Entry Form for 2025 (66th) US Armed Forces Open

2025 (66th) US Armed Forces Open Chess Championship

Saturday - Monday, Oct 11-13 in Kings Point, NY, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
This is an Over-the-Board Tournament.

The Virginia Chess Federation is proud to assist in supporting this National Championship event.

You can find detailed tournament info and the schedule at this link.

TO REGISTER: Fill out the form below and submit it to us. Required information is indicated with a red asterix (*).

Early Entry through this form will be available until Friday at midnight on Oct 6th. Afterwards, the only way to enter is on-site at the tournament.

Round 1 starts at 1000 hrs on Saturday Oct 11th, with Round 2 at 1500.

ALL Chess Sets and clocks will be provided by the VA Chess Federation, but you are welcome to bring your own.

This tournament is US Chess-rated and FIDE-rated. ALL PLAYERS must be members of the US Chess Federation.

US Chess membership is available on-site. Cash, check or credit cards accepted for memberships.

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SPECIAL NOTE FOR CADETS / MIDSHIPMEN

Service Academy Cadets/Midshipment requiring lodging must contact Dr. Kimani Stancil, stancilk@usmma.edu.
Player's Information*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Player's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
E-mail*
Phone Number*
Area Code and Phone Number
US Chess ID Number*
Enter "Join" if you will join or renew at the tournament
Military Status*
Pay Grade*
Service*
MAIN EVENT Section to Enter?*

Armed Forces Open (Active Duty, Retirees, Cadets/Midshipmen/ROTC)Veterans Open (Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US Military)
One Optional 1/2-point Bye for the MAIN EVENT*

No ByesRound 1Round 2Round 3Round 4Round 5
I will play BLITZ on Saturday evening at 1930 hrs*

Yes, absolutely!No, thank you.
Please ACKNOWLEDGE the following (you must check ALL to continue)*

FOOD, other than lite snacks, is not allowed in the Playing Room. Liquids should be in containers with caps.If you are playing in the VETERANS OPEN section, then you must possess a "Real ID" compliant identification card to enter the Naval Academy.
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2025 (66th) US Armed Forces Open Chess Championship