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SUMMARY:USCF 2024 National Elementary (K-6) Championship (Columbus\, OH) - April 26-28\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:2024 National Elementary (K-6) ChampionshipApril 26-28\, 2024 · Columbus\, Ohio   (Bughouse & Blitz April 25) \n\n\n\nGreater Columbus Convention Center· 400 North High Street\, Columbus Ohio 43215Host Hotels (all attached to GCCC; booking links for each listed below):Hyatt Regency ColumbusHilton Columbus DowntownDrury Inn & Suites Columbus Convention CenterSonesta Columbus-DowntownSupport US Chess and Ensure Future Events by staying at the host hotels!WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.uschess.org/tournaments/2024/elem/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation about parking at GCCC\n\n\n\nClick here for information about parking at or near the playing site. \n\n\n\nSee the individual hotels for information about parking in their garages or valet services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClosest public parking garages:\n\n\n\nGreater Columbus Convention Center Parking (all controlled by the convention center). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTOWN HALLS FOR PARENT/PLAYER INFORMATION!\n\n\n\nUS Chess will offer two informative Town Halls for parents\, coaches and players. \n\n\n\nWatch here for the links to the town halls once set up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollow US Chess on Instagram and Twitter!Use the hashtag #ElemChessChamps for your posts and tweets!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ve put together a guide for those who are “New To Nationals!”Click here for a primer on what to expect before you arrive!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7 Round Swiss in 13 SectionsK-6 ChampionshipK-6 Under 1400K-6 Under 1000K-6 UnratedK-5 ChampionshipK-5 Under 1200K-5 Under 900K-3 ChampionshipK-3 Under 1000K-3 Under 700K-3 UnratedK-1 ChampionshipK-1 Under 500 & UnratedApril 2024 rating supplement will be used. Players must disclose other Over-the-Board (OTB) ratings with entry. Players with other OTB ratings may be moved to a different section at the discretion of US Chess. \n\n\n\nTeam score is total of top four finishers from each school per section.A team must have at least two players but no maximum number of players. The top four scores in any section will count for the team score. All players on a team must come from the same school. \n\n\n\nNational ChampionshipFirst place individual and team in the K-6 Championship section\, the K-5 Championship section\, the K-3 Championship section and the K-1 Championship section\, including ties\, will be recognized as National Champions. \n\n\n\nTime Control: Game/90 d10Each player has 90 minutes to complete the game with a 10 second grace period each move. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee:   $80 postmarked or online by March 25\, $100 postmarked or online by April 8\, $130 online by April 15\, $180 after. \n\n\n\n\nONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES 11AM EASTERN APRIL 25! NO EXCEPTIONS!\n\n\n\nNO ON-SITE REGISTRATION! NO EXCEPTIONS!\n\n\n\nONLINE REGISTRATION STRONGLY PREFERRED!\n\n\n\nDO NOT MAIL ANY REGISTRATIONS AFTER APRIL 8!\n\n\n\n$40 change fee for roster or section changes after April 8 or any on site changes.\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS: \n\n\n\n\nPlease bring clocks. Sets and score sheets provided. Players are responsible for bringing and setting their own clocks\, and explaining their operation when asked.\n\n\n\nPlayers registering after 11 a.m. Friday will not be paired for round 1\, will receive a 1/2 point bye for round 1\, and will begin play with round 2.Up to two 1/2 point byes available any round if requested before round 1.A half-point bye in round 1 must be requested at the time of registration\, or on-site before 11 AM Friday.A half-point bye request for rounds 2-7 not requested in advance must be requested two hours before the scheduled start of round 2.Players requesting a section change late (after 11 AM Friday) will not be paired for round 1\, will receive a half-point bye\, and will begin play with round 2.\n\n\n\nCurrent US Chess Scholastic Regulations are linked here\n\n\n\n\nOpening ceremony Friday 12:45 p.m.\n\n\n\nK-6\, K-5 and K-3 sections:FridayRound One … 1:00 PMRound Two … 6:00 PMSaturdayRound Three … 9:00 AMRound Four … 1:30 PMRound Five … 6:00 PMSundayRound Six … 9:00 AMRound Seven … 1:30 PMAwards Ceremony 6:00 PM [approx.]K-1 sections:FridayRound One … 1:30 PMRound Two … 5:30 PMSaturdayRound Three … 9:30 AMRound Four … 1:30 PMRound Five … 5:30 PMSundayRound Six … 9:30 AMRound Seven … 1:30 PMAwards Ceremony 5:30 PM [approx.]\n\n\n\nAwards\n\n\n\nAward list is FINAL as of 12/28/2023.\n\n\n\nAll sections will award individual medals and team trophies. \n\n\n\nSectionIndividual MedalsTeam TrophiesK-6 ChampionshipK-6 Under 1400K-6 Under 1000K-6 UnratedK-5 ChampionshipK-5 Under 1200K-5 Under 900K-3 ChampionshipK-3 Under 1000K-3 Under 700K-3 UnratedK-1 ChampionshipK-1 Under 500 & UnratedTop 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 20 [plus ties for 20th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 35 [plus ties for 35th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 30 [plus ties for 30th place]Top 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 20 [plus ties for 20th place]Top 5Top 10Top 10Top 5Top 5Top 5Top 15Top 5Top 5Top 15Top 5Top 10Top 10\n\n\n\nFirst place individual and team in each Championship Section\, including ties\, will be the National Champion for that division. Only Championship Sections award National Championship Titles. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Unrated teams receive a trophy only – no individual plaques. This is per the Scholastic Regulations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClass Prizes:\n\n\n\nClass medals to the top three on tiebreak in the following classes:K-6 Championship: 1400-1499; 1300-1399; 1200-1299; 1100-1199; 1000-1099; Under 1000; Unrated.K-5 Championship: 1400-1499; 1300-1399; 1200-1299; 1100-1199; 1000-1099; Under 1000; Unrated.K-3 Championship: 1100-1199; 1000-1099; 900-999; 800-899; Under 800; Unrated.All participants will receive a commemorative item at the completion of the final round. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrophies PlusTrophies are provided by Trophies Plus\, sponsor of the All-American Team. Trophies Plus will ship trophies for you at the conclusion of the event. Click here for shipping costs! Click here for the shipping form! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParents\, coaches and players: check out our Tournament Safety Tips!\n\n\n\nThis is ESPECIALLY for younger players! PLEASE follow these guidelines for safe behavior. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNational Elementary Blitz Championship (G/5\, d0):Thursday 5 p.m.\, entry fee $40 by 4/11\, $60 after or on site.Online registration closes at 2 p.m.On-site registration closes at 4 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlace awards for the Blitz tournament: \n\n\n\n\nK-6 Blitz Championship: Top 10 individuals\, Top 5 Teams\n\n\n\nK-3 Blitz Championship: Top 10 individuals\, Top 5 Teams\n\n\n\n\nClass awards for the Blitz Tournament to the top three in the following classes: \n\n\n\n\nK-6 Blitz Championship: 1400-1499; 1300-1399; 1200-1299; 1100-1199; 1000-1099; Under 1000; Unrated.\n\n\n\nK-3 Blitz Championship: 1100-1199; 1000-1099; 900-999; 800-899; Under 800; Unrated.\n\n\n\n\nBlitz Rules \n\n\n\nNational Elementary Bughouse Championship (G/5\, d0):Thursday 11 a.m.\, $30 per 2-player team on site only. Registration 9-10 a.m. One section K-6.Medals (2 each) to top 5 teams.Bughouse Rules \n\n\n\nFriends and Family Tournament (G/30;d5):4SS\, G/30. Saturday 10:30 a.m.\, 12:30 p.m.\, 2:30 p.m.\, 4:30 p.m.\, $30 onsite registration only. Anyone registering after 10:00 a.m. must take a half-point bye in round 1. Rated and Unrated sections. Trophies for each category of combined player/student results. \n\n\n\nThe exits from the main playing hall will be color-coded.Players will be instructed to use the exit coded to their section.\n\n\n\n\nBLACK EXIT: K-6 Championship\, K-6 Under 1400\, K-6 Under 1000\, K-6 Unrated\n\n\n\nRED EXIT: K-5 Championship\, K-5 Under 1200\, K-3 Championship\n\n\n\nWHITE EXIT: K-5 Under 900\, K-3 Under 1000\n\n\n\nBLUE EXIT: K-3 Under 700\, K-3 UnratedNOTE: These exit designations do NOT apply to the K-1 Championship or K-1 Under 500 sections.Information for Accommodation Requests: Consistent with the Guidelines for Accessible Chess Events\, requests for reasonable accommodations during the event should be made 2-3 weeks in advance of the event. Requests for accommodations made on site will be handled to the best of our ability.Entries and General Information Contact:nationalevents@uschess.orgTournament EntryRegister Online using the link in the top left navigation menu – Online registration is STRONGLY preferred.Here is a link to our mail-in entry form\, in PDF version and Word versionTeam room information will be posted in this space when ready.How to Use the Room Reservation System – PowerPoint file – PDF fileInstructional Video on Using the Room Reservation SystemTeam Room Information Contact: Pete Karagianis at pete.karagianis@uschess.org
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2024-national-elementary-k-6-championship/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T153000
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SUMMARY:OSCA 15th Paul Taylor Memorial Classic\, Providence\, RI (FREE PIZZA) - Adult & Scholastic Sections
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, APRIL 27\, 2024 \n\n\n\nClassical High School\, Providence RI\n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, APRIL 27\, 2024 – Chess Tournament at Providence’s Premier High School \n\n\n\nClassical High School  770 Westminster St\, Providence\, RI 02903(entrance to tournament in rear of building\, see signs) \n\n\n\nPOPULAR EVENT – Our last event 100+ players\, & OPEN Section with 25+ PlayersENTRY FEE $20/$25\, Includes FREE PIZZA* U1000 / U600 EF = $20* OPEN / U1500 EF = $25 \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM. Rounds will continue continuously afterward (short break for lunch) \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES $500 b/30 paid entries & Trophies* OPEN = $150 – $75 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1500 =  $100 – $50 – $25\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* Biggest Upset $50 for (OPEN / U1500 Sections)* U1000 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place FREE USCF MEMBERSHIP FOR 1st -TIME UNRATED TOURNAMENT PLAYERS Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site.1st-TIME “YOUTH” TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = Age 5-18 – will receive USCF MembershipFREE $20 USCF “Youth” Membership INCLUDED with $25 registrationRegister below for either U600 or U1000 Section1st-TIME “YOUNG ADULT” TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT =  Age 19-23 – will receive USCF MembershipFREE $27 USCF “Yong Adult”” Membership INCLUDED with $35 RegistrationRegister below for either OPEN or U1500 Section \n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION\n\n\n\nFREE PIZZA & DRINKS served during event. Please Pre-Register.\n\n\n\nOPEN / U1500 Sections will Play in the Library\, U1000 / U600 will play in the Cafeteria\n\n\n\nEntry Fee: Advance Entry is $20 – $25 if you already have a USCF Membership. \n\n\n\nOn-site day of event entry fee is $10 more.\n\n\n\nRegister here online by 04/26/2024. Pre-registration check-in from 9:15 – 9:45 AM.\n\n\n\nScholarships available\, please email with hardship reason: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\nPlayers can always play “up” in a higher section. Late entries 1/2 pt. bye\, or be paired with late entries\n\n\n\nScholarships are available (Free Entry Fee) please email Ocean State Chess Association in advance\n\n\n\nByes must be requested in advance. Tournament will run continuous after each round except for break for pizza. \n\n\n\nPlease park in rear of building (Near Tennis Courts) Look for signs. \n\n\n\nChess sets & clocks will be provided. However\, please bring a chess clock if you have one.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPAUL E. TAYLOR (1924-2011) – Paul E. Taylor\, 87\, of Warwick\, served in the United States Army during World War II. He was an avid chess player and fisherman and in his retirement organized several chess clubs for both youth and seniors and was himself a Class A tournament player. He ran multiple scholastic youth tournaments\, donating the trophies and his time. The Ocean State High School League Championship Trophy is named the “TAYLOR TROPHY” in honor of his work in scholastic chess & his years organizing the Rhode Island Scholastic Chess League. \n\n\n\nU.S. CHESS FEDERATION MEMBERSHIPSUSCF membership required to play in “Rated” sections. No USCF membership required in “Unrated” sectionsJoin U.S. Chess Federation in advance online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chessor sign up at tournament – please contact organizer  Please Pre-register for Tournament (below) before 04/26/2024 at bottom of this page. \n\n\n\nClassical High School\, Providence RIENTRANCE TO TOURNAMENT located in REAR of BUILDING
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/15th-paul-taylor-memorial/
