04/08/2026
♟️ COMMUNITY PARTNER HIGHLIGHT
Every great chess player starts with a dream. Behind every dream is a mentor who chooses to believe, guide, and inspire.
We are proud to recognizeBRD Chess Academy , led by International Master Joel Pimentel, as one of our valued Community Partners for The Founder's Cup – Edition I.
More than an accomplished International Master, IM Joel has dedicated himself to developing the next generation of chess players. Through his coaching, discipline, and passion for the game, he continues to shape young talents—proving that true success is not measured only by titles, but by the lives you inspire along the way.
At The Founder's Cup, we share the same vision: to create more opportunities for aspiring players, nurture future champions, and raise the standard of Philippine chess through quality mentorship and meaningful competition.
To every young chess player reading this:
Never stop learning. Never stop improving. Every grandmaster, every international master, and every champion once made their very first move. Your next move today could be the beginning of something extraordinary.
Our heartfelt thanks to IM Joel Pimentel and the entire BRD Chess Academy family for believing in our vision and for helping inspire the next generation of Filipino chess players.
♟️ Together, let's build more champions—one move at a time.
