14th Annual Bloomington Scholastic Championships

14th Annual Bloomington Scholastic Championships

Become a Bloomington scholastic champion!

• Saturday, May 16, 2026
• University Elementary School
  • 1111 N Russell Rd, Bloomington, IN
  • Enter through Door 11 (side entrance under red awning)

Onlineregistration.cc registration:

Register via QR code on flyer or visit hcachess.org

• Sections and prizes:
  • 3rd Grade/Under Scholastic – trophy prizes
  • 8th Grade/Under Scholastic – trophy prizes
  • 12th Grade/Under Scholastic – gift card prizes
• Round times: 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, last two rounds will begin ASAP
• Arrival time: Arrive between 8:00–9:15 AM (includes on-site registration)
• Ending time: Likely between 3:00-5:00 PM
• Time control: G45;d5 (Each player has 45 minutes with a 5-second delay before each move)
• USCF-rated requirements: All players must have a valid, current U.S. Chess Federation membership in order to play. Learn more and get one now at new.uschess.org/join-us-chess.
• Entry fees for all sections:
  • $5 if registered by February 27
  • $20 if registered by May 1
  • $40 after May 1 and on-site
• Equipment: Chess equipment will be provided. However, bring a clock if you have one! We have a limited number of clocks.
• Byes: Up to two (2) half-point byes may be requested. Notify us ASAP to request a bye(s).
• Awards: Trophy and gift card awards will be presented once games conclude for each section.
• Contact:
  • [email protected]
  • 812-318-2875
  • hcachess.org
  • Read our detailed tournament policies and procedures on our website
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