LOCATION:Classical High School\, 770 Westminster Street\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02903\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T170000
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SUMMARY:OSCA 2nd Providence College Open (Providence\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, APRIL 21\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArthur & Patricia Ryan Center for Business Studies at Providence College (Tournament Site) \n\n\n\nLocation: Providence College\, Ryan Center212 Huxley AveProvidence\, RI 02908 \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5  – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay Round 1 starts at 12:00 PM.  \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE * \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES\, $300 b/20 Paid Entries\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $ 100 – $75\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place   (U1500 Class Prize $50\, Trophy for 1st place)* U1200 = $50 – $25\, plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* UNRATED (Unrated Fun Games) No USCF = Trophy for 1st\, Medals for 2nd & 3rdNote: Top Providence College Students = 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place Trophies \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* MUST BE 18+ Years Old to Play in This Tournament – NO Scholastic players – Venue Stipulations* Round 1 will start at 12:00 PM for All Sections. 3 Private large rooms have been reserved for sections & skittles* Round Times: 12:00 PM\, 1:00 PM\, (Lunch 2:15) 3:00 PM\, 4:00 PM. * Players who arrive late after the start of Round 1 will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance.* New Policy: On-site Entries must register 20 minutes before (11:40 AM) Round 1 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 04/20/2023 @ 11:59 PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more. \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* EF $35 for OPEN Sections* EF $30 for U1200 Section* EF $25 for Unrated SectionLate On-Site Entries the day of the event is $5 more cash / online \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27     (Age 18-23. must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site) \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Event venue sponsored by the Providence College Chess Club\, All Prov. College students have FREE Entry* Specific Designated Tournament Rooms\, extra skittles rooms\, lounge area\, cafeteria on-site.* Proceeds will go toward helping the Providence College Chess Club* Sections will finish around 4:30-5:00 PM. * Plenty of parking. Please use Campus Parking Garage * Chess sets & Clocks provided. * Anyone can play in a higher section* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* MUST BE 18+ Years Old to Play in This Tournament – NO Scholastic players – Venue Stipulations* Email all questions to: frank@oceanstatechess.com or text (401) 212-1335 \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in ALL rated sections. Join U.S. Chess Federation (membership) online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-providence-college-open-2/
LOCATION:Providence College\, 212 Huxley Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T020000
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Bryant University 17 & Under FREE UNRATED Chess Tournament (Smithfield\, RI) - Free R.I. Scholastic Event
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, APRIL 20\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBello Center at Bryant University – Tournament Location \n\n\n\nLOCATIONBryant University\, George E. Bello Center(University Address) 150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, RI 02917(Building Address) Jacob Drive\, Smithfield\, RI 02917 \n\n\n\nFREE G/15 RAPID SCHOLASTIC (UNRATED) TOURNAMENT 2:00 PM – 4:30PM \n\n\n\nRhode Island’s 3rd Annual 17 & Under Chess Tournament \n\n\n\n* Sponsored by the Bryant University Mathematics and Economics Dept. with the Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\nSaturday April 20th\, starting at 2:00 pm (sign in by 1:50 pm)In Bello Center\, Room 102 (Library pictured above) on the Bryant University CampusFORMAT4SS – G15/;d5 – (UNRATED EVENT) – 4 Rounds\, 15 Minutes each with 5 second delayNOTE – THIS IS AN UNRATED SCHOLASTIC FREE CHESS TOURNAMENT \n\n\n\nSECTIONSThere will be Two Age Group Sections\, we divide students in half to keep numbers equal* Note: this is an UNRATED Tournament (USCF membership is Not required) \n\n\n\nPRIZES In BOTH SECTIONS (6 Prizes in All)1st place = $1002nd place = $753rd place = $50  \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION:  Registration required no later than APRIL 19th* To register\, please email: wzywiak@bryant.edu Must Include:* First and Last name* Your Age as of of 4-19-2024 – Years & Months old* Name of your School* Chess rating and/or USCF # if applicable – Used only for Pairings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhotos: George E. Bello Center at Bryant University\, Tournament Location \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION* Plenty of Parking\, At the Bryant Entrance\, ask Gatekeeper for directions to BELLO CENTER* This is a FREE Event\, Space is limited\, Let us know if you decide to cancel or cannot attend* Participants must be age 17 or under to play in tournament* Event starts at 2:00 PM\, will finish around 4:30 PM* Chess Sets and Clocks will be provided* Late participants may receive a 1/2 pt. bye or be paired with late entries \n\n\n\n2022 Winners: Eric Benitz – Age 17\, Central Falls HS; Andrew Wilkinson – Age 14\, N. Kingstown HS; Adam Khaykin – Age 11\,Home School2023 Winners: Older: Richard Meyer –  Age 17\, LaSalle High School; Mohammed Khe Basal 16\, Cranston WestYounger: Royce Zhang – Age 8\, Barrington Elementary; Luke Harding – Age 12\, Home School
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/3rd-bryant-university-17-under-free-tmt/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryant University":MAILTO:wzywiak@bryant.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240227T141051Z
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SUMMARY:KCF Event: 19th Annual Kasparov All-Girls National Championships (Chicago\, IL) - April 12-14\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 12-14\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThe Kasparov Chess Foundation\, the Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation\, and the United States Chess Federation\, are pleased to invite girls from across America to play in the largest and most prestige girls only tournament in the USA; the 19th Annual KCF All-Girls National Chess Championship. \n\n\n\nThe tournament is open to all girls under 18 years old as of January 1\, 2024. Players will participate in the following categories: Under 8 years old\, under 10\, under 12\, under 14\, under 16\, and under 18; sections. \n\n\n\nThe Champion in each age category\, qualifies to represent the USA at the World Cadet (U8\, U10\, U12) and World Youth (U14\, U16\, U18) Championships in accordance with US Chess Scholastic National and International Invitation Events and Awards.” \n\n\n\nEVENT WEBSITE: http://allgirls.rknights.org/ \n\n\n\nREGISTER AT: https://www.kingregistration.com/register/2024AGN \n\n\n\nWHEN: April 12 – 14\, 2024 \n\n\n\nWHERE: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place – 2233 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr\, Chicago\, IL \n\n\n\nFORMAT: 6-Round\, Swiss System (no elimination) \n\n\n\nTIME CONTROL: Game/90\, d5 \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE:    April 12:  12:30 PM Opening Ceremony\, 3 PM Round 1    April 13: 10 AM Round 2\, 2:30 PM Round 3\, 6:30 PM Round 4    April 14: 9 AM Round 5\, 1 PM Round 6\, 5 PM Awards \n\n\n\nAWARDS:    Under 8 top 15 individuals\, top 500 – 799\, top U500\, top 6 schools    Under 10 top 16 individuals\, top 700 – 999\, top U700\, top 6 schools    Under 12 top 16 individuals\, top 900 – 1199\, top U900\, top 6 schools    Under 14 top 12 individuals\, top 1100 – 1399\, top U1100\, top 4 schools    Under 16 top 8 individuals\, Top 1300 – 1599\, top U1300\, top 3 schools    Under 18 top 8 individuals\, Top 1500 – 1799\, top U1500\, top 3 schools \n\n\n\nSIDE EVENTS:    Bughouse Tournament – April 12 11 AM. EF $50 per team by 4/1\, $60 after 4/1 or on site    Blitz Tournament – April 12 7 pm\, G5\,d0. EF $40 per team by 4/1\, $50 after 4/1 or on site
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/kasparov-all-girls-national-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240223T060642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T030420Z
UID:9206-1713103200-1713114000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:GM’s 4th Brookline Blitz Championship (CANCELED) DATE MOVED DUE TO CONFLICT W/ OTHER MASS. EVENTS
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, APRIL 14\, 2024 \n\n\n\nThis is an Ocean State Chess & Brookline Chess collaboration Event \n\n\n\nNEXT EVENT is SATURDAY\, MAY 4
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/gms-4th-brookline-blitz-championship/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240214T034325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T111930Z
UID:9060-1713002400-1713020400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 2nd Worcester State University FREE Tournament (Worcester\, MA)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, APRIL 13 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsored & Directed by the Worcester State University Chess Club with help from the Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOVER 80+ PLAYERS HAVE REGISTERED – LIST AT BOTTOM OF PAGE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHIS IS A FREE EVENT\, for those who pre-register no later than Friday\, April 12\, 2024(optional cash donation for Worcester Chess Club of any amount accepted at door). Check-in 20 minutes before tournament is requiredAll Proceeds will help the Worcester State University Chess Club \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:Worcester State University\, Student Center 486 Chandler StreetWorcester\, MA 01602 \n\n\n\n*** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE *** \n\n\n\nFormat: All Sections – 4SS – G/25;d5 = 4 Rounds\, 25 Minutes each with 5 second delay \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES: All Sections Require USCF membership except for unrated sectionOPEN SECTION * 1st Place Trophy & $50 Amazon Gift Card* 2nd Place Trophy & $40 Amazon Gift Card* 3rd Place Trophy & $25 Amazon Gift CardU1600 SECTION * 1st Place Trophy\, $50 Amazon Gift Card* 2nd Place Trophy\, $40 Amazon Gift Card* 3rd Place Trophy\, $25 Amazon Gift CardU1000 SECTION * 1st Place Trophy\, $50 Amazon Gift Card* 2nd Place Trophy\, $40 Amazon Gift Card* 3rd Place Trophy\, $25 Amazon Gift CardUNRATED SECTION 1st\, 2nd\, & 3rd Place will receive Medals \n\n\n\nFREE REGISTRATION:FREE ENTRY = if you pre-register by Friday\, April 12\, 2024 @ 11:59 PM* Optional Cash Donation of any amount accepted at door – All Proceeds help Worcester State University Chess Club“DAY of EVENT” Registration = $20 Cash at door  \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* You must check-in 20 minutes before tournament or receive a 1/2 pt. bye\, Tournament will not be delayed* This is a FREE Chess Tournament\, optional cash donation. Must Pre-register. * Please cancel if you cannot attend – email:  jpopple@worcester.edu ; frank@oceanstatechess.com* On-Site Entry the Day of Event is $20 (cash only)\, Entries after 9:40 AM receive a 1/2 pt. bye* Event will be held in rooms located in the Student Center* Plenty of parking – Park anywhere marked “COMMUTER” on campus. * Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM\, runs continuously except for break for lunch* Chess sets & some clocks provided\, please bring a clock if you have one* Byes must be requested in advance. * Players can always play “up” in a higher section. * Sections may be combined if needed\, prizes still awarded from each section* Unrated Section does not require USCF Membership\, required in all other sections* Any Questions: Text (508) 523-4102\, (401) 212-1335 \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in ALL rated sections. Join U.S. Chess Federation (membership) online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION HERE:  Online Registration for this event is closed. Please register on-site no later than 9:40 AM \n\n\n\nLIST OF PARTICPANTS AT BOTTON OF PAGE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRE-REGISTRATION LIST OF PLAYERS (BELOW) \n\n\n\nLuke Lucien Larochelle     U1000Phu Vo                                   OPENNM Rob King                       OPENZachary Stomski                  U1600Isaak Olson                           U1000Nikolai Didkovski               UNRATEDFahr Kamal                        U1000Nidal Touaiher                  UNRATEDBrian Dai                            U1600Dustin Hopkins                 U1600Eilam Kuo                            U1000Tegan Kuo                           U1000Wayne E. Powers              OPENEthan Xing Jie Woo        U1000Sheridan David Williams     U1000Krithi Haasini Kothandapani   U1000Cameron Nelson             U1000Prakhar Patel                  U1000Paul LeBlanc                  U1000Jacob Hollis                    UNRATEDAmogh Hiremath         U1600alp eren celebi               OPENPhilip Heney                  UNRATEDPhilip Park                     U1000Aaron Sucov                  U1600Jesus Garcia`               U1600Anand Nair                     OPENVenkata Jajula              UNRATEDTodd Jaarsma                 OPENLars Nicewicz                  U1600Akshay Jajula                  U1600Hua Qi Zhang                 U1600Aaryash Palaparthi        UNRATEDMeiQiang Huang           OPENBob Anderson                U1600Cam Carbonneau         UNRATEDMichael Liberty              UNRATEDVivaan Shah                   U1000Hayley Collamore         UNRATEDEilam Kuo                       U1000Tegan Kuo                    UNRATEDAashritha Palaparthi       UNRATEDWyatt Binnard               U1600Devansh                           U1600Michael manisy             OPENZhiyang Tan                    UNRATEDKaelin Panneton            UNRATEDSebastian Johns            U1600Akosua Boateng           U1000Mahith Jajula              UNRATEDCamden Wagner      OPENEmmanuel Parker      U1000Matthew Garcia        OPEN\n\n\n\nReyansh VigneshDaniel MillerNandhan PrabuDuncan SoifferDevansh PeddiSai Naga Harshith ThotaLeon WanSamuel ParkDaniel ParkSamuel F BrandzenAndrew CameronJoseph Garcia
