The 1st Scholar's Cup is a FIDE-rated rapid chess tournament for students, held on August 30, 2026 (9:00 AM) at the LNU Gymnasium, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City. Organized by Bayanihan Gambit Chess Club in partnership with UP Pawn Pioneers and Engr. Jhirov, it is open to Elementary, High School, and College students. Time control is 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment, entry fee is ₱250, and the champion takes ₱3,000 plus a medal and certificate. Cash prizes run down to 10th place, with additional ₱300 awards for the Top Elementary, Top High School, and Top College finishers.
Price Notes
Registration fee: ₱250.
Special awards (on top of the placement prizes): - Top Elementary — ₱300 + Certificate - Top High School — ₱300 + Certificate - Top College — ₱300 + Certificate Medals go to the top 3 finishers; all cash prize winners receive certificates. In partnership with UP Pawn Pioneers and Engr. Jhirov.
1. Fill out the official registration form: https://forms.gle/mTXm9DNXUmunyUbv5 2. Prepare the ₱250 registration fee. 3. Bring a valid school ID on tournament day — the event is for bona fide Elementary, High School, and College students only. 4. Be at the LNU Gymnasium, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City before 9:00 AM on August 30, 2026. For inquiries or registration concerns, contact Bayanihan Gambit Chess Club: Morescyl Vance Ortega — 0960 895 4995 https://www.facebook.com/jhirov22/posts/936836516113525/
Entry Fee
₱250.00
Date
Aug 30, 2026
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