo and Mr. Ignacio Labios vowed to support the sportsminded barangay captain. Belison has shown remarkable interest in chess due to the active support and patronage of Engr. Nonong del Rosario. Mr. Nonito Delima, an active supporter of chess, helped organized the tournament in Rombang Belison. Hon. Darrel dela Flor, the young and energetic Mayor of Belison, also vowed active support for chess in Belison.

14 year old Lou Baculna, Arnel Amar - January co-Champions

14 year-old Lou Vincent Baculna and Arnel Amar tied for First Place in the January 2011 Edition of the Monthly Chess Tournament held last January 8-9, 2011 at the Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse. Nick Contreras and Voltaire Pagunsan finished tied for 3rd to 4th places. Fifth place went to Von Steven Aquino.

January 2011 Monthly Chess Tournament on January 8-9, 2011

The January 2011 edition of the monthly open chess tournament will be held on January 8-9, 2011 at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. This will be played on a 5 round Swiss system, one hour play to finish format. No registration fee is required. Play starts at 9:30 a.m.

14 year old Lou Baculna reigns over veteran players

14 year old Lou Vincent Baculna spanks some veteran players to win the Atty. Hector Legazpi Frangue Christmas Open Chess Tournament ahead of 35 other players. The tournament, sponsored by the youthful, sports committed former provincial legislator, was held at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique last December 11-12, 2010. 36 players participated. Free lunch was served courtesy of Atty. Frangue. During the awarding ceremony, Atty. Hector Frangue extended some financial assistance to Mrs. Rose Lyn Perez, wife of chess player Generoso Perez, who is undergoing medical treatment.

Angie Lou S. Matriano wins Atty. Hector Frangue 12 Under chess

11 year old Angie Lou S. Matriano of Tobias Fornier, Antique wins the Atty. Hector Legazpi Frangue 12- under Christmas chess tournament last December 11, 2010 at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. A 3-way tie for second place were shared by 9 year old Benju Castillon of Bugasong, 11 year old April Marie Magbanua of Tobias Fornier, and 7 ear old Gerald Michael Hans Bartolo of Bugasong. Cash prizes and chess materials were given. Photos also shows Engr. Jonathan De Gracia, President of the Antique Chess Society awarding the prizes.

Atty. Hector L. Frangue sponsors December 2010 tournament

In spirit of the Buruyluganay Festival in Sibalom, the Antique Chess Society will hold its December schedule of the monthly chess tournament on December 11-12, 2010 at the Municipal Plaza of Sibalom. The tournament is sponsored by Atty. Hector Frangue. This youthful, single, and sportsminded lawyer contributed P10,000.00 for the cash prizes. The tournament will be played in a 6 round, Swiss system, 1 hour play to finish format. This is open to all interested players. For more details please contact the organizers.

Miguel Descalzo teaches foes, wins November Open Chess

Veteran player Miguel Descalzo taught his opponents some lessons in chess by capturing the November Edition of the Open Chess tournament. Second place went to John Mark Grasparil. Tied for third place were Von Steven Aquino and Edwin Leabriz. Vea Alyssa Amedo got the best female player. 19 players played in this 5 round Swiss system event.

November 2010 Edition Open Chess on November 6-7

The November 2010 Edition of the monthly open chess tournament will be held on November 6-7, 2010 at the Alex and Al cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. This will be open to all interested. This will be played on a five round, Swiss system format. No registration fee is required.

John Mark wins Open Table Tennis; Giovanni Pasaquian wins Elementary

John Mark Grasparil defeated Lou Vincent Baculna in the Championship round to win the second open Table Tennis Tournament last October 30-31, 2010 at the Pingpong and Chess Center of Sibalom (PACCS) c/o Alex and Al Cafe and Snackhouse, Sibalom, Antique. Third Place went to Von Steven Aquino who defeated Giovanni Pasaquian in the consolation round. Meanwhile, in the Elementary Level, Giovanni Pasaquian easily conquered his opponents to emerged Champion. Aldrin Badoy took second place. Table Tennis is a complimentary game to chess. Physical conditioning is important to mental stamina. There is truth to the saying that goes, "Healthy mind, healthy body".