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/1st-worcester-state-university-open/
LOCATION:Worcester State University\, 486 Chandler Street\, Worcester\, Massachusetts\, 01602\, United States
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Speed Chess Championships - QUICK (G/10)\, BLITZ (G/3)\, & BULLET (G/1) Championships (Willimantic\, CT - Near R.I. Border) $4\,000 PRIZES
DESCRIPTION:GUARANTEED $4\,000 PRIZES and Other Awards \n\n\n\nSAT. APRIL 6\, 2024  QUICK (G/10) Championships\, BLITZ (G/3) Championships\, & BULLET (G/1) Championships \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Eastern Connecticut State University               83 Windham Street               Student Center\, Betty Tipton Room               Willimantic\, CT 06226* Very close to Rhode Island Border !!! \n\n\n\nQuick: 5 Rounds SS G/10 d3 – Rd 1 starts at 10:00 AM (US Chess rated) \n\n\n\nBlitz: 5 double Rounds SS G/3 d2 – Rd 1 starts at 1:30 PM (US Chess rated) \n\n\n\nBullet: 5 double Rounds SS G/1 d2 – Rd 1 starts at 4:30 PM (not rated) \n\n\n\nAll subsequent rounds ASAP \n\n\n\nSEE EVENTS on CSCA WEBSITE:  https://www.chessct.org/csca/cscaevents.php \n\n\n\nPrizes: Quick: $300-250-200-150-100; Blitz: $300-250-200-150-100; Bullet: $300-250-200-150-100; Overall Speed Bonuses: $300 to Overall Speed Champion; $100 to Overall Top Expert\, Class A\, B\, C\, D\, E and U1000 players. Champion Plaques: Top Connecticut Quick\, Blitz\, Bullet\, Overall Speed\, Senior\, Women’s\, Collegiate\, High\, Middle and Elementary School players [see Note 1]. Overall score tabulated by combined points with Quick games worth 2 points each. Event tie breaks will be combined for plaque awards. Cash prizes via PayPal. PayPal fees may apply. [For tax compliance\, see Note 2 below.] \n\n\n\nPrizes based on final placement on USCF tie breaks\, NOT USCF distribution rules. Overall placement based on combined placement in all three events. Non-participating players in any event will be considered tied for last place. Cash prizes distributed via check by mail (PayPal distribution may be requested subject to PayPal fees)\, also see Note [4] tax requirements below.  \n\n\n\nDiscounts: General DISCOUNTS: Financial hardship\, Title I students\, Parents registering siblings or Seniors 65+ should email events.CSCA@gmail.com to request additional registration instructions. SEE BELOW \n\n\n\nOut-of-state: Out-of-state players (see Note [1] below) are welcome and prize eligible\, except State titles. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: Out-of-State: Saturday\, April 6\, 2024; Quick Round 1 at 10 AM\, then ASAP. Online registration thru 8 PM on April 5; NO on-site registration. Eastern Connecticut State University\, Student Center Betty R. Tipton Room\, 83 Windham Street\, Willimantic\, CT 06226  \n\n\n\nQuick: 5 Rounds SS\, G/10 +3. USCF Rated. Round 1 @ 10 AM\, then ASAP Blitz: 5 double Rounds SS\, G/3 +2. USCF Rated. Round 1 @ 1:30 PM\, then ASAP Bullet: 5 double Rounds SS\, G/1 +2. USCF does not rate Bullet games. ASAP. One section. ½ point byes not permitted\, but players may select to skip any event. Regular ratings used for pairings and prizes. In effort to avoid identical pairing from event to event\, the Tournament Director may make reasonable adjustments to computer generated pairings in the Blitz and Bullet Championships.  \n\n\n\nRegister online by 8 PM on April 5; NO on site/same day registration is permitted. All three events: $90 by Apr 1; $110 by Apr 3 and $130 by Apr 5; Two events: $70 by Apr 1; $90 by Apr 3; $110 by Apr 5; One event: $40 by Apr 1; $50 by Apr 3; $60 by Apr 5. Out-of-state players welcome and prize eligible\, except CT Champion plaques.Title players: FREE entry for GMs and IMs through April 1\, then deducted from prize. NMs-FMs take 20% off any entry level. \n\n\n\nCredits/Discounts: Need-based: Cases of financial hardship\, please email CSCA. Senior 65+: Email CSCA before entry for 15% Senior Citizen discount. Siblings: Email CSCA before entry for 10% Sibling discount. Premium and Member Organization Members: CSCA Premium and Member Organizations Members apply 25% discount. Discount code provided. Title players: FREE entry for GMs and IMs through April 1\, then deducted from prize. NMs-FMs take 20% off any entry level. Email CSCA before entry for promo code. Notes: [1] Connecticut player. For the purpose of these Championships\, a “Connecticut player” is (a) any player whose state is designated Connecticut (“CT”) with U.S. Chess\, or (b) any player whose state is not designated “CT” with U.S. Chess\, but who (i) resides\, (ii) works or (ii) attends school in the state of Connecticut. Event entrants pursuant to section (b) will provide proof of eligibility. High School is Grades 9-12. Middle School is Grades 6-8. Elementary School is Grades K-5. [2] Tax Compliance. Players exceeding $600 in CSCA prizes for 2024 shall provide W-9 form. [3] Contact. All questions/inquiries to events.CSCA@gmail.com. [4] Refunds/Cancellation Policy: To withdraw registration or request a refund\, email your request to events.CSCA@gmail.com no later than Apr 3 at 11:59 PM. Refund requests not received by email or received after the above deadline\, will not be honored. Refunds are subject to $15 administrative fee. [5] Unauthorized solicitation is prohibited. This is a nonprofit event for the Connecticut chess community\, and the CSCA event Promotion Policy at CSCA Tournaments & Events is in effect. Please contact CSCA at events.CSCA@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFLYER: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/Speed.24.fly.pdf?env=uscf&datetime=1711386635&scrlybrkr=864c875e
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/connecticut-speed-chess-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T235959
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SUMMARY:USCF Event: 2024 National High School (K-12) Championships (Baltimore\, MD) - April 5-7\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:2024 National High School (K-12) ChampionshipApril 5 – 7\, 2024 · Baltimore MD   (Bughouse & Blitz April 4) \n\n\n\nPlaying site: · Baltimore Convention Center · 1 West Pratt Avenue · Baltimore MD 21201Host hotel: · Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor · 401 West Pratt Avenue · Baltimore MD 21201 · connected to Baltimore Convention CenterClick here to book a room at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor!Book by March 12 or rate may increase!Support US Chess and Ensure Future Events by staying at the host hotel!WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.uschess.org/tournaments/2024/hs/\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nROOM RESERVATION POLICY\n\n\n\nAll reservations must be secured with a valid credit card provided by the reserving party\, along with a first night’s deposit\, refundable up to 3 days in advance of arrival. All credit cards used to prepay the room deposit may be charged immediately. Once the contracted block of rooms is sold out\, additional rooms may be made available at the hotel’s sole discretion. The hotel has sole discretion over the rate of any rooms added to the contracted block. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPAIRINGS AND STANDINGS POSTED ONLINE!\n\n\n\nFor the 2024 National High School\, board-order pairings and normal wallcharts will not be printed. We will post alphabetical pairings and standings with color history. \n\n\n\nTo see the current pairings and standings\, click “Results & Pairings” in the upper left hand corner\, then select the tournament and section you’re interested in. (There will be no data here before 11am local time\, Friday\, April 5.) \n\n\n\nThere will be QR codes that link to the pairings and standings posted all around the playing site. Copies of the QR codes are also available at Chess Control. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to our national scholastic events mailing list!\n\n\n\nUS Chess now provides a way for coaches\, faculty advisors\, and other interested parties to receive our pre-tournament emails for national events. Just use this form to subscribe! \n\n\n\nYou can select the event(s) you wish to receive emails about. If you wish to unsubscribe from these lists at any point\, you do so by just clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of the email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAwards are provided by Trophies Plus\, sponsor of the All-American Team. Trophies Plus will ship awards for you at the conclusion of the event. Just click on their icon for details! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFollow US Chess on Instagram and Twitter!Use the hashtag #HSChessChamps for your posts and tweets!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ve put together a guide for those who are “New To Nationals!”Click here for a primer on what to expect before you arrive!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUS Chess COVID Policy\n\n\n\nUS Chess is not requiring masks\, COVID-19 vaccinations\, or negative COVID-19 tests for any attendees at this event. \n\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to take available precautions\, including (but not limited to) bringing masks and hand sanitizer. However\, the decision has been reached to return to pre-COVID conditions at the event. \n\n\n\nUS Chess will still sanitize all boards after each game. Attendees who wish to wear masks should bring their own. \n\n\n\nUS Chess reserves the right to alter this policy as needed\, dependent upon the most recent regulatory or guidance updates from federal\, state\, and local health authorities. Please continue to check this space for any changes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRating Review Report\n\n\n\nThe Tournament Review Group (defined in the Scholastic Regulations) reviews every entry to this tournament\, and makes decisions about whether to assign a rating based on alternate rating data found for a player. Players on the report have been assigned ratings that are different from their US Chess regular rating in the March 2024 rating supplement. Any player who has been resectioned as a result of an assigned rating has been notified by email from US Chess. The most current version of the report is published here for transparency. Contact the Director of Events with any questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTOWN HALL FOR PARENT/PLAYER INFORMATION!\n\n\n\nTown hall information will be posted in this space when ready. –> \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7 Round Swiss in 6 SectionsK-12 ChampionshipK-12 Under 1900K-12 Under 1600K-12 Under 1200K-12 Under 800K-12 UnratedMarch rating supplement will be used. Players must disclose other Over-the-Board (OTB) ratings with entry. Players with other OTB ratings may be moved to a different section at the discretion of US Chess. \n\n\n\nTeam score is total of top four finishers from each school per section.A team must have at least two players but no maximum number of players. The top four scores in any section will count for the team score. All players on a team must come from the same school. \n\n\n\nNational ChampionshipFirst place individual and team in the K-12 Championship section\, including ties\, will be the National High School Champion. \n\n\n\nTime Control: Game/90 d10Each player has 90 minutes to complete the game with a 10 second grace period each move. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a US Chess National Scholastic Championship tournament. You must meet US Chess eligibility requirements to play. Contact US Chess to resolve potential eligibility questions BEFORE entering or making travel arrangements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntry Fee:   $80 postmarked or online by February 26\, $100 postmarked or online by March 11\, $130 online by March 25\, $180 thereafter online. \n\n\n\n\nONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES 11AM EASTERN APRIL 4! NO EXCEPTIONS!\n\n\n\nNO ON-SITE REGISTRATION! NO EXCEPTIONS!\n\n\n\nONLINE REGISTRATION STRONGLY PREFERRED!\n\n\n\nDO NOT MAIL ANY REGISTRATIONS AFTER MARCH 11!\n\n\n\n$30 change fee for roster or section changes after March 11 or any on site changes.\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS: \n\n\n\n\nPlayers registering after 11 a.m. Friday will not be paired for round 1\, will receive a 1/2 point bye for round 1\, and will begin play with round 2.