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SUMMARY:DONATE - 2nd "Tomorrow Fund" Charity Chess Tournament for Child Cancer
DESCRIPTION:THIS TOURNAMENT ALREADY OCCURED – WE ARE STILL COLLECTING DONATIONS \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDonations being collected until October 9\, 2024 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n100% of proceeds collected from this tournament will go to the Tomorrow Fund which helps families of children who have cancer. Please consider donating even if you cannot attend \n\n\n\nChess Tournament will be held in the Academic Innovation Center \, Room 130/131 (see above) at Bryant University\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament Location: Bryant University (NEW) AIC Building1150 Douglas PikeSmithfield\, RI 02917 *** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE *** \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\nThe Tomorrow Fund provides daily financial and emotional support to children with cancer and their families. Kids treated in the Pediatric Oncology Program and The Tomorrow Fund Clinic at Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence\, Rhode Island support. These vital programs are made available to our patients and families from the time of diagnosis\, throughout treatment\, into recovery and beyond.Click on website for more info: https://www.tomorrowfund.org/ \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay.Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM. \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES * OPEN = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1600 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1000 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U600 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, Medals* UNRATED (Fun Games) No USCF = Trophy for 1st\, Medals for 2nd & 3rd \n\n\n\nMORE PRIZES: RAFFLE FOR CHILD CANCER – PLEASE BRING CASH $$ TO PARTICIPATE* $50 Indoor Go-Kart Tickets* $50 Amazon Card* $30 Providence Bruins Tickets two sets (4)* $25 Restaurant Gift Certificates* More Prizes to come! \n\n\n\nENTRY FEE DONATION FOR REGISTRATION:Open & U1600 Sections = $35 in advance U1000 & U600 = $30 in advanceUnrated Section = $25 in advanceRated Sections must have USCF membership. USCF Not Required in Unrated Section \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThank you to our Trophy Sponsor:David DelBonis\, PresidentPRECISION HOME LENDING (401) 487-7379website: https://ddphl.com/ \n\n\n\nPrecision Home Lending\, Cranston\, RI – Our Annual Tomorrow Fund Trophies Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Trophies Awarded at the Tomorrow Fund Cancer Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Winners from last years Tournament\n\n\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 USCF “Youth” Membership INCLUDED with Special $30 registration and Tournament is Free!Register below for either U600 or U1000 Section (For Scholastic Only) \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* Local R.I. chess player Wayne Powers’ daughter survived leukemia and received encouragement & support from the “Tomorrow Fund.”The OSCA community would like to give back to them and other families who are currently experiencing the same hardship.* Tournament in the new $32 Million “AIC” Building = Academic Innovation Center Rooms 130/131* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM\, will run continuously* Chess sets provided\, please bring a clock if you have one* Byes must be requested in advance. * Late entries paired if possible or get 1/2 point bye.* Players can always play “up” in a higher section. * OSCA reserves the right to combine or split sections* If you cannot attend\, please consider a small donation for the cause \n\n\n\n*** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE *** \n\n\n\n\n\nRI Governor Dan McKee with Wayne Powers Family\, Aria (front) is a child cancer survivor\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Bryant University for hosting the Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCAL DAD HOSTS CHESS TOURNAMENT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR DAUGHTER’S CANCER TREATMENT – MARCH 21\, 2024SEE 2 MIN VIDEO & READ NEWS ARTICLE (BELOW)https://turnto10.com/news/coronavirus/show-us-something-good/local-dad-hosts-chess-tournament-to-say-thank-you-for-daughters-cancer-treatment-the-tomorrow-fund-mentor-march-21-2024
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-tomorrow-fund-tournament/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Registration Fee,Tournament
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000
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SUMMARY:OSCA 10th Max Malyuta Memorial Tournament on National Chess Day (Barrington\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, OCTOBER 12\, 2024 @ 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM \n\n\n\n * ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS TOURNAMENT WILL GO TOWARD HELPING SCHOOL CHESS CLUBS IN RHODE ISLAND \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament LocationST. ANDREW’S SCHOOLAcademic Stone Building63 Federal RoadBarrington\, RI 02806 \n\n\n\n*** REGISTRATION located at BOTTOM of PAGE *** \n\n\n\nMax Malyuta at the New England Jr. Team Championship 2002\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay.Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES – Entry Fees $25-$35* OPEN = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1600 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1000 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* UNRATED (Unrated Fun Games) No USCF = Special Trophy for 1st\, Medals for 2nd & 3rd \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpecial Trophies will be awarded for this event \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 10:00 PM and run continuous* Lower sections finish around 2:30 pm. Higher sections around 3:00-3:30 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 before start of tournament.* 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 10/11/2024. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more. \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT = $30 INCLUDES FREE USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP WORTH $20 (No USCF renewals. must be new USCF Membership done in advance\, not on-site\, must play in either U600 & U1000 Sections) \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Event at the Prestigious St. Andrew’s School in Barrington\, RI* Plenty of Parking\, follow signs when you arrive\, ask for “Academic Stone Building”* Proceeds help school chess clubs and scholastic chess in Rhode Island* Chess sets provided. Bring a clock if you have one. * 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* Scholarships available\, please send email with hardship reason \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFamily friend with Max Malyuta\n\n\n\n\n\nTrophies from last year’s Max Malyuta Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMax Malyuta (1981-2007) was a chess coach in Barrington\, RIwhen he passed away at age 25 from Meningitis. He was beloved by the R.I. Chess community. \n\n\n\nNews Articles about Max Malyuta (1981-2007) – click on links below \n\n\n\n“Team Copes with Coach’s Sudden Death” – East Bay Newshttps://chessdailynews.com/team-copes-with-coachs-sudden-death/ \n\n\n\n“New England Lost a Bright Young (Chess) Star” – Susan Polgarhttps://chessdailynews.com/new-england-lost-a-bright-young-star/ \n\n\n\n“He was a special soul” – Donna Perrotta \n\n\n\n“You will Never Be forgotten\, You will always be in our Hearts” – Frank DelBonis (Eulogy 2007) \n\n\n\nCousin Pavel and Uncle Slav Malyutaattended last year’s 2023 event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSt. Andrew’s School Campus\, Barrington\, RI
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/10th-max-malyuta-memorial-tournament-on-national-chess-day/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s School\, 63 Federal Road\, Barrington\, Rhode Island\, 02806\, United States
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SUMMARY:RICS 2nd Columbus Day Scholastic Tournament (Cranston\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, October 14\, 2024 \n\n\n\nEdgewood Congregational Church\n\n\n\n  When: Monday\, October 14th – First Round at 10am. \n\n\n\nLocation: Edgewood Congregational Church – 1788 Broad St\, Cranston\, RI 02905 \n\n\n\nSections: Unrated\, Rated (Under-700)\, and Rated (Under-1400) Sections. \n\n\n\nPlayers: Open to scholastic players\, K-12 only. \n\n\n\nFormat: 4 Round Swiss Tournament. \n\n\n\nRound Times: Round 1 at 10am. All others ASAP. \n\n\n\nTime Control: 25 Minutes with 5 second increment. Boards\, pieces\, and clocks provided. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $30.00 \n\n\n\nUSCF: Active USCF Membership required for all participants in the Rated section. \n\n\n\nPrizes: Trophies to top 3 each section\, medals to plus scores. \n\n\n\nCapacity: Tournament is limited to 50 players max. \n\n\n\nRegistration: No onsite registration. Please register online in advance. \n\n\n\nMore info: email info@richessschool.com \n\n\n\n\nBoards\, sets and clocks provided. We reserve the right to split or combine sections if necessary.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/columbus-day-scholastic-tournament/
LOCATION:Edgewood Congregational Church\, 1788 Broad Street\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02905\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="RICS":MAILTO:info@richessschool.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T093000
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SUMMARY:SENECA 8th Cumberland Fall Chess Fest (Cumberland\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SENECA Chess Events are Not Affiliated with Ocean State Chess Association\, USCF R.I. State Affiliate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Cumberland Chess Fest Scholastic Chess Tournament is a scholastic chess tournament for children in grades K-12. Trophies will be awarded to the top players in each section. Join us for the fun and competition! \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Blackstone Valley Prep School291 Broad St\, Cumberland\, RI 02864 \n\n\n\nTIME CONTROL: 4SS\, G/25 d/5. \n\n\n\nSECTIONS: Two USCF-rated sections and two unrated sections** OPEN (rated section: USCF membership required**)* UNDER 700 (rated section: USCF membership required**)* UNRATED (no membership required)* NOVICE (no membership required) \n\n\n\n* If you have any questions about which section is right for your child\, please email Eduardo at epaguag@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n** For more information about USCF membership\, go to www.uschess.org or call 800-903-8723. NOTE: USCF membership must be purchased or renewed by October 17\, 2024\, if you plan on playing in a rated section. \n\n\n\nTrophies will be awarded to the top three players in each section. \n\n\n\nSections may be combined or split at the discretion of the tournament director. This is a 4-round tournament\, but a small section may have to play 3. Full-point byes may apply in sections with an odd number of players\, and ½ point byes are available in any round pending early notification to the tournament director. Please bring a chess clock if you own one. \n\n\n\nADVANCE REGISTRATION: Online entry fee $25. ONLINE ENTRY ONLY. Registration closes on October 17\, 2024\, at 11:59 PM or when we hit the capacity for the venue. Scholarships may be available if needed on a case-by-case basis. Southeast New England Chess Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. \n\n\n\nDOOR REGISTRATION: THERE IS NO DOOR REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLY. \n\n\n\nRound 1 starts at 10:00 AM. Others on completion of each round. Please arrive and check in at 9:30 AM. Failure to check in by 9:45 AM may result in receiving a bye for round one. Unrated sections may finish around 12:30 PM. Rated sections may finish around 1:30 PM. \n\n\n\nFOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION contact Bob Salvas at (401) 359-1602 or email: monasterychess@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFor information on all of our events\, see http://senecachess.org/. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTo Register (click here): https://senecachess.org/events/
