About The Journey

This site is about Chess South Africa through the lens of a chess parent.

It’s not just about the moves on the board; it’s about the early mornings, the long drives, the nervous pacing outside the tournament hall, and the complicated joy of watching your child grow through a game that can be as brutal as it is beautiful.

Let's go on the journey — learn from my mistakes — send in any new tips on how to survive and thrive in this thrilling, cut-throat world.