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US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026

National Championship Event

Rosen Shingle Creek

Thursday, December 10, 2026 – Sunday, December 13, 2026

Event Overview

US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026

Rosen Shingle Creek. 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819.

Click Here to book your room now! Reserve by 11/17/26 for the lowest rate.

  • Click here for the main event website for the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026
  • Click here for all tournament rules, regulations, and information
  • Be sure to read the 2026-27 US Chess Scholastic Rules and Regulations for all terms and conditions of the event.
  • General Questions, including withdrawals and refunds: contact nationalevents@uschess.org
  • US Chess will issue badges to all participants. Badges will be required to enter the defined playing area.
    • Each participant registration in the tournament is allowed a single Accompanying Person
    • Please Click here to read about the badging process. 

Each player’s rating will be review by the Rating Review Group, per the US Chess Scholastic Rules and Regulations.

CLICK HERE (link will be made active the week before the event) for the reviewed ratings and rating recommendations of pre-registered players.

Main Event Entry Fees

  • $105 until Monday, 10/26/2026, 11:59pm EST – Early Entry Fee
  • $160 until Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm EST – Regular Entry Fee
  • $235 until Monday, 11/30/2026, 11:59pm EST – Late Entry Fee
  • $360 until Thursday, 12/10/2026, 8:00am EST – Late Online Entry Fee
  • $400 until Friday, 12/11/2026, 10:00am EST – Late Onsite-Only Entry Fee – ONLY at Chess Control

Service Charges

  • $40 Service Charge for all Withdrawal/Refund Requests after Monday, 10/26/2026, 11:59pm EST$40 Service Charge for all Section Change Requests after Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm EST$40 Service Charge for all Roster Change Requests after Monday, 11/09/2026, 11:59pm ESTNO Refunds after Thursday, 12/10/2026, 11:00am EST (11am Thursday of event weekend)

Main Event Information

  • This US Chess Scholastic National Tournament adheres to the US Chess Official Rules of Chess and the 2026-2027 US Chess Scholastic National Tournament Regulations
  • Each Grade (Kindergarten through 12th Grade) has its own section
  • Players must play in their corresponding Grade section (Scholastic Regulations Section 4)
  • All sections will play 7 rounds of Swiss-paired G/90;d10
  • Players will be paired according to the December 2026 Rating Supplement
    • All player ratings will be reviewed by the Tournament Review Group (Scholastic Regulations 4.6.3)
  • Chess Sets and score sheets are provided. 
  • Players must bring clocks.
    • Players are expected to know how to set, pause, and operate their chess clock
    • Click here for a helpful video on how to set your clock
  • US Chess membership through December 2026 is required.
  • All on-site Bye requests, withdrawals, questions, and customer support can be handled at “Chess Control” (service, registration, and help desk)

Awards and Prizes

  • Click Here – for all information about Prizes for all sections in the Main Event
  • Awards will be presented on-stage once all games have been completed.
  • Check the Schedule for times and locations of the awards ceremony for your section.
  • Side Event awards will be presented prior to the start of rounds in the main playing hall.  Check the Schedule for times and locations of the awards ceremony for your side event.
  • Questions about awards, early pick-up, etc.?  See the Chess Control help-desk at the event.

Misc. Information

  • Check the Schedule for times and locations of all events.Questions about times, locations, floor maps, etc.?
    • Click here for the main event website for the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026
    • Or, see the Chess Control help-desk at the event.
  • General Questions, including pre-event withdrawals and refunds: contact nationalevents@uschess.org

Registration for other events:

  • Click here for information about the US Chess Grade (K-12) National Championships 2026.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Bughouse Tournament. Registration is on-site only at Chess Control.
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Puzzle-Solving Championship.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the K-12 Grades 2026 – Blitz Tournament.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information about the Special Guest GM Simul Exhibition.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information for the K-12 Grades 2026 – Friends & Family Tournament. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Click here for information for the K-12 Grades 2026  – Additional Accompanying Persons badges. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for an additional accompanying persons badge.

Further inquiries should be directed to Click here to show mail address

Address:

9939 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
United States

Sections: 13

Grand Prix Points:

Prize Fund:

FIDE Rated: No

Handicap Accessible: No

Residency Restriction: No

Online Event: No

Organizer Overview

US Chess

Email: pete.karagianis@uschess.org

Phone: 9312009477

Website: https://new.uschess.org/

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Open Section at NYOS 11/14/26

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the “View live tournament dashboard” link to get to them).

