Another Gold for Wynberg Chess: Jamie Tindill Tournament Winners 2024

Wynberg Boys’ High School triumphs at the Jamie Tindill Chess Tournament to complete an undefeated season.

On Tuesday, 16 July and Monday, 22 July, Wynberg Boys’ High School hosted the fourteenth annual Jamie Tindill Chess Tournament. The tournament, held since 2010, honours the memory of Wynberg’s Jamie Tindill, a member of the WP Chess Team who tragically passed away before his matric year.

This year, eleven schools participated alongside the Wynberg team, forming twelve teams of six players. These teams were divided into two pools for five rounds of matches, with the top two in each pool advancing to the semi-finals and finals held on Monday, 22 July.

Wynberg’s A team dominated their pool from the outset, showing the form that led them to victory at the Grey College Chess Tournament earlier this year. Their exceptional performance secured them a spot in the semi-finals alongside the second-place team from Pool A, Westerford, last year’s winner of the Jamie Tindill Tournament. The other two teams that qualified for the semifinals were Herzlia and South Peninsula to make a challenging end to the tournament.

The semi-finals saw Wynberg emerge victorious over Westerford, while South Peninsula overcame Herzlia in a series of intense matches. Ultimately, Wynberg and South Peninsula faced off in the final, where Wynberg’s unwavering determination and strategic play earned them a well-deserved victory, cementing their undefeated status for the 2024 season.

The tournament was a resounding success of top-tier competition and a fitting tribute to Jamie Tindill’s passion for chess. Wynberg’s outstanding performance reflects their dedication to the sport and commitment to honoring Jamie’s legacy.

We congratulate the WBHS board prize-winners, naming them the best players in their positions.