Corfu Concludes Successful School Chess Championship
Corfu, May 11 – The Corfu School Chess Championship, organized by the Corfu Chess Players Association (SPZK), successfully concluded on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The event, held at the SPZK clubhouse, brought together students from junior and senior high schools across the island, demonstrating the enduring popularity of chess among the younger generation.
The championship featured intense and engaging matches, with participants displaying remarkable concentration, composure, and strategic thinking. The SPZK ensured a well-organized and high-level competition for all involved.
Junior High School Category Results
After a series of captivating games, the final standings for the junior high school categories were as follows:
First Grade Junior High School
- 1st: SALVANOS DIMITRIS (2nd Junior High School)
- 2nd: MICHALOUDI MAGIA (6th Junior High School)
- 3rd: MIARIS ANDREAS (5th Junior High School)
Girls’ Subcategory:
- 1st: MICHALOUDI MAGIA
- 2nd: MYLOGIANNIDI KONSTANTINA (6th Junior High School)
Second Grade Junior High School
- 1st: KRITIKOS GERASIMOS (7th Junior High School)
- 2nd: PANARETOS IOANNIS (5th Junior High School)
- 3rd: NIKOLOUZOS IOANNIS (5th Junior High School)
Third Grade Junior High School
- 1st: SKIADOPOULOU ALEXANDRA (Music Junior High School)
- 2nd: SALVANOS ARIS (2nd Junior High School)
- 3rd: PERDIKARI NIKI (Thinalion Junior High School)
Girls’ Subcategory:
- 1st: SKIADOPOULOU ALEXANDRA
- 2nd: PERDIKARI NIKI
- 3rd: VELLIANITI ALIKI (2nd Junior High School)
Senior High School Category Results
The senior high school students also showcased their strategic prowess:
- 1st: KASSARIS AGGELOS (Agrotes Senior High School)
- 2nd: POULIASIS VASILIS (Kassiopis Senior High School)
- 3rd: MAKRI KONSTANTINA (3rd Senior High School)
Girls’ Subcategory:
- 1st: MAKRI KONSTANTINA
The Corfu Chess Players Association extended its congratulations to all participating students for their dedication and performance. The event underscores Corfu’s commitment to fostering intellectual sports and nurturing young talent.
