We are hosting an In-Person USCF Rated Scholastic Tournament on February 24, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM. USCF Membership required. Capacity: 48 players!
LOCATION: Austin Grandmaster Chess Academy 7801 North Lamar Blvd Suite A123 Austin, TX 78752 Free parking provided!
TOURNAMENT STYLE: SECTION A: 1000 – 1400 USCF rating SECTION B: 600 – 1000 USCF rating SECTION C: Under 600 USCF rating and/or unrated. *Note that no player will be allowed to play up or down* *USCF MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED*
RATING INFORMATION: ● February 2024 official USCF ratings will be used.
4-Round Swiss System Schedule (G/30,d5) ● 1st round: 10:00 AM ● 2nd round: 11:00 AM ● Lunch break: 12:00 PM ● 3rd round: 12:30 PM. ● 4th round: 1:30 PM. ● Closing ceremony: After the last game finishes. 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.
PRIZES: ● Trophies for 1st place (in each section) ● Medals for 2nd and 3rd place (in each section)
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 for a refund. We reserve the right to charge a $15 service fee for cancellations.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY: If you would like to withdraw from the tournament after it begins, please alert the tournament director and sign a withdrawal form in the lobby prior to leaving the premises. 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.
4SS G/45, d5 chess tournament in 2 sections on January 13, 2024 hosted by Complete Chess in San Antonio. Limited to the first 40 players. Great cash prizes!
USCF rated chess tournament on February 17th in 14 RATED scholastic sections open to all Region VI players: High School (9-12) Championship High School (9-12) U1000 Middle School (6-8) Championship Middle School (6-8) U1000 Middle School (6-8) U600 Elementary (K-5) Championship Elementary (K-5) U800 Elementary (K-5) U400 Primary (K-3) Championship Primary (K-3) U800 Primary (K-3) U600 Primary (K-3) U400 Sprout (K-1) U600 Adult (no youth)
* Elementary sections are restricted to Elementary students. Middle School sections are restricted to Middle School students. Homeschoolers should follow traditional age guidelines, with 6th grade age players in Middle School.
If turnout for any one section is small (under 17 players), we may (or may not) merge it with another section having the same time controls and neighboring ratings or grades.
Location
Dwight Middle School 2454 W. Southcross San Antonio, TX 78211
Eligibility
This tournament is an official Texas Chess Association sanctioned event. TCA has specific guidelines on section placement. If you are unsure of which section you should choose, please read a description of the TCA guidelines.
“Under” sections are only for students meeting the rating criteria. All players who are new to tournaments are eligible for their age appropriate ‘under’ section. (Look up your player’s rating here. Please email ask your chess coach for placement information, or email the completechess@gmail.com.
You must have a USCF ID and your membership cannot expire before February 28, 2024.
Schedule and Round Times
Round time Championship Sections and Adult section: • In person registration at 8:00-8:45 am if not done online. • Rounds start promptly on Feb 17th at 9:00am, 10:15am, 11:30am 1:15pm and 3:00pm.
Round times for all ‘Under’ Sections (U1000,U800,U600,U400):
• In person registration at 8:00-8:45 am if not done online. • Rounds start promptly on Feb 17th at 10:00am, 11:15am, 12:20pm, 1:00pm and 2:10pm.
• All Rounds: G/30;d5
Speed games will determine the winner if multiple perfect scores occur.
Awards
Individual or team winners of each championship section are declared the Texas Region VI champion for their respective grade group. Individual trophies are awarded in each advertised scholastic section, even if merged Individual cash prizes (50% payout based on 20 entries) are awarded in the Adult section (see website for specifics). Medals are awarded to all non-trophy players with positive scores in non-adult sections. Team trophies are awarded separately in each section. School teams count the top four players (minimum two) in their respective sections. Exact number and division of trophies will depend on advance entries for individuals and teams.
Registration Information
Entry fee pricing is staggered and based on date of entry/payment. Onsite entries accepted, but may require a round 1 bye.
*January entry $30 thru 1/31/2024 * February entry $40 thru 02/16/2024 * Onsite entry $50 on 02/17/2024
Withdrawals requested via email no later than Saturday 2/10/2024 are eligible for a refund (minus a $7 processing and transaction fee).
One 1/2-point available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. Further byes receive 0-points. No last round byes. Email completechess@gmail.com to make changes to your requested byes.
Rated 5SS in 1 single section playing G/30, d5, offered by the Atlantic Chess Association on 1/13/2024. This event is limited to scholastic players only (K-3) – maximum of 30 players.
Location Bethany United Methodist Church 10010 Anderson Mill Rd Austin, TX 78750
Schedule FIVE Rounds at a time control of G/30, d5
Onsite registration : BEFORE 9:30 AM No check-in necessary if you have pre-registered.
Round One: 10:00 AM
Round Two: 11:30 AM
lunch break 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Round Three: 1:30 PM
Round Four: 3:00 PM
Round Five: 4:30 PM
An awards ceremony will be held immediately after all games in a section finish. Trophies and medals to top finishing individuals in each scholastic section; ribbons to all participants.
Limit two half-point byes. Byes must be committed 1 hr before Round 2.
Entry Fee $40 by 1/10 $45 by 1/12 $50 on or after 1/13 (on-site registration closes 30 minutes before Round 1).