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/8th-cumberland-fall-chess-fest/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southeast New England Chess Association (SENECA)":MAILTO:monasterychess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T235959
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SUMMARY:NNECA 1st Origami Open - Grand Prix (Westford\, MA) - $5\,500 Projected\, $3\,300 Guaranteed Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Grand Prix\, Enhanced Grand Prix\, Junior Grand Prix $5500 projected prizes\, $3300 (60%) Guaranteed! Limited to the first 80 players.  \n\n\n\nFRIDAY\, OCTOBER 25 – SUNDAY\, OCTOBER 27\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation: Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886. \n\n\n\n6 rounds Swiss System\, \n\n\n\nFormat: G/60+30 Friday and Saturday (2-day Rounds 1-2 G/30+15)\, G/90+30 Sunday \n\n\n\nRounds: 3-day option: Friday: 7pm Saturday: 10am-2pm-6pm Sunday: 10am-3pm2-day option: Saturday: 10am-12pm\, merge in Round 3. \n\n\n\nSections & Prizes:Washi (1700+ USCF): $2675 based on 25 entries: $1200-600\, U2325: $450\, U2125: $425Tant (Under 1925): $1750 based on 25 entries: $720-360\, U1725: $340\, U1525: $330Kami (Under 1325): $1075 based on 25 entries: $450-225\, U1125: $210\, U975/Unrated: $190 \n\n\n\nPrizes will be raised/decreased in proportion to the amount of entries\, with 60% Guaranteed. Unrated players are only eligible for the U975/Unrated prize in the Under 1325 section. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $125 for Washi\, $90 for Tant\, $65 for Kami. EF $10 more after September 28th and $20 after October 24th and on site. \n\n\n\nGrand Prix: This tournament is a 4x multiplier in the New England Grand Prix\, a new circuit of local tournaments that reward players who play and finish more events. To view the details\, prizes\, standings\, and upcoming Grand Prix Events\, visit the New England Chess Association website here: https://newenglandchess.org/ \n\n\n\nByes: 3 half point byes allowed\, must commit before the start of Round 2. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Online advance entry available at onlineregistration.cc until 9 am on 10/26. \n\n\n\nOnsite Registration: Friday 10/25 6-6:45 pm Saturday 10/26: 9-9:45 a.m. Bring sets and clocks\, limited provided. \n\n\n\nRe-entry: $70 for Washi\, $50 for Tant\, $40 for Kami. Re-entries count as 50% entries for prize purposes. \n\n\n\nHotel: $139\, booking link here: https://us01.iqwebbook.com/WRICCMA543/~/?coupon=CAT Be sure to reserve before September 25th to get the guaranteed rate! \n\n\n\nBlitz Side Event: The Origami Blitz will take place Saturday at the conclusion of Round 4. The event is free for players ($10 for others) and has $100 in prizes: $50 for first and two class prizes of $30 and $20. Higher of blitz or USCF regular rating used for pairings and prizes. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nSEE USCF TLA: https://new.uschess.org/1st-origami-open \n\n\n\n(CLICK HERE):  REGISTRATION 1st ORIGAMI OPEN
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/origami-open/
LOCATION:Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, Massachusetts\, 01886
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern New England Chess Association":MAILTO:josephtruelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T180000
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SUMMARY:CSCA Connecticut State Championship (Middletown\, CT) - $5\,000 Guaranteed Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 10\, 2024 \n\n\n\nConnecticut State Chess Association a 501(c)(7) nonprofit corporation presents 2024 Connecticut State Championship – $5\,000+ in Guaranteed Prizes and Trophy Awards!  \n\n\n\nRegister Here (Click): https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2198&cat=1 \n\n\n\nAwesome Central Collegiate Venue; Special Discounts; On-site Dining Sponsored by Wesleyan Chess  \n\n\n\nDate/Time: Sunday\, November 10\, 2024. Register online thru 12:30 PM. Top 3 Sections Round 1 at 11 AM\, then ASAP. Other Sections Round 1 at 12 PM.  \n\n\n\nRegistration (click here): https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2198&cat=1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Wesleyan UniversityExley Science Center\, 265 Church StMiddletown\, CT 06457  \n\n\n\nSections: 6 Sections: Champion /U2200/U1700/U1200/U700/ North West only;  \n\n\n\nTime Control: 4 Rounds SS G/45+10; Others: G/30+10. USCF and NW rated  \n\n\n\nByes: One ½ point bye in all but final Round; 0 point byes any Round.  \n\n\n\nPrizes: Champion: $800-500-300\, $200 to Top U2300\, U2100\, Champion Trophy to 1st. U2200: $600-350-250\, $200 to Top U1800\, U1600\, Trophy to 1st. U1700: $500-300-200\, $200 to Top U1300\, U1100\, Trophy to 1st. U1200: Trophies to Top 5\, Top U900\, U700. U800: Trophies to Top 5\, Top U500\, U300. NW: Trophies to at least Top 5. Prizes may be added based on registration. Medals to non-placers. PayPal payment. Register online by 12:30 PM Nov 10; ½ pt Rd 1 bye one hour before start. RegistrationTop 3 Sections: $105 by Nov 5; $115 by Nov 7; $130 by Nov 8; $160 thereafter. Other Sections: $55 by Nov 5; $65 by Nov 7; $80 by Nov 8; $100 thereafter. All registration online. GMs/IMs FREE. Other titled\, NM or higher\, $20 less. Credits/Discounts: Sibling (10%)\, Senior (15%)\, Hardship (varies) available. Send request to chess.CSCA@gmail.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFlyer & Info Link: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/State.24.fly.pdf
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/csca-connecticut-state-championship/
LOCATION:Wesleyan University\, Exley Science Center\, 265 Church Street\, Middletown\, Rhode Island\, 06457\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T185500
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20240223T065221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T220851Z
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SUMMARY:OSCA 2024 Rhode Island State Chess Championship           (E. Greenwich\, RI) - $2\,000 Guaranteed & Trophies
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 16\, 2024 \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION is OPEN to OUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS in ALL SECTIONSBoth Adult & Scholastic Sections \n\n\n\nMain Playing Hall for Open & Amateur Championship Sections\n\n\n\nLocation: New England Institute of Technology\, EG Campus 1 New England Tech Blvd East Greenwich\, RI 02818 \n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF PAGE *\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4 Round Swiss System (4SS)\, Scoring: All Sections USCF Rated \n\n\n\nSections & Time Control* Championship Section: G/60; d5* Amateur Section (U1600): G/60; d5* U1000 Section: G/30;d5* U600 Section: G/30;d5 \n\n\n\n1st Round StartChampionship & Amateur Sections: 9:30 AM\, Sections will start on time\, no delaysU1000 & U600 Sections: 10:00 AM\, Sections will start on time\, no delays \n\n\n\nSections and Prizes = $2\,000 Guaranteed\, Plus Trophies in Every Section* Biggest Prize Fund Awarded in a Rhode Island Rated Annual EventOpen Championship SectionTotal Cash Prize Fund: $1\,2501st place: $600 and State Champion Trophy2nd place: $400 and Trophy3rd place: $150 and TrophyU1800 Top Finisher: $100 and Trophy** \n\n\n\nTop Woman Finisher: Women’s Championship Trophy \n\n\n\nAmateur Championship Section (Under 1600)Total Cash Prize Fund: $7501st place: $400 and State Amateur Champion Trophy2nd place: $200 and Trophy3rd place: $100 and TrophyU1300 Top Finisher: $50 and Trophy** \n\n\n\nU1000 & U600 Sections1st place: Trophy2nd place: Trophy3rd place: TrophyScore of 2.5/4 (without placing): Medals**Per USCF Regulations\, Unrated players may enter the Amateur and Championship sections\,but are not eligible for the U1800 or U1300 Class Prizes \n\n\n\nEntry Fee Dates and RegistrationEarly Bird Registration: Until Sunday\, November 11\, 2024 @ 11:59 pm (Extended)Late Registration: November 12 – 15\, 2024 = + $10 moreDay of Event = + $15 moreGM’s & IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s are Free\, (EF may be deducted from prizes) Email: frank@oceanstatechess.comEntry FeesChampionship Section: $50 (Early)\, $60 (Late)Amateur U1600 Section: Championship: $50 (Early)\, $60 (Late)U1000 Section: $35 (Early)\, $45 (Late)U600 Section: $35 (Early)\, $45 (Late)Late Entry for Registrations the Day of EventChampionship Day of Event: $70Amateur Day of Event: $70U1000/U600 Day of Event: $60Additional Information Regarding Entries* Note Day of Event Entries must be done 45 minutes prior to Round 1* Players who enter after\, at the discretion of the Chief Tournament Director\, will be given a half point bye for round 1* Pairing will be posted 30-45 Minutes before Round 1\, Tournament will NOT be delayed \n\n\n\nRound Times – Open Championship & Amateur Championship (G/60;d5)Round 1: 9:30 am – 11:40 am*Lunch 11:40 am -12:20 pm*Round 2: 12:20 pm – 2:30 pmRound 3: 2:35 pm – 4:45 pmRound 4: 4:45 pm – 6:55 pmAwards: 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nRound Times – U1000 & U600 (G/30;d5)Round 1: 10:00 – 11:10 amRound 2: 11:15 – 12:25 pm*Lunch 12:30 pm -1:10 pm*Round 3: 1:15 pm – 2:25 pmRound 4: 2:30 pm – 3:45 pmAwards: 3:45 pm – 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Open to Out-of-State Players who are eligible for 1st\, 2nd 3rd place trophies\, however the Special (separate) 1st Place State Championship Trophy Rhode Island Champion\, Rhode Island Women’s Champion\, and the Rhode Island Amateur Champion must be Rhode Island residents. * If a non-resident wins either section\, they will receive the 1st place monetary prize\, but the title of Champion\, Amateur Champion\,  and Women’s Champion would go to the RI resident who scored the highest. Out-of-State players are eligible for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place trophies* Players can only play up one section from their most recent supplemented USCF rating. * Ratings less than 1000 cannot enter the Open Championship section\, and ratings less than 600 cannot enter the Amateur section.* Players can take one 1/2 bye in advance\, but must be requested before round 1\, After Rd 1 player receives 0 Point bye* Chess Sets will be provided. Clocks are limited\, so please bring a clock if you have one \n\n\n\nCampus Information* Plenty of parking. Beautiful College Campus. Extra skittles rooms\, Lounge. * Open & Amateur Sections will be in Main Playing Hall (see photo above)* U1000 & U600 Sections will be in a separate area College Rooms* Affordable food/drinks available in Cafeteria on site. Lunch breaks see schedule above. * Cafeteria food stations w/ Lunch Specials\, Salad Bar\, Burgers\, Pasta\, Deli Sandwiches\, Soup\, Pizza\, Ice cream* Additional campus rooms provided for parents with laptops and skittles room available \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSEE REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUSCF membership required to play in ALL sections. You can Renew or Register New USCF (Below)