\n\n\n\nUp to two 1/2 point byes available any round if requested before round 1.\n\n\n\nA half-point bye in round 1 must be requested at the time of registration\, or on-site before 11 AM Friday.\n\n\n\nA half-point bye request for rounds 2-7 not requested in advance must be requested two hours before the scheduled start of round 2.\n\n\n\nPlayers requesting a section change late (after 11 AM Friday) will not be paired for round 1\, will receive a half-point bye\, and will begin play with round 2.\n\n\n\nCurrent US Chess Scholastic Regulations are linked here\n\n\n\nHilton Baltimore Inner Harbor: $36/day self-parking. No valet parking available.\n\n\n\nClick here for Baltimore Convention Center parking information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation for Accommodation Requests: Consistent with the Guidelines for Accessible Chess Events\, requests for reasonable accommodations during the event should be made 2-3 weeks in advance of the event. Requests for accommodations made on site will be handled to the best of our ability. \n\n\n\nTournament Information Contact: nationalevents@uschess.org. \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\n\nOpening ceremony Friday 12:45 p.m.\n\n\n\nRound start times: Friday 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.\, Saturday 9 a.m.\, 1:30 p.m.\, and 6 p.m.\, Sunday 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nAwards Ceremony: Sunday 6 p.m. (approximately)Award list is final as of 12/25/2023.All individual awards\, including Blitz and Bughouse\, will be custom medals. All team awards will be trophies.Awards:IndividualTeamK-12 ChampionshipTop 35 [plus ties for 35th place]Top 20K-12 Under 1900Top 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 10K-12 Under 1600Top 30 [plus ties for 30th place]Top 20K-12 Under 1200Top 35 [plus ties for 35th place]Top 25K-12 Under 800Top 35 [plus ties for 35th place]Top 25K-12 UnratedTop 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 5Top five teams in each section receive 5 plaques per place (4 players and the coach).NOTE: Unrated teams receive a trophy only – no individual plaques. This is per the Scholastic Regulations.Class awards to the top three in the following classes:K-12 Championship1900-1999; 1800-1899; 1700-1799;1600-1699; 1500-1599; 1400-1499;Under 1400; UnratedParents\, coaches and players: check out our Tournament Safety Tips!National High School Blitz Championship (G/5;d0)Thursday 5 p.m.\, entry fee $40 by 3/11\, $60 after or on site.Online registration closes at 2 p.m.Onsite registration closes at 4 p.m.Awards to Top 25 Individuals\, Top 15 Teams and Top 3 in each Class    1900-1999; 1800-1899; 1700-1799; 1600-1699;    1500-1599; 1400-1499; Under 1400; Unrated.Blitz RulesNational High School Bughouse Championship (G/5;d0):Thursday 11 a.m.\, $30 per 2-player team on site only. Registration 9-10 a.m. One section K-12.Awards (2 each) to top 5 teams.Bughouse RulesFriends and Family Tournament (G/30;d5):4SS\, G/30. Saturday 10:30 a.m.\, 12:30 p.m.\, 2:30 p.m.\, 4:30 p.m.\, $40 onsite registration only. Anyone registering after 10 a.m. will take a half point bye in round 1. Rated and Unrated sections. Trophies for each category of combined player/student results.Notes and Reminders:Important: Electronic Device Policy for National Scholastic Events.Please bring clocks. Sets and score sheets provided. Players are responsible for bringing and setting their own clocks\, and explaining their operation when asked.US Chess membership through April 2024 is required.March 2024 rating supplement will be used in compliance with the Scholastic Regulations.Unrated players may play in the Championship Section or Unrated Section only!!!Players must disclose other Over-the-Board (OTB) ratings with entry.For a printable entry form\, click hereMail-in entries must be postmarked by March 11th.Entries and General Information Contact:nationalevents@uschess.orgU.S. Chess Federation\, Attn.: 2024 HS Championship\, P.O. Box 775308\, St. Louis MO 63177.Team room information will be posted in this space when ready.How to Use the Room Reservation System – PowerPoint file – PDF fileInstructional Video on Using the Room Reservation SystemTeam Room Information Contact: Pete Karagianis at pete.karagianis@uschess.org
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/uscf-2024-national-high-school-k-12-championship/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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SUMMARY:CCA Event: 16th Annual Foxwoods Chess Tournament - $60\,000 Guaranteed Prizes (Mashantucket CT)
DESCRIPTION:MARCH 27 – March 31\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n16th annualOPEN at FOXWOODSOpen Section: March 27-31\, 2024Other sections: March 28-31 or 29-31\, 2024$60\,000 guaranteed prizes!MARCH 27-31\, 28-31 OR 29-31\, CONNECTICUT  \n\n\n\nUS Chess Grand Prix points: 200 (ENHANCED) \n\n\n\nOpen at Foxwoods \n\n\n\n     Open Section\, Mar 27-31:  9SS\, 40/80\, SD/30\, d30.  GM & IM norms possible\, FIDE rated. FIDE now requires at least one Swiss System (at least 40 players) norm to obtain a title.    Other Sections\, Mar 28-31 or 29-31: 7SS\, 40/80\, SD/30\, d30 (3-day option\, rds 1-2 G/60\, d10). U2200 & U2000 40/80 games are FIDE rated. \n\n\n\nAt Foxwoods Resort Casino & Hotel\, Rt 2\, Mashantucket CT 06339 (I-95 to Exit 92 to Rt 2 west\, or I-395 to Exit 85 to Rt 164 to Rt 2 east).  Free parking. 45 miles from T.F. Green Airport (Providence\, RI)\, 100 miles from Logan Airport (Boston)\, 60 miles from Bradley Airport (Hartford)\, 14 miles from Groton/New London Airport; for shuttle from New London Amtrak station call 1-800-USA-RAIL. Bus transportation: 1-888-BUS2FOX. Free shuttle to Mashantucket Pequot Museum\, largest Native American museum in USA. \n\n\n\nFOXWOODS was voted the #1 casino in the country outside of Las Vegas by the readers of USA Today. 4500 slot machines\, 300 table games\, largest poker room on the east coast\, separate nonsmoking casino\, 35 restaurants\, entertainment. \n\n\n\nAIR TRAVEL INFORMATION$60\,000 GUARANTEED PRIZES: \n\n\n\nOpen Section: $5000-3000-2000-1000-800-600-500-400\, clear winner or 1st on tiebreak winner $200 bonus. FIDE 2250-2399 $2000-1000\, FIDE Under 2250/Unr $2000-1000. Under 2200/Unr: $3000-1500-1000-700-500-400-300-300.Under 2000/Unr: $3000-1500-1000-700-500-400-300-300. Under 1800/Unr: $3000-1500-1000-700-500-400-300-300.Under 1600/Unr: $2000-1000-800-600-500-400-300-300.Under 1400/Unr: $2000-1000-800-600-500-400-300-300.Under 1100/Unr: $1000-700-500-400-300-300-200-200.   \n\n\n\nMixed doubles: male/female combined 2-player team scores among all sections: $1000-600-400.  Must average under 2200; may play in different sections; register (no extra fee) before both begin round 2.  Rounds 8-9 in Open not counted towards doubles.  Teams including an unr limited to $400 prize. \n\n\n\nPrize limits: 1) Players with under 26 lifetime games rated as of March 2024 official limited to $600 in U1100\, $1000 U1400\, $1400 U1600 or $1800 U1800. Games rated too late for March 2024 list not counted.  2)  Unrated limits:  U1100 $200\, U1400 $400\, U1600 $600\, U1800 $800.  3)  If any post-event Regular OTB or Regular Online rating posted 3/25/23-3/25/24 was more than 40 points over section maximum\, prize limit $500.  4)  Balance of limited prize goes to the next player(s) in line.  \n\n\n\nEntry fee: $228 online at chessaction.com by 3/25\, $250 later or at site. \n\n\n\nOpen Section: Entry fee $500 more to US players not FIDE rated 2000/over. GMs\, foreign IMs/WGMs in Open: free (must re-confirm participation by 3/26). US IMs/WGMs & FIDE rated foreign players $100 less. Players with federation “FID” are not foreign players. \n\n\n\nOpen minimum prize guarantees to players who enter online by 3/13 and play all 9 games with no byes: Foreign GM $1000\, foreign IM/WGM $500. Players with federation “FID” are not foreign players. \n\n\n\nUnder 1100 Section entry fee: All $80 less.Seniors 65/over in U1400 or above: All $80 less.CSCA members: Online EF $4 less.Re-entry $100; no re-entry from Open Section to Open Section. \n\n\n\nNo Checks; credit cards OK. \n\n\n\nSpecial 1 year USCF dues with magazine if paid online with entry: Adult $43\, Young Adult $26\, Youth  $19.   \n\n\n\n5-day schedule (Open only): Registration ends Wed 6 pm\, rds. Wed. 7 pm\, Thu 1 pm & 7 pm\, Fri 11 am & 5 pm\, Sat 10 am & 4 pm\, Sun 10 am & 3:30 pm. \n\n\n\n4-day schedule: (no Open) Reg. ends Thu 6 pm\, rds Thu 7 pm\, Fri 11 am & 5 pm\, Sat 10 am & 4 pm\, Sun 10 am & 3:30 pm. \n\n\n\n3-day schedule: (no Open) Reg. ends Fri 10 am\, rds. Fri 11 am\, 2 pm & 5 pm\, Sat 10 am & 4 pm\, Sun 10 am & 3:30 pm. \n\n\n\nU2200 to U1100 schedules merge & compete for same prizes. \n\n\n\nByes: all; limit 3 (limit 2 last 4 rds) must commit before rd 3.  \n\n\n\nPrizes not claimed at tournament usually paid by PayPal (may take over a week). \n\n\n\nForeign player ratings             Prizewinner tax info             CCA electronic devices rules \n\n\n\nPLAYERS MAY NOT POSSESS CELLPHONES DURING PLAY. Please leave your phone home\, or in your hotel room or car\, or in a bag at your table.  \n\n\n\nFor all tournaments\, adjusted FIDE or foreign ratings\, if higher than USCF\, may be used. Players must disclose FIDE or foreign ratings when entering\, or may later be expelled. Other over the board ratings such as club\, league\, scholastic\, state or province\, etc\, adjusted if appropriate\, may be used at our discretion if above USCF.  No rating below the latest official USCF rating\, on the list corresponding to the ending date of the tournament\, will be used. For 9 round events offering title norm possibilities\, FIDE ratings are used. Click here for further details. \n\n\n\nRatings: March FIDE used in Open\, March USCF official in others. Cannot play below Online Regular rating minus 100 points.  Foreign player ratings:  see www.foreignratings.com \n\n\n\nBring set\, board\, clock if possible- none supplied. \n\n\n\nHOTEL RATES: \n\n\n\nGrand Pequot Tower (2-3 minute walk\, very luxurious):  Fri & Sat $217\, other days $161.  Fox Tower (7-9 minute walk\, connected building);  Fri & Sat $187\, others $131.  Great Cedar Hotel (5-7 minute walk\, connected building)\, Fri & Sat $157\, others $111.  For all\, $4.95 resort fee\, includes high speed wired internet\, fitness center\, pool\, spa\, in room coffee\, etc.  Use link posted below\, and at chessevents.us\, or call 1-800- FOXWOOD\, reserve by 3/12 or rate may increase. \n\n\n\nHOTEL RESERVATIONS \n\n\n\nTHESE ARE GREATLY REDUCED CHESS RATES! These rates are likely to be much higher after March 12\, and could sell out a week or two before March 12.  \n\n\n\nCar rental: Avis\, 800-331-1600\, use AWD #D657633\, or reserve car online through chesstour.com. \n\n\n\nEntry: chessaction.com. No mailed entries. Questions: Director@chess.us or chesstour.com\, Invitation requests: Go@Chess.US  Entries posted at chessaction.com (click “entry list” after entering). $15 charge for refunds. \n\n\n\nSIDE EVENT: \n\n\n\nBlitz at Foxwoods\, Mar 30:  Sat 9:30 pm\, register by 8:45 pm.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/16th-annual-foxwoods/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240224T053750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T161213Z
UID:9154-1711188000-1711213200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA Bryant University Chess Championship Tournament (Smithfield\, RI) - $1\,100 Prizes plus Trophies
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MARCH 23\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChess Tournament will be held in the Academic Innovation Center \, Room 130/131 (see above) at Bryant University \n\n\n\nLocation:Bryant University (New) AIC BuildingAcademic Innovation Center1150 Douglas PikeSmithfield\, RI 02917 \n\n\n\n*** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE *** \n\n\n\nFormat: OPEN / U1600 Sections – 4SS – G/45;d5 = 4 Rounds\, 45 Minutes each with 5 second delayU1200 / U800 Sections – 4SS – G/30;d5 = 4 Rounds\, 30 Minutes each with 5 second delaySECTIONS & PRIZES: $1\,100 & plus Trophies\, b/40 paid entries  OPEN SECTION * 1st – $250 & Championship Trophy * 2nd – $150 & Trophy* 3rd – $100 & Trophy* Top U1800 Class TrophyU1600 SECTION * 1st – $175 & Championship Trophy* 2nd – $100 & Trophy* 3rd – $75 & Trophy* Top U1400 – Class TrophyU1200 SECTION * 1st – $100 & Championship Trophy* 2nd Place Trophy * 3rd Place Trophy* Top U1000 – Class Trophy U800 SECTION * 1st – $100 & Place Championship Trophy* 2nd Place Trophy* 3rd Place Trophy* Top U600 – Class Trophy \n\n\n\n\nBiggest Upset of Tournament $50 – Class Prize\n\n\n\n\nENTRY FEE REGISTRATION:Open – $45 advance entryU1600 –  $45 advance entryU1200 – $35 advance entryU800  –  $35 advance entryFREE ENTRY FEE * GM’s\, IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s* Bryant University students\, faculty\, staff * Rated Sections must have USCF membership.  \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS AVAILABLE * 1st -Time Tournament Players with no USCF membership (Not Renewals) – See Tickets Below       AGE 3-18 = $35 Entry get FREE “YOUTH” $20 USCF Membership included       AGE 19-23 = $45 Entry get FREE “YOUNG ADULT” $27 USCF Membership included* Siblings (2 or more) from the same family – Email Organizer \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* Tournament in ROOMS 130 / 131 in the new $31.5 Million “AIC” Building = Academic Innovation Center (see photo above)* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM\, runs continuously except for break for lunch* Late Entries prior to 30 minutes before tournament receive a 1/2 bye\, Tournament will not be delayed* On-Site or Late Entry Fee the Day of Event is $10 extra* Entry deducted from cash prizes for players with Free entry* Chess sets & some clocks provided\, please bring a clock if you have one* Byes must be requested in advance. * Players can always play “up” in a higher section. * The Ocean State Chess Association is a registered non-profit organization  All profits are used to promote chess in the state of Rhode Island \n\n\n\n*** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE ***
