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Joyce Nyaruai Ndirangu

Chess Player

Chess Player

(What sport are you passionate about?)
Chess


(What inspired you to pursue this sport?)
I was challenged to play against my dad as my brothers guided me on how the pieces move


(Where are you from?)
Karatina town


(How has KCB Bank supported or influenced your sports career?)
KCB has been instrumental in my growth in chess and a person. They enable me to play competitive chess both locally and internationally. As a person they've taught me about teamwork.


(Your proudest moment or achievement in your sporting journey?)
That would be attaining the 2022/2024 national champion title. I really had a rough start in the tournament. After counting myself knocked down, I decided to just have fun in the game🤞


(What does a typical training day look like for you?)
Mornings are for physical training and evenings I go hard on chess.


(What’s your go-to routine before a big match or event?)
That would be opening preparation. I revisit my open preparations from before and improve on some variations


(What music gets you in the zone?)
Who born de maga-wande coal


(Who do you look up to in your sport?)
Cobe Bryant, going the extra mile


(What’s the next big goal you’re working toward?)
Hahaha, you'll have to wait and see


(What do you enjoy doing in your downtime?)
Reading novels


(What’s your personal motto or guiding principle?)
Finish what you start


(Where would you love to compete one day?)
St.lous, New york


(Any advice or motivational words for young athletes?)
Do the extras💪