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CM Lyndon Bouah
2113
Dr. Lyndon Bouah is a distinguished figure in South African chess—both as a competitive veteran and as a scholar-administrator. Holding the title of Candidate Master, he has represented his nation at … More ...
RM Ethan Samuels
2048
Ethan Samuels is an accomplished young adult chess player and coach from Cape Town, South Africa. Known for his sharp tactical awareness and steady positional play, he has developed a strong … More ...
CM Reegan Palmer
2041
Reegan Palmer is a rising chess star from Cape Town, South Africa, celebrated for his sharp tactical acumen and strategic depth. In 2025, he secured a remarkable 7 points out of 9 in the South African … More ...
CM Kenneth Willenberg
1965
Kenneth Sean “Kenny” Willenberg is a South African Candidate Master (CM), currently regarded as one of the country’s strongest players. A product of Steinitz Chess Club and the proud Willenberg … More ...
PM Mark Lewis
1826
Mark Lewis is a seasoned chess coach and a founding member of Cape Town’s Steinitz Chess Club, established in 1976 when four high-school students in Bonteheuwel came together to form a club named … More ...
Bernard Dubbeld
1812
Bernard Dubbeld is a South African chess player who returned to competitive play in 2024, taking part in several tournaments in Cape Town and contributing actively in the local club league. More ...
JM Shaurya Singh
1803
Shaurya Singh is a rising talent in South African chess and a dedicated member of the Steinitz Chess Club in Cape Town. Representing the Western Cape, he has delivered consistently strong performances … More ...
Glenn Willenberg
1786
Glen I. Willenberg is a seasoned chess player and life-long member of Steinitz Chess Club. Throughout his chess career, Glen has participated in various tournaments, including the South African Closed … More ...
Shaun Willenberg
1758
Shaun Willenberg is a founding member of the Steinitz Chess Club in Cape Town, established in 1976. The club was formed by four high-school students in the Kalksteensfontein area of Bonteheuwel, who … More ...
CM Paul Khuphwathea
1754
Paul C. Khuphwathea is a highly respected chess player and coach from Malawi, now making his mark in Cape Town, South Africa. A Candidate Master since 2016, he has represented his country with pride … More ...
Roland Willenberg
1751
Roland Willenberg is a veteran South African chess coach and one of the founding members of Steinitz. As a trailblazer in coaching, he was recognized as Cape Town’s first professional chess coach. … More ...
Triston Willenberg
1747
Triston Willenberg is a South African chess player in his early twenties, representing the Steinitz Chess Club. A steady presence on the competitive circuit, he is known for his resilience and … More ...
Paul Vorster
1736
Paul Vorster is a talented young chess player and active participant at individual and team competitions. In February 2025, Paul achieved a notable second-place finish in the Advanced Section of the … More ...
Jesse Palmer
1728
Jesse Palmer is a promising young chess talent from Cape Town, South Africa. He holds the title of Arena International Master (AIM) and has achieved impressive FIDE ratings across all formats. Since … More ...
Richard Korebrits
1713
Richard Korebrits has been a long-standing member of Steinitz and an avid participant in individual as well as team-based tournaments. He first showed his fighting spirit during a pivitol team match … More ...
Declan Platen
1705
Declan Platen is a respected player, coach, and leader within the Steinitz Chess Club, where he currently serves as Club Captain. Known for his steady play and deep understanding of the game, Declan … More ...
Ashley Schüller
1670
Ashley Schüller is a long-standing pillar of Steinitz Chess Club: a top club competitor, multi-title league player and a full-time coach who has helped grow chess across the Western Cape. He regularly … More ...
Andrew Talmarkes
1669
Andrew Talmarkes is an accomplished chess coach, FIDE-licensed arbiter, and long-time leader within Cape Town’s Steinitz Chess Club. He is the Director of the Insight Chess Academy, providing … More ...
Callum Lau
1649
Callum Lau is an emerging talent in Cape Town and active member of Steinitz Chess Club. In 2025 Callum achieved 3rd Place in the Western Cape Schools Chess High School Individual Provincial … More ...
WRM Sophia Hagen
1641
Sophia was ranked among the top 10 youth players in Cape Town as of January 2025, showcasing her competitive edge in the local chess scene. Participation in the Mzansi Interprovincial Chess … More ...
