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SUMMARY:2026 Connecticut Classical Championship (Windsor\, CT) - $12\,000 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Feb. 6 – Sunday\, Feb. 8\, 2026 (2 or 3 Day Event Options) \n\n\n\n$12\,000 Prizes ($7\,000 Guaranteed) & Trophy Awards!Excellent Central Hotel Venue; FIDE-rated; GM/IMs FREE40 USCF Grand Prix Points; 100 CSCA Grand Prix Points \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nHilton Garden Inn\, Windsor\, CT\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation: Hilton Garden Inn Hartford North\, 555 Corporate Drive\, Windsor\, CT 06095Hotel rate: $125-125 by 1/23\, may increase after\, reserve here; Parking is FREE;Complimentary Bradley International Airport and area shuttle available. \n\n\n\nDate/Time: Fri-Sun\, February 6-8 (3-Day) or Sat-Sun\, February 7-8 (2-Day)Schedules: 3-Day: 2/6: 7p\, 2/7: 9a\, 2p\, 6:30p\, 2/8: 10a\, 2:30p2-Day: 2/7: 9a\, 11a\, 2p\, 6:30p\, 2/8: 10a\, 2:30pmRegister online thru 1 PM on 2/7; Onsite on 2/6 ends at 6 PM – REGISTER HERE \n\n\n\nSections / Rounds 6 Rounds SS; Sections – Open (1800+); U2100; U1800; U1500; U1200;3-Day: G/90+30; TC/Byes: 2-Day: 2 Rds G/45+10\, 4 Rds G/90+30; FIDE (Open\, U2100)\, USCF\, NE rateByes: Two ½ point byes in all but final Round.Grand Prix: 40 Enhanced USCF Grand Prix Points; 100 Enhanced CSCA Grand Prix Points.Sections & Prizes: $12\,000 Total – $10\,000 b/180; Plus $2\,000 Additional Prizes GuaranteedOpen Section: $1\,400-700-500\, Top U2300: $400-300; U2100 Section: $1\,200-600-400 U1800 Section: $1\,000-500-350 U1500 Section: $800-400-300U1200 Section: $600-300-250Additional Prizes – $2\,000 Guaranteed:(1) Perfect Bonus: Added to first place for 6-0 score(s): $500 in Open\, $300 in U2100\, $200 other sections; (2) Alex Relyea Memorial Prize: $600 to Event’s Top Upset. Prizes via PayPal. Trophies/plaques to first place. Alternative first place tiebreak may be employed\, not affecting cash prizes. \n\n\n\nEntry Fee: Register online; $108 by 1/26\, $128 by 2/3\, $158 by 2/5\, $200 thereafter. GM/IM FREE by 1/28\, then from prizes. Member/sibling/senior/veteran/hardship discounts\, email us for code. Reentry: Before Round 3\, $100 cash\, not in Open. \n\n\n\nTOURNMENT FLYER – CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nNotes: [1] Other states. ALL STATES AND COUNTRIES WELCOME! [2] Unrated. Not permitted in Open\,limited to $400\, $300\, $200\, $150 in prizes in lower sections\, respectively. [3] Prizes & tax requirements. Allprizes are paid via PayPal. Players winning $600 or more in a calendar year must submit a W-9 toevents.CSCA@gmail.com. [4] Refunds/Cancellation Policy: To withdraw and request a refund\, players MUSTemail their request to events.CSCA@gmail.com no later than Feb 4 at 11:59 PM. Refunds are subject to $20administrative fee. [5] Unauthorized solicitation is prohibited. CSCA Promotion Policy at CSCA Tournaments &Events is in effect. Please contact the CSCA for promotional opportunities. \n\n\n\nFor More information Contact: Alex Lumelsky\, CSCA President – chess.csca@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSponsored by the Connecticut State Chess Association (CSCA)
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2026-connecticut-classical/
LOCATION:Rhode Island
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut State Chess Association":MAILTO:CSCA@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:OSCA: 1st North Providence Chess Tournament (North Providence\, RI) - $500 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, FEBRUARY 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES: CLICK HERERefresh Webpage Frequently \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation:North Providence High School1828 Mineral Spring AveNorth Providence\, RI 02904 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat & Time Control4SS\, G/30; d5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay (All Sections)Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM. \n\n\n\n* REGISTER EARLY – LIMITED SPACE – SEE RGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF PAGE * \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES: $500 b/30 paid entries\, plus Trophies* OPEN = $200 – $100\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1600 = $100 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place– Biggest Upset Prize $50 for Open/U1600 Sections* U1200 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U800 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd 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 20-30 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 $35 (Early-Bird by Saturday 2/1). Regular entry is $40 (by Thurs. 