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-bryant-university-tournament/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240213T040921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T150512Z
UID:9039-1710597600-1710608400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA GM's 3rd Brookline Blitz Championship - $1\,000 Prizes (Brookline\, MA) - 3 GM's Confirmed
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MARCH 16\, 2024      \n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 – 5:00 PM \n\n\n\n*** At Least 3 GM’s (Grandmasters have confirmed they will attend) *** \n\n\n\n    This is an Ocean State Chess & Brookline Chess collaboration Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:St. Mary’s of the Assumption School (Brookline)67 Harvard StreetBrookline\, MA 02445 \n\n\n\nFormat: 14SS\, G3; +2 = 7 Double Rounds\, 3 Minutes with 2 second incrementRound 1 starts around 2:00 PM. Pairing posted 1 hour in Advance\, NO DELAYS due to late entriesRounds continuous afterward. Tournament done by 5:00 PM \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & ENTRY FEES* OVER 1600+ Championship Section – highest level experienced players\, $50 EF      GM’s\, IM’s\, WIM’s Free Entry – please email organizer      Note: Must be Rated 1600+ to play in Championship Section* U1600 Championship Section\, $50 EF* U1200 Section – adults & students\, $40 EF \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPRIZES $1000 b/30 Paid Entries Plus Championship TrophiesCHAMPIONSHIP SECTION 1600+ RATING: Overall Champions = $300 – $150 – $100* Championship Trophies for Overall – 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* Class Prize U1800 (Open Section) = 1st Place Championship TrophyU1600 SECTION: Overall Champions = $200 – $100 – $50U1600 Trophies 1st place\, 2nd place \, 3rd placeU1400 Trophy – 1st Place TrophyU1200 SECTION = Championship Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* Class Prize U800 (U1200 Section) = 1st Place Trophy* BROOKLINE PRIZE = $100\, Player must have 14/14 perfect score in blitz = SPECIAL TROPHY \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* NEW POLICY: ONSITE ENTRY may receive 1/2 BYE\, ROUND 1 PAIRING DONE 30 MINUTES BEFORE EVENT. * Advance Registration online by Friday 3/15/2024. Pre-registration check-in 1:20 – 1:45 PM.* Round 1 for All sections starts at 2:00 PM. Tournament will finish around 4:30-5:00 PM.* Plenty of FREE PARKING available in REAR PARKING LOT of St. Mary’s School. Enter on left side of school.* Tournament ENTRANCE is in BACK of the building. Look for signs.* 5 Minute walk from “Brookline Village” station if you take the MBTA Green Line.* Entry Fee: Advance Entry is $40 & $50. Late Entry Fee is $10 more day of event or on-site.* USCF “Blitz Rating” will be used for both pairings and prizes.* Every Players plays 14 Blitz games. Tournament will run continuously after each round.* 1/2 pt. Byes must be requested in advance. Late entries receive 1/2 pt. bye* Please bring a clock if you have one\, Chess sets are provided* Sponsored & Organized by Brookline Chess & Ocean State Chess Association* USCF Membership required in rated sections – sign up here: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n*** REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF THIS WEBPAGE *** \n\n\n\n_autotone
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/gms-3rd-brookline-blitz-championship/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s of the Assumption School\, 67 Harvard Street\, Brookline\, Massachusetts\, 02445\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240304T034053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T035843Z
UID:9391-1710068400-1710068400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:Eastside Chess: Spring Solstice / Equinox Championship (Hartford\, CT)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 10\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilson Gray YMCA 444 Albany Ave Hartford\, CT. 06106 \n\n\n\nEVENT OVERVIEW\n\n\n\n\n\nSpring Solstice/Equinox Championship(s) Adult / Scholastic. Open / K-12Date: March 10\, 2024 Location: 444 Albany Ave. Wilson Gray YMCA Uppper Level Conf. Rm.Time Control: Open G/45 d5K-12 G/30 – 3 rounds All Sect. USCF RatedScholastics Sections * Elementary Sect. Grade(s) K-5* Middle School Sect. Grades 6-8* High School Sect. Grades 9-12.  Adult Open SectionEntry- Fee: Adult $40 & Scholastics $30Rd. Times: clocks start @11am sharp. Rds 2/3 asap; Lunch 12:30-1pm. Late Registration Fee: $55… \n\n\n\nPlease bring your own equipment. There will be a vendor onsite selling equipment. \n\n\n\nPrizes: Scholastic Trophies Top 3 Winners ea. Section.Adults $300 Guaranteed 1st. $150\, 2nd $100 and 3rd $50 TBD additional prizes based on 35 paid entries. \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\n444 Albany AveHartford\, CT 06106United States \n\n\n\nLINK: https://new.uschess.org/spring-solsticeequinox-championship \n\n\n\nCall  Kevin Zimmerman (860) 436-1033Email: chefkez@aol.com
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/spring-solstice-equinox-championship/
LOCATION:Wilson-Gray YMCA Youth and Family Center of Hartford\, 444 Albany Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, Connecticut\, 06103\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231118T141005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T040520Z
UID:7801-1709458200-1709488800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:MACA Event: 3rd Scholastic Spiegel Cup - Open to Out of State Players (Westford\, MA)
DESCRIPTION:NEW – ALL SECTIONS OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE SCHOLASTIC PLAYERS  \n\n\n\nSUNDAY\, MARCH 3\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer:The Massachusetts Chess Association Scholastics  VISIT ORGANIZER WEBSITEEvent Location:Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886   [ DIRECTIONS ]Hotel Info:Hotel phone number is 978-692-8200Event Date:Sunday\, March 3\, 2024Time Control:4SS. 6-8 and K-5 are G/60\, d5; K-3 and U1200 are G/45\, d5; and U800 and U400 are G/30\, d5.Rounds Time:Round 1 at 9:30 AM; other rounds ASAP.Byes:No 1/2 byes available.Prize Info:Trophies for top 3 in each division; winning MA student in each 6-8\, K-5\, K-3 qualifies for state championship finals. (Ties broken by playoff games among MA students) \, Medals awarded to those scoring at least 3 points who do not win a trophy\, or to any player with the same point score as the third-place trophy winner.Inquiry:info@masschess.org    603-891-2484. Emergencies ONLY on playing date: 603-557-1732. No phone entries.\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION INFORMATION* Out-of-State Players can play  from any state* $30 advance mailed by 2/26/24; online (PayPal): $30 by 3/1/24. $35 at site.$5 discount to players in Reserve sections.            $15 discount to 1st time players (first US Chess-rated tournament) in Reserve section* Registration – Onsite: 8:30 – 9:00 AM. Available till END OF DAY OF 3/1/2024.* Registration – Mail: Payable: MACA. Mail entry to: Robert Messenger\, 4 Hamlett Dr.\, Apt 12\, Nashua NH 03062* Membership Requirement: Current US Chess and MACA Membership required.\n\n\n\nTOURNAMENT RULES AND OTHER INFORMATION* On-site registration cut-off is 9:00 AM sharp. Anybody registering after 9:00 will receive a 0-point bye in Round 1\, and will be paired in Round 2.* There are no 1/2 point byes available.* No smoking\, no computers\, or electronic devices other than US Chess-approved scorekeeping devices; site is wheelchair-accessible* Section eligibility based on 2023-24 school grade. Players in grades K-5 can’t enter the Grades 6-8 section.* Bring your own chess set\, board\, and chess clock (if you have one). Items not provided at tournament. * 0n site there will be a seller of chess equipment Randi\, from whom you can buy chess sets\, chess clock\, chess books\, etc.* All food consumed in the hotel must be purchased from the hotel.* Players must be rated 1000 or above\, official or live\, to play in the 6-8 qualifier section\, 800 or above to play in K-5.* There is no minimum rating to play in the K-3 qualifier section but we recommend that players be rated 600 or above.\n\n\n\nREGISTER on MACA website:  http://www.masschess.org/Events/Event_Details.aspx?Event_ID=8667
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/maca-scholastic-open-qualifier/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Chess Association":MAILTO:info@masschess.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240223T055510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T062940Z
UID:9201-1709380800-1709398800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:CSCA Event: Connecticut Scholastic Team Championships (Manchester\, CT)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MARCH 2\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManchester High School (CT)\, 134 East Middle Turnpike\, Manchester\, CT 06040 \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/K12-team.24.fly.pdf \n\n\n\nEvent Organizer:The Connecticut State Chess Association (CLICK HERE)  VISIT ORGANIZER WEBSITEEvent Location:Manchester High School (CT)\, 134 East Middle Turnpike\, Manchester\, CT 06040   [ DIRECTIONS ]Event Date:Saturday\, March 02\, 2024Time Control:G/25 d5\, 4 roundsRounds Time:Round 1 at 12p\, then ASAPByes:NO 1/2 point byesPrize Info:Trophies to top teams and top 4 players on winning teams. \, See event flyer for complete details.Inquiry:events.CSCA@gmail.com    (860) 593-0225Event Webpage:www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/K12-team.24.fly.pdfSECTIONS INFORMATIONTournament Sections:K-3K-56-89-12________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________TOURNAMENT RULES AND OTHER INFORMATIONTeams of 2 and 3 permitted. Teams based on school or school district.(See flyer for complete team designation rules\, including home school players.)\n\n\n\n\n\n________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/connecticut-scholastic-team-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231123T185104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T082318Z
UID:7845-1708855200-1708880400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: 2nd Annual Providence Bruins Hockey & "Rapid" Chess Tournament (Providence\, RI) - Adult & Scholastic - Pre-Registration REQUIRED
DESCRIPTION:CHESS TOURNAMENT with FREE P-BRUINS HOCKEY GAME & HAT ALL INCLUDED for $30 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSUNDAY\, FEBRUARY 25\, 2024 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease join us for this Annual Fun Family Event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:AMICA MUTUAL PAVILON (Formerly Dunkin Donuts Center)1 La Salle Square (Downtown)\, Providence\, RI 02903  \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/15;d5 – “Rapid” Chess Tournament (15 Min. Games w/ 5 sec. delay) \n\n\n\nChess Tournament: Check-In @ 9:30-9:45 AM. 4 Rounds: 10:00 AM\, 10:45 PM\, 11:30 PM\, 12:15 PM (Finish by 1:00 PM)Lunch Break: 1:00 – 3:00 PM – You can leave Arena during break\, visit Providence for lunchHockey Game: starts at 3:05 – 5:00 PM (Hockey Ticket Included in Price) \n\n\n\nSections & Prizes: * OPEN 1200+ Adult Section (USCF RATED) = $200 b/20 Players –  Prizes: $125 – $75\, Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* U1200 Scholastic K-12 Section (USCF RATED) = Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd\, Medals for players w/ 2.5 pts or higher* Parents / Kids Unrated Section (UNRATED) = Parents Chess Play (Optional) = Medals & Free Tournament Vouchers \n\n\n\n*** YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ****** THERE ARE NO DAY OF EVENT – ON-SITE ENTRIES *** \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION FOR EVENT – CLICK THIS LINKhttps://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Oceanstate60
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-providence-bruins-hockey-rapid-chess/
LOCATION:Amica Mutual Pavilion (Formerly Dunkin Donuts Center)\, 1 LaSalle Square\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02903\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240212T062407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T061046Z
UID:8986-1708732800-1708794000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: 1st St. Andrews Chess Tournament (Barrington\, RI) - for Both Adults & Scholastics
