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Joseph Methu wins Minds on Fire Blitz

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Joseph Methu wins Minds on Fire Blitz

Joseph Methu does it again by winning the inaugural Lighthouse Minds on Fire Blitz Tournament.

Poster of the event.
Poster of the event.

The hotly contested event attracted a total of just over 125 players! The venue was the Central Catering Unit at the University of Nairobi and had a total of 10 rounds.

Other top players who took part included Mehul Gohil, Githinji Hinga, James Panchol and a strong contingent from Makerere University.

The Minds on Fire Blitz Tournament took place at the end the inaugural Inter-Universities & Colleges Team Championship.

Joseph Methu receives his prize from Judy Kiragu of Lighthouse Chess Club.
Joseph Methu receives his prize from Judy Kiragu of Lighthouse Chess Club.

Overall Winners

Joseph Methu took the top spot with 9.5/10 points, and James Panchol was placed second with 8.5/10 points.  Joseph Kirega was third with 8.5/10 points.

Ladies Winners

WCM Joyce Nyaruai was the top lady player with 6 points. Berita Atemo was second with 5 points. Mable Kawa & Edna Ronoh were in joint third place with 4.5 points each.

Links

Standings & Results of Minds on Fire Blitz Tournament.

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