Over 200 chess players participated in intense training sessions in preparation for the upcoming Trans-Nzoia Individual Schools Chess Tournament scheduled for July 2025 in Kitale.
The players showcased their prowess at the Comprehensive Legacy School hall in Kitale on Monday, June 2. The training involved students who recently represented Kenya at the Africa Schools Chess Championship held in Mombasa.
Speaking to Education news, Rift Valley regional chess coordinator Paul Eseme said that chess players from both primary and secondary schools came together for the preparatory exercise ahead of the tournament, which is expected to take place mid-July in Kitale.
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Eseme described chess as a game with immense benefits for students—not only in terms of discipline but also in improving academic performance and increasing chances of receiving educational scholarships.
He revealed that participants were not limited to Trans-Nzoia; students from neighboring counties like Kakamega and Bungoma also took part.
According to Eseme, the recent Mombasa tournament served as a major motivation for students after interacting with peers from various regions.
He applauded the national chess federation for supporting several players with travel expenses and securing scholarships for some students.
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Legacy School director Mary Mutai commended regional chess officials for ensuring the success of the program. She urged parents to support the game by working with teachers to ensure children participate in various sports, especially chess, which she termed as excellent for enhancing mental discipline and academic focus.
Students from Kitale School, St. Monica’s Girls Kitale, St. Patrick’s Makunga, St. Anthony Boys Kitale, Legacy School, Hilltop Kitale, and St. Joseph’s Girls Kitale were among those who performed well at the Africa Schools Chess Championship in Mombasa.
By Osborne Benn
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