2/5). Late Entry $10 More* U1600 SECTION: EF: $35 (Early-Bird by Saturday 2/1). Regular entry is $40 (by Thurs. 2/5). Late Entry $10 More* U1200 SECTION: EF $30 (Early-Bird by Saturday 2/1). Regular entry is $35 (by Thurs. 2/5). Late Entry $10 More* U800 SECTION: EF $30 (Early-Bird by Saturday 2/1). Regular entry is $35 (by Thurs. 2/5). Late Entry $10 More \n\n\n\nFREE ENTRY: Email organizer: frank@oceanstatechess.com* GM’s\, WGM’s\, IM’s\, WIM’s\, FM’s. EF will not be deducted from your prizes.* All North Providence High School Students\, email organizer in advance* Scholarships available\, please email organizer in advance with hardship reason \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: Registration Includes US Chess Membership!* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) $39 includes FREE USCF “Youth” membership worth $24 Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, in advance\, for U800 & U1200 Sections (Save $15-20) \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) $48 includes FREE USCF membership worth $33  Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, in advance\, U800\, U1200\, U1600\, Open Sections (Save $15-$20) \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 25-64) $69 includes FREE USCF “Adult” membership worth $54  Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, done in advance\, U1200\, U1600\, Open Sections (Save $15-20) \n\n\n\n* 1st-TIME SENIOR TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) $63 includes FREE USCF “Adult” membership worth $48 Must be new Membership\, Not renewals\, done in advance\, U1200\, U1600\, Open Sections (Save $15-20) \n\n\n\nU.S. Chess Memberships – USCF Required in Rated Sections\, sign-up for a New Membership or Renew at bottom of this page \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Register early\, there is limited space for participants* Plenty of Parking in the front of the school\, See entrance in front & follow signs* 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 and chess clocks provided. There will most likely be a 30 minute lunch break.* Players can only register one section above rating. For example 1059 rated player can play in U1200 or U1600\, Not in Open Section.* Please register early\, limited space and save money on entry fee* USCF membership required to play in “Rated” sections. No Unrated sections for this event* Late Entries the day of event will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Text all questions to Frank DelBonis (401) 212-1335. or email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\n     \n\n\n\n\n\nNorth Providence High School Front Entrance \n\n\n\n\n\nLibrary Media Center\, Tournament Location\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\nSee all the events past & present on our website: https://oceanstatechess.com/
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/north-providence-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:North Providence High School\, 1828 Mineral Spring Ave\, North Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02904\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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SUMMARY:Thursday\, Feb. 26: OSCA Cranston Chess Club Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled Tonight Only  – Most players will not be attending due to recent snow storm \n\n\n\nThe Cranston Club meeting next week on Thursday\, March 5\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe are playing next Thursday\, February 13\, 2025
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/cranston-chess-club-cancelled-tonight/
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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SUMMARY:OSCA Premier "Rhode Island Open" Championship (East Greenwich\, RI) - $2\,000 Guaranteed + Trophies - Registration Open
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, FEBRUARY\, 28\, 2026 \n\n\n\nSNOW UPDATE: TOURNAMENT IS HAPPENING SATURDAY – PARKING LOT PLOWED & ROADS GOOD – NO ISSUES100 PLAYERS REGISTERED \n\n\n\nOPEN TO OUT-OF STATE PLAYERS – ADULT & SCHOLASTIC SECTIONS – TITLE PLAYERS REGISTERED \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES – CLICK HERERefresh Webpage Frequently \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:4SS – 4 Round Swiss System Scoring: All Sections are USCF Dual Rated Sections & Time Controls* Championship Section: G/45+10 (approx. 55-60 min.)* Amateur Section (U1700): G/45+10 (approx. 