Registration will open on November 14, 2026 @ 10:00am.
This event is for registrants age 5 to 18.
Program Description
Event Details
Join us for a FREE Chess Tournament! This will be a US Chess Federation rated tournament, meaning all participants must be registered USCF members. Purchase youth memberships for $24/year at the USCF website. Limited scholarships may be available if needed, please contact ben@mfplibrary.com for more information.
Please register each participant and include their USCF membership number in the appropriate field.
Tournament Details:
List of registered players can be found at this link.
Swiss tournament, 5 rounds, G/15 inc/5 (15 minute clock for each player with a 5 second increment).
Sign-in begins at 10:00 AM. Announcements and briefing will occur at 10:20.
Round 1 start time: 10:30 AM
Subsequent rounds will take place 10 minutes after the previous round ends.
Lunch break will be from 1:00 to 1:30 (may be shifted slightly depending on the previous round’s end time).
NOTE: If you need a half-point bye round because of scheduling conflicts, please contact ben@mfplibrary.com with the round you will need a bye (limit: 1 bye round). Must commit before round 1 begins.
Players will be divided into 2-3 sections by USCF rating or age, depending on the number of registered rated players.
Touch moves (you must move the first piece you touch on your turn).
Only one hand is allowed to touch the pieces and clock.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure a welcoming and accessible environment. We can provide accommodations for people with disabilities or food allergies at library events. Please contact programs@mfplibrary.org at least seven days before the event to request accommodations.
Photo Permission
Library workers often take pictures during library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, contact programs@mfplibrary.org.
Registration will close on November 7, 2026 @ 10:00am.
This event is for registrants age 5 to 18.
Program Description
Event Details
Join us for a FREE Chess Tournament! This will be a US Chess Federation rated tournament, meaning all participants must be registered USCF members. Purchase youth memberships for $24/year at the USCF website. Limited scholarships may be available if needed, please contact ben@mfplibrary.com for more information.
Please register each participant and include their USCF membership number in the appropriate field.
Tournament Details:
List of registered players can be found at this link.
Swiss tournament, 5 rounds, G/15 inc/5 (15 minute clock for each player with a 5 second increment).
Sign-in begins at 10:00 AM. Announcements and briefing will occur at 10:20.
Round 1 start time: 10:30 AM
Subsequent rounds will take place 10 minutes after the previous round ends.
Lunch break will be from 1:00 to 1:30 (may be shifted slightly depending on the previous round’s end time).
NOTE: If you need a half-point bye round because of scheduling conflicts, please contact ben@mfplibrary.com with the round you will need a bye (limit: 1 bye round). Must commit before round 1 begins.
Players will be divided into 2-3 sections by USCF rating or age, depending on the number of registered rated players.
Touch moves (you must move the first piece you touch on your turn).
Only one hand is allowed to touch the pieces and clock.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
Registration for this event is required.
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure a welcoming and accessible environment. We can provide accommodations for people with disabilities or food allergies at library events. Please contact programs@mfplibrary.org at least seven days before the event to request accommodations.
Photo Permission
Library workers often take pictures during library programs to use in promotional materials and online. If you do not want your photo used, contact programs@mfplibrary.org.
Compete with Complete Chess March 14th for our second ever team Tournament!
3-Person Team Chess Tournament
14-Team Cap • $125 per Team • $750 Prize Fund • 4 Rounds • Open to All
USCF Rated Event
Schedule
Format: 4 Rounds • G/40;d5
Round Times: 10:00, 11:45, 1:30, 3:15
Location
Sideliners: 15630 Henderson Pass, San Antonio, TX 78232
Teams & Sections
Teams consist of 3 players.
All teams must declare a team name when registering.
Sections by team average rating:
U1800 (Championship): Avg ≤1800
U1500: 1200–1499
U1200/Unrated: <1200 or unrated team
Team average rating = (Board 1 + Board 2 + Board 3) ÷ 3, using latest USCF Regular ratings.
Entry
All-Member Teams: Free
Mixed or Non-Member Teams: $125 per team
Cap: 14 teams (42 players)
Registration: Pre-registration only
Register Now!
Team captain registers all 3 players
Choose your Team Name
Pairings
All teams play in one open Swiss (4 rounds).
Pairings are determined by team average rating.
Boards
Board order must follow rating order (highest on Board 1).
Lineup is fixed once Round 1 begins.
Time Control & Schedule
G/40; d5
4 rounds total.
Teams must check in 30 minutes before Round 1.
Prizes
U1800: $350
U1500: $250
U1200/Unrated: $150
One prize per team.
Prizes awarded to the team captain for distribution.
Equipment
All boards, pieces, and clocks are provided by the club.
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after September 5th of the event. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
Join us in December Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on December 12th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after December 5th. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
Join us in October Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on Oct 10th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after October 3rd. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
September 4, 2026 to September 7, 2026 La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk 303 Blum St, San Antonio TX 78205
$10,000 Prize Fund
Based on 150 entries
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/92SWO
Event Overview
The 92nd Southwest Open is hosted by the Texas Chess Association (US Chess Affiliate T5011914). The tournament features two main sections and two side events (Blitz and Freestyle). All players in the Championship section must have a FIDE ID, and foreign players must disclose their FIDE ID prior to Round 1.
