ASS… Enric Valor chess club, based in Alicante, doubled down in the Çağlar Otonom Championship by competing in the Blitz format. The Valencian Chess Federation organized the event, declaring the club as champion in both the under-12 and under-18 categories. The competitions took place recently at the Petxina sports complex in Valencia, drawing attention from fans and players across the region. (Valencian Chess Federation)
Forty-two teams from across the Valencian Community gathered, with the ASSSA Enric Valor chess club standing out as the sole Alicante representative in the competition. The presence of a single club from the Costa Blanca highlighted the district’s growing strength and commitment to the game. (Valencian Chess Federation)
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The under-12 squad featured Jaime López Martínez, Myroslav Zlyvko, Lorenzo Serna Puerto, and Beatriz Pardo Ruiz. These same players had recently finished a strong second at a Spanish team event in Benidorm, proving their consistency and competitive edge. (Valencian Chess Federation)
The club celebrated its third consecutive triumph in this age group, a testament to steady growth and a pipeline that sees players join, develop, and push forward as they age. The roster evolved over time, yet the club maintained a high standard of play and a clear path for progress. (Valencian Chess Federation)
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The under-18 lineup consisted of Adrián Expósito Milan, Pablo Bascuñana Sánchez, Carlos Pardo Ruiz, and Iker González Salazar. The group, average age around 15, represents a core that the club will lean on as it continues to develop. Alongside other teammates, they aspire to sustain success and contribute to the club’s strength in regional competition, building on the momentum generated by a historically strong Honor Division team that already operates at a national level. (Valencian Chess Federation)
Alicante among the kings of chess
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Across nine rounds, the team posted a flawless record with no defeats and very few draws, underscoring the squad’s resilience and tactical cohesion. The leadership of the club praised the young players, noting the long hours of practice and the discipline that fueled their success. The ASSSA Enric Valor chess club conducts lessons on Fridays at the Jesús María Asís school, continuing a tradition of accessible, community-based chess education. (Valencian Chess Federation)
In Alicante, the story of this club is more than a string of tournament results. It is a narrative about community engagement, mentorship, and the cultivation of strategic thinking in young minds. Local coaches emphasize technique, endgame mastery, and the mental toughness required to excel in blitz formats as well as longer formats. The club’s achievements in Valencia bring fresh pride to the basin of Alicante while signaling healthy competition across the region. (Valencian Chess Federation)