
Background:
Miriam Ruiz is the Secretary at Day & Knight Chess Club and the creative mind behind the organization's name. She graduated from the University of California, Riverside (UCR) with a degree in psychology and has six years of experience in administration for behavioral health.
As Secretary, Miriam oversees daily operations, manages staff, and coordinates department activities to implement strategic goals. She supports fundraising efforts, community outreach, and partnership development. Miriam ensures compliance with nonprofit regulations, assists the President in decision-making, and contributes to strategic planning for the organization’s growth and impact. Her administrative expertise and dedication to the mission are essential to driving the success of Day & Knight Chess Club.

Built for students who compete. Rook Division sharpens every aspect of competitive chess — from opening preparation to endgame execution under tournament pressure.

Strong fundamentals, deeper strategy. Bishop Division is where students transition from reacting to planning — learning to control the board and compete with confidence.

You know the rules. Now it's time to play with purpose. Knight Division builds the tactical habits and pattern recognition that separate casual players from competitive ones.

Brand new to chess? This is where every player starts. Pawn Division builds the rules, the basics, and the confidence to play your first real game.
Learn about the various events, tournaments, and classes available to our members.