01/16/2010 Hampstead Hill, Cross Country, and Hampden win big at BKCL's first novice tournament of the year

Baltimore Kids Chess League held a tournament for Novices on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at Baltimore Polytechinic Institute. 76 elementary students and 40 middle school students participated, representing 18 and 13 schools, respectively. Dr. Barney Wilson, principal of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute welcomed students, teachers and families.

We are pleased to announce the following results:

First place individual winners, K-5 Division

Davon Billy - Cross Country
Kierra Scott - Dickey Hill
Diego Torres - Hampstead Hill
Alphonso Riddick - Pimlico

First Place Elementary Schools:  Hampstead Hill and Cross Country (tied)

First place individual winners, grades 6-8:

Holt Eiermann - Hampden
Jenelle Jenifer - Cross Country

First place Middle School: Hampden

Congratulations to all students, coaches, parents, and principals. Much thanks goes to our steady crew of volunteers: Steven, Cynthia Dennis, Caroline Alpern, Will Everett, Ben Halvorsen, Jesse Halvorsen.

Next tournament: February 20, 2010, Baltimore Polytechinic Institute

Maryland State Girls Chess Championship: January 20, 2010, Roland Park Country School (http://mdgirls10.eventbrite.com/)