The Championship section will be FIDE-rated and played under FIDE rules. US Chess ratings and rules will be used for pairings and prize eligibility. Players rated 1800 to 1999 may enter the Championship section by paying an additional $40 play up fee. The September 2026 US Chess rating supplement will be used. Texas Chess Association membership is required for all players, including those from out of state.
Sections
Championship: FIDE & US Chess rated, 7SS, G/90+30
Reserve: US Chess rated, 7SS, G/90+30
Eligibility
Championship: Open to players rated 2000 or above (US Chess regular or FIDE), or those who have previously held a 2000+ rating. National invitational representatives are allowed to play in the Championship.
Reserve: Open to players rated under 2000 and unrated players.
Open to all US Chess and TCA members. Foreign titled players (GM, IM, WGM, WIM) do not need US Chess membership.
Entry Fees
Championship & Reserve
$125 through July 31 (Early Bird)
$155 through August 31
$185 through September 3
$205 on September 4 and onsite (registration closes 1 hour before Round 1)
GMs and foreign IMs free entry in Championship section
Re-entry: $40 (Reserve section only, available before the start of Round 3)
*Unrated players may play in the Reserve section. In the Reserve section, unrated players are NOT eligible for Top Class B prize.
Prizes
Championship:
1st $3000
2nd $1500
3rd $750
1st U2200 $500
2nd U2200 $300
Top Female $325
Reserve (U2000):
1st $1000
2nd $750
3rd $500
Top Class B $500
Top U1600/Unrated $500
Top Female $325
Forfeit Rule
Players in the Championship and Reserve sections who fail to appear within 30 minutes of round start forfeit the game unless the Chief TD otherwise provides for good cause. In all other sections, a player forfeits the game only if their time expires on the clock before they arrive.
Up to two 1/2-point byes are available if requested before the end of round 2 and before receiving a full-point bye, but 1/2-point byes for both rounds 6 and 7 are not permitted.
Side Events
Texas Blitz Championship: Sunday, September 6, 7:30pm: 5 round Double Swiss G/5 time control. This is US Chess rated. The entry fee is $30 ($50 onsite). Registration closes 1 hour before round 1. Regular rating will be used if you don’t have a blitz rating. 2 sections Championship 1600+ and Reserve U1600.
Prizes (based on 20 entries): Championship: 1st $150, 2nd $75, Top U2000 $75; Reserve: 1st $125, 2nd $75.
Texas Freestyle Championship: Sunday, September 6, 9:30pm: 5 round Swiss G/7+3 Freestyle, also known as Chess 960 or Fischer Random, is a chess variant where the starting position is randomized. This is not rated. The entry fee is $30.
Prizes (based on 20 entries): Open: 1st $150, 2nd $75, Top U2000 $75
TCA Annual Membership Meeting
Friday, September 4th, 8:00pm.
This is a business meeting where members will hear reports from officers and vote on important business affecting the Association. All TCA members who are Texas residents and at least 16 years of age are voting members. Everyone is welcome to attend. An agenda will be posted on the TCA website at least two weeks in advance.
Change Request Form (for section changes, name corrections, etc.)
All requests must be submitted through the form. Requests will not be accepted by email, text, phone, or in person; https://forms.gle/7ki2kjgGSTf2AGju5
Other Rules and Information
Chess sets and clocks provided Notation required. All players are required to use tournament provided electronic notation devices when directed by tournament staff. Failure or refusal to comply may result in forfeiture or other penalties at the discretion of the Chief Tournament Director. Food and drinks are not allowed in the playing hall. Water is the only exception. No electronic devices (except necessary medical equipment and clocks) in Championship and Reserve. Players in other sections may use electronic notation devices endorsed by US Chess. Only players whose game is in progress, tournament directors and staff, TCA officers, and press are allowed in the hall during rounds. Refunds available until September 1, 12:00pm, subject to a $25 fee. Only Texas residents are eligible for state champion titles. Players requiring accommodations due to disability or religious reasons should contact the organizer as soon as possible, preferably at least two weeks before the tournament.
Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk 303 Blum, San Antonio TX 78205
Help support one of Texas’ premier chess events. Sponsorships help increase prize funds, improve the player experience, and support the Texas Chess Association’s mission of growing chess across the state.
Businesses and individuals can sponsor the event at a variety of levels. Sponsors receive recognition through event signage, the tournament website, social media, printed materials, and other promotional opportunities depending on sponsorship level.
Join us in August Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out! Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/august-uscf-rated-chess-tournament-tickets-1982197752838?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on August 8th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after August 1st. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on July 18th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
Join us in July Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out! Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/july-uscf-rated-chess-tournament-tickets-1982197561265?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after July 11th . All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
Join us in July Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on July 18th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after July 11th . All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
Join us in May Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on May 9th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after May 2nd. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
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