KNUST Chess Club

OVERVIEW

The KNUST Chess Club is dedicated to promoting the game of chess as a tool for intellectual development, strategic thinking, and community engagement. Open to all students, regardless of skill level, the club provides a welcoming space to learn, play, and compete in the game of chess, fostering a culture of critical thinking and mental discipline across campus.

ACTIVITIES

We run a variety of programs and events that nurture both competitive excellence and inclusive learning:

-Beginner Bootcamps

- Freshers’ tournament

- Inter-University Chess Competitions

- Internal Tournaments

- Chess & Chill Sessions

STRUCTURE & MEMBERSHIP

The club is governed by an executive committee comprising of president , vice president , general secretary, financial secretary, and social media team.

Membership is open to all KNUST students, regardless of faculty or experience level.

Students can join during the semester’s membership drive to access training, tournaments, and a dynamic chess community. We meet on Fridays and Saturdays at the PB tent from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm

IMPACT

The KNUST Chess Club empowers students to:

- Develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

- Build mental resilience and focus through competitive play

- Gain teamwork experience through club activities

- Join a brilliant mind community that values growth and discipline

CONTACTS

Alexis Baffour Owusu Annor (President)- +233 55 148 3185

Alpatson Siaw Cobbina (Vice President)- +233 24 925 6133

Precious Paulina Adjei (General Secretary)- +233 50 389 9247

Roxsanne Jubilee Bleboo (Financial/ Organising Secretary)- +233 20 610 3835

Queenstar Sobo (Head of Publicity and Media)- +233 57 424 1426