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/osca-premier-open-championship/
LOCATION:New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island\, 02818\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T235959
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SUMMARY:TANA OSCA Stonehill College Open Chess Championship Tournament - Sat. Nov. 23 (North Easton\, MA) $2\,000 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 23\, 2024 \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES: https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-2/(You can also go to Home Page Menu) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocationStonehill College\, Alumni Hall320 Washington Street North Easton\, MA 02357 \n\n\n\n* Registration at Bottom of Page * \n\n\n\nFormat: 4-Round Swiss Tournament \n\n\n\nTime Controls:Open & Challenger: G/60 + 5s delayExplorer & Unrated: G/30 + 5s delay \n\n\n\nSections:Open: All playersChallenger: Rated under 1800 USCFExplorer: Rated under 1200 USCFUnrated: Open to all\, no USCF membership required \n\n\n\nOpen & Challenger(U1800) Schedule: Starts @ 9:30 AMRegistration: 8:20 AM – 9:00 AMRound 1: 9:30 am – 11:40 amRound 2: 11:45 pm – 2:00 pmLunch: 2:00 – 2:50 pmRound 3: 2:50 pm – 5:00 pmRound 4: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pmAwards: 7:00 pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExplorer (U1200) & Unrated  Schedule: Starts @ 10:00 AMRegistration: 9:00 AM – 9:45 AMRound 1: 10:00 AM – 11:10 AMRound 2 11:15 AM – 12: 25 PMLunch: 12:25 PM – 1:10 PMRound 3: 1:10 PM – 2:20 PMRound 4: 2:30 PM – 3:45 PMAwards: 3:45 PM \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntry Fees:Open: $50 Early Registration by Wed. 11/20\, Regular $60 by Friday 11/22\, Day of Event or on-site $70Challenger: $45 early by Wed. 11/20\, Regular $55 by Friday 11/22\, Day of Event or on-site $65Explorer: $30 early by Wed.11/20\, Regular $35 by Friday 11/22\, Day of Event or on-site $45Unrated: Free for students/faculty/ $25 Early reg. by11/20 $30 by 11/22\, Day of Event or On-site $40Register: https://oceanstatechess.com/    before Nov 22FREE Entry for GM’s\, IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s – email: frank@oceanstatechess.comFREE Entry for Stonehill College Students & Faculty – email: frank@oceanstatechess.comSend: full name\, phone\, which section\, USCF # if playing in rated sections \n\n\n\nPrizes: $2\,000 b/50 + Trophies in All Sections \n\n\n\nOpen Championship Prizes:1st: $550 + Trophy2nd: $400 + Trophy3rd: $200 + TrophyTop Upset: $75 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChallenger (U1800) Prizes:1st: $350 + Trophy2nd: $250 + Trophy3rd: $100 + TrophyTop Under 1400: $75 + Trophy \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExplorer (U1200) Prizes:1st: $150 + Trophy2nd: $100 + Trophy3rd: $75 + TrophyTop Under 800: $50 + Trophy   \n\n\n\nUnrated Section:1st place Trophy\, 2nd\, 3rd Medals \n\n\n\nRules:No headphones or smartwatches in the playing hallPhones must be powered off and face down or left outsideNotation required (except Unrated) \n\n\n\nVenue Details:Parking: Free parking available. Follow signs when you arrive at the campus. Tournament is at Alumni HallEquipment: Chess sets and boards provided; bring a digital clock (USCF-approved) if possible \n\n\n\nAbout Stonehill College: Stonehill College\, founded in 1948\, is a private liberal arts college in North Easton\, MA. Known for academic excellence and a supportive community\, Stonehill hosts events like the Chess Showdown to foster intellectual curiosity and community engagement. \n\n\n\nAbout TANA: The Telugu Association of North America (TANA)\, founded in 1977\, promotes Telugu culture and supports community projects\, scholarships\, and cultural events. By sponsoring the Stonehill Chess Showdown\, TANA aims to encourage cultural exchange and educational growth. \n\n\n\nAbout OSCA: The Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) fosters a vibrant chess community in Rhode Island\, organizing events and workshops to promote chess for all ages and skill levels. OSCA regularly collaborates with institutions throughout New England to create enriching experiences for chess players. \n\n\n\nContact: Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAlumni Hall – Stonehill College\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Room in Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSkittles Room – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\nLobby – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\nParking – Alumni Hall
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/ocean-state-chess-july-tournament-tba-2/
LOCATION:Stonehill College\, Alumni Hall\, 320 Washington Street\, North Easton\, Massachusetts\, 02357\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T235959
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
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SUMMARY:USCF Event: Dec 6-8\, 2024 - U.S. Chess National K-12 Grade Championships (National Harbor\, MD)
DESCRIPTION:Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center201 Waterfront St\, National Harbor MD 20745(301) 965-4000$159 Room Rate (single/double); $20 additional for each person thereafter    \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION & MORE INFO (CLICK HERE):  https://www.uschess.org/tournaments/2024/k12/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHotel Room Cancellation Policy \n\n\n\nReservations must be received by November 12\, 2024\, or rates are subject to increase. A reservation must be accompanied by a one-night deposit for each room held with the reservation\, plus tax\, or guaranteed by a major credit card. Deposits are only refundable for cancellations occurring at least 3 working days prior to scheduled arrival. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n13 Sections: Play only in your Grade.November rating supplement will be used.Click here for the updated “New To Nationals” guide for new parents/players.Click here for the current Scholastic Regulations.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\, receive a half-point bye\, will begin play with round 2.A Team must have at least two players\, although no maximum of players. The top three scores in any section will count for the team score. All players on a team must come from the same school.First place individual and team in each grade level\, including ties\, will be National Champion for their grade.US Chess membership current through December 2024 is required. \n\n\n\nTime Control: Game/90 d10 (each player has 90 minutes to complete the game with a 10 second grace period each move) \n\n\n\nENTREE FEES: \n\n\n\n\n$100 online or postmarked by Oct. 21\n\n\n\n$150 online or postmarked by Nov. 11\n\n\n\n$225 online by Nov. 25\n\n\n\n$350 until 11am ET on Dec. 5.\n\n\n\n\n* NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION.* NO REGISTRATION BY PHONE.* ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES 11AM EASTERN\, THURSDAY\, DECEMBER 5.* Do not mail anything after Nov. 11.* $40 change fee for roster or section changes after Nov. 25 or on site changes.* No “player swaps” on site! * If a player is withdrawing\, you will be refunded the full entry fee\, so long as the player is withdrawn before 11am Friday\, December 15.* No refund if withdrawing after 11am Friday\, December 15. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule for event:\n\n\n\nOpening ceremony Fri. \, Dec. 6 @ 12:45 pm. \n\n\n\nRound start times: \n\n\n\nRoundGrades 2-12Grades K-1Round 1Fri. 1 PMFri. 1:30 PMRound 2Fri. 6 PMFri. 5:30 PMRound 3Sat. 9 AMSat. 9:30 AMRound 4Sat. 1:30 PMSat. 1:30 PMRound 5Sat. 6 PMSat. 5:30 PMRound 6Sun. 9 AMSun. 9:30 AMRound 7Sun. 2 PMSun. 1:30 PM\n\n\n\nAwards Ceremony\, Grades 2-12: Sunday 6:00 pm (approximately)Awards Ceremony\, Grades K-1: Sunday 5:30 pm (approximately) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: Awards list is FINAL as of 8/13/2024.\n\n\n\nAwards:Individual MedalsTeam Trophies12th Grade ChampionshipTop 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 511th Grade ChampionshipTop 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 510th Grade ChampionshipTop 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 59th Grade ChampionshipTop 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 58th Grade ChampionshipTop 20 [plus ties for 20th place]Top 107th Grade ChampionshipTop 20 [plus ties for 20th place]Top 106th Grade ChampionshipTop 25 [plus ties for 25th place]Top 105th Grade ChampionshipTop 30 [plus ties for 30th place]Top 104th Grade ChampionshipTop 25 [plus ties for 25th place]Top 103rd Grade ChampionshipTop 25 [plus ties for 25th place]Top 102nd Grade ChampionshipTop 25 [plus ties for 25th place]Top 101st Grade ChampionshipTop 15 [plus ties for 15th place]Top 5Kindergarten ChampionshipTop 10 [plus ties for 10th place]Top 5Class medals to the top three in the following classes:12th Grade Championship1600-1899; 1300-1599; 1000-1299; Under 1000.11th Grade Championship1600-1899; 1300-1599; 1000-1299; Under 1000.10th Grade Championship1600-1899; 1300-1599; 1000-1299; Under 1000.9th Grade Championship1600-1899; 1300-1599; 1000-1299; Under 1000.8th Grade Championship1400-1699; 1100-1399; 800-1099; Under 800.7th Grade Championship1400-1699; 1100-1399; 800-1099; Under 800.6th Grade Championship1400-1699; 1100-1399; 800-1099; Under 800.5th Grade Championship1100-1399; 800-1099; 600-799; Under 600.4th Grade Championship1100-1399; 800-1099; 600-799; Under 600.3rd Grade Championship1000-1199; 800-999; 600-799; Under 600.2nd Grade Championship1000-1199; 800-999; 600-799; Under 600.1st Grade Championship800-999; 600-799; 400-599; Under 400.Kindergarten Championship800-999; 600-799; 400-599; Under 400.Every player receives a commemorative item!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlitz Tournament – K-6 & K-12: Thursday 5 pm\, entry fee $50 per player by Nov. 25\, $680 after or on site. Online registration closes at 2 PM; onsite registration closes at 4 PM.See Appendix A-1 of the current Scholastic Regulations for Blitz rules \n\n\n\nAwards:Individual MedalsTeam TrophiesTop 3 in each ClassK-12 BlitzTop 15Top 51600-1899; 1300-1599; 1000-1299; Under 1000.K-6 BlitzTop 10Top 51400-1699; 1100-1399; 800-1099; Under 800.\n\n\n\nBughouse Tournament:   Thursday 11 am\, $50 per 2-player team. On-Site Registration Only\, 9-10 am. One section K-12.Medals (2 each) to top 5 teams.See Appendix B-1 of the current Scholastic Regulations for Bughouse rules \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriends & Family tournament: Saturday\, 12/15\n\n\n\nTime control: G/30\, d5. Four rounds. Starts at 10:30am Saturday. Must register on Saturday\, in person only\, at Chess Control between 8am and 10am. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Information Contact: nationalevents@uschess.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Entry\n\n\n\nRegister Online – Online registration is STRONGLY preferred. \n\n\n\nHere are links to our mail-in entry form\, in Word version and PDF version. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPer the Scholastic Regulations\, US Chess will provide scoresheets for players. \n\n\n\nThe use of these scoresheets is mandatory for all players. No other method of keeping score may be used\, unless prior approval is granted by US Chess. \n\n\n\nWe are providing a scoresheet for grades 2-12\, and a scoresheet for grades K-1 (these players may use either scoresheet). Click the links to see the scoresheets\, print them out\, and get familiar with them!
