The Chisinau Mayor’s Open Cup finals of intellectual games: 21 teams of young people competed in exciting competitions

On December 17, 2024, Chisinau hosted the finals of the Chisinau Mayor’s Open Cup for intellectual games, a remarkable event that showcased the intelligence and team spirit of the capital’s young people. The competition, organized in the framework of the Programme for the co-financing of youth and youth projects, brought together 21 teams of pupils, students and teachers from Chisinau high schools, colleges and universities, who demonstrated their vast knowledge, creativity and collaboration skills.

The event was honored by the presence of the Deputy Mayor of Chisinau municipality, Irina Gutnic, and Andrei Pavaloi, Deputy Head of the General Directorate of Education, Youth and Sport, who appreciated the dedication and enthusiasm of the participants, stressing the importance of education and collaboration among the young generation.

Following the competitions, the winning teams were rewarded for their outstanding performances:

• 1st place: the “A. Pushkin” Lyceum – team АППушка
• 2nd place: “N. V. Gogol” – team Зикккурат
• 3rd place: “M. Grecu” High School – team Крокодилы 34

The project “Chisinau Mayor’s Open Cup of intellectual games among young people” is implemented by the Association of Intellectual Games of the Republic of Moldova, with the support of the General Department of Education, Youth and Sport of the Chisinau City Hall. Its aim is to encourage team spirit and the development of young people’s knowledge and skills through intellectual games.

This competition was more than just a contest of knowledge – it was a real lesson in mutual trust and collaboration between young people, teachers and the local community.