Register HERE! When you click the link, scroll to the bottom for registration.

See Preregistration List HERE! Click link, then scroll down past tournament info.

 
 

Basics

This is a Swiss-system US Chess-rated tournament, so everyone plays all day—there is no “elimination.” Players must know how to play the game of chess! We follow US Chess rules including: touch-move, mandatory clocks (bring your own if at all possible), and mandatory notation. If registrations exceed 32 in any one section, we reserve the right to split into two sections.

Location – Updated 9/13/26!

NYOS
12333 N Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78753

Eligibility

Open Section:
All adults – if you have a child in a scholastic section, include a note with their full name when registering.
Any youth who have reached at least 1200 monthly published rating as of November 2026 (exceptions made for live ratings).

Ineligible entries will be moved to the appropriate ‘under’ scholastic section of the Paragon 11/14/26 Scholastic Tournament.

This is a rated tournament. You must have a US Chess ID and your membership can be purchased/ renewed online with US Chess in advance of registration. You can verify your US Chess membership ID and expiration by visiting https://ratings.uschess.org. Anyone can become a US Chess member. Adults new to tournament chess are welcome to play in the open section. Youth players MUST have a ratings history. Your US Chess membership cannot expire before November 30, 2026.

Schedule

No check-in necessary for preregistrations. We will make every attempt to contact you in advance if we see a problem with your registration. Verify your entry ONLINE!
9:15am Open  sections begin. Open has 4 rounds of G/45,+5.

No changes for round 1 (bye or section) allowed after online registration closes. Requests for byes, withdrawals, player info edits be made onsite with your chief TD and go into effect as of round 2.

Approximate Round Times

Open:
rd 1 – 9:15am, rd 2 – 11:10am, rd 3 – 1:30pm, rd 4 – 3:30pm

Notes

There will be some down time between rounds since many games will finish early. We will provide an area (outside the tournament room) for casual “skittles” chess and/or other indoor activities.

Food will be available for purchase. You may bring your own lunch and snacks. Only water bottles allowed at the chess board.

Awards

Open section:
Cash prizes based on number of entries. Special trophies will be awarded to the highest scoring Family & Child teams  (Uncles, Aunts, Siblings, Parents, or Grandparents paired with at least one scholastic aged player.). 

Registration Information

 

*$40 (youth) /$30 (adult) through Thursday, 9/26/2026
*$50 (youth) /$40 (adult) through Saturday, 11/7/2026
*$55 (youth) /$45 (adult) as of Sunday, 11/8/2026 and ENDS at 5pm on Thursday 11/12/26
*$65 (youth) / $50 (adult) Last chance and onsite entry, if space available, after 5 pm Thursday through the tournament date. Open section first round play requires registration and payment before 8:45am Saturday.

Withdrawals requested via email before midnight on Wednesday 11/11/26 are eligible for a refund (minus a $10 service fee). No exceptions. No refunds for US Chess memberships after purchased from US Chess.

If you need byes (rounds when you won’t be available to play), please request when you register by adding a note. First bye receives 1/2-point. Further byes receive 0-points. Email us to make changes to your requested byes. Deadline to add/remove 1/2-point byes is before the start of round 2.

*Open section: Will be paired onsite. Round 1 changes must be made no later than 8:45am.

Email Sarah Brauner at AustinChessTournaments@gmail.com with other questions.

Organized by Rocks & Rooks (Gary Gaiffe)

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NYOS Scholastic 11/14/26

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the “View live tournament dashboard” link to get to them).

Register HERE! When you click the link, scroll to the bottom for registration.

See Preregistration List HERE! Click link, then scroll down past tournament info.

 

Basics

US Chess rated chess tournament on November 14th in multiple RATED scholastic sections: K-3 U400, K-3 U700, K-5 U600, K-5 U1000, 6-12 U1000, and K-12 Elite (for players rated 950-1399. Please note: all scholastic players rated 1400 and over must play in the Open Section. At the event pairings will be posted online only.