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/u-s-chess-national-k-12-grade-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
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SUMMARY:SENECA 3rd Portsmouth Scholastic Chess Tournament (Portsmouth\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SENECA Chess Events are Not Affiliated with Ocean State Chess Association\, USCF R.I. State Affiliate \n\n\n\nPortsmouth Middle School\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocationPortsmouth Middle School125 Jepson Ln\, Portsmouth\, RI 02871 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Portsmouth Tournament is a scholastic chess tournament for children in grades K-12. Trophies will be awarded to the top players in each section. \n\n\n\nTIME CONTROL: 4SS\, G/25 d/5. \n\n\n\nSECTIONS: Two USCF-rated sections and two unrated sections** OPEN (rated section: USCF membership required**)* UNDER 700 (rated section: USCF membership required**)* UNRATED (no membership required)* NOVICE (no membership required) \n\n\n\n* If you have any questions about which section is right for your child\, please email Eduardo at epaguag@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n** For more information about USCF membership\, go to www.uschess.org or call 800-903-8723. NOTE: USCF membership must be purchased or renewed by December 5\, 2024\, if you plan on playing in a rated section. \n\n\n\nTrophies will be awarded to the top three players in each section. \n\n\n\nSections may be combined or split at the discretion of the tournament director. This is a 4-round tournament\, but a small section may have to play 3. Full-point byes may apply in sections with an odd number of players\, and ½ point byes are available in any round pending early notification to the tournament director. Please bring a chess clock if you own one. \n\n\n\nADVANCE REGISTRATION: Online entry fee $25. ONLINE ENTRY ONLY. Registration closes on December 5\, 2024\, at 11:59 PM or when we hit the capacity for the venue. Scholarships may be available if needed on a case-by-case basis. Southeast New England Chess Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. \n\n\n\nDOOR REGISTRATION: THERE IS NO DOOR REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLY. \n\n\n\nRound 1 starts at 10:00 AM. Others on completion of each round. Please arrive and check in at 9:30 AM. Failure to check in by 9:45 AM may result in receiving a bye for round one. Unrated sections may finish around 12:30 PM. Rated sections may finish around 1:30 PM. \n\n\n\nFOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION contact Bob Salvas at (401) 359-1602 or email: monasterychess@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFor information on all of our events\, see http://senecachess.org/. \n\n\n\nRegistration: CLICK HERE
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/3rd-portsmouth-scholastic-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Portsmouth Middle School\, 125 Jepson Lane\, Portsmouth\, Rhode Island\, 02871\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southeast New England Chess Association (SENECA)":MAILTO:monasterychess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20241201T075849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T133820Z
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SUMMARY:OSCA: 1st Nathanael Greene Chess Tournament (Providence\, RI) - $500 Prizes plus Trophies
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 14\, 2024 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nYESTERDAY’S TOURNAMENT RESULTS CLICK HERE:  https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-2/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Nathanael Greene MS 721 Chalkstone AveProvidence\, RI 02908(near R.I. Veterans Hospital) \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\, $500 b/30 paid entries\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $200 – $100\, Plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1600 = $100 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place – Biggest Upset Prize $50 for Open/U1600 Sections * U1000 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U600 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* Unrated = Trophy 1st Place\, Medals \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.* On-site Entries must register 30 minutes no later than 9:40 or risk 1/2 point bye\, Tournament will not be delayed \n\n\n\nTournament Entry Fees* OPEN SECTION: EF $30 (Early by Monday 2/9). Regular entry is $35 (by Friday 12/13). Day of event $5 More* U1600 SECTION: EF: $30 (Early by Monday 2/9)\, Regular entry is $35 (by Friday 12/13). Day of event $5 More* U1000 SECTION: EF $25 (Early by Monday 2/9). Regular entry is $30 (by Friday 12/13). Day of event $5 More* U600 SECTION: EF $25 (Early by Monday 2/9). Regular entry is $30 (by Friday 12/13). Day of event $5 More* UNRATED SECTION: EF $20 (Early by Monday 2/9). Regular entry is $25 (by Friday 12/13). Day of event $5 More \n\n\n\nNote: On-site Entry\, Day of the Event must register & arrive 30 minutes in advance or risk taking a 1/2 pt. bye in Rd. 1 \n\n\n\nSpecial Discounts* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT $30 includes FREE USCF “Youth” membership worth $20 (Age 3-18) Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, in advance\, for U600 & U1000 Sections \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT $35 includes FREE USCF membership worth $27 (Age 19-24) Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, in advance\, U1000\, U1600\, Open Sections \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME ADULT/SENIOR TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT $49 includes FREE USCF “Adult” membership $45 (Age 25-99) Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, in advance\, U1000\, U1600\, Open Sections \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Plenty of Parking in Back of School* 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. * Chess sets provided. Bring a clock if you have one. * Late Entries the 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” sections \n\n\n\nSee all the events past & present on our website: https://oceanstatechess.com/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/1st-nathanael-greene-tournament-2/
LOCATION:Nathanael Greene Middle School\, 721 Chalkstone Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
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UID:14637-1736071200-1736085600@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:RICS January Scholastic Chess Tournament (North Kingstown\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 5\, 2025 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRICS Scholastic Events are Not Affiliated with Ocean State Chess Association State Affiliate \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRICS – Rhode Island Chess School found in Plaza in North Kingstown\n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, January 5\, 2025 – First Round at 10am. \n\n\n\nSections: Unrated\, Under-700 (Rated)\, and Under-1400 (Rated). \n\n\n\nPlayers: Open to scholastic players\, K-12 only. \n\n\n\nFormat: 4 Round Swiss Tournament. \n\n\n\nRound Times: Round 1 at 10am. All others ASAP. \n\n\n\nTime Control: 25 Minutes with 5 second increment. Boards\, pieces\, and clocks provided. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $30.00 \n\n\n\nUSCF: Active USCF Membership required for all participants in the Rated section. \n\n\n\nPrizes: Trophies to top 3 each section\, medals to plus scores. \n\n\n\nCapacity: Tournament is limited to 32 players max. \n\n\n\nRegistration: No onsite registration. Please register online in advance. \n\n\n\nIncludes: Pizza for all tournament participants \n\n\n\nMore info: email info@richessschool.com \n\n\n\n\nBoards\, sets and clocks provided. We reserve the right to split or combine sections if necessary\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://www.richessschool.com/tournaments/p/jan5-2025-scholastic-tournament
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/rics-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Rhode Island Chess School\, 679 Boston Neck Rd\, North Kingstown\, Rhode Island\, 02852\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250111T235959
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20241018T214319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T053656Z
UID:13260-1736553600-1736639999@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 1st R.I. All-Girls & Women's Chess Championship Tournament at Bay View (East Providence\, RI) - Open to Out-of-State Players
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 11\, 2024 \n\n\n\n* OPEN TO OUT-OF STATE PLAYERS * \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSt. Mary Academy – Bay View 3070 Pawtucket Ave Riverside\, RI 02915 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSECTIONS* OPEN WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP – Open Championship – Any Age (USCF RATED) – USCF Required* OPEN GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP – Girls\, Grade K-12 (USCF RATED) – USCF Membership Required* GRADE K-12 (UNRATED) – Scholastic Girls Section – USCF Membership NOT Required \n\n\n\nENTRY FEESOPEN WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP: Early Registration $25 (by 1/1/2025). Regular reg. $30 by 1/10/2025 OPEN GIRL’S CHAMPIONSHIP = Early Registration $25 (by 1/1/2025). Regular reg. $30 by 1/10/2025GRADE K-12 (UNRATED) = Early Registration $20 (by 1/1/2025). Regular registration $25 by 1/10/2025* Note: Day of Event Registration is $5 More * St. Mary Bay View Students & Faculty\, receive Free entry – Please email: frank@oceanstatechess.com Please provide your Name\, Age\, Phone\, Grade or Faculty/Parent info.Student who want to play in USCF Rated section only need to purchase $20 USCF Membership good for 1 yr \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds.Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM and finish around 3:00 PM \n\n\n\nPrizesTrophies for 1st Place\, 2nd Place\, 3rd Place in every section\, Medals1st Place Championship Winner Must be a Rhode Island Resident\, There will also be 1st Place Trophies for out-of-state players who participate \n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION\n\n\n\nSt. Mary Bay View is the oldest and most prestigious All -Girls School in Rhode Island founded in 1874\n\n\n\nTournament will be held in the Library – Plenty of Parking\n\n\n\nSt. Mary Academy Bay View Students should register by emailing Frank DelBonis: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\nRegister here online by 01/10/2025. Pre-registration check-in from 9:15 – 9:45 AM.\n\n\n\nUSCF Membership can be purchased below – NOTE After Jan. 1\, 2025 US CHESS has increased all USCF membership prices by +20% \n\n\n\nScholarships available\, please email with hardship reason: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\nLate entries 1/2 pt. bye\, or be paired with late entries\n\n\n\nByes must be requested in advance. Tournament will run continuous\n\n\n\nAll participants in OPEN Championship Women’s & Girl’s Section must be registered with U.S. Chess Federation as a “Girl” or “Woman.”  – These are Rules and policies we must follow as the USCF R.I. State Affiliate.\n\n\n\nChess sets & clocks will be provided\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  Ocean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n _____________________________________________________________________________________
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/osca-all-girls/
LOCATION:St. Mary Academy Bay View\, 3070 Pawtucket Ave\, Riverside\, Rhode Island\, 02915\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250119T035514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T040857Z
UID:15056-1737792000-1737824400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:CSCA Event: Connecticut Classical (Norwalk\, CT) - $2\,300 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut State Chess Association a 501(c)(7) nonprofit corporation presents  \n\n\n\n2025 CONNECTICUT CLASSICAL $2\,300+ in Guaranteed Prizes and Trophy Awards! New Premier Academy Venue; FIDE\, USCF & New England rated; Special Discounts Sponsored by CSCA \n\n\n\nDate & Time: Saturday & Sunday\, January 25 & 26\, 2025;  \n\n\n\nSchedule: Jan 25: Round 1 at 10 AM; Round 2 at 3 PM; Jan 26: Round 3 at 9 AM; Round 4 at 2 PM.  \n\n\n\nOnline registration only thru 12p Jan 25. Limited to 70 participants. Location: Sections/Rds/TC: Byes: e4  \n\n\n\nLocation: Chess Academy\, 15 Belden Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT 06850  \n\n\n\n2 Sections: Open and U1800 4 Rounds SS G/90+30; FIDE (Open only)\, USCF and New England rated One ½ point bye in all but final Round; 0 point byes any Round.  \n\n\n\nPrizes: OPEN: $500-300-200\, $200 to Top U2200 and U2000\, Champ Trophy to 1st. U1800: $300-200-150\, $150 to Top U1400 and U1200\, Champ Trophy to 1st. Medals to non-placers. Prizes via PayPal.  \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: Register online by 12 PM Jan 25; ½ pt Rd 1 bye after 7 PM on Jan 24. $98 by Jan 21; $113 by Jan 23; $138 by Jan 24 at 7 PM; $170 thereafter.  \n\n\n\nAll registration online\, including same day. GMs/IMs FREE by Jan 21\, after Jan 21 entry deducted from prizes.  \n\n\n\nPremium Members (30%)\, Sibling (10%)\, Senior (15%) and Hardship (varies) discounts available; email us. [Discounts do not apply to late fees.] \n\n\n\nRegistration Flyer: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.chessct.org/csca/Uploads/Classical.25.fly.pdf \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION LINK: https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2262&cat=1
