Dearest Fellow Chess ​Parents, Students, Participants & Facilitators,
Across Colorado, a quiet revolution is brewing. Young minds are ablaze with the strategic fire of chess, and their numbers are swelling like a rising tide. We, the guardians of this intellectual awakening, have a momentous responsibility: to channel this energy into a wave that crashes upon the 2024 Colorado Scholastic Chess Championship, doubling our impact and crowning twice the champions!
Last year, 225 bright minds locked horns in a thrilling display of logic and sportsmanship. We witnessed tears of joy, sighs of defeat, and most importantly, the unyielding spirit of young minds pushing the boundaries of their potential. But can you imagine the thunderous applause, the doubled cheers, the immense pride of seeing 450 young champions take their rightful place on the podium?
This, my friends, is the dream we must turn into reality. We are not merely chess facilitators; we are architects of destiny. We mold the minds that will one day shape our world, and chess is the chisel carving their brilliance. Together, let us build a stage grand enough to showcase their talent, a tournament so inspiring it echoes through the halls of Colorado's chess legacy.
Think of the faces, etched with determination and exhilaration. Think of the parents, beaming with pride at their children's intellectual prowess. Think of the ripple effect, the countless communities ignited by the spark of chess, by the sheer force of our collective action.
This is not just a tournament; it's a movement. It's a testament to the transformative power of chess, a beacon of hope for the future of our state's young minds. And you, my esteemed colleagues, are the generals in this noble campaign.
With every registration, every shared poster, every passionate conversation, we build the army of champions. Let us join hands, strategize, and mobilize our communities. Let us unleash the power of chess, doubling our impact and making the 2024 Championship a day etched in Colorado's chess history.
The clock is ticking, friends. The battle plan is laid out:
- Inspire your students: Let them know their brilliance deserves a grand stage. Fuel their competitive spirit and guide them towards this pinnacle event.
- Lead by example: Register your students early, volunteer your time, and be the driving force behind this movement.
Remember, even the grandest chess games start with a single move. Let us take that first step, together, and watch the magic unfold.
With unwavering optimism and boundless faith,
CSCA Vice President Jesse R. Cohen
P.S. Don't forget to check out the full details of the championship (http://www.coloradochess.com/newtourn.shtml?id=1393#tournamentContent) and let's make this the most talked-about chess event in Colorado history!
