CKQ Saturday Piscataway Rapids

Start time: Players should arrive no later than 5:15 p.m. The first game begins at promptly at 5:30.  Latecomers risk their clock running when they arrive.

End time: The Under 600 section typically ends by 9:30 p.m., the Under 1200 section more like 10:00.

Players: Most players at this event will be children (ages 6-16), but adults are welcome to play.  Beginners are welcome, but at a minimum players should know how to legally move chess pieces, and how to perform basic checkmates (ex; king and queen vs. king).  

Structure / time controls: 4-SS, G30 +5. (Each player will play four games. Each player receives 30 minutes per game, plus another five seconds per move.)

Sections: Under 600 and Under 1200 rating sections.  The Under 1200 section requires at least 500