Coomera Novice Tournament

🏆 Coomera Novice Night – 15 July 2025

The Coomera Novice Tournament returned on Tuesday 15 July, welcoming new and improving players to an evening of friendly and competitive chess at the Gold Coast Chess Club – Upper Coomera Centre.

This event was designed for unrated players and juniors rated under 1000 ACF/QJ, giving them a chance to experience tournament play in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Players of all ages came ready to test their skills and meet fellow chess enthusiasts. Many were playing in their very first official tournament!

🥇 Prize Winners

1st Place – Tuan Nguyen Score: 4/5 $20

2nd Place – Ilya Filnykh Score: 4/5 $20

3rd Place – Lyndon Cerfonteyn Score: 4/5 $20

Top 3 Players came equal First Place. Medals 1st -3rd place were awarded on Countback (prize money shared)

🎁Random Draw Prize: Leap Chess clock awarded to Leo Filinykh

Congratulations to our winners and a big thank you to all who participated! 🏅

Full Standings and Crosstable

Join us for the next 2 weeks for the Coomera Mid-Winter Rapid.

Register here: https://www.goldcoastchessclub.com.au/event-details-registration/coomera-midwinter-rapid-2-week-event