News | 28 May 2026
Junior Chess Tournament Finals Spark Grit at IES Jönköping
The highly anticipated junior chess tournament finals at IES Jönköping concluded with intense matches. Students demonstrated great focus and determination on the board.
Leonardo from Year 5 celebrates his victory as the Junior Chess Champion 2026.
The competitive spirit was high during the strategic matches, where students put their mental resilience to the test. The tournament concluded with excellent performances from the final competitors.
A congratulations goes to Leonardo, who finished as this year's champion. Noel secured the silver medal after a very close competition. Both players demonstrated exceptional focus, strategic thinking, and strong sportsmanship throughout the games.
At IES Jönköping, the learning process often connects to developing life skills that serve students outside the classroom. Activities like chess provide an opportunity to practise perseverance when facing a complex challenge.
We are so proud of Leonardo, Noel, and all the participants who showed great character during the tournament!