Books & Rooks Sunday Blitz: FREE Rated and Unrated Blitz Tournaments!!

A casual, arena style blitz tournament (open to all), along with a USCF rated blitz tournament (USCF membership required for rated tournament). Play begins Promptly at 2pm! Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to confirm your registration!!

See these links for a guide to chess tournament rules and etiquette and a guide for parents of scholastic players.

https://chessforsuccess.org/attend/expectations/rules.
https://www.uscfsales.com/chess-blog/chess-tournament-tips-for-parents/

REGISTRATION LINK: Please register ASAP to reserve your spot!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/books-rooks-sunday-blitz-at-central-library-tickets-1563630534019?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

PRIZES: TBD

SECTIONS:

UNRATED:
One section for all players. Perfect for first time tournament players or those who do not wish to join the United States Chess Federation (USCF).

4 double rounds (play same opponent twice per round; once as white and once as black) with a 5 minute time control for each player.

Pairings partially weighted by player self reported skill level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced); i.e., players rate their own skill level.

5 minute time control

USCF RATED:

USCF Membership Required.

1 Section with Class Prizes based on rating (classes and sections may change due to number of registered players). All ages.

4 double rounds (play same opponent twice per round; once as white and once as black) with a 5 minute time control for each player.

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
This event is open to both Adults and Kids
Please renew or join USCF before October 19th @ https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess if you're playing in the rated sections
1st Round starts at 2:00 PM EST; Next rounds ASAP;
October Published Ratings Used
No cell phones / devices during play; All devices off, face down on table is okay
No eating during game
Chess sets/Clock provided

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR:
Nikhil Murugan
Summit Chess Club
463-248-0190
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/iNikhilMurugan