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/connecticut-classical/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20241025T045246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T044117Z
UID:13365-1738263600-1738270800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA's Cranston Chess Club - SPECIAL BLITZ TOURNAMENT - 5th Week Event - JAN. 30 - $175 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 30\, 2025 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSPECIAL BLITZ FORMAT* Week 5 = Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5/2 – Only for this Special Blitz Event  (6 Round Blitz\, Each player gets 5 minutes each with 2 second delay)* Blitz Rating will be used for this event; If no Blitz rating then regular rating will be used for pairing purposes only* This event will NOT affect your Regular USCF Rating\, Only affect your BLITZ RATING ONLY* USCF Rated Games Start Promptly at 7:00 PM\, please arrive by 6:45-6:50 PM\, Blitz Finishes no later than 9:00 PM * Unrated players may join us and play fun side games anytime for Free* If 5 weeks in a month\, Week 5 – Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5/2 (Special Event\, Not Every Month)* Note: Our Regular Weekly Format: G/45;d10 = 1 USCF rated game per week. (4 games per month)\, $5 per week to play* The Regular G/45 tournament results from all 4 weeks submitted at end of the month as 4-Round Tournament \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n@ Legion Bowl – 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, RI 02910 \n\n\n\nUpcoming Meeting Days:* Thursday\, January 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 (January 30 = Week 5 Blitz Event)* Thursday\, February 6\, 13\, 20 27* Thursday\, March 6\, 13\, 20\, 27 \n\n\n\n________________________________________________________________________ \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for our weekly regular Thursday night  event\n\n\n\n* USCF RATED G/45;d10 – 45 Min each w/10 sec delay – 1 game per week = cost $5 per week\n\n\n\n* FREE (UNRATED) Fun Chess Games if players are available – New members are always welcome\, Please Join Us!\n\n\n\n* Rated Weekly Games will start @ 7:00 PM\, Check-in by 6:50 pm\n\n\n\n* PRIZES (RATED SECTION) b/10 players each week = 1st Place $80 & 2nd Place $40\, and Biggest Upset Game $20\n\n\n\n* Unrated Show up anytime to play chess\, and stay as short or long as you like. Spectators can come to watch\n\n\n\n* USCF Rated section must have USCF Membership – Join: https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess\n\n\n\n* Chess Sets & Clocks will be provided\n\n\n\n* The Pub on Park connected to area\, food and beverages available\n\n\n\n* Duckpin Bowling & Pool Tables available too\n\n\n\n* Cranston Club is Organized & Directed by Board members of the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA)\n\n\n\n* For more information contact – Frank DelBonis (401) 212-1335 Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/oscas-cranston-chess-club-no-meeting-on-halloween-thurs-oct-31-next-meeting-nov-7th/
LOCATION:Legion Bowl & Billiards\, 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02910\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20240829T071312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T145011Z
UID:12666-1739613600-1739642400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA "Chess for Charity" Championship at Bryant University (Smithfield\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 15\, 2025 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n100% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Providence Rescue Mission whose mission is to Feed\, Shelter\, and Counsel the Homeless in Rhode Island: https://www.providencerescuemission.org/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAcademic Innovation Center (AIC Building) at Bryant University \n\n\n\nTournament LocationBryant University\, AIC Building1150 Smithfield PikeSmithfield\, RI 02917 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: OPEN & U1600 Sections: 4SS\, G/45; d5 – 4 Rounds. 45 minutes each\, 5 second delayU1200 & Unrated Sections 4SS\, G/30;d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delayOpen / U1600 Sections – Round 1 starts at 10:00 AM.U1200 / Unrated Sections – Round 1 starts at 11:00 AM \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES * OPEN SECTION = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1600 SECTION = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1200 SECTION = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals Class Prize Trophies: U800 & U600 Winners* UNRATED SECTION (No USCF Required) = Special Trophies for 1st\, 2nd & 3rd place Medals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nENTRY FEE: “SUGGESTED DONATIONS” FOR REGISTRATION – Register at Bottom of this pageOpen\, U1600 Sections\, U1200\, & Unrated SectionsRated Sections must have USCF membership. USCF Not Required in Unrated SectionPick your entry fee amount (see below) as a donation for all sections \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* Ocean State Chess Association & Bryant University are sponsoring this charity event* Go to the Information booth at entrance for directions\, see “Chess” sign in front of AIC Building* Free entry scholarships available due to hardship\, just email: frank@oceanstatechess.com* Chess sets provided\, please bring a clock if you have one* Players can always play “up” in a higher section* Must have active USCF membership for rated section\, Sign up for a New / Renewal below* Byes must be requested in advance* Late entries paired if possible or get 1/2 point bye\, please register early * If you cannot attend\, please consider giving a donation to this charity \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\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n* Only emergency homeless shelter in Rhode Island open 24/7* Provides hot showers\, personal items\, clothing\, shoes\, socks\, underwear- free of charge* Serves breakfast\, lunch and dinner everyday- 7\,000+ meals a month & distribute food boxes of over 3\,000 meals each week* Offers a one-year Recovery Program\, Christian counseling\, bible studies\, life skills\, job training and family reconciliation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/osca-open-championship/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250205T061447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T191334Z
UID:15330-1740222000-1740240000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:New England Collegiate Championships (Middletown\, CT) - CANCELLED / POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 22\, 2025 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWesleyan University Campus\, Fayerweather Building\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConnecticut State Chess Association\, Wesleyan Chess Club\, and New England Chess Associationpresents the 2025 New England Collegiate Championships  \n\n\n\n$1\,500 in Guaranteed Prizes!!!  \n\n\n\nCategory and Team Awards! Top Collegiate Venue with On-site Dining College Prospective—students Grades 7-12 rated over 800—are welcome Sponsored by Wesleyan Chess  \n\n\n\nDate/Time: Saturday\, February 22\, 2025; Round 1 at 11a\, then ASAP  \n\n\n\nOnline Registration: ONLY Online Registration\, ends 9 AM on February 22  \n\n\n\nLocation: Wesleyan University\, Fayerweather\, 55 Wyllys Avenue\, Middletown\, CT 06457  \n\n\n\nSections: USCF-rated: Open and U1600; and Not USCF-rated: New England-rated (NER); \n\n\n\nFormat/Rounds: 4 Rounds SS\, G/30+10; One ½ point bye for Rds 1-3; 0 point byes any round. \n\n\n\nPrizes: Open: $300-$175-$125; U1600: $250-$150-$100; NER: $200-$125-$75. Trophies: Collegiate: Open Champion\, Top U1800 in Open\, U1600 Champion\, Top U1200\, U800 in U1600\, NE-rated Winner\, Top Female per section\, Top Team per section; Overall: Champions by state\, Top 3 2-Year College\, Top 3 Small School (<4\,000)\, Top 2-Year College Team\, Top Small School Team; Prospective (Scholastic): Top scholastic player per section.  \n\n\n\nProspective Scholastic players Grades 7-12\, rated 800+\, are invited and fully prize eligible.  \n\n\n\nTie break: Entry Fee: Perfect (4-0) scores decided by Armageddon tie break with USCF tie breaks determining seeding; does not affect cash prizes.  \n\n\n\nRegister online: $50 by 2/18; $60 by 2/20; $80 by 2/21; $100 by 9a 2/22. GMs/IMs FREE by 2/16\, then deducted from prizes. Discounts: Premium Member\, Member Organization and Hardship available. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.events4chess.com/events/?event_ID=2290&cat=1
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/new-england-collegiate-championships/
LOCATION:Wesleyan University\, Fayerweather\, 55 Wyllys Avenue\, Middletown\, Connecticut\, 06457\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20240821T075824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T162015Z
UID:12260-1740304800-1740330000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 3rd Annual Providence Bruins Hockey Rapid Chess Tournament (Providence\, RI) - $200 & Trophies - Adult & Scholastic - Pre-Registration (Required) - Most Fun Event of the Year
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, FEBRUARY\, 23\, 2025 \n\n\n\nCHESS TOURNAMENT with FREE P-BRUINS HOCKEY GAME TICKET & HAT – ALL INCLUDED for only $34 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n*** YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ****** THERE ARE NO DAY OF EVENT – ON-SITE ENTRIES *** \n\n\n\nProvidence Bruins HockeyChess Friends at the P-Bruins GameChess SportsmanshipHockey is Chess at 100 MPHRapid Quick Chess  Fights on the Ice \n\n\n\nPlease Join Us for this Very Popular Annual Fun Family Event! \n\n\n\n\n\nAMICA MUTUAL PAVILION (Formerly Dunkin Donuts Center) \n\n\n\n\n\n2024 Rapid Chess Tournament before the Hockey Game\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:Amica Mutual Pavilion Center1 La Salle Square (Downtown)\, Providence\, RI 02903  \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION FOR EVENT IS OPEN  (Click Here) = www.providencebruins.com/osca \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/10;d5 – “Rapid” Chess Tournament (10 Min. Games w/ 5 sec. delay) \n\n\n\n* USCF QUICK RATED ONLY – DOES NOT AFFECT YOUR REGULAR RATING \n\n\n\nChess Tournament: Check-In @ 9:30-9:45 AM. 4 Rounds: 10:10 AM\, 10:45 PM\, 11:20 PM\, 12:00 PM (Finish by 12:45 PM) Awards 12:45-1:00 pmLunch 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) Providence Bruins vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins  \n\n\n\nParents or Friends who Don’t Play Chess can Join In the Fun! $34 get you a Hockey Ticket and a Hat and you can be a spectator (optional) at the Tournament \n\n\n\nQuestions:  Text Frank (401) 212-1335 \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 \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\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/3rd-p-bruins-hockey-rapid-chess/
LOCATION:Amica Mutual Pavilion (Formerly Dunkin Donuts Center)\, 1 LaSalle Square\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02903\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250303T033303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T170839Z
UID:15689-1741512600-1741525200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:1st Greater North Kingstown Scholastic Open (N. Kingstown\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 9\, 2025 \n\n\n\nSENECA Events are Not Affiliated with the Ocean State Chess Association\, USCF R.I. State Affiliate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is an open scholastic chess tournament for children in grades K-12. Trophies will be awarded to the top players in each section.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Hamilton Elementary School25 Salisbury Ave\, North Kingstown\, RI 02852 \n\n\n\nTournament Time: 9:30am – 1:00pm \n\n\n\nTIME CONTROL: 4SS\, G/25 d/5. \n\n\n\nSECTIONS: Two USCF-rated sections and two unrated sections* \n\n\n\n–UNDER 1400 (rated section: USCF membership required**) \n\n\n\n–UNDER 700 (rated section: USCF membership required**) \n\n\n\n–UNRATED (no membership required) \n\n\n\n–NOVICE (no membership required) \n\n\n\n* If you have any questions about which section is right for your child\, please email Eduardo at epaguag@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n** For more information about USCF membership\, go to www.uschess.org or call 800-903-8723. NOTE: USCF membership must be purchased or renewed by March 7\, 2025\, if you plan on playing in a rated section. \n\n\n\nTrophies will be awarded to the top three players in each section. \n\n\n\nSections may be combined or split at the discretion of the tournament director. This is a 4-round tournament\, but a small section may have to play 3. Full-point byes may apply in sections with an odd number of players\, and ½ point byes are available in any round pending early notification to the tournament director. Please bring a chess clock if you own one. \n\n\n\nAdvance Registration: Online entry fee $25. ONLINE ENTRY ONLY. Registration closes on March 7\, 2025\, at 11:59 PM or when we hit the capacity for the venue. Scholarships may be available if needed on a case-by-case basis. Southeast New England Chess Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. \n\n\n\nDOOR REGISTRATION: THERE IS NO DOOR REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. ADVANCE REGISTRATION ONLY. \n\n\n\nRound 1 starts at 9:30 AM. Others on completion of each round. Please arrive and check in at 9:00 AM. Failure to check in by 9:20 AM may result in receiving a bye for round one. Unrated sections may finish around noon. Rated sections may finish around 1PM. \n\n\n\nFor Additional Information contact Bob Salvas at (401) 359-1602 or email: monasterychess@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFor information on all of our events\, see http://senecachess.org/.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/1st-greater-nk-scholastic-open/
