We're delighted to share the latest Pembrokeshire Junior Chess update from Martin Jones, who keeps us informed on all the exciting developments in youth chess across the county...

It was great for our juniors to play a number of games against Fishguard last night. Thanks for hosting and to your team for organising.

Fourteen juniors enjoying the game and having the opportunity to learn from the experience. It was pleasing to see the skills they have acquired being put into practice. Importantly, the etiquette of chess was on display with some great sportsmanship by both teams. Whilst everyone enjoys winning, it's paramount to be a respected player, which will see you in good stead throughout life and chess! Everybody did well and enjoyed the occasion.

Having said that, I think I must mention our captain and Board 1 on the day, Harry Harling, who had two tremendous results against a much older player graded approximately 150 points above him.

The club is pleased to have ten new junior members join recently, bringing the total number of juniors up to 25. We split the group into two in order to tailor suitable learning for all. Hopefully Fishguard can come to HQ in Steynton shortly for those that missed out last night and give others an opportunity to play. Our aim is to promote junior chess, and as a club we are delighted to give young Henry Burton (Under 11) an opportunity which he is grasping to play Board 1 for our adult side.

What's next?

We are looking forward to travelling to White Knights, Llanelli in half term on 18th February for a return fixture and will confirm numbers shortly. Thanks to Jason Garcia for organising. There is also talk of playing the newly formed Haverfordwest Chess Club, both senior and junior members, so we can give everyone, experienced and newcomers alike, a game.

We would also like to congratulate our friends at Redhill High for taking three teams to the Welsh Secondary Schools Championship and competing with distinction. We look forward to our game after half term with them.