Withdrawals requested via email before NOON on Friday 1/12/24 are eligible for a refund (minus a $10 processing fee). Full credit can be applied to any future tournament. No refunds for USCF memberships after purchased from USCF.
Other Notes This tournament is USCF-rated. Your USCF membership should not expire before 1/31/2024.
Boards and pieces will be provided, but please bring your chess clock. Each player should have a chess clock to play. If you do not have one, chess clocks will be available for purchase onsite.
If both players do not have a clock AND the game does not finish within one hour, TDs will put a clock with 5 mins time for each player.
We are hosting an In-Person USCF Rated Scholastic Tournament on January 20, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM. USCF Membership required. Capacity: 48 players!
LOCATION: Austin Grandmaster Chess Academy 7801 North Lamar Blvd Suite A123 Austin, TX 78752 Free parking provided!
TOURNAMENT STYLE: SECTION A: 1000 – 1400 USCF rating SECTION B: 600 – 1000 USCF rating SECTION C: Under 600 USCF rating and/or unrated. *Note that no player will be allowed to play up or down* *USCF MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED*
RATING INFORMATION: ● January 2024 official USCF ratings will be used.
4-Round Swiss System Schedule (G/30,d5) ● 1st round: 10:00 AM ● 2nd round: 11:00 AM ● Lunch break: 12:00 PM ● 3rd round: 12:30 PM. ● 4th round: 1:30 PM. ● Closing ceremony: After the last game finishes. 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.
ENTRY FEES: ● Online: $35 at https://austin-chess.com/tournaments/school_tournament/by January 14, 2024 at 11:59 pm. ● Late Online: $50 via PayPal or cash (if space is available) by January 19, 2024 at 11:59pm ● On-site: $50 via PayPal or cash (if space is available) For additional questions, please contact us at info@austin-chess.com
PRIZES: ● Trophies for 1st place (in each section) ● Medals for 2nd and 3rd place (in each section)
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 for a refund. We reserve the right to charge a $15 service fee for cancellations.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY: If you would like to withdraw from the tournament after it begins, please alert the tournament director and sign a withdrawal form in the lobby prior to leaving the premises. 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.
This slow swiss takes place over 2 weeks, with 2 games on December 9th and 2 games on December 16th. G/45 with 5 second delay. 4 round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $20.00 all. Online registration/payment requested (coming soon).
USCF membership must not expire before December 31, 2023. Please renew with the USCF (https://new.uschess.org/) before coming to the event.
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. Each round could go down to the wire!
Last chance registration happens onsite 3:00-3:45pm on December 9th. No pre-registration for round 1 is necessary. Email pre-registration is accepted; however, online payment is preferred)! If you email to register, you must show up and pay no later than 3:45pm! First round begins at 4pm. Please be on time! Participants who wish to enter the tournament late may email Austin Chess Club. Late entry must be made (emailed) before 10am on Saturday, December 16th to secure a round 3 pairing.
Location: The Upbring School of Arts and Sciences 3407 Red River St Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area. FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot); go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms. PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
St. Paul Lutheran Church parking lot (marked by a blue blotch)
Sabina Apartments (underground?) parking, open to the public
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here. Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/. (Please read the website before emailing with questions.)
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. We suggest that scholastic players have reached a rating of 400 before participating. USCF membership must not expire before December 31, 2023. Please renew with the USCF (https://new.uschess.org/) before coming to the event.
A one-day tournament on December 2nd offering G/24 with 5 sec. delay per move. 4 Round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $15.00 all. USCF membership required. Online registration and paymentsuggested.
We would like to start on-time. Please arrive early. Entries must be received and paid in full by 3:45pm. Online entry preferred.
Cost is $15/player. We would like the first round to begin at 4:00pm sharp. Doors open at 3:00pm, so please arrive early. Follow the signs to our meeting areas.
Please bring a set and a board and some patience as we get used to our new surroundings. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again and meeting new people!
Location: The Upbring School of Arts and Sciences 3407 Red River St Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area. FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot); go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms. PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
St. Paul Lutheran Church parking lot (marked by a blue blotch)
Sabina Apartments (underground?) parking, open to the public
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here. Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/. Please read the website thoroughly before emailing with questions.
A one-day tournament on November 25th offering G/24 with 5 sec. delay per move. 4 Round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $15.00 all. USCF membership required. Online registration and paymentsuggested.
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. We suggest that scholastic players have reached a rating of 400 before participating. USCF membership must not expire before November 30, 2023. Please renew with the USCF (https://new.uschess.org/) before coming to the event.
We would like to start on-time. Please arrive early. Entries must be received and paid in full by 3:45pm. Online entry preferred.
Cost is $15/player. We would like the first round to begin at 4:00pm sharp. Doors open at 3:00pm, so please arrive early. Follow the signs to our meeting areas.
Please bring a set and a board and some patience as we get used to our new surroundings. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again and meeting new people!
Location: The Upbring School of Arts and Sciences 3407 Red River St Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area. FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot); go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms. PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
St. Paul Lutheran Church parking lot (marked by a blue blotch)
Sabina Apartments (underground?) parking, open to the public
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here. Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/. Please read the website thoroughly before emailing with questions.
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