Chess is a game of strategy and respect and the crew at Kardknox Gang Prevention and Intervention is doing the work in the community to understand youth and adults’ perception of the world that surrounds them. On Friday, April 17 at the Patrick A. Lucero branch. More than a dozen youth participants gathered for a Chess Tournament.
“We extend a huge thank you to Mark Salazar from Hardknox Gang Prevention and Intervention, as well as the Pueblo Chess Club, for organizing such an amazing community event that brought together nearly 20 student participants. Prizes were awarded to first, second, and a three-way tie for third place—what an incredible turnout! Your support and dedication are truly appreciated,” said Patrick A. Lucero Branch Manager Jerry Vigil.
Hardknox Gang Prevention and Intervention has the goal to promote positive change internally and mentally. Through the game of chess, they’re able to teach how to create a cost vs. benefit analysis when it comes to decision making. Doing this allows participants to not make impulsive decisions and to think about their next moves and the consequences or rewards waiting on the other side of that decision.