DESCRIPTION:BOTH Adult & Scholastic Chess Event – in the Beautiful New S.t Andrew’s Library \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, FEBRUARY 24\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTIME: 12:00 – 5:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament Location:ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOLHistoric Stone Building63 Federal RoadBarrington\, RI 02806 \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay (All Sections)Round 1 starts at 12:00 PM (Noon).  \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE * \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES\, $300 b/20\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $100 – $75\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1500 = $75 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1000 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* UNRATED = Trophy 1st Place\, Medals 2nd & 3rd place \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 12:00 PM for All Sections. * U1000 & U600 Sections will end by 3:30-4:00. Other sections by 5:00 PM* Players who arrive late after the start of Round 1 will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance.* New Policy: On-site Entries must register 30 minutes before start of tournament or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 2/23/2024 @ 11:59PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* OPEN = EF $35 for OPEN Section. Late Entry (Day of Event) is $5 more * U1500 = EF: $30 for U1500 Section\,  Late Entry (Day of Event) is $5 more * U1000 = EF $25 for U1000 Section.  Late Entry (Day of Event) is $5 more * U600 = EF $25 for U600 Section.  Late Entry (Day of Event) is $5 more * UNRATED = EF $25 for Unrated Section.  Late Entry (Day of Event) is $5 more  \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $25 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $20(Age 3-18) Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U600 & U1000 Sections \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27(Age 19-23). Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U1500 & Open Sections \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* This is an Adult & Scholastic Tournament Event. Anyone can play in a higher section* Plenty of parking. Tournament is in the Library at the “STONE BUILDING.” Look for signs when you enter campus* Tournament finishes around 4:30-5:00 PM. * Bring a clock if you have one. Chess sets provided.* Late Entries day of event will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Email all questions to: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in “Rated” sections. No USCF membership required in “Unrated” sectionsJoin U.S. Chess Federation online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n* Register at bottom of this page* \n\n\n\nSee all the events past & present on our website: https://oceanstatechess.com/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInformation about St. Andrew’s SchoolSt. Andrew’s School was founded in 1893\, and is a nondenominational boarding and day school located on a 100-acre campus in Barrington\, Rhode Island\, serving co-educational grades 6-12 and postgraduate
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/1st-st-andrews-tournament/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231120T055036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T052111Z
UID:7808-1708164000-1708189200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2024 OSCA Gr. K-12 SCHOLASTIC CHAMPIONSHIP (East Greenwich\, RI) - MAJOR EVENT
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, FEBRUARY 17\, 2024 \n\n\n\nMajor 2024 New England Scholastic Championship Event  *** OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS **** BOTH INDIVIDUAL & TEAM PRIZES = Players can register as an Individual without a Team or with Team \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew England Institute of Technology\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island Campus \n\n\n\nLocation:    New England Institute of Technology (NEIT)                  1 New England Tech Blvd. East Greenwich\, R.I. 02818 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/45; d5 – 4 Rounds:  10:00 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 2:00 PM\, 3:30 PM(Lunch Break 12:00-12:30 PM) \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n* REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE ** Players can register as an Individual with a team and/or without a team \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n* IMPORTANT    EVENT WILL START ON TIME AT 10:00 AM – PAIRINGS WILL BE POSTED AT 9:30 AM    DAY OF EVENT ON SATURDAY  ENTRIES MAY RECEIVE 1/2 PT. BYE** Longer Time Control G/45 minutes\, compared to other R.I. scholastic championship events             which are shorter/ quicker time controls like G/25 ** Reasonable Entry fee with beautiful campus venue\, plenty of free parking\, cafeteria with affordable full menu \n\n\n\nSECTIONS = ALL 3 SECTIONS ARE USCF RATED* HIGH SCHOOL SECTION – GRADE 9-12 * MIDDLE SCHOOL SECTION – GRADE 6-8 * ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SECTION – GRADE K-5 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPRIZES / TROPHIES\n\n\n\nIndividual Trophies to Top 3 players in each section. Medals to players with more than 3 pts.\n\n\n\nTeam Trophies will be awarded to the Top 3 Teams in each section\n\n\n\nOUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS are ELIGIBLE for ALL Individual & Team Awards\n\n\n\nTeams must have players from same schoolEntry Fee: $25.00 – $45.00 – Please Register in advance online           “SIBLINGS” DISCOUNT = (Only $25) Discount -$10 off each family member’s entry fee (2 or more)            “TEAM” DISCOUNT = Only $25 EF = Reduced by $10 off each player for “Teams” with 4 or more players             “1st TOURNAMENT” DISCOUNT = If this is your 1st tournament\, WE WILL PAY FOR YOUR U.S.C.F. “YOUTH” Membership           (worth $20) is INCLUDED FREE with $35 Entry Fee (This is for students with NO USCF Membership\, Not renewals)  $30 (EARLY-BIRD Discount) Pre-registration in advance on our website (PayPal) by FRIDAY\, FEBRUARY 9th @ 11:59 PM$35 if pre-registered before event on our website by FRIDAY\, FEB. 16 (EXTENDED) by 9:30 PM$45 if you register on SATURDAY\, FEB. 17 On-Site Entry or the DAY OF EVENT is $10 more. and LATE ENTRY PLAYERS on SATURDAY (DAY of EVENT) MAY RECEIVE 1/2 POINT BYE for ROUND 1Round 1 will start ON-TIME at 10:00 AM – TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE DELAYED    \n\n\n\n\n\nOTHER INFORMATION:\n\n\n\nLonger Game G/45 Championship – Not G/25 Fast Time Control Championship Event\n\n\n\nThis is Both a Scholastic MULTI-STATE Individual Championship & Team Championship. OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS FROM RI\, MA\, CT\, & EVERY STATE\n\n\n\nTournament will Start ON-TIME at 10:00 AM – Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye\n\n\n\nTeam Competition: Each school’s team score is calculated by adding points from the top 4 players on that team. Must have minimum of 3 players for a team. Maximum limit is 7 per team. Teams with 8-10+ players or more should register two teams\, each with 4-5 players on each team as “A” & “B” Teams to avoid pairing issues.\n\n\n\nPlayers must be from the same school: Teams can have three or more players. Students must play in grade section. Please list your school on entry form. \n\n\n\nYou can still register and play as an individual with no team\n\n\n\nPlayers will enjoy this beautiful college venue with multiple skittles rooms provided. Plenty or parking. College cafeteria will be open for lunch with affordable variety of food/drinks\n\n\n\nENTRY FEE DISCOUNT: Schools with 4 OR MORE PLAYERS or SIBLINGS are Eligible for a minus -$5 per person “ENTRY FEE DISCOUNT.” \n\n\n\nQuestions: Email organizer: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\nChess Sets/Clocks will be provided\, However\, please bring a clock if you have one\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMain Tournament Playing Room at the New England Institute of Technology \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE *
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2024-osca-scholastic-championship/
LOCATION:New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island\, 02818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240117T062318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T193810Z
UID:8622-1706954400-1706970600@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: La Salle Academy 40-Year Anniversary Scholastic Tournament (Providence\, RI) - Special Event
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, FEBRUARY 3\, 2024 \n\n\n\nFREE PIZZA AT THIS TOURNAMENT EVENT  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa Salle Academy an Institution of Academic Excellence \n\n\n\nTournament Location: La Salle Academy612 Academy AveProvidence\, RI 02908 \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds\, 30 minutes each\, plus 5 second delayRound 1 starts around 10:00 AM. Finish 2:30-3:00 PM.  5 SCHOLASTIC SECTIONS & PRIZES – Must be Grades K-12* OPEN Section = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1200 Section = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U900 Section = Trophies for 1st \, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 Section = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* Unrated Section = Trophies 1st Place\, 2nd & 3rd Place Medals* Medals will be given to players for ties or with 2.5 pts or higher who don’t receive a trophy. \n\n\n\nEF: Only $25 in advance for all advance entries. On-site Late Entry the day of event is $5 more\, $30 day of event. Late Registrations after 9:40 AM receive 1/2 pt. bye Round 1. Tournament starts promptly at 10:00 AMRated Sections must have USCF membership. OSCA Discounts for USCF membership below. \n\n\n\nFREE USCF MEMBERSHIP FOR 1st -TIME UNRATED TOURNAMENT PLAYERS1st-Time New players (Unrated without USCF membership\, Not Renewals) will receive aFREE $20 U.S.C.F. “Youth” Membership INCLUDED with Discount $25 registration. Tournament is Included!Must be done in advance. This is for players with no current USCF membership – Not USCF Renewals. \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* OSCA President\, Frank DelBonis is a LaSalle Graduate “Class of 1983”   played on the La Salle Chess Team – This is a 40-year Anniversary Tournament* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM\, most sections will finish around 2:00 – 3:00 PM* FREE PIZZA – There will be a lunch break after round 2/3* Chess sets & clocks will be provided\, however bring a chess clock if you have one* Byes must be requested in advance. Late entries paired if possible of get 1/2 point bye.* Organizer can combine sections if needed\, but same prizes will be awarded* Players can always play “up” in a higher section.* Chief TD: Frank DelBonis\, Certified USCF Associate National Tournament Director & TD Assistants* All profits after prizes paid are used to help local chess clubs and schools in R.I. \n\n\n\n* REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF PAGE – SEE “TICKETS” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrank DelBonis\, La Salle Chess Team Member (Class of 1983)             40th Anniversary La Salle Class of 1983 Reunion in 2023  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* REGISTER FOR TOURNAMENT AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/la-salle-scholastic/
LOCATION:La Salle Academy\, 612 Academy Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231227T081655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T123322Z
UID:8341-1705759200-1705770000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: Brookline Blitz Championship - $1\,000 Prizes (Brookline\, MA) - GM’s Attending
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, JANUARY 20\, 2024 \n\n\n\nGM Naroditsky\, GM Zhou\, GM Ivanov \, & GM Kritz will be playing this Tournament \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:St. Mary’s of the Assumption School (Brookline)67 Harvard StreetBrookline\, MA 02445 \n\n\n\n\n\nFormat: 14SS\, G3; +2 = 7 Double Rounds\, 3 Minutes with 2 second incrementRound 1 starts around 2:00 PM. Rounds continuous afterward. Done by 4:30-5:00 PM \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & ENTRY FEES* OPEN Championship Section – highest level experienced players\, $50 EF     GM’s & IM’s Free Entry – please email organizer* U1200 Championship Section – adults & students\, $40 EF* UNRATED Section – for Novice or Intermediate level students\, $30 EF \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nPRIZES $1000 b/30 Paid Entries Plus Championship TrophiesOPEN SECTION\, Overall Champions = $300 – $150 – $100* Championship Trophies for Overall – 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* Class Prize U1800 (Open Section) = $100\, 1st Place Championship Trophy* Class Prize U1500 (Open Section) = $100\, 1st Place Championship Trophy* BROOKLINE PRIZE = $100\, Player must have 14/14 perfect score in blitzU1200 SECTION = $100 – $50\, & Championship Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* Class Prize U800 (U1200 Section) = 1st Place TrophyUNRATED SECTION = 1st Place Trophy\, Medals 2nd\, 3rd Place \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* Plenty of FREE PARKING available in REAR PARKING LOT of St. Mary’s School. Enter on left side of school.* Tournament ENTRANCE is in BACK of the building. Look for signs.* 5 Minute walk from “Brookline Village” station if you take the MBTA Green Line.* Entry Fee: Advance Entry is $30 – $40 – $50. Late Entry Fee is $10 more day of event or on-site.* Advance Registration online by Friday 1/19/2024 @ 11:00 PM. Pre-registration check-in 1:20 – 1:45 PM.* Round 1 for All sections starts at 2:00 PM. Tournament will finish around 4:30-5:00 PM.* For pairing purposes only\, your highest rating will be used. However\, It will be rated as a Blitz Event* Prizes will be awarded based according to players Blitz Rating.* Every Players plays 14 Blitz games. Tournament will run continuously after each round.* 1/2 pt. Byes must be requested in advance. Late entries receive 1/2 pt. bye* Please bring a clock if you have one\, Chess sets are provided* Sponsored & Organized by Brookline Chess & Ocean State Chess Association* USCF Membership required in rated sections – sign up here: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n*** REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF THIS WEBPAGE *** \n\n\n\n_autotone
