Koronadal City all set to host Jessie Villasin chess
By Marlon Bernardino
PhilBoxing.com
Wed, 11 Jun 2025
EVERYTHING is set for the much awaited Jessie Villasin chess tournament dubbed as Tatang Pabibo chess festival to be held on June 28, 2025 at the City Mall in Koronadal City, South Cotabato.
"From the man himself! Inviting all Chess Aficionados, especially the kids in SOX and Davao Region, come join the celebration," said tournament director Joselito Dormitorio.
The competition is divided into two categories--the 1950 and below and the Kiddies Division for 13 years old and below. All participants will receive a free Chowking lunch.
The champion in the 1950 and below division will receive P5,000 , the second placer will have P3,500 while the third will receive P2,000.
Fourth to fifth will bring home P1,000 each while sixth to 10th placers will receive cash prizes worth P500 as well for the category winners of top lady, top junior, top senior, 60 over category, top golden age, 50 to 59 years old , top 1900 and below and top unrated.
The champion in the kiddies division 13 and under will receive P3,000, the second placer will have P2,000 while the third will receive P1,500.
Fourth to fifth will earn P1,000 and P700, respectively while sixth to 10th placers will receive cash prizes worth P400 while the category winners for top girl, top 9 years old, top 8 years old and top 7 years old will pocket P300 each.
The 1st two events of the Jessie Villasin chess tournament dubbed as Tatang Pabibo chess festival were held at the Robinsons Galleria Mall, Edsa corner Ortigas avenue, Quezon City last May 11, 2025 and June 8, 2025.
For more details please contact tournament director Joselito Dormitorio at his mobile number: 09355149805 for complete details.-Marlon Bernardino-
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