The Leeton library chess club, run by Peter Hingston, brings together young chess enthusiasts, between the ages of five and 17.

With an average of 20 students, each participant gets the opportunity to play against people of all abilities.

"We play a round robin where they play everyone else," Mr Hingston said.

"It depends on how they went, then they get into the finals series."

Damian Hall, who won the over 15s category, has been playing chess for a number of years, perfecting his skill and ability to crush opponents.

"We get to focus on something, which is why I like it," Damian said.

"There's been a few good games, but nothing like the epics I have had with Byron Black, which lasted two hours.

"I need to make sure I keep focusing so I don't have a lapse."

Having completed his round, Damian was helping the younger players learn a few tricks.

To make sure they had a chance against him, he removed a few pieces to handicap himself.

Mr Hingston said the main aim of the club was to foster an interest in a different kind of sport.

"I get them started and show them the different parts, like closing out a game," Mr Hingston said.

The club runs at the Leeton library on Thursday during the school term at 4.30pm.