The main objective of the Kurook Chess Club is to organise chess training sessions, collective game analysis, and competitive tournaments within Khazar University. The Club promotes strategic thinking, analytical skills, and sportsmanship among students through regular chess activities.

Areas of Activity

• Organising masterclasses and training sessions led by experienced trainers and mentors.

• Teaching fundamental chess rules and basic principles to members who are new to the game.

• Encouraging members to gain experience, practise regularly, and improve their skills through internal games and friendly competitions.

• Representing Khazar University in chess-related events, matches, and tournaments.

Executive Board

Chairperson — Aykhan Sadigzade
ayxan.sadiqzada2025@khazar.org

Vice Chair — Masud Nasirov
masud.nasirov2023@khazar.org

Coordinator — Rauf Mammadov
rauf.mammadli2024@khazar.org

Implemented Tournaments

• Blitz 1 — 8 March 2025; 14 participants; Dunya School.

• Rapid 3 — 19 October 2024; 16 participants; Bakikhanov Building.

• Rapid 2 — 11 May 2024; 16 participants; Main Building.

• Rapid 1 (two-stage tournament) — 23 October 2023 and 30 October 2023; 20 participants; Bakikhanov Building.

Planned Activity for 2026

The Club plans to organise an open chess tournament with broader participation, aiming to involve a larger number of students from across the University.