18th Asian Schools Chess Championships 2024: Sri Lanka’s Aspiring Chess Stars Ready to Compete.
The 18th Asian Schools Chess Championships 2024 is set to take place from 1st to 11th December 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Organised by the Thailand Chess Association under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation (ACF) and the International Chess Federation (FIDE), this prestigious event will showcase the talent of young chess players across Asia.
The tournament will feature competitions in Open and Girls categories for the following age groups: Under 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 years. Players will compete across three formats:
- Standard Chess
- Rapid Chess
- Blitz Chess
Awards and Titles
The championship offers not only trophies, medals, and certificates but also the opportunity to earn coveted FIDE titles based on performance.
FM/WFM Titles:
Awarded to Gold medalists in the U13, U15, and U17 Open/Girls categories, provided a FIDE rating of FM 2100/WFM 1900 has been achieved.
CM/WCM Titles:
Awarded to Silver and Bronze medalists in the U13, U15, and U17 Open/Girls categories.
Awarded to Gold, Silver, and Bronze medalists in the U7, U9, and U11 Open/Girls categories, provided a FIDE rating of CM 2000/WCM 1800 has been achieved.
Sri Lanka’s Participation
Sri Lanka will be represented by 57 young players competing across various age groups. This strong contingent underscores the nation’s growing focus on developing chess talent and fostering international success.
Under 07 Open
- Sayuru Lonindu Jayasuriya
- Nethuka Leelananda
- A M Chesandu Yuven Aththanayaka
- Navindu Shenal
- Tisandu Nevon Pannigalagamage
Under 07 Girls
- Tharshan Kajishana
- Aryana Lisara Rathnasekara
- Yasvika Prasanna
- Maanasha Kishnaram
- D A Ruchini Aradhya
Under 09 Open
- M A Sanuka Sageeth Kulathilaka
- Vinuja Egodawatta
- Rivinu Dihas Nethmira Wickramage
- Yeshan Perera
- Venukanan Nayanakheshan
Under 09 Girls
- S Nethumi Dihansa Perera
- Sayumi Sithumila Halangoda
- Vinudi Tenara Edirisooriya
- L H M T I Bandara
- E L Dihini Dihasa Liyanage
Under 11 Open
- Vinuka Dihain Wijerathna
- H M Chamuditha Sasen Bandara Herath
- Sethika Dinsitha Masakorala
- Mithil Indrachapa Samarakoon
- Perumpuli Arachchi Lithula Raveesh
Under 11 Girls
- Tharuli Dihansa Senarathne
- A M Vidushi Dinethma Athapaththu
- Devhara Methsandi Gunasinghe
- Sanuli Dulanya Ranasinghe
Under 13 Open
- V W A Vinuda Vidmal Wickramasinghe
- Dulein Bimsath Labunahewage
- Losara Methyuga Kulatunge
- Menuksha Sahen Devasurendra
- Sanuk Nanayakkara
Under 13 Girls
- B P Chanthuli Thanishka De Silva
- B Yenuthi Sahanlee Perera
- M A D D D Munasinghe
- Thinuli Disansa Wijesinghe
- A G Hansadie Aradhya Akuratiya
Under 15 Open
- Sethun Neththaru Manuwaruna
- Senuka Damsath Somarathne
- G D Minuja Hansana Godagampala
- Jeewantha Aloka Hettiarachchi
- Nisal Dilushana Thilakarathne
Under 15 Girls
- H Sandithi Kusalya Alwis
- K P K Hesara Gunasekara
- Chenaya Ekaratne
Under 17 Open
- K A Aken Abiru
- R B Bihandu J Siriwardene
- S D Nadev Insara
- Chivath Dathesha Gunaratne
- Yonal Sumanathilake
Under 17 Girls
- S Narthavi
- Dehansa Nisanduni Sandanayake
- Pinipa Akalanki Meemanage
- Ruwanya Sethumli Rambukwella
- Shasrutha Sutharshan
FA Sampath Jayawardana (FA) is the head of the delegation and Mr Mahesh Ranaweera is the Manager of the Sri Lankan contingent.
The championship not only provides a platform for competition but also fosters skill development and international camaraderie. The young players of Sri Lanka will aim to showcase their talent and bring home honours, inspiring future generations of chess enthusiasts.
Best Wishes to Team Sri Lanka
The ChessSL and chess enthusiasts nationwide extend their heartfelt wishes to the Sri Lankan contingent. The dedication and determination of these players are a testament to the nation’s thriving chess culture.
Stay tuned for updates and highlights from the championship as Sri Lanka’s youth make their mark on the Asian chess stage!
