Kingmakers Chess Clinic

11/06/2026

"They say if you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together”.

Our journey to secure our goal was fueled by a community that believed in us. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the following individuals and offices whose financial support made this possible:

Governor D**g Padilla
Camarines Norte Provincial Sports Development Office
Rep. Josie Baning Tallado - Camarines Norte
Cong. Rosemarie Conejos Panotes
Sangguniang Bayan - Paracale
SK Poblacion Sur
Ate Shiee Andrade
Maria Samantha Dalleon(to your mom)
Mayor Severino Francisco of Labo
Vice Mayor Alvin G. Bardon of Labo
Councilor Rey Kenneth Onin of Labo
Vice Mayor Benito Ochoa of Daet
Chairman Joemel Balmaceda of Lalawigan Mercedes

We are proud to share our recent achievements from the National PRISAA 2026, held in the "City of Smiles," Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, from May 5-16, 2026.

Alfred Julapon - Silver Medalist (Individual)
High School Boys - 5th (Team)
Senior Women - 6th (Team)

Mabini Chess Team (from Left to Right)
Coach Jar Val, Carl Elvira of Labo, Chelsey Joelle Esguerra of Mercedes, Alexander Steven Manzano of Daet, Alfred Julapon of Paracale and Coach RC Secretario

07/06/2026

BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Alexander Steven Manzano for an incredible performance at the National Age Group Chess Championship!

Going up against the country's best young minds in the Rapid Tournament at SM City Olongapo, Alexander fought hard to secure a spot in the Top 10, finishing as the 10th Placer with a stellar score of 7 points out of 9 rounds!

Your dedication, focus, and strategic brilliance have truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of you, Alexander! Keep making regular moves toward greatness!

03/06/2026

The Mabini chess tryouts are underway.

The room was quiet, but the minds were racing. Strategy, focus, and pure intensity on every single board. Every move matters when a spot on the team is on the line.

Who will make the master move? 👑

01/06/2026

A tryout is an audition to get onto a team, while a tournament is a competition to see who is the best player or team.

This is a tryout, and we are welcoming players WHO WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM.

Be there before 8am.
See you!!!

MAKE YOUR MOVE. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. ♟️

Do you have the focus, strategy, and determination to outplay the competition? Put your skills to the test and be part of the growing chess community of Mabini Colleges!

The Mabini Colleges Chess Tryouts 2026 is open to all current and incoming High School and College students who are ready to showcase their talent and represent the institution in future competitions.

Whether you’re an experienced player or an aspiring chess enthusiast, this is your chance to prove your strategic thinking and take your game to the next level.

📅 June 3–4, 2026
📍 College Library

Join the challenge, make your move, and become part of the Mabini Colleges Chess Team!

For inquiries, contact the RC Secretariat or Jar Val.

01/06/2026

Ready to find your pathway? The Mabini Colleges Chess Tryouts are almost here! Show your strategic mind and make your move. This is open to all high school and college students, so don't miss out. Your journey to the next level begins in The College Library. Join us and discover what you're capable of.

Date: June 3-4, 2026
Time: 8am to 5pm
Venue: College Library

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30/05/2026

The Kingmakers family just got a lot sharper! We are incredibly proud to welcome Javi Mikel from Nueva Viscaya.

🌟 Your journey into the deeper strategies of chess starts here. Ahead of you is a road filled with new perspectives, critical thinking skills, and the resilience that only a chess player knows. We can’t wait to see you grow!

30/05/2026

Welcome to the Kingmakers Family, Luke Era from Daet! ❤️♟️

At Kingmakers Chess Clinic, we don't just teach the game; we build the critical thinking, patience, and confidence needed for life. 🌟

We are so excited to have Luke join our ranks. We look forward to guiding him through every tactic, strategy, and tournament victory ahead. Let's elevate your game! 🎓👑

30/05/2026

Every grandmaster started as a beginner who refused to give up. We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Zayn Skyler Era to the Kingmakers Family!

The board is set, the pieces are moving, and a brand-new era of strategy, focus, and excellence begins now. We can’t wait to watch you master the game, think steps ahead, and unleash your inner champion.

Let the journey to the crown begin! 🚀♟️

29/05/2026

Planting seeds today for the big stages of tomorrow. One of my ultimate goals is to guide these students to the university level and watch them compete under the bright lights of the UAAP.

Visualizing the future right here at San Marcelino street. One day, it won't just be a photo in front of the gates—it'll be a game on the UAAP venue.

Disclaimer: It applies to all my students.