Cebu chess prodigy Adina Kwan wins CVIRAA tournament

Cebu City’s Adina Vera Kwan excelled at the Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) 2025, winning two gold medals and a bronze. This performance secured her a spot in the upcoming Palarong Pambansa in Ilocos Norte. Kwan, trained by International Master Kim Steven Yap, dominated the individual standard and team standard events. She finished with 6.5 points in the individual competition, overcoming several strong opponents. At just 11 years old, Kwan aims to become a Grand Master. She plans to intensify her training as she prepares for the national competition, focusing on improving her skills further.