This is a Swiss-system tournament, so everyone plays all day—there is no “elimination.” Players must know how to play the game of chess! We follow US Chess rules including: touch-move, mandatory clocks if available, and notation. K-3 sections are excused from taking notation. Please review the Parent/Coach Responsibilities before registering

Location – Updated 9/13/26!

NYOS
12333 N Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78753

Eligibility

This is a rated tournament. You must have a US Chess ID and your membership can be purchased/ renewed online with US Chess in advance of registration, or contact Dallas Chess Club at info@dallaschess.com at least a few days before the tournament for half-price junior memberships. You can check your US Chess membership ID and expiration by visiting https://ratings.uschess.org. Anyone can become a US Chess member. Players new to tournament chess are welcome to play. Your US Chess membership cannot expire before November 30, 2026. New players in 3rd grade and below may email us to request a non-member ID as a part of the Junior Tournament Player program. JTPs ok in K-3 U400 only.

“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 the registrar or ask your chess coach for placement information.
If your 6th grader attends an Elementary School, please email us. With enough registrations, any section may be divided into two sections so we can offer more prizes. Sections with fewer than 20 entries may be merged into a similar section to provide optimal pairings and competition.

November 2026 ‘Regular’ OTB ratings will be used for section placement and pairing. If no regular rating is available, then other US Chess ratings (quick, blitz, online) can and will be considered for section placement.  Requests to play down will not be honored. FYI: Any event that is rated after October 21st 2026 will not affect your November published rating, as those events take place after November ratings are calculated.

All players in this event must be in 12th grade or lower.

Schedule

No check-in necessary for preregistrations. We will make every attempt to contact you in advance if we see a problem with your registration. Verify your entry ONLINE!
8:00am Chess Control opens for onsite registration.  Onsite registrations before 9:30am accepted, but must start play in round 2.
8:30am Announcements begin in all scholastic playing rooms.
Players and coaches should be present.
9:00am Rd 1 begins. Scholastic sections have 5 rds, G/25,+5, except K-12 Elite which is 5 rounds G/35,+5.
9:00am Open section (different event allowing adults) begins. Open has 4 rounds, G/45,+5.
9:15am-5:00pm Chess control open for event issues. No changes for round 1 (bye or section) allowed after online registration closes. Requests for byes, withdrawals, and player or school information edits go in effect immediately if made via email before the close of online registration. Changes requested onsite go into effect as of round 2.

Approximate Round Times

All Scholastic Under Sections:
rd 1 – 9:00am, rd 2 – 11:00am, rd 3 – 12:45pm, rd 4 – 2:30pm, rd 5 – 4:00pm

K-12 Elite Section:
rd 1 – 9:00am, rd 2 – 10:40am, rd 3 – 12:40pm, rd 4 – 2:20pm, rd 5 – 4:00pm

Notes

There will be some down time between rounds since many games will finish early. We will provide an area (outside the tournament room) for casual “skittles” chess and/or other indoor activities. Parents and/or coaches, please provide age-appropriate activities during the time between rounds. The organizers cannot baby-sit. No child should be left unattended!

Food will be offered for purchase.  You may also bring lunch and snacks.  Only water bottles allowed at the chess board.

Awards

Trophies & Medals to Top Contenders! Ribbons to all participants!

Trophies to the top individuals in each scholastic section. Trophies to the top teams in all sections. NOTE: A team refers to players in the same section from a particular school, not a club; in the School/Team field please provide the player’s school rather than their chess program. Number of individual and team trophies will depend on number of entries. Chess medals will go to all players (excluding Open section) that finish the tournament with a positive score (3.0 & 3.5 points). Trophies to players scoring 4.0 and above. No teams in Open section, but special trophies will be awarded to the highest scoring Family & Child teams (Uncles, Aunts, Siblings, Parents, Grandparents, or coach paired with at least one scholastic aged player.)

Registration Information

*$40 through Thursday, 9/26/2026
*$50 through Saturday, 11/7/2026
*$55 as of Sunday, 11/8/2026 and ENDS at 5pm on Thursday 11/12/26
*$65 Last chance and onsite entry, if space is available. If after 7:30am on 11/14, receives 1/2pt bye in round 1, and begins play in round 2.

Withdrawals requested via email before midnight on Wednesday, 11/11/2026 are eligible for a refund (minus a $10 service fee). No refunds for US Chess memberships after purchased from US Chess.

