2nd Annual Capital Open Scholastic Championship

2nd Annual Capital Open Scholastic Championship

Hampton Inn and Suites Dulles

22700 Holiday Park Drive, Sterling, VA 20166

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9 am

• Four rounds. The first round begins promptly at 9 am. There are no scheduled round times. Rounds occur ASAP. The tournament should last about four hours, though it could finish earlier or slightly later.
• Four sections: K-12, K-8, K-5, and K-3
  • Click here to view details about the 3-day long-time-control Capital Open: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/6457
    • Note: The Capital Open (3 days long with a 2-day option) is for both adults and children, whereas The Capital Open Scholastic Championship (1-day event) is only open to scholastic players
      • It is possible for kids to play in both events since the scholastic does not conflict with the three-day schedule of the main tournament.
• Trophies will be awarded to the top five finishers in each section
• This tournament is open to all scholastic players, regardless of which state they are from
• Time control: Game in 25 minutes with a 5-second delay
• Entry fee: $35 by 5/31, $40 by 6/7, $45 by 6/14, $50 by 6/20, $55 on the day of the tournament (on-site registration closes 30 minutes before round 1)
• Boards and pieces will be provided for all players
• This tournament is US Chess rated
• PARKING INFORMATION: There is plenty of parking at the hotel.
• Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Click here to show mail address with any questions
• See registration page for information about sleeping rooms at the hotel

How to Register

Register Here: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/6458