Week Six Recap: Saint Louis B and Arizona Dominate Division II of the 2024 Collegiate Chess League
In an intense week six of Division II of the 2024 Collegiate Chess League (CCL) Fall Season, Saint Louis B and Arizona emerged victorious in thrilling matchups. Trailing by a point entering the final round, the SLU B team staged a remarkable comeback with three critical victories. Meanwhile, Arizona dominated their match against Northwestern, outscoring them by nearly double the points.
The standout performances of the week came from Paris Prestia and Asish Panda of Arizona, who both achieved perfect scores to lead their team to victory. Prestia and Panda’s stellar play was instrumental in Arizona’s success, as they overcame their opponents with strategic and tactical brilliance.
The regular season of the CCL will conclude with week seven on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 2 p.m. ET/19:00 CET/11:30 p.m. IST. The upcoming matches promise to be exciting as teams battle for playoff spots and a shot at the championship title.
In the penultimate week of the regular season, the competition in Division II was fierce, with four teams vying for supremacy on the chessboard. Each match was a test of skill, strategy, and nerves as players fought for every point.
In one of the standout matches of the week, Arizona faced off against Northwestern in a high-stakes showdown. Despite being the heavy favorites with a rating edge on every board, Arizona faced tough resistance from Northwestern. However, Prestia and Panda’s exceptional performances turned the tide in Arizona’s favor, securing a decisive victory for their team.
On the other hand, Saint Louis B faced a tough challenge against Florida, with the match going down to the wire. After a back-and-forth battle, Saint Louis B staged a remarkable comeback in the final round, clinching the victory with impressive wins from Nicholas Ladan, Hemachandra Rambha, and Matthew Pikus.
As the regular season draws to a close, the stage is set for an exciting finale in Division II of the CCL. With teams giving their all on the chessboard, fans can expect more thrilling matchups and intense competition in the weeks to come. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the race for the championship heats up in the Collegiate Chess League.