LOCATION:Hamilton Elementary School\, 25 Salisbury Ave\, North Kingstown\, Rhode Island\, 02852\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southeast New England Chess Association (SENECA)":MAILTO:monasterychess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250301T200011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T061852Z
UID:15559-1742032800-1742058000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2025 OFFICIAL RHODE ISLAND SCHOLASTIC K-12 STATE CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP (East Greenwich\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MARCH 15\, 2025 \n\n\n\nSEE ADVANCE ENTRIES HERE: https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-3/ \n\n\n\n2025 Scholastic Individual Grade K-12 Championship Qualifier and School Team Championship \n\n\n\n*** OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS *** \n\n\n\n* BOTH INDIVIDUAL & TEAM PRIZES = Players can register as an Individual with or without a Team \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\nFORMAT & ROUND TIMES: 4SS\, G/45; d5 – 4 Rounds\, each player gets 45 min. each\, 5 second delayRound 1: 10:00 am – 11:40 amLunch: 11:45 am – 12:30 pmRound 2: 12:30 am – 2:10 pmRound 3: 2:10 – 3:50 pmRound 4: 3:50 – 5:30 pmAwards: 5:30 pm* Note: These are approximate round times \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* IMPORTANT ROUND 1 WILL START ON TIME AT 10:00 AM – PAIRINGS WILL BE POSTED AT 9:40 AM DAY OF EVENT ON SATURDAY  LATE ENTRIES MAY RECEIVE 1/2 PT. BYE \n\n\n\nSECTIONS = ALL 3 SECTIONS ARE USCF RATED* High School Section – Grades 9-12 * Middle School Section – Grades 6-8 * Elementary School Section – Grades K-5 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOSCA Trophies from the 2024 RI State Championship in November\, 2024\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRHODE ISLAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP REPRESENTATIVESTop Rhode Island winners from each section (plus top rated R.I. players) will be eligible to participate in the R.I. Closed Invitational Scholastic Championship Tournament on April 26-27\, 2025\, which will determine the Top 3 Player representatives from Rhode Island for U.S. Chess Federation National Denker (High School)\, Barber (Middle School) & Rockefeller (Elementary) to participate at the U.S. Chess National Tournament of State Champions in Madison\, Wisconsin on July 28 -31\, 2025. See links below for more information. \n\n\n\nU.S. Chess Federation Denker Gr. 9-12 Tournament of High School State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/denkerU.S. Chess Federation Barber Gr. 6-8 Tournament of Middle School State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/barberU.S. Chess Federation Rockefeller Gr. K-5 Tournament of Elementary School State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/rockefeller \n\n\n\nENTRY FEES* Early Bird Entry Fee is $40 until Monday 3/10. Team Early Bird Discount Entry fee is $140 ($35 each x 4 players) * Regular Registration Entry Fee is $47 until Friday 3/14. Team Regular Entry Fee is $160 ($40 each x 4 players) * Late Registration Entry Fee “The Day of Event” is $55 on 3/15. Late Team Entry Fee is $200 ($50 each x 4 players)  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n* DISCOUNT TEAM ENTRY FEE: Schools with 4 OR MORE PLAYERS or SIBLINGS are Eligible for a minus -$5-7 per person “ENTRY FEE DISCOUNT.” Note: Top 4 Team Player scores will counted for each “Team Score.” – For example\, If a team has 6 players\, the top 4 scores will be counted. Team players will not paired against each other unless they are competing for 1st Place champion in round 4\n\n\n\n\n*DISCOUNT – SIBLINGS: All siblings receive a -$5 discount on each entry fee ($35) if register by 3/13Siblings Price increases on Friday 3/14 to $84 ($42 Each). Not available on day of the event \n\n\n\n\n* DISCOUNT 1st-TIME USCF TOURNAMENT ENTRY = If this is your 1st Rated USCF Event\, OSCA will provide a discounted price of$44 for Entry Fee which Includes your $24 USCF Membership + $20 Discounted EF. Must register by Thursday 3/13.On Friday 3/14 the Discount is $50 which Includes FREE $24 USCF Youth Membership(Note this is for 1st-Time USCF Tournament players\, does not include USCF renewals for current members)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFO\n\n\n\n* Longer Game G/45;d5 Championship time control; Accelerated Pairings may be used rounds 1-2\n\n\n\n* This 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\n* Top Out-of-State Winner is eligible for a separate 1st Place trophy\, but Top R.I. 1st Place Champions must be from Rhode Island\n\n\n\n* Tournament will Start ON-TIME at 10:00 AM – Late Entries after 9:40 may receive 1/2 pt. bye\n\n\n\n* You can still register and play as an individual with no team\n\n\n\n* Players will enjoy this beautiful college venue with multiple skittles rooms provided. Plenty or parking.    college cafeteria will be open for lunch with salad bar\, soup station\, burger & deli\, pizza\, snacks and drinks\n\n\n\n* Team 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. Accelerated pairings may be used in rounds 1 & 2.\n\n\n\n* Players must be from the same school. Students must play in grade section. Please list your school on entry form.\n\n\n\n* Spectators & parents do NOT have to buy a registration ticket\, parents are free\n\n\n\n* Please bring a chess clock if you have one. Chess sets will be provided.\n\n\n\n* Questions: Text Organizer (401) 212-1335 \, or Email organizer: frank@oceanstatechess.com (Text is preferred)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nNew England Institute of Technology\n\n\n\n\n\nPart of the Lounge and Dining area\n\n\n\n\n\n College Cafeteria – Multiple Food Options\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n                   * Registration is at Bottom of This Page *
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2025-osca-gr-k-12-scholastic-championship/
LOCATION:New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island\, 02818\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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SUMMARY:RICS March Scholastic Tournament (North Kingstown\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 23\, 2025 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRICS scholastic events are Not Affiliated with the Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRICS – Rhode Island Chess School found in Plaza in North Kingstown\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, March 23\, 2025 – First Round at 10am. \n\n\n\nSections: Unrated\, Under-700 (Rated)\, and Under-1400 (Rated). \n\n\n\nPlayers: Open to scholastic players\, K-12 only. \n\n\n\nFormat: 4 Round Swiss Tournament. \n\n\n\nRound Times: Round 1 at 10am. All others ASAP. \n\n\n\nTime Control: 25 Minutes with 5 second increment. Boards\, pieces\, and clocks provided. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $30.00 \n\n\n\nUSCF: Active USCF Membership required for all participants in the Rated section. \n\n\n\nPrizes: Trophies to top 3 each section\, medals to plus scores. \n\n\n\nCapacity: Tournament is limited to 32 players max. \n\n\n\nRegistration: No onsite registration. Please register online in advance. \n\n\n\nIncludes: Pizza for all tournament participants \n\n\n\nMore info: email info@richessschool.com \n\n\n\n\nBoards\, sets and clocks provided. We reserve the right to split or combine sections if necessary\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://www.richessschool.com/tournaments
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/rics-scholastic-2/
LOCATION:Rhode Island Chess School\, 679 Boston Neck Rd\, North Kingstown\, Rhode Island\, 02852\, United States
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UID:14735-1742774400-1742860799@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:USCF SUPER NATIONALS VIII - Early Entry by March 24 (Orlando\, FL) - May 8-11\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Chess Federation Grade K-12 Nationals – Combined High School\, Middle School\, & Elementary School \n\n\n\nMay 9-11\, 2025 · Orlando\, Florida(May 8\, 2025 – Bughouse & Blitz) \n\n\n\n* $100 = EARLY ENTRY DEADLINE by MARCH 24\, 2024 * $150 online or postmarked by April 14th; $225 by April 28\, 2025; $350 online ONLY by 11am Wed.\, May 7\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick Here for More information: https://www.uschess.org/tournaments/2025/sn8/ \n\n\n\nRegister Here:  https://secure2.uschess.org/webstore/tournament.php?wkevent=2025SuperNationalsVIII \n\n\n\nEntry Fee\, main event\, all sections:\n\n\n\n\n$100 online or postmarked by March 24\, 2025\n\n\n\n$150 online or postmarked by April 14\, 2025\n\n\n\n$225 online ONLY by April 28\, 2025\n\n\n\n$350 online ONLY by 11am Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025\n\n\n\n$40 for section changes requested after April 14\, 2025\n\n\n\nNO registrations by phone.\n\n\n\nNO mailed registrations postmarked after April 14\, 2025 will be accepted.\n\n\n\nNO on-site entries.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/early-entry-uscf-super-nationals-viii/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Chess Federation":MAILTO:membership@uschess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T000000
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SUMMARY:Fight With Madi - Charity Online Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:This Event Ended on 3/22/2025 – But you can still donate\, see bottom of page – We’re trying to reach our $2k goal \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 22\, 2025 – EVENT has already occurred \n\n\n\n\n    Saturday\, March 22 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nHelp Madison Fight Stage IV Cancer\n\n\n\nJoin our online chess tournament fundraiser to support 14-year-old Madison Brodeur in her battle against a rare and aggressive stage IV nasopharyngeal cancer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMadison’s Story\n\n\n\nAt just 14 years old\, Madison Brodeur is an unstoppable force. She’s fierce on the football field\, powerful on the volleyball court\, and full of life\, laughter\, and strength beyond her years. But now\, she’s facing the toughest opponent yet—a rare and aggressive stage IV nasopharyngeal cancer. \n\n\n\nDespite this unimaginable challenge\, Madi continues to fight with the same determination that makes her a standout athlete and an inspiration to everyone who knows her. Her spirit is unbreakable\, but she needs a team behind her. \n\n\n\nShane Brodeur is a proud veteran and a devoted father to his wonderful daughter\, Madison. Her extraordinary strength and resilience in the face of this daunting diagnosis has amazed everyone who knows her. Despite the challenges\, her passion for marine biology\, volleyball\, football\, and surfing remains unwavering. Her determination and vibrant spirit continue to inspire everyone around her. \n\n\n\n\nYour donation will help provide support for her – so she can get back to doing what she loves most. \n\n\n\n\nAs Madison bravely fights through chemotherapy\, your support can make a meaningful difference in her journey. Every contribution\, big or small\, makes a difference in her battle as she faces this illness with incredible courage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Information: \n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: March 22nd\, 2025 at 12:00 PM EST\n\n\n\nDuration: 2 hours\, 12:00 – 2:00 pm\n\n\n\nPrizes: 1st Place: $40 2nd Place: $30 3rd Place: $20 Pawn Island Apparel Gift Card\n\n\n\nEntry Fee: suggested Donation to Madison’s GoFundMe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-madison-fight-stage-4-cancer \n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://lichess.org/tournament/zEKFIurS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMadison with Veteran Father Shane\n\n\n\n\n\nMadison with Her Family\n\n\n\n\n\nMadison at a Sporting Event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n✨ Donate to Help Madison ✨
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/fight-with-madi-charity-online-tournament/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T100000
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SUMMARY:OSCA: 2nd Open Chess Championship at Stonehill College (Easton\, MA) - $1\,800 Prizes & Trophies
