Charlotte Chess Center Sunday Afternoon Classical

OVERVIEW

One US Chess-rated game every Sunday afternoon, completely free for CCC members. This is a great way for players to get weekly rated practice.

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https://app.charlottechesscenter.org/events

HOW IT WORKS

• Players must register weekly and in advance using the online registration system
• Each Sunday will be limited to the first 42 players to register
• SAC registration will close at 3:00pm if not already full
• Once spots are filled, players may email to be placed on the waitlist.

WHEN

Every Sunday!

Can't make Sunday afternoons? Try:

• Tuesday Night Action

SECTIONS

TOP (1600+)

Under 1600

Under 1300

TIME CONTROL

Top Section: G/80, inc/10 - FIDE and US Chess Rated

U1600 Section: G/60, inc/10 - FIDE and US Chess Rated

U1300 Section: G/45, inc/10 - FIDE and US Chess Rated

EVENT TIME

Game Begins: 3:30pm

REQUIREMENTS

• Participants must be members of the US Chess Federation
• Participants must be members of the CCC
• Players in grades K-8 must be rated over 800
• K-8 players rated under 800 (or unrated) - See Monday Action Quads or Friday Action Quads or U800 Wednesdays

ENTRY FEE

Free, must be a CCC Member​ - CCC membership only $75/year - join today!​
PRIZES

• The top adult (18 or older) in each section will win a $25 gift card to USCF Sales.
• The top junior (under 18) in each section will win a $25 gift card to USCF Sales.
• All perfect scores (with perfect attendance) will receive a 3-month CCC membership extension.
• See special notes on site for tiebreak rules.

NOTES​​

• Tournament Directors will accelerate pairings to pair players close in rating when possible
• Most recent "live" US Chess regular ratings used for all sections to ensure close matchups
• SAC is a monthly tournament - the rating report is submitted on the last Sunday of the month, and a new event begins on the first Sunday of each month.
• All players must use CCC equipment - weighted sets and digital clocks provided
• Players who no-show forfeit without notice may not be permitted to play in future events.

The Charlotte Chess Center’s North Branch is conveniently located off of I-485 and Benfield Road. Opened in September of 2023, the CCC’s North Branch serves North Charlotte, University City, Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Lake Norman, and Mooresville. Regulars visit from both North Carolina and South Carolina.