***UPDATE: We have reached the limit of submissions for this online form. (Shoutout to the great atttendance we will have for the tournament!). If you want to register before getting to the site, PLEASE email information to shippensburgchess@gmail.com or text 619-748-1751 ***
Eligibility: Open to all players (students and non-students)
Date: Saturday, April 6th, 2024
Entry fee:
- $15 if paid online or in advance. ($20 if paid in person, at site)
- $5 for unrated players (players who have never played in a USCF tournament before. Must play in U1200 section. $10 if paid in person, at site)
Rounds: 4 rounds, Swiss-system pairings ( for information about Swiss-system tournaments, click here )
Sections: Open, U1200
Time Control: 35 mins with a 5 second delay for the entirety of the game.
Schedule:
- Round 1: 11:00am
- Round 2: 12:45pm
- Round 3: 2:15pm
- Round 4: 3:45pm
- Award Ceremony: 5:30pm
Prizes:
- Plaques to 1st & 2nd place in Open & U1200 sections
- Commemorative, custom-made chess sets to top unrated, top K-12 student, and biggest upset
- Trophy to top scholastic (K-12) team (top 2 scorers contribute to the school's score)
Location:
For new players:
Players MUST have a USCF membership. Please register for a USCF membership in advance. If you need help, please email nz8493@ship.edu or text (619)748-1751. (Become a USCF member here: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess)