The VI Polish Clergy Chess Championship took place in the Higher Theological Seminary of Franciscan Fathers from 9 to 14 July 2007. Participating were ten priests, a seminarian and a religious brother. Mr Zygmunt Wielecki – a state class referee – refereed the Championship. The format was a 9-round Swiss system.

The winner was Fr. Zbigniew Wądrzyk from Gdańsk, who scored the most points possible over nine matches. It was his fifth victory and he won another championship title. In second place was Fr. Stanisław Bąk from Ryszkowa Wola, Archdiocese of Przemyśl, whose second place finish was most deserved. The skill level of the other participants proved to be very balanced.

The games ran smoothly. Despite the fierce competition there was a mutual kindness. The first three players received commemorative cups, and all participants received diplomas and prizes (including books on chess funded by Penelopa publishing house).

The final results of the VI PCCC: Here

There were two accompanying tournament played during the Championship.

Tuesday evening - 10 July: a fast chess tournament P’5. Ranking

Wednesday evening - 11 July: a fast chess tournament P’15. Ranking

On behalf of all participants I would like to thank Fr. Rafał Zarzycki and Fr. Grzegorz Piśko, as well as the whole seminarian community, for their kindness, hospitality and assistance in organizing the Championship. The VII Polish Clergy Chess Championships is scheduled for 7 - 12 July 2008 in Sandomierz. I would like to encourage everyone to participate!

Fr. Grzegorz Wiejak - the Franciscan Order