Charleston Scholastic Chess Tournament - July

📣 Tournament Overview

The Charleston Scholastic Chess Tournament Series is a monthly set of official USCF-rated events designed to inspire young chess players and promote the growth of scholastic chess in the Charleston area. Open to all K–12 students, these tournaments offer a consistent and competitive environment where players can sharpen their skills and steadily improve their national ratings.

Scorekeeping (notation) is required in all rated games to encourage focus, strategic thinking, and thoughtful post-game analysis. New to notation? Don’t worry—everyone starts somewhere, and we’re here to help you learn.

♟ Tournament Format:  5 Rounds | Swiss System

♟ Time Control: G/25; +5

🕒 Event Schedule​

     Check-in: 9:30 -9:55 a.m.

• Round 1: 10:00 AM
• Round 2: 11:00 AM
• Round 3: 12:00 PM
• Round 4: 1:00 PM
• Round 5: 2:00 PM

Awards Ceremony: 3:00 p.m.

📍 Venue: Starbucks inside Barnes & Noble, Westwood Plaza
Address: 1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, SC

💵 Entry Fee: $25 Limited seats available, please sign up early.

Your $25 registration fee includes trophies or gifts cards for the top 3 players in each section.

First-time participants will also receive a special prize and keepsake to celebrate their first tournament!

You're welcome to bring your own chess set and clock if you have them!
Space is limited—early registration is recommended!

For questions, email us at charlestonchesskids@gmail.com.