55-60 min)* U1200 Section: G/30;d5* U800 Section: G/30;d51st Round StartChampionship & Amateur Sections: 9:30 AM\, Sections will start on time\, no delaysU1200 & U800 Sections: 10:00 AM\, Sections will start on time\, no delays \n\n\n\nTotal Prizes: $2\,000 GUARANTEED + $700 in TROPHIES \n\n\n\nOpen Championship SectionTotal Cash Prize Fund: $1\,250 + Trophies1st place: $600 and State Champion Trophy2nd place: $300 and Trophy3rd place: $200 and Trophy* Class Prize – U1900 Top Finisher: $150 and Trophy Amateur Championship (U1700 Section) Total Cash Prize Fund: $900 + Trophies1st place: $400 and State Amateur Champion Trophy2nd place: $250 and Trophy3rd place: $150 and Trophy* Class Prize – U1400 Top Finisher $100 + Trophy U1200 & U800 Sections1st place: Trophy2nd place: Trophy3rd place: TrophyU1200 & U800 Class Prize TrophiesScore of 2.5 – 3.0 who do not win trophies will receive Medals**Per USCF Regulations\, Unrated players may enter the Amateur and Championship sections\,but are not eligible for the U1900 or U1400 Class Prizes Entry Fee Dates and RegistrationEarly Bird Registration: Until Sunday\, February 22\, 2026 @ 11:59 pmRegular Registration: February 23 – 26  + $10 moreLate Registration: February 27 & 28 = + $15 moreFREE ENTRY for GM’s & IM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s\, FM’s\, Email organizer: Click here to show mail address  \n\n\n\nEntry FeesChampionship Section: (Early-Bird) $55 Extended to 2/26; (Regular) $65 by 2/27\, (Late) $80 Day of event 2/28Amateur U1700 Section: (Early-Bird) $55 Extended to 2/26; (Regular) $65 by 2/27; (Late) $80 Day of event 2/28U1200 Section: (Early-Bird) $40 Extended to 2/26; (Regular) $50 by 2/27; (Late) $65 Day of event 2/28.U800 Section: (Early-Bird) $35 Extended to 2/26; (Regular) $45 by 2/27; (Late) $60 Day of event 2/28. \n\n\n\nSPECIAL DISCOUNTS: Registration Includes USCF Membership!* 1st-TIME STUDENT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) $49 includes FREE USCF “Youth” membership worth $24Must be new 1 Year membership not renewals\, in advance\, for U800\, U1200. U1600 Sections (Save $10-15)* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT TOURNAMENT DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) $58 includes FREE USCF membership worth $33Must be new 1 Year membership not renewals\, in advance\, U800\, U1200\, U1600 Sections (Save $10-$15) Additional Information Regarding Entries* 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 20-30 Minutes before Round 1\, Tournament will NOT be delayed \n\n\n\n2026 Rhode Island Open Championship Trophies\n\n\n\n  Round Times – Open Championship & U1700 Championship (G/45+10)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 Round Times – U1200 & U800 (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 are eligible for 1st\, 2nd 3rd place trophies\, however the Special (separate) 1st Place State Championship Trophy for R.I. Open Champion\, and the R.I. Open Amateur Champion (U1700) must be R.I. residents.* If a non-resident wins sections\, they receive the 1st place monetary prize & trophy too. but the title of Champion and Amateur Champion would go to the RI resident with the highest score. Out-of-State players eligible for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place trophies* Players can only play up one section from their rating in the most recent published USCF Rating Supplement* Ratings less than 1200 cannot enter the Open section\, and ratings less than 800 cannot enter the Amateur (U1700) section.* Note: All Sections will be playing in side rooms\, not in large hall for this event* Players can take one 1/2 bye in advance\, but must be requested before round 1\, After Rd 1 player receives 0 Point bye* Half point byes can be requested for round 4 in advance before round 1; However\, you may be ineligible for money prizes.* Active USCF membership is required for all sections. If expired please renew USCF membership at bottom of page* Chess Sets will be provided. Clocks are limited\, so please bring a clock if you have one* February 2026 USCF Rating Supplement used unless you are unrated. Provisional USCF rating established after 4 games. Campus Information* Plenty of parking. beautiful college campus. extra skittles rooms\, lounge.* Affordable food/drinks available in Cafeteria on site. Lunch breaks see schedule above* No outside food will be allowed on the 3rd floor Tournament area or rooms.* 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* 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\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\nThe “Rhode Island Open” is an official Open State Championship event which is sanctioned by U.S.C.F.to be organized and directed by the R.I. State Chapter Affiliate of the U.S. Chess Federation (USCF Bylaws)
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/rhode-island-open/
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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