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/new-england-blitz-championship/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s of the Assumption School\, 67 Harvard Street\, Brookline\, Massachusetts\, 02445\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20240102T180743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T224226Z
UID:8424-1705143600-1705154400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: 2nd "PIZZA & PAWNS" G/10 Tournament @ Papa Gino's (East Providence\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Located on Border of East Providence\, RI / Seekonk\, MA – Sponsored by Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, JANUARY 13\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Papa Gino’s                80 Highland Ave                East Providence\, RI 02914 \n\n\n\n* PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE * \n\n\n\nFormat: 5SS\, G/10; d5 – 5 Rounds. 10 Min Games\, 5 Second delayRound 1 starts around 11:00 AM. Rounds will run continuously. short break for lunch. \n\n\n\nNote: Event is limited to 40 Players\, Please Register Early \n\n\n\nEF: $22 Advance Entry. $5 more at door if space is available\, Limit 36 Players \n\n\n\n  OPEN SECTION  (One Section)  \n\n\n\nPRIZES : $250 /20 Paid Entries* 1st = $100\, 1st Place Trophy – Overall Winner* 2nd = $50\, 2nd Place Trophy* 3rd Place Trophy* Top U1500 Prize = $50\, 1st Place Trophy* Top Upset Prize $50 \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION* Site is in East Providence\, R.I.; but less than 1/4 mile from R.I. / MA Border with Seekonk\, Massachusetts * USCF Required. This is rated as a “Quick Rated” Event\, It will not affect your regular rating* USCF Regular and Quick Ratings will be used for pairing purposes (The higher of the 2 ratings will be used)* Tournament is limited to 40 Players\, please register early* ALL Ages are welcome to play in Tournament* On-Site Entry $5 more if space available\, $27 if tickets are not “sold out”* Round 1 will start at 11:00 AM\, will run continuous. Finish around 1:30-2:00 PM* Short break for lunch after Rd. 2/3 to order food from PAPA Gino’s* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Chess Sets and clocks are provided for Chess Tournament* Chief TD: Frank DelBonis\, Certified USCF Associate National Tournament Director & TD Assistants* Ocean State Chess Association is a registered Non-Profit in the State of Rhode Island* All profits after prizes paid are used to help local chess clubs and schools in R.I. \n\n\n\nUSCF Membership required in rated sections – sign up here: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-pizza-pawns-g-10/
LOCATION:Papa Gino’s East Providence\, R.I.\, 80 Highland Ave\, East Providence\, R.I.\, 02914
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20230816T144511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T061051Z
UID:5763-1702731600-1702857540@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:USCF Event: Dec 16-17\, 2023 - U.S. Chess National K-12 Grade Championships (Orlando\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:2023 National K-12 Grade Championships\, December 15-17\, 2023Hyatt Regency Orlando9801 International DriveOrlando\, FL 32819(407) 284-1234HR: $169 single/double/triple/quad – Cutoff date: November 20\, 2023 \n\n\n\nUSCF National Events Website: https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/dec-15-17-national-k-12-grade-championships-orlando-fl/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231205T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231210T231627Z
UID:7950-1702728000-1702742400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2nd Cranston "Rapid" G/20 Chess Tournament (Cranston\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 16\, 2023 \n\n\n\nChess Tournament for Both Adults & Scholastic (Kids) Event \n\n\n\nTournament Room Location in Cranston \n\n\n\nLocationPub On Park / Legion Bowl 655 – 661 Park AveCranston\, RI 02910 \n\n\n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/20; d3 – 4 Rounds. QUICK RATED ONLY !!!                            20 minutes each\, 3 second delay (All Sections)NOTE: EVENT IS QUICK RATED = YOUR REGULAR RATING NOT AFFECTEDRound 1 starts around 12:00 PM (Noon) \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE * \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES\, $250 Guaranteed* OPEN = $100 – $50\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place                U1500 Class Prizes–  $75 – $25\, 1st Place Trophy* U1000 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place                U600 Class Prize = 1st Place Trophy\, Medals* Unrated = (Adults & Kids) Trophy for 1st place\, Medals 2nd & 3rd Place \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* This is both an Adult & Kids Tournament Event. Anyone can play in a higher section* Round 1 will start at 12:00 PM (Noon) for All Sections.* Full Food Menu available after 12:00 PM * Unrated section is for both Scholastics & Adults* Players who arrive late after Round 1 get a 1/2 pt. bye or paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance. * On-site Entries must register 15 minutes before 11:45 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 12/15/2023 @ 10:00PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* EF $30 for OPEN / U1500 Section. Late entry is $5 more * EF $22 for U1000 / U600 Section. Late entry $5 more * EF: $22 for UNRATED Section (Adult/Kids)\, Late entry is $5 more  \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $27 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $20(Age 3-18) Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U600 & U1000 Sections \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27(Age 19-23). Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U1500 & Open Sections \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* THIS EVENT IS QUICK RATED ONLY – REGULAR RATING WILL NOT BE AFFECTED* This Events is perfect for 1st-Time Beginner scholastic or adults – Regular Rating not affected* Pub / Restaurant will be used exclusively for tournament not open to public until 4:00 PM* This is both an Adult & Kids Tournament Event. Anyone can play in a higher section* Please sign up early\, Limited space to first 56 players.* Lower sections finish around 2:30 – 3:00 PM. Higher sections by 4:00 PM.* Beer/Drinks available after tournament. Must be 21 years old.* Chess sets & clocks will be provided. * Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Email all questions text to (401) 212-1335\, or email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in “Rated” sections. No USCF membership required in “Unrated” sectionsJoin U.S. Chess Federation online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n* Register at bottom of this page* \n\n\n\nSee all the events past & present on our website: https://oceanstatechess.com/
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-cranston-tournament/
LOCATION:Pub on Park\, 655 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02910\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231128T164609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T165036Z
UID:7882-1701601200-1701622800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:CSCA Event: Hartford County & City Championships (Hartford\, CT) - $1\,000 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Connecticut State Chess Association \n\n\n\n2023 Hartford County & City Championships \n\n\n\n$1\,000+ in Guaranteed Prizes and Trophy Awards!Awesome Central Collegiate Venue; Special Discounts; On-site Dining \n\n\n\nDate & Time: Sunday\, December 3\, 2023; Round 1 at 1100 am\, then ASAP.Online advance registration thru 8p Dec 1; Location: Trinity College\, Mather Hall\, 300 Summit Street\, Hartford\, CT 06106Sections/Rounds/ 5 Sections\, 4 Rounds SS: Open/U1800/U1200: G/45 d5; U700/NR: G/30 d5.Time Control: Players rated over 299 cannot participate in NR (not rated).Byes: One ½ point bye in all but final Round; 0 point byes any Round.Prizes: $250-200\, $150 to Top U2000 in Open; $200-150\, $100 to Top U1400 in U1800;Trophies to Top 3 in U1200\, U700\, NR. Champion Trophies to Open Winner andTop City Resident. Medals to non-placers in U700 and NR. Prizes via PayPal.Entry Fee: Register online by Dec 1\, 8p (“same day” online registration starts Dec 1\, 9p)Open/U1700: $40 by Nov 28; $50 by 8p on Dec 1U1200/U700/NR: $30 by Nov 28; $40 by 8p on Dec 1On-site: Add $10 by 11:30p\, ½ pt Rd 1 bye after 10:30a; exact change cash only \n\n\n\nFLYER:  https://www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/HCCC.23.pdf \n\n\n\nREGISTER: https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=1917&cat=1
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/hartford-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231026T204834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T055646Z
UID:7451-1701511200-1701531000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA Event: 3rd East Providence Chess Tournament (East Providence\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:BOTH Adult & Scholastic Chess Event – in the Beautiful $190 Million\, East Providence Senior High School \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, DECEMBER 2\, 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:EAST PROVIDENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 2000 Pawtucket Ave\, East Providence\, R.I. 02914 \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay (All Sections)Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM. \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE * \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES\, $300 b/20\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $100 – $75\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1500 = $75 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1000 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM for All Sections. * Players who arrive late after the start of Round 1 will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance.* New Policy: On-site Entries must register 15 minutes before 9:45 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 12/1/2023 @ 10:00PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* EF $35 for OPEN Sections. Late entry is $5 more * EF: $30 for U1500 Section\, Late entry is $5 more * EF $25 for U1000 Section. Late entry $5 more * EF $25 for U600 Sections. Late entry $5 more  \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $25 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $20(Age 3-18) Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U600 & U1000 Sections \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27(Age 19-23). Must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site\, play in U1500 & Open Sections \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* This is an Adult & Scholastic Tournament Event. Anyone can play in a higher section* Lower sections finish around 2:30-3:00 PM. Higher sections after 3:30 PM.* Plenty of parking. Charge-Point Electric FREE car charging station* Bring a clock if you have one. Chess sets provided.* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Email all questions to: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in “Rated” sections. No USCF membership required in “Unrated” sectionsJoin U.S. Chess Federation online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n* Register at bottom of this page* \n\n\n\nSee all the events past & present on our website: https://oceanstatechess.com/
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/3rd-east-providence-tournament/
LOCATION:East Providence High School\, 2000 Pawtucket Ave\, East Providence\, RI\, 02914\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231009T180325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T021347Z