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 29\, 2025 \n\n\n\nGM Jianchao Zhou (2669) & other NM’s have registered for this event! \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES  – Go to our Menu or Click Here: https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-3/ \n\n\n\n\n\n1st Stonehill College Chess Tournament – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n1st Stonehill College Chess Tournament – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:Stonehill College. Alumni Hall125 Belmont StreetEaston\, MA 02357 \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT DIRECTIONS: Please use: 125 Belmont\, Easton\, MA with a GPS which will take you to the Main Gate. Security guard will buzz you in. Follow signs to Alumni Hall. (Note: do NOT use Stonehill’s general address 320 Washington Street which brings you to locked Side Gate) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4-Round Swiss Tournament \n\n\n\nTime Controls:Open & U1700 Challenger: G/45;d5 = 45 min. each plus 5 sec. delayExplorer U1200 & Unrated: G/30;d5 = 30 min. each plus 5 sec. delay \n\n\n\nSections & Prizes $1\,800 = $1\,500 Cash Prizes plus $300+ Trophies\, b/50 Paid entries in 3 rated sectionsOPEN: $350 – $250 – $150\, plus Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, U2000 Class Prize TrophyCHALLENGER (U1700): $250 – $150 – $100\, Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, U1400 Class Prize TrophyEXPLORER: (U1200): $125 – $75 – $50\, Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, U900 & U700 Class Prize TrophiesUNRATED: Open to all players\, no USCF membership required\, Trophy 1st Place\, 2nd & 3rd Medals \n\n\n\nOpen & Challenger(U1700) Schedule: Starts @ 10:00 AMRegistration On-site: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM\, Check-in by 9:45-9:50 amRound 1: 10:00 am – 11:40 amRound 2: 11:45 pm – 1:25 pmLunch: 1:30 – 2:30 pmRound 3: 2:30 pm – 4:10 pmRound 4: 4:15 pm – 5:55 pmAwards: 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nExplorer (U1200) & Unrated Schedule: Starts @ 11:00 AMRegistration On-Site: 10:00 am – 10:30 am\, Check-in by 10:45 amRound 1: 11:00 am – 12:10 amRound 2: 12:15 pm – 1:25 pmLunch: 1:30 – 2:30 pmRound 3:  2:30 pm – 3:40 pmRound 4:  3:45 pm – 4:55 pmAwards: 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nEntry Fees:Open: $55 Early-Bird by Mon. 3/24; Regular $65 by Friday 3/28; Day of Event or on-site $75Challenger (U1700): $45 Early-Bird by Mon. 3/24; Regular $55 by Friday 3/28; Day of Event or on-site $65Explorer (U1200): $35 Early by Mon. 3/24; Regular $45 by Friday 3/28; Day of Event or on-site $55Unrated (No USCF Membership): $25 Early by Mon. 3/24; Regular $35 by Friday 3/28; Day of Event or On-site $45* FREE Entry for GM’s\, IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s – email: frank@oceanstatechess.com\, EF may be deducted* FREE Entry for Stonehill College Students & Faculty – email: frank@oceanstatechess.com Send: full name\, phone\, which section\, USCF # if playing in rated sections \n\n\n\nDiscounts: 1st-time tournament players (USF Rated) not renewals – available until by Thurs. 3/271st-time tournament player (Age 3-18) $44 receives tournament entry plus includes a $24 Free “Youth” USCF membership1st-time tournament player (Age 19-24) $53 receives tournament entry\, plus includes a $33 Free “Young Adult” USCF membership* DISCOUNTS Available for 1st-time Adult (Age 25-64) and 1st-time Senior” (Age 65-99). Inquire by email* Note: 2 discount players entries  = 1 paid entry for b/50 cash prizes \n\n\n\nInformation & Rules:Lunch Buffet available at college cafeteria for Only $5 per person!Please bring a chess clock\, chess sets are provided.Phones must be powered off in bag and face down or left outside hallByes must be requested in advance. No headphones\, or smartwatches in the playing hallChess Notation required (except Unrated and students under age 8 years old)Ticket registration is only for Tournament players\, Parents or friends attending are FreePlease use: 125 Belmont\, Easton\, MA with a GPS\, takes you to Main Gate with security guard to help you get to Alumni HallPlayers in USCF Rated sections must have an active USCF membership. sign up for a new / renew at bottom of page. \n\n\n\nAbout Stonehill College: Stonehill College\, founded in 1948\, is a private liberal arts college in N. Easton\, MA. Known for academic excellence and a supportive community\, Stonehill hosts chess events to foster intellectual excellence and community engagement. \n\n\n\nAbout OSCA: The Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) is a non-profit organization and the Rhode Island State Affiliate.We foster a vibrant chess community organizing events and workshops to promote chess for all ages and skill levels. OSCA regularly collaborates with institutions throughout New England to create enriching experiences for chess players. \n\n\n\nContact: Text Preferred (401) 212-1335. Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\n* Registration at Bottom of Page * \n\n\n\nStonehill College\n\n\n\n\n\nAlumni Hall – Stonehill College\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Room – Stonehill College\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSkittles Room – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\nLobby – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\nParking – Alumni Hall\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ocean State Chess Association is a registered non-profit organization and the Official Rhode Island State Affiliate of the U.S. Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2nd-stonehill-college-open/
LOCATION:Stonehill College\, Alumni Hall\, 320 Washington Street\, North Easton\, Massachusetts\, 02357\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 All-Girls National Championships (Chicago\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 4-6\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n20th ANNUAL \n\n\n\nKCF ALL-GIRLS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS\n\n\n\nApril 4-6\, 2025\n\n\n\n presented by\, Kasparov Chess Foundation  \n\n\n\nRenaissance Knights Chess Foundation\, & US Chess \n\n\n\nHyatt Regency McCormick Place – Chicago\, IL2233 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr \n\n\n\nTime is running out! The entry fee for the 20th Annual KCF All-Girls National Chess Championships increases after March 10\, so don’t miss your chance to register at the lower rate! \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW >>>\n\n\n\nSecure your spot today and join us for an unforgettable weekend of competitive chess and inspiration! \n\n\n\nExciting News! Legendary World Champion Garry Kasparov to Attend the 2025 KCF All-Girls Nationals\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to announce that legendary World Champion  Garry Kasparov will be making a special appearance at the 20th Annual KCF All-Girls National Chess Championship. As one of the greatest chess players of all time\, Kasparov’s presence at this milestone event will be an unforgettable experience for all participants. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: There will be no book signing\, meet and greet\, or other open event for the public to meet Garry Kasparov. His appearance is part of the tournament activities. \n\n\n\nTOURNAMENT DETAILS\n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $ 125 by March 10\,  $ 175 by March 24\,  $225 by April 3\, $250 Onsite \n\n\n\nFormat: 6SS\, G/90\,d5 \n\n\n\nOpening Ceremony: Fri 2:30pm.  \n\n\n\nRounds: Rd. 1 – Fri 3:00pm; Rounds 2-4 – Sat 10:00am\, 2:30pm\, 6:30pm; Rounds 5-6 – Sun 9:00am & 1:00pm \n\n\n\nAwards: 5:00pm \n\n\n\nHotel: single – quad $169 Reservations: Online or (847) 777-6500.  Reserve early rate may increase / sell out.  \n\n\n\nSECTIONS / AWARDS  –  Age as of 1/1/2025 \n\n\n\nUnder 8 top 14 individuals\, top 500 – 799\, top U500\, top 6 schools \n\n\n\nUnder 10 top 16 individuals\, top 700 – 999\, top U700\, top 6 schools \n\n\n\nUnder 12 top 16 individuals\, top 900 – 1199\, top U900\, top 6 schools \n\n\n\nUnder 14 top 16 individuals\, top 1100 – 1399\, top U1100\, top 3 schools \n\n\n\nUnder 16 top 8 individuals\, Top 1300 – 1599\, top U1300\, top 3 schools \n\n\n\nUnder 18 top 8 individuals\, Top 1500 – 1799\, top U1500\, top 3 schools \n\n\n\n(top 3 players added for team scores) \n\n\n\nSIDE EVENTS  \n\n\n\nBlitz Tournament (G/3 +2) – 5 double rounds\, one section. Fri. April 4\, 7:00 PMEntry Fee: $45 by March 24\, $60 after/onsite. Online registration closes at 2 pm\, onsite registration closes at 5:00 pm.Awards: Top 10 players \n\n\n\nBughouse Tournament (G/5\,d0) – Number of rounds will be determine by the number of entries\, one section. Fri. April 4 \, 11:00 AMEntry Fee : $50 per team. Online registration closes on April 4 at 9 AM CST. Onsite registration 9 – 10 am.Awards: Top 5 teams
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2025-all-girls-national-championships/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Chess Federation":MAILTO:membership@uschess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20241119T104751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T150601Z
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SUMMARY:OSCA: 1st Paul Gavlick Rhode Island Rapid & Blitz State Championship at LaSalle Academy (Providence\, RI) - $1\,000 Prizes plus Trophies
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12\, 2025              \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGM Andrew Hong\, GM Jianchao Zhou\, GM Alexander Ivanov\, IM’s\, WIM’s\, & NM’s are registered for this event! \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES FOR EVENT: (REFRESH YOUR SCREEN) For Most Updated Listhttps://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-3/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament for ALL AGES – Rhode Island Rapid and Blitz State Championship – Play in 1 Event or Both Events on the Same DayOpen to OUT-OF STATE Players – Eligible to win all trophies – RI Champions will receive separate 1st Place Champion Trophies \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:La Salle Academy – 612 Academy Ave \, Providence\, RI 02908 \n\n\n\nEvents & Times:RI Championship Rapid Tournament: starts at 10:00 am – 12:30 pmRI Championship Blitz Tournament: starts at 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm \n\n\n\nFormatRapid Tournament: 5SS; (Single) G/10+5 = 5 Round Swiss\, each player gets 10 min + 5 second increment per game Blitz Tournament: 7SS (Double); G/5+5 = 7 Double Round Swiss (14 games)\, each player gets 5 min +5 second increment per game \n\n\n\nThis Event does not affect your regular USCF Rating\, only USCF Quick (Rapid) and Blitz Ratings – see below for more info \n\n\n\nLunch Break: 12:45 – 1:15 pmFREE PIZZA for anyone who signs up for Both Events \n\n\n\nSections & Prizes: $1\,000 Prizes plus Trophies $500 Prize Fund Each for Open Section for Both Rapid & Blitz Tournaments\, b/35 paid entries Open Section* OPEN SECTION: $500 – Both Rapid & Blitz Tournament: $250 – $150 – $100 for each event\, plus Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd places* Class Prize U1600 Championship Trophy (Open Section) – 1st place Trophy\, Medals 2nd & 3rd places 3 Scholastic Sections: – Both Rapid & Blitz Tournament: Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd places for * High School Section (Grade 9-12) – Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place\, for Both RAPID & BLITZ* Middle School Section (Grade 6-8) – Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place\, for Both RAPID & BLITZ* Elementary School Section (Grade K-5) – Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place\, for Both RAPID & BLITZ \n\n\n\nEntry FeesOpen Section: Special Price = $40 to play in Both Events includes Pizza. One Event = $25 Rapid EF\, $25 Blitz EF; GM’s\, IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s FREE. EF may be deducted from cash prizes3 Scholastic Sections: Special Price = $25 to play in Both Events includes Pizza. One Event = $15 Rapid EF; $15 Blitz EF;SPECIAL DISCOUNT:  Pay Only $5 for players Gr. 6-12 who play in the OSCA HS / MS Chess Leagues – Register by 4/11(Players must be from R.I. and MUST play in the OSCA High School or Middle School Leagues Grades 6-12 Register by 4/11)* There will be a $10 Late Entry Fee Charge for players registering the Day of the Event and may get 1/2 point bye in Round 1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscount Entries for 1st-Time USCF Tournament Players and Siblings* 1st-Time USCF Tournament (Age 3-18) Discount – Entry Includes FREE $24 USCF Membership for only $34 (Not Renewal)* 1st-Time USCF Tournament (Age 19-24) Discount – Entry Includes FREE $33 USCF Membership for only $43 (Not Renewal)* Siblings Discount – 2 Siblings (Gr. K-12) – 2 Entries for both Rapid and Blitz Events -$10\, Only $20 Each \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul W. Gavlick (1935 – 2012)\, of North Providence\, RI. played for more than 30 years\, several years holding the title of RI Speed Chess Champion. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and spoke fluent polish. Paul was one of the most active chess players  in Rhode Island\, playing every week at the Rhode Island Chess Club in Providence\, and the Blackstone Chess Club in Pawtucket.  At the Sven Brask Chess Club in Plainville\, MA\, he was the Howard Cook Memorial co-champion in 2006 and 2009. In other yearly contests at the club\, he won the “Ironman” Award in 2007\, the “Most Improved Player” Award in 2009\, and was the “Ironman” co-champion in 2010\, and played chess until age 77. His Son Paul Gavlick III and Grandson Evan Gavlick\, currently coach a free chess program for children in North Providence. Information about Paul Gavlick here: https://www.uschess.org/index.php/Obituaries/Paul-W.-Gavlick.html \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* The winners of the Open Sections will hold the Title(s) of 2025 R.I Rapid Champion\, and 2025 RI Blitz Champion* Winners of Scholastic Section will hold Title(s) of 2025 Elementary\, Middle\, High School – R.I. Rapid Champion / Blitz Champions* Both Events are Open to Out-of-State players. Eligible to win all trophies. RI Champions will receive a separate trophy* Please Bring your chess clock! OSCA has extra clocks for sale for $25. Chess sets will be provided* This event does not affect your regular rating. Rapid & Blitz Ratings are used\, regular rating used for pairings only if no ratings * Plenty of parking\, go to back parking lot and see stairs to the rear entrance to LaSalle Academy* R.I. Rapid Championship from 10:00 am -12:30 pm (2.5 hours). R.I. Blitz Championship from 1:30-3:330 pm (2 hours)* Lunch Break 12:45-1:15 pm\, Free Pizza for those players who sign up for both the Rapid & Blitz championship events* USCF Membership is required in both sections. USCF Rapid and Blitz Rules apply.