Izaiah Solomon
1614
Izaiah Solomon is a talented young chess player from South Africa, currently a Grade 10 learner at Curro Somerset West. He has demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership in the chess community. … More ...
Donovan Allies
1610
Donovan Allies is a committed and longstanding figure in Cape Town’s chess community, known for both his playing strength and his dedication to the development of the game. Over the years, he has … More ...
Waynika Caeser
1591
Waynika Caeser discovered chess just three years ago and has quickly established herself as a rising talent in the Western Cape schools circuit. Her competitive journey began at the District East … More ...
Benjamin Dubbeld
1578
Benjamin Dubbeld is a promising young chess player from Cape Town. Introduced to competitive chess in grade 8 at Westerford High School in 2023, he quickly developed a love for the game and began … More ...
Alex Akemdien
1537
Alex Akemdien is a rising talent in the chess world, known for his sharp tactical vision and calm approach under pressure. He began playing chess at a young age and quickly distinguished himself on … More ...
Furqaan Bowman
1475
Furqaan Bowman is a dedicated youth chess player whose journey reflects both talent and resilience. His strongest performance came during the Junior League U16, where he achieved a tournament … More ...
Shaqeel Petersen-Bizaare
1464
Shaqeel has been an active member of the Insight Chess Academy, run by Steinitz president Andrew Talmarkes. He represented the academy in the Under-17 Mixed category, where his team secured 3rd place … More ...
Phillip Tjale
1435
Phillipmaite Tjale learned how to play chess on a home-made set, much like the great Mikhail Botvinnik. This unique start sparked a deep appreciation for the Soviet-era chess players and a love for … More ...
Colin Webber
1429
Colin Webber is an active member of the Cape Town chess community, balancing his own journey as an “adult improver” with his passion for supporting the game. A former chess parent—his son Ethan no … More ...
Pierre Goosen
1403
Pierre Goosen is a South African chess player who in recent years relocated to Cape Town and became a valued member of the Steinitz Chess Club. His decision to join Steinitz came naturally: when he … More ...
Jordan Adriaanse
1396
Jordan Adriaanse is a dedicated youth chess player and an active member of the Steinitz Chess Club. He has distinguished himself through both provincial representation and consistent club … More ...
Lucy Khuphwathea
1387
Lucy Khuphwathea is a promising junior chess player from the Steinitz Chess Club and the eldest daughter of CM Paul Khuphwathea, a well respected coach hailing from Malawi. In 2025, Lucy placed 2nd at … More ...
Ivan Fortune
1378
Ivan Fortune has been a familiar face at the Steinitz Chess Club in Cape Town for decades. Though not known for chasing trophies or headline-making victories, his contribution to the club runs much … More ...
Andre Fortune
1308
Andre Fortune is a long-standing member of the Steinitz Chess Club in Cape Town and a regular at the club’s games and league matches. Like his father Ivan, he plays with solid competence and … More ...
Chris Cronje
1302
Chris Cronje spent countless weekends in tournament halls a decade ago as a dedicated chess parent, supporting his son Christiaan through the U8 and U10 circuits alongside fellow member Colin Webber. … More ...
Curtis Gal
1300
Curtis Gal discovered chess in primary school and quickly developed a passion for the game. He dreams of one day becoming a Grandmaster and is working hard to achieve this goal in the shortest … More ...
Romayo Page
1272
Romayo Page’s journey in chess is a testament to dedication, mentorship, and community spirit. From the early days of competing with Boland A and B teams during the 1990s—sharing the stage with … More ...
Clinton Solomon
1267
Clinton Solomon is a passionate chess organizer, mentor, and advocate for youth chess in Cape Town. As the Youth Director of Steinitz Chess Club, he works tirelessly to create opportunities for young … More ...
Liam Scott
1213
William Scott, known to friends and teammates as Liam, is a rising talent in the Steinitz Chess Club’s junior program. From a young age, Liam has demonstrated a natural aptitude for chess, combining … More ...
Christiaan Cronje
1180
Christiaan Cronje first made his mark in chess as an energetic U8 and U10 player, often competing alongside Ethan Webber in junior events. After stepping away from the game for several years, he has … More ...
Jody Roman
1153
Jody Roman has always had a passion for chess. Through a chance interaction with one of Steinitz’s long-standing members, he was reintroduced to the game and welcomed into the close-knit Steinitz … More ...