1st Autumn Classic

The 1st Autumn Classic will take place on September 28/29. 

This event is a 2x multiplier in the 2024 New England Grand Prix. Full information about the Grand Prix can be found at newenglandchess.org

Registration will open in late August/early September. 

Format: 4SS 90+30. USCF rated. 

Sections: Open, U1700. Sections may merge with or without accelerated pairings if there is a small turnout. 

Entry fee: $45 for Open, $30 for U1700

Schedule: On-site registration 9:15-9:45am on Saturday. Rounds 10am, 2pm on both Sat/Sun. 

Byes: limit one half-point bye in any round, must request before start of round 2.

Location: University of Vermont, Marsh Life Science Room 129. 109 Carrigan Drive, Burlington, VT 05405

Parking: I think the closest free parking is the UVM Medical lot. 41-43 South Prospect St. ~5 minute walk away. 

Equipment: We have a decent amount of boards/clocks, but please bring your own if possible. 

Prizes: Open - $200, $100. U1700 - $125, $75. 

Prizes will be distributed via check by mail, and prize winners will be required to fill out a W9 with UVM (and potentially other paperwork) to be eligible to receive their prizes. It may take up to 14 business days.  

This event will be a fundraiser for the UVM Chess Club. All excess proceeds from entry fees will directly fund club travel & entry to tournaments during the rest of the academic year. 

Advance entry is preferred. 

Feel free to contact me at hayden.collins@uvm.edu with any questions.