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/paul-gavlick-memorial-ri-blitz-rapid-championship/
LOCATION:La Salle Academy\, 612 Academy Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250319T165532Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Rhode Island 17 & Under Free Chess Tournament at Bryant University (Smithfield\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 19\, 2025 \n\n\n\nSee Advance Entries Here: https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-3/PLEASE REFRESH YOUR PAGE TO SEE THE MOST UP-TO-DATE ADVANCE ENTRIES   \n\n\n\n4th Annual Rhode Island 17 & Under Free Chess Tournament will be held at Bryant’s AIC Center\n\n\n\nLOCATIONBryant University\, AIC Center1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, RI 02917 \n\n\n\n* PLEASE REGISTER EARLY – TO SECURE YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE TOURNMENT  \n\n\n\nRhode Island’s 4th Annual 17 & Under Chess Tournament* Sponsored by the Bryant University Mathematics and Economics Dept. with the Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\nFREE G/15 RAPID SCHOLASTIC (UNRATED) TOURNAMENT 1:00 PM – 4:00PM \n\n\n\nSaturday April 19th\, starting at 1:15 pm (sign in by 1:00 pm)In AIC Center (Academic Innovation Center)\, at the Bryant University Campus \n\n\n\nFORMAT4SS – G15/;d5 – (UNRATED EVENT) – 4 Rounds\, players get 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 = $75 & Special Chess Medal2nd place = $50 & Special Chess Medal3rd place = $25 & Special Chess Medal \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION* Plenty of Parking\, At the Bryant Entrance\, ask Gatekeeper for directions to AIC CENTER* This is a FREE Event\, Space is limited\, REGISTER EARLY\, 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 1:00 PM\, will finish around 3:30 PM* Please bring a chess clock if you have one\, chess sets 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 School2024 Winners: Older: Amogh Hiremath 15\, N. Attleboro; Samuel Park 13\, Shrewsbury; Matthew Beauvais 17\, HopkintonYounger: Vishnu Tripurneni 11\, Hanaford; Gabriel Mussalli 10; Milton; Nina Yang 10\, Barrington \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration required no later than APRIL 17thMust Include: (See Registration Below)* First and Last name* Date of Birth & Age as of of 4-19-2025 – Years & Months old* Name of your School* USCF or Chess Rating # (if applicable) = Used only for Pairings* Contact Information \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: (click on link below)Registration Closed \n\n\n\nIf you need to cancel or have questions\, please contact organizers: frank@oceanstatechess.com  /  wzywiak@bryant.edu
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/4th-bryant-under-17-free-tournament/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250108T050725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T151025Z
UID:15014-1745656200-1745685000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: Rhode Island's 1st Closed Invitational Scholastic State Chess Championship (Providence\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Closed One Day Event – By Invitation Only (Only for Rhode Island’s Top Scholastic Players) \n\n\n\nPrestigious Tournament – 1st Time ever in Rhode Island \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation: The Wheeler School\, 216 Hope Street\, Providence\, RI 02906 \n\n\n\nFormat & Time: 4SS\, G/45;d5 – Round 1 will start at 8:30 amThere will be a short lunch break after Round 2. Event should finish around 4:00 – 4:30 pm \n\n\n\nWe are inviting the top winners from RI Scholastic K-12 State Championship\, who will have a playoff to see who will represent Rhode Island at the U.S. National Denker\, Barber\, and Rockefeller National Tournament of State Champions in Madison\, WI on July 28-31\, 2025. They will compete against the Top player from ALL 50 STATES to become the U.S. Champion. Winners will go on to World Competitions too! See US Chess Federation links below: \n\n\n\n* Qualifying Players include top two USCF rated R.I. students and top 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place finishers (tied players included) at the 2025 RI Scholastic State Championship on March 15th:https://oceanstatechess.com/ri-scholastic-state-championship/ \n\n\n\nHere is the current list of 29 students that qualify below:High School Section (Grade 9-12): Levon He\, Roland Bodnar\, Jhavin J. Patil\, Ali Hamed\, Arjun Dasari\, John Paul Beyer\, William Francis\, Evren Ozbek.Middle School Section (Grade 6-8): Gustav Wernevi\, Albert Dong\, Om KC\, Gabriel Sumilang\, Ashot Hakobyn\, Devin Tunca\, Oliver Tanasio\, Mateo Badger\, Eli Borgos\, Daniel Clark\, Nicholas Gil.Elementary School Section (Grade K-5): Royce Zhang\, Devie Coletta\, Luke Larochelle\, William Poey\, Nolan Smith\, Jayan Thavaguru\, Levi Cisneros\, Pranav Muthuselvan\, Adam Stern\, Celestino Vazquez IV. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: $35. There will be an entry fee to cover cost of trophies\, insurance\, USCF rating fees\, website\, etc. Scholarships are available. Please email the hardship reason to: frank@oceanstatechess.comYou must be on the list of students on this webpage (above) to register for this event. This is a Closed Invitational Championship. Please register as soon as possible. Registration will close on April 24 @ 11:59 PM. Your USCF Membership must be current and active. This is an Official USCF Rated Event* If you cannot attend this event\, or have questions\, contact: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInformation about the U.S. National Denker\, Barber\, and Rockefeller National Tournament of State Champions: \n\n\n\nDenker High School National Tournament of State Champions (Grade 9-12)https://new.uschess.org/denker \n\n\n\nBarber Middle School National Tournament of State Champions (Grade 6-8)https://new.uschess.org/barber \n\n\n\nRockefeller Elementary School National Tournament of State Champions (Grade K-5)https://new.uschess.org/rockefeller \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/r-i-closed-championship/
LOCATION:Wheeler School\, 216 Hope Street\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02906\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20250108T050330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T002001Z
UID:15009-1746266400-1746291600@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA's Rhode Island Amateur Mixed Team Championship (E. Greenwich\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES: (REFRESH PAGE)  https://oceanstatechess.com/advance-entries-3/ \n\n\n\nMIXED R.I. AMATEUR TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP (Teams of Any 4 Players) – Open to Out-of-State Players \n\n\n\nPick your Own Team of 4 Players – Mixed with Both Adult / Scholastic\, or whatever mix you want. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: New England Institute of Technology1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, RI 02818 \n\n\n\nFormat: 3SS; G/45+10. There 3 Rounds\, Each player gets 45 minutes each with 10 second increment \n\n\n\nStart Time: Players will check-in at 9:45 am for announcements\, Round 1 will start at 10:00 am. End around 4:30 pm Schedule: Round 1: 10:00-12:00 pm. Lunch 12:00-12:40 pm. Round 2 @ 12:45-2:45. Round 3 @ 2:45-4:45 pm \n\n\n\n2 Sections: Open Mixed Team Section – Team of Any Mixed 4 Players. Can be all Adult Team or Mixed Adult & Scholastic TeamScholastic Mixed K-12 Section – Team of 4 Scholastic Players\, Grades K-12\, any grade\, any school\, any state \n\n\n\nRules for 4 Player Teams* Teams should have 4 players (no less than a minimum of 3 players). Extra players will be assigned to teams if needed* Open to Out-of-State players\, teams can have players of any age\, any state\, any school/grade* Board numbers 1\, 2\, 3\, 4 will be ordered based on current rating (May 2025 USCF Supplement)* Format will be Fixed Roster Team: Board 1 vs Board 1\, Board 2 vs board 2\, Board 3 vs. Board 3\, etc.* For Pairing purposes only\, each team will receive an average rating (add 4 ratings divide by 4) to be used to pair teams* Individuals can sign up and will be placed on a team if or as a substitute player* Players must have a USCF Membership\, Tournament will be Dual-Rated* Teams can take a 1/2 point team bye for only one round\, must be in advance before tournament starts* Sections can be combined if needed\, all prizes from both sections will still be awarded \n\n\n\nTEAM PRIZES: $600+ = Total in Trophies\, Medals\, Free Tournament Entries\, & Cash Prizes = $200 b/20 playersOPEN MIXED TEAM SECTION = Mix of All Adult\, or Mixed Adult & Scholastic* 1st Place Mixed Team: receives 4 Team 1st Place Championship Trophies\, plus $200 in cash team prizes* 2nd Place Mixed Team: receives 4 Team Trophies\, plus 4 Free Entries to any OSCA tournament (worth up to $200)* 3rd Place Mixed Team: will receive 4 New Leap Chess Clocks\, one for each player (worth $100+)SCHOLASTIC MIXED K-12 SECTION = All team players must be grades K-12\, from any school\, any state\, any grade* 1st Place All Scholastic K-12 Team: will receive 4 – 1st Place Trophies\, one for each team player* 2nd Place All Scholastic K-12 Team: will receive 4 – 2nd Place Trophies for team players* 3rd Place All Scholastic K-12 Team: will receive 4 Medals\, one for each player \n\n\n\nEntry Fee4 Player team = $100 for a Team 4 players\, until Friday\, May 2Individual Players = $25 registration\, until Friday\, May 2 – Individual will be added to a teamLate Entry Fee the day of the event is $10 extra per player\, may receive 1/2 point bye if arrive too late \n\n\n\nNEW RULES* Cafeteria food stations available w/ Lunch Specials\, Salad\, Burgers\, Pasta\, Deli Sandwiches\, Soup\, Pizza\, Ice Cream\, Snacks.* Cafeteria (1st Floor) all food stations available from 11:30-1:00 pm\, cafeteria closes at 1:30 pm. Re-opens 5:00 – 6:30 pm.* Food will not be permitted on 3rd Floor in the Tournament rooms\, Skittles rooms\, Parent rooms* Outside take-out food discouraged\, please eat off premises; Home brought food must be eaten in 1st-Floor cafeteria area* Players\, Parents\, and Spectators must clean up after themselves. Parents can use extra rooms with plugs available for laptops* Student players under age 12 must be accompanied by a parent; No horseplay or running will be permitted by students* Anyone who breaks these rules will be asked to leave premises and may forfeit match games \n\n\n\n * REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF PAGE * \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\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF PAGE *
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/mixed-team-championship/
LOCATION:New England Institute of Technology\, 1 New England Tech Blvd.\, East Greenwich\, Rhode Island\, 02818\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T235959
DTSTAMP:20260418T084300
CREATED:20241224T121527Z
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SUMMARY:USCF Grade K-12 SUPER NATIONALS VIII (Orlando\, FL) - May 8-11\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Chess Federation Grade K-12 Nationals – Combined High School\, Middle School\, & Elementary School \n\n\n\nMay 9-11\, 2025 · Orlando\, Florida(May 8\, 2025 – Bughouse & Blitz) \n\n\n\n* EARLY ENTRY DEADLINE by MARCH 24\, 2024 * \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClick Here for More information: https://www.uschess.org/tournaments/2025/sn8/ \n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://secure2.uschess.org/webstore/tournament.php?wkevent=2025SuperNationalsVIII
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/uscf-super-nationals-viii/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Chess Federation":MAILTO:membership@uschess.org
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