If you need byes (rounds when your player won’t be available to play), please request when you register by adding a note. First bye receives 1/2-point. Further byes receive 0-points. Email us to make changes to your requested byes. Deadline to add or remove a 1st round requested bye is 7:30am Saturday 11/14/2026. All other 1/2-point byes must be requested/removed before the end of round 2. After 9am Friday, please make all changes and requests onsite at Chess Control.

Email Sarah Brauner at austinchesstournaments@gmail.com with other questions.

Organized by Rocks & Rooks. Gary Gaiffe, tournament organizer.

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Open Section at Paragon 9/19/26

Awards:

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the blue “Live” text to get to them).

Full pairings and standings can be found at the registration link below (click on the “View live tournament dashboard” link to get to them).

Register HERE! When you click the link, scroll to the bottom for registration.

See Preregistration List HERE! Click link, then scroll down past tournament info.

Pairings/Standings HERE!

Player reminder email sent Friday night HERE
 
 

Basics

This is a Swiss-system US Chess-rated tournament, so everyone plays all day—there is no “elimination.” Players must know how to play the game of chess! We follow US Chess rules including: touch-move, mandatory clocks (bring your own if at all possible), and mandatory notation. If registrations exceed 32 in any one section, we reserve the right to split into two sections.

Location

Paragon Prep
7944 Great Northern Boulevard
Austin, TX 78757

Eligibility

Open Section:
All adults – if you have a child in a scholastic section, include a note with their full name when registering.
Any youth who have reached at least 1200 monthly published rating as of September 2026 (exceptions made for live ratings).

Ineligible entries will be moved to the appropriate ‘under’ scholastic section of the Paragon 9/19/26 Scholastic Tournament.

This is a rated tournament. You must have a US Chess ID and your membership can be purchased/ renewed online with US Chess in advance of registration. You can verify your US Chess membership ID and expiration by visiting https://ratings.uschess.org. Anyone can become a US Chess member. Adults new to tournament chess are welcome to play in the open section. Youth players MUST have a ratings history. Your US Chess membership cannot expire before September 30, 2026.

Schedule

No check-in necessary for preregistrations. We will make every attempt to contact you in advance if we see a problem with your registration. Verify your entry ONLINE!
9:15am Open  sections begin. Open has 4 rounds of G/45,+5.

No changes for round 1 (bye or section) allowed after online registration closes. Requests for byes, withdrawals, player info edits be made onsite with your chief TD and go into effect as of round 2.

Approximate Round Times

Open:
rd 1 – 9:15am, rd 2 – 11:10am, rd 3 – 1:30pm, rd 4 – 3:30pm

Notes

There will be some down time between rounds since many games will finish early. We will provide an area (outside the tournament room) for casual “skittles” chess and/or other indoor activities.

Food will be available for purchase. You may bring your own lunch and snacks. Only water bottles allowed at the chess board.

Awards

Open section:
Cash prizes based on number of entries. Special trophies will be awarded to the highest scoring Family & Child teams  (Uncles, Aunts, Siblings, Parents, or Grandparents paired with at least one scholastic aged player.). 

Registration Information

 

*$40 (youth) /$30 (adult) through Thursday, 9/3/2026
*$50 (youth) /$40 (adult) through Saturday, 9/12/2026
*$55 (youth) /$45 (adult) as of Sunday, 9/13/2026 and ENDS at 5pm on Thursday 9/17/26
*$65 (youth) / $50 (adult) Last chance and onsite entry, if space available, after 5 pm Thursday through the tournament date. Open section first round play requires registration and payment before 8:45am Saturday.

Withdrawals requested via email before midnight on Wednesday 9/16/26 are eligible for a refund (minus a $10 service fee). No exceptions. No refunds for US Chess memberships after purchased from US Chess.

If you need byes (rounds when you won’t be available to play), please request when you register by adding a note. First bye receives 1/2-point. Further byes receive 0-points. Email us to make changes to your requested byes. Deadline to add/remove 1/2-point byes is before the start of round 2.

*Open section: Will be paired onsite. Round 1 changes must be made no later than 8:45am.

Email Sarah Brauner at AustinChessTournaments@gmail.com with other questions.

