Abellana Wins Lapu Lapu October Tournament

Ariel Joseph Abellana (Left)

The pride of Saint Alphonsus Catholic School, Ariel Joseph Abellana, once again wins another Lapu Lapu Chess Monthly Tournament, for this month of October. 

Abellana proved that the tournament was for him to take when he beat top seeded, Romeo "Ramil" Resuera in the 2nd round. As if he was contented with his victory over Resuera, Abellana beat yet another strong player in Lapu Lapu, Aldwin Daculan in the 4th round to garner 4 points, before drawing his game against Rolando Torres. Abellana and was crowned champion with a total score of 4.5 out of 5 rounds.

Awards were also given to the 2nd to 5th place finishers. Those who made it to the top five were Romeo Resuera, Aldwin Daculan, Rolando Torres, and Giovanni Borongan respectively.

It is well remembered by the city's woodpushers, that Abellana had previously won two editions in our monthly tournaments. Undeniably, Abellana is now a strong force to reckon with, in Lapu Lapu Chess. It is said that Abellana's favorite defence is the French, a solid Black opening that offers counterplay as well, particularly in the Queenside. His style is "very resourceful".