The CCL Chess team delivered an impressive performance at the US Chess SuperNationals VIII, securing top honors across multiple sections. With a blend of hard work, discipline, and an unwavering passion for the game, our students showcased their talents on the national stage, earning well-deserved recognition.
We are proud to announce the achievements of our CCL Chess team members who claimed national championship medals and top rankings in this prestigious tournament:
K-1 Championship
- 1st Place: Mehmet Yilanli (National Champion!)
- 6th Place: Ryan Lai
K-1 Under 500 & Unrated
- 25th Place: Rishi Mettapally
K-3 Under 1000
- 7th Place: Soham Gupta
K-6 Under 1000
- 6th Place: Arjun Sai Kommineni
K-6 Under 1400
- 20th Place: Henry James Wolfe
K-12 Under 1900
- 20th Place: Het Patel
K-8 Championship Blitz Under 1200
- 2nd Place: Akhilesh Sasikumar
K-6 Championship Blitz Under 1000
- 3rd Place: Arjun Sai Kommineni
K-3 Championship Blitz
- 7th Place: Mehmet Yilanli
Bughouse K-6
- 6th Place: Mehmet Yilanli & Aadhi Adaikappan
The SuperNationals VIII, held from May 9-11 in Orlando, Florida, brought together more than 4,600 players from across the nation. This event combined the three Spring National Scholastic Championships—Elementary, Middle, and High School—into one extraordinary tournament, held once every four years. After SuperNationals VII was canceled in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this was the first edition since SuperNationals VI in 2017, creating an even greater sense of anticipation.
The competition saw a diverse and talented pool of participants, with nearly 70 players from Ohio, including many from the CCL Chess School, representing their communities with pride. This event continues to inspire our students to reach for excellence, both on and off the chessboard. Congratulations to all our students, coaches, and the families for their remarkable achievements!
