The 2026 Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (Cepca) President's Cup is set to take place on May 30 at the CCC Chess Club, located on the fourth floor of Robinsons Galleria Cebu. This annual tournament, organized as part of the birthday celebration of Cepca president Jerry Maratas, will feature top Cebuano chess players competing for a total prize pool of P50,000.
Prize Breakdown
The champion of the open tournament will receive P20,000, while the runner-up will take home P10,000. Players finishing from third to sixth place will earn P5,000, P3,000, P2,000, and P1,000, respectively. Additional cash incentives of P1,000 and P500 will be awarded to the top two finishers in various categories, including Cepcans A and B, ladies, seniors, Under-8, Under-12, Under-16, and Under-20.
Registration Details
The registration fee is P300, although FIDE-titled players may join for free. A P100 registration discount will be given to Cepcans, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, women, and children aged 12 and below. Interested participants are encouraged to register before the scheduled competition date. On-site registration on tournament day will cost P350.
Contact Information
For inquiries and registration, interested participants may contact Richard Ouano at 09566520517, Kevin Yap at 09458559800, Edwin Cablao at 09236983109, or Stephen Rosales at 09064852026.
