Event Brief
Chess Thrives in South Texas
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 5:04 PM ET
Summary: South Texas, led by the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, is the chess capital of Texas, gearing up for a national title defense.
WHO: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
WHAT: Defending national title in collegiate chess
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 4:07 PM ET
WHERE: South Texas
WHY: Due to its strong chess program and team success
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