Organized by Rocks & Rooks (Gary Gaiffe)

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Cedar Park October Scholastic Tournament

Tournament date: 10/24/26

Register Here (click link)

Tournament Folder with the Entry List and where Pairings/Wall Charts will be Posted 

You won’t get a confirmation email upon registration or payment, so check the above entry list and your child should be listed within 24 hours. Parents will receive an email the week of the tournament. 

Make sure to save the above link!

When: October 24, 2026 from 9AM-4PM
Location: Cedar Park Public Library @ 425 S Parkwest Dr Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Free Parking Onsite!)
The tournament is held in the Event Space to the very left of the library upon entering. It’s where the Sunday Open Chess Play is held. 

Tournament capped at 120 students! My past tournaments have always filled up (usually before early entry ends), so register ASAP! Will note here and/or potentially stop accepting registrations once it fills up, but will accept 10-20 kids onto the waitlist in case there are withdrawals. 

Sections (Subject to Change depending on registration)

K-12 Elite (1,200+)

K-12 U1,200

K-12 U900

K-5 U600

K-3 U400

No playing down. For example, a player rated 700 at the time of the tournament cannot play in K-5U600. Similarly, a 4th grader cannot play in K-3U400. 

*K-12 Elite is restricted to kids that are (or have been previously) 1,200+ USCF regular/quick rated. 

Awards (Subject to Change depending on registration)
Trophy for top 3 places in each Section, medals for positive score, ribbon for everyone else. 

Awards will be handed out after the last round!

*Top 3 places determined by points and tiebreakers calculated by WinTD.

No check in required. Be seated at 9:15AM for announcements.

First Round: 9:30AM

Second Round: 11AM

Lunch: 12-1

Third Round: 1PM

Fourth Round: 2:15PM

Time Control: G25/d5; will be USCF regular/quick rated 

Registration Information

Early Entry $35 before noon September 24, 2026

Regular Entry $45 before noon October 9, 2026 if there are any spots available

Late Entry $55 before noon October 23, 2026 if there are any spots available

Before registering, do you consider if you rather attend the AGCA Tournament on the same date https://austin-chess.com/events/agca-october-open-2026-10-24

Payment methods: Prefer venmo (Daniel-Hung-3) or zelle (danielhung@utexas.edu or 956-639-5311) (legal name for both Daniel Flood). Payment must be made before the above deadlines to lock in your price and registration. Refund subject to $5 transaction fee! 

What to Bring and Know
Please bring a clock if you have one. We will provide all the chess sets this time. 
US Chess Membership is required. Please be responsible for your membership prior to the event to help the organizers and prevent delays.
Notation is required for everyone 4th grade and up. Notation sheets will be available if needed, but please bring a pencil or pen. Strongly encouraged to bring your own notation book/sheets. 

Additional Rules

Parents/guardians will not be allowed in the playing hall or hallway leading up to the playing hall while play is in process as this was too distracting at the last tournament. The Library strongly suggests only one adult attend per family to avoid overcrowding. Additionally, to make room for up to 120 kids to compete, there will not be enough chairs for the parents in the playing hall. Each player must also leave the playing hall after each round. Parents and players that are done with their game should stay at the main library building, but avoid crowding in front of the playing hall. A waiting room will be able to accommodate some. Only drinks allowed in the playing hall. Food must be consumed outside. See the library website for more information about where food may be consumed https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/198/Guidelines-Policies

contact me at danielhung@utexas.eduwith any questions 

*This is not a City of Cedar Park or Library sponsored event

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AGCA October Scholastic & Open Tour #1

Register at : https://austin-chess.com/events/

Early entry $40 through 9/20; Regular entry $50 9/21-9/27; Late entry $65 from 9/28

Players are allowed to play up within 100 rating points for a $0.50/point fee. See registration website for other policies, including byes and cancellation.

Scholastic U600

0 – 599

G/25; d5

6 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1000

600 – 999

G/25; d5

6 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1400

1000 – 1399

G/35; d5

5 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1800

1400 – 1799

G/55; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

Open 1800+

1800+

G/55; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

SCHEDULES:

Schedules vary by section, see website for specific times

Prizes

  • Open Section:
  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100
  • 60% of Play-up fees will directly be added to the prizes so they may be higher.
  • Scholastic Sections:
  • Trophies for 1st Place
  • Medals for 2nd and 3rd Place
  • Books for the top finishers as well
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92nd Southwest Open

92nd Southwest Open

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

Other Sections & Discounts

Seniors (65+): $20 discount (use code: STILLGOTIT)

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.

