The Austin Grandmaster Chess Academy is hosting a weekly blitz tournament on Wednesday evenings for players aged 14+ or younger players with mature ratings (1400+). 6:00-8:30. USCF Membership required. Capacity: 60 players
Austin Grandmaster Chess Academy
12466 Los Indios Trail
Austin, TX 78729
TOURNAMENT STYLE:
9 Round Swiss, one section, Time control: G/3;+2
RATING INFORMATION:
● Published official USCF ratings will be used.
● Unofficial USCF ratings will be used if unrated or to play in a
higher section.
● Players must reveal foreign, FIDE, and other over-the-board
ratings. These ratings will be adjusted, if necessary, and may be
used if they are higher than USCF ratings.
TIME CONTROL & SCHEDULE:
NOTE: Half-point byes are acceptable for all rounds, limit 1. Must commit before the 1st round.
One section: G/3;+2
● 1st round: 6:00 PM
● 2nd round: 6:15 PM
● 3rd round: 6:30 PM
● 4th round: 6:45 PM
● 5th round: 7:00 PM
● 6th round: 7:30 PM
● 7th round: 7:45 PM
● 8th round: 8:00 PM
● 9th round: 8:15 PM
The Closing ceremony for each will take place after the final round of that section.
PLAYERS MAY NOT POSSESS CELL PHONES DURING THE TOURNAMENT. Any violators may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture.
ENTRY FEES:
● $20 online at https://austin-chess.com/tournaments/wednesday-blitz-night-2026-jan-21/
For additional questions, please contact us at info@austin-chess.com
PRIZES: 30%, 20%, 10% of Entry Fees
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you do not wish to participate in our tournament after paying the entry fee, please email us at info@austin-chess.com no later than 24 hours in advance. We reserve the right to charge a $5 service fee for cancellations. NO refunds will be issued if we are notified of cancellation within 24 hours of the start of the event.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY: If you would like to withdraw from the tournament after it begins, please alert the tournament director. NO refunds will be issued after the tournament begins.
NO-SHOW POLICY: There are NO refunds or credit for players who do not show up for their scheduled tournament matches.
Please contact us at info@austin-chess.com for any additional questions or concerns.
Sections
Blitz
Prizes
Prizes are determined by paid entry fees.
First Place: 30%
Second Place: 20%
Third Place: 10%
There will be no closing ceremony but prizes will be sent after the tournament is complete via PayPal
Rules
SECTIONS: All players will be playing in the same section. (USCF Rated)
Players aged 14 or older, as well as those rated above 1400 USCF, will be allowed into the tournament.
ENTRY FEE:
Standard Fee: $20 before 11:59PM March 18
Late Fee: $30 on or after March 19th
TIME CONTROL: Game 3 min + 2 sec increment
9-Round Swiss System Schedule
Rounds will be started as soon as the last game is finished.
There will be a 10 minute break after Round 5.
NOTE: Half-point byes are acceptable for all rounds, limit 1. Must commit before the 1st round.
PLAYERS MAY NOT POSSESS CELL PHONES DURING THE TOURNAMENT. Please leave your phone at home, in your car, or turned off (vibrate/silent not acceptable) on top of your table.
Any violators may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture.
Policies
Cancellations made 7+ days before the event receive a full refund.
Cancellations made within 7 days of the event receive a 50% refund.
No refunds for cancellations made on the day of the event.
No-shows will not receive a refund.
Contact
info@austin-chess.com
Additional Information
12466 Los Indios Trail, Ste.100 Austin, TX 78729 Free Parking Provided