UID:6962-1700305200-1700326800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA Event: 1st Providence College Open Chess Championship (Providence\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 18\, 2023 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArthur & Patricia Ryan Center for Business Studies at Providence College (Tournament Site) \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Providence College\, Ryan Center212 Huxley AveProvidence\, RI 02908 \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/45; d5  – 4 Rounds. 45 minutes each\, 5 second delay (OPEN Section)4SS\, G/30; d5  – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay (U1200 Section & Unrated Section)Round 1 starts at 11:00 AM. Note: You Must be 18+ years old to play in this Tournament – Sorry No Scholastic Sections\, Venue Stipulations \n\n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE *\n\n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES\, $450 b/25 Paid Entries\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $ 150 – $75\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place   (U1500 Class Prize $75\, Trophy for 1st place)* U1200 = $100 – $50\, plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* UNRATED (Unrated Fun Games) No USCF = Trophy for 1st\, Medals for 2nd & 3rdNote: Top Providence College Students = 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place Trophies \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 11:00 AM for All Sections. 3 Private large rooms have been reserved for sections & skittles* OPEN Round Times: 11:00 AM\, 12:30 (Lunch 2:00)\, 2:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. * U1200 & Unrated Round Times: 11:00\, 12:00\, (Lunch 1:00 PM)\, 1:45 PM\, 2:45 PM (Done by 3:30 – 4:00 PM)* Players who arrive late after the start of Round 1 will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance.* New Policy: On-site Entries must register 20 minutes before (10:40 AM) Round 1 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 11/17/2023 @ 11:30 PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more. \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* EF $38 for OPEN Sections* EF $30 for U1200 Section* EF $30 for Unrated SectionLate On-Site Entries the day of the event is $5 more cash / online \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27     (Age 18-23. must be new USCF Membership\, No renewals\, done in advance\, not on-site) \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* MUST BE 18+ Years Old to Play in This Tournament – NO Scholastic players – Venue Stipulations* Event venue sponsored by the Providence College Chess Club\, All Prov. College students have FREE Entry* Part of proceeds will go toward helping the Providence College Chess Club* U1200 & Unrated section will finish around 3:30-4:00 PM. Higher sections after 5:30-6:00 PM.* Plenty of parking. Please use Campus Parking Garage* Extra skittles rooms\, lounge area\, cafeteria on-site. * Bring a clock if you have one. Chess sets provided. * Anyone can play in a higher section* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Email all questions to: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in ALL rated sections. Join U.S. Chess Federation (membership) online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/providence-college-open-tournament/
LOCATION:Providence College\, 212 Huxley Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20231016T051436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T103238Z
UID:7218-1699785000-1699819200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:CSCA Event: 2023 Connecticut State Championship - $10\,000 Guaranteed (Middletown\, CT)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 12\, 2023 \n\n\n\nRecord $10\,000 in Guaranteed 1-Day Prizes!!!First Class Collegiate Venue / Many Placements / Player-friendly Entry FeesSpecial Discounts / Top Directing Team / DGT Broadcast / On-site Dining \n\n\n\nLocation: Wesleyan University\, Fayerweather\, 55 Wyllys Avenue\, Middletown\, CT 06457 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: Rounds at 10:30a\, 1:15p\, 3:30p and 5:45p; Awards by 8:15 PMU800/NR: Round 1 at 12p\, then ASAPOnline registration including “same day” available though 12 PM on November 12.Sections: 5 Sections: Championship (CT players rated over 1900\, only\, see notes [1] and [2] below);U2200; U1700; U1200; U800; NR (not rated) (NO state restriction on these sections).Rated players with rating over 299 may not participate in NR.Rounds/Time: 4 Rounds SS\, G/55 d5. U800/NR: 4 Rounds SS\, G/25 d5. All USCF Rated\, except NR.Control: One ½ pt bye permitted in Rounds 1-3; must commit by end of registration.PRIZES = $10\,000 Guaranteed plus TrophiesPrizes: Championship: $1\,000-700-500-400-300-250-200-175U2200: $700-500-400-300-250-200-175-150U1700: $500-400-300-250-200-175-150-125U1200: $400-300-250-200-175-150-125-100Trophy to section winners. State Champion Trophy to Championship Section winner.U800: Trophy to Top 5\, Top U400\, U300\, Unrated and 3 school teams.Additional Prize Information:NR: Trophy to Top 8\, may be subdivided by age\, if sufficient players for multiple sections.Unless tied for first place\, prizes based on final standings on USCF tie breaks\, NOT USCF distribution rules. Players tied for first share money prizes equally. Final placement of perfect 4-0 scores subject to Armageddon tie break; does not affect money prizes.Prize payments via PayPal within 2-10 days of event\, subject to PayPal fees\, if any.Entry Fee: Championship: $90 by Nov 8; $110 by Nov 10; $130 thereafterU2200/U1700: $80 by Nov 8; $100 by Nov 10; $120 thereafterU1200: $75 by Nov 8; $95 by Nov 10; $115 thereafterU800/NR: $30 by Nov 8; $40 by Nov 10; $50 thereafterRegister online only\, including “same day”\, ends 12p on Nov 12\, ½ pt Rd 1 bye after 10a   Discounts/CreditsCredits/ *CSCA Entry Credit: First time USCF registrants get $20 entry credit to a 2023-24 CSCADiscounts: State Championship event\, exp: June 30\, 2024.Need-based: Cases of financial hardship and Title I students\, please email CSCA.Senior (65+) and Sibling (pK-12): Email CSCA before entry for 10% discount.Premium and Member Organization Members: One third discount. Code provided.GMs and IMs: Free entry by Nov 8\, then deducted from prize. Please email CSCA to register. NMs and higher: Half entry by Nov 8. Please email CSCA to register. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent Flyer:  https://chessct.org/csca/Uploads/State.23.fly.pdf \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=1904&cat=1
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2023-connecticut-state-championship/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T235900
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20230730T175831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T055725Z
UID:5519-1699468200-1699487940@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:"Chess Night" at 605 Broadway Bar & Grill on Wednesdays (Weekly) - Pawtucket\, R.I.
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Meeting Days* Wednesday\, November 1\, 8\,  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation:605 Broadway Bar & Grill – 605 Broadway Street\, Pawtucket\, R.I. 02860 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT – “CHESS NIGHT”  * Come play against the R.I & Mass local players* Full Drink & Food menu available for purchase – Chess Matches are FREE* Visit anytime Wednesday night between 6:30 pm – 12:00 am Midnight * Chess boards provided\, please bring a clock if you have on* Must be 21 to drink alcohol by law* Sponsored/Organized by Owner NM Mauricio Ruiz (Rated 2340) & Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\nContact: NM Mauricio Ruiz (401) 855-5669 – text or call for more information.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/chess-night-at-605-broadway-bar-grill/
LOCATION:605 Broadway Bar & Grill\, 605 Broadway Street\, Pawtucket\, 02860
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20230716T050708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T191932Z
UID:4972-1699092000-1699120800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: 2023 Ocean State Chess Association PREMIER OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT - $1\,800 Prizes (East Greenwich\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Tournament Playing Room at New England Tech\n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 4\, 2023 \n\n\n\nLocation: New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd\, East Greenwich\, RI 02818 \n\n\n\n\n\n* OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS * \n\n\n\nConfirmed Pre-registrations in Open Section include:  Grandmaster – GM  JIANCHAO ZHOUGrandmaster – GM  ALEXANDER IVANOVFIDE Master – FM  RAJESH SHANMUGASUNDANational Master – NM SIDDHARTH ARUNNational Master – NM  MICHAEL CAREYCandidate Master – CM DATTASAI KILARICandidate Master – CM  MICHAEL UWAKWE \n\n\n\nFormat & Prizes: $1\,500 b/50\, plus $300 in Special Championship Trophies4SS\, G/60; d5 OPEN = $400 – $300 – $200\, Championship Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd4SS\, G/60; d5 U1500 = $300 – $200 – $100\, Championship Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd4SS\, G/30; d5 U1000 = Championship Trophies to Top 3 Players4SS\, G/30; d5 U600 = Championship Trophies to Top 3 Players \n\n\n\n*** Register at Bottom of This Page *** \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM.  ONE DAY EVENT* OPEN & U1500 Round Times: 10:00 (Lunch 12:10 PM)\, 1:00 PM 3:00 PM\, 5:00 PM* U1000 & U600 Round Times: 10:00\, 11:10\, (Lunch 12:30 PM)\, 1:15 PM\, 2:30 PM (Done by 3:30-4:00 PM)* Players who arrive late after registration will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance* New Policy: On-site Entries must register 20 minutes before (9:40 AM) Round 1 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 11/3/2023 @ 11:30PM. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $10 more. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* FREE ENTRY FEE for Titled players: GM’s\, IM’s\, FM’s\, CM’s\, NM’s\, etc. EF deducted if cash prizes awarded. * EF $45 for OPEN Sections. Late entry is $10 more ($55) online/cash the day of event* EF: $38 for U1500 Section\, Late entry is $10 more ($48)  online/cash the day of event* EF $30 for U1000 & U600 Sections. Late entry $10 more ($40) online/cash the day of event \n\n\n\nTitle players: To register\, just email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $30 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $20      (Ages 3-18) Must be new USCF Membership. No renewals. In advance\, not on-site.* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $35 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $27      (Ages 19-23) Must be new USCF Membership. No renewals. In advance\, not on-site. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION* Players agree “it’s the “Best Chess Venue in New England”* Plenty of parking. Beautiful College Campus. Only 12 min. south of Providence (Exit 8\, off Route 95) * Extra skittles rooms\, parent rooms\, lounge area\, cafeteria. * Cafeteria food stations w/ Lunch Specials\, Salad\, Burgers\, Pasta\, Deli Sandwiches\, Soup\, Pizza* Chess sets provided. Bring a clock if you have one. * Lower sections finish around 3:30-4:00 PM. Higher sections around 6:30 PM.* Open to Out-of-State Players. Anyone can play in a higher section.* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Email all questions to: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in ALL sections. Join U.S. Chess Federation (membership) online: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*** Register for Tournament at bottom of this page ***
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2023-ocean-state-chess-premier-open-tournament-2000-east-greenwich-ri/
LOCATION:New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island\, 02818\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T052516
CREATED:20230924T201330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T043917Z
UID:6632-1698487200-1698523200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:NHCA Event: 47th New Hampshire Amateur Championship - Guaranteed $2\,145 (Nashua\, NH)
DESCRIPTION:Location: Sheraton\, Nashua\, NH11 Tara Blvd.Nashua\, NH 03062 \n\n\n\nOrganized and Sponsored by the New Hampshire Chess Association (NHCA) \n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 28\, 2023 \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/60 d5. 4 sections\, $2\,145 in prizes guaranteed \n\n\n\nChampionship Section: (U2100 or UNR) $$ 270 – 200 – 160\, U1950 $165; Trophy to 1st. No Unr. may win over $160.U1800 (or UNR) $$ 200 – 130 – 100\, U1600 $110; Trophy to 1st. No Unr. may win over $100.U1400 (or UNR) $$ 180 – 130 – 110; trophy to 1st. No Unr. may win over $110.U1200 (or UNR) $$ 130 – 80 – 65\, U1000 $60\, UNR $55; Trophy to 1st. No Unr. may win over $65.All sections: No Unrated may win more than 3rd in any section. NHCA membership required of rated NH residents; dues $8 adult\, $6 under 19. Registration: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Sat. 10/28\, Rounds.: 10-1:00-3:30-6:00. Half-point bye okay in any one Rd except Rd 4 of Champ section\, must commit before Rd 2. No half-point byes for players receiving full-point byes. Online advance entry available at nhchess.org until 10/26 at 8 p.m.  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nOPEN TO OUT OF STATE AS WELL AS NH PLAYERS! Online entry available with credit card at https://nh-chess-assn-dot-inc.square.site (or look for link at nhchess.org). Advance EF rate available until Thursday 10/26 at 8:00 PM; at-door EF rates available later \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nAll sections $55 if rec’d by 10/26 (8:00 PM online)\, $61 at site. Link for online entries via Square Market: https://squareup.com/market/nh-chess-assn-inc (or look for link at nhchess.org) \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nEnt: NHCA\, c/o John Elmore\, 20 Holmgren Rd.\, Stratham\, NH 03885. Online advance entry available at https://nhchess.org until 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 26. Info only: johnpelmore@yahoo.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSee More Information at New Hampshire Chess Association website: https://nhchess.org/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSheraton\, Nashua\, New Hampshire
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/47th-new-hampshire-amateur-championship/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
ORGANIZER;CN="New Hampshire Chess Association":MAILTO:johnpelmore@yahoo.com
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