Schedule

Championship & Reserve (G/90+30)

4 Day Schedule

  • Fri., Sept. 4: Round 1 (6:00 PM)
  • Sat., Sept. 5: Round 2 (3:00 PM), Round 3 (7:30 PM)
  • Sun., Sept. 6: Round 4 (10:00 AM), Round 5 (3:00 PM)
  • Mon., Sept. 7: Round 6 (10:00 AM), Round 7 (3:00 PM)

3 Day Schedule

  • Sat., Sept. 5: Round 1 (10:00 AM), Round 2 (3:00 PM), Round 3 (7:30 PM)
  • Sun., Sept. 6: Round 4 (10:00 AM), Round 5 (3:00 PM)
  • Mon., Sept. 7: Round 6 (10:00 AM), Round 7 (3:00 PM)

Reserve 2 Day Schedule (G/25+10) (Players merge with main schedule/G90+30 for Rounds 6 and 7)

  • Sun., Sept. 6, G/25+10: Round 1 (10:00 AM), Round 2 (12:00 PM), Round 3 (2:00 PM), Round 4 (4:00 PM), Round 5 (6:00 PM)
  • Mon., Sept. 7, G/90+30: Round 6 (10:00 AM), Round 7 (3:00 PM)

Byes

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

Reserve Rooms: https://tinyurl.com/3ab5s5vf

Online Registration

https://www.kingregistration.com/event/92SWO

Contact

admin@texaschess.org / Text: David Ortiz 832-908-5462

Also Happening This Weekend

92nd Southwest Open – Novice and Scholastic

September 4, 2026 to September 7, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk
303 Blum St, San Antonio TX 78205

https://www.kingregistration.com/event/92SWONS

2026 Texas Chess Association Awards Nominations

Help recognize outstanding players, coaches, organizers, volunteers, schools, and supporters from across Texas.

Submit nominations:
https://texaschess.org/2026-awards-nominations-opened/

Sponsors

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.

Learn more or become a sponsor: https://texaschess.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/92nd-Southwest-Open-Sponsorship-Package.pdf

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AGCA August Scholastic & Open Tour #2

Register at : https://austin-chess.com/events/

Early entry $40 through 8/16; Regular entry $50 8/17-8/23; Late entry $60 from 8/24

Players are allowed to play up within 100 rating points for a $0.50/point fee. See registration website for other policies, including byes and cancellation.

Scholastic U700

0 – 699

G/25; d5

6 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1100

700 – 1099

G/25; d5

6 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1500

1100 – 1499

G/35; d5

5 Rounds

10:00 AM

Scholastic U1900

1500 – 1899

G/55; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

Open 1900+

1900+

G/55; d5

4 Rounds

10:00 AM

SCHEDULES:

Schedules vary by section, see website for specific times

Prizes

  • Open Section:
  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100
  • 60% of Play-up fees will directly be added to the prizes so they may be higher.
  • Scholastic Sections:
  • Trophies for 1st Place
  • Medals for 2nd and 3rd Place
  • Books for the top finishers as well
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AGCA Summer Scholastic & Open #3

Register at : https://austin-chess.com/events/

Early entry $40 through 7/12; Regular entry $50 7/13-7/19; Late entry $60 from 7/20

Players are allowed to play up within 100 rating points for a $0.50/point fee. See registration website for other policies, including byes and cancellation.

Scholastic U600

0 – 599
G/25; d5
6 Rounds
10:00 AM

Scholastic U1000

600 – 999
G/25; d5
6 Rounds
10:00 AM

Scholastic U1400

1000 – 1399
G/35; d5
5 Rounds
10:00 AM

Scholastic U1800

1400 – 1799
G/55; d5
4 Rounds
10:00 AM

Open 1800+

1800+
G/55; d5
4 Rounds
10:00 AM

SCHEDULES:

Schedules vary by section, see website for specific times
 

Prizes

  • Open Section:
  • 1st Place $300
  • 2nd Place $200
  • 3rd Place $100
  • 60% of Play-up fees will directly be added to the prizes so they may be higher.
  • Scholastic Sections:
  • Trophies for 1st Place
  • Medals for 2nd and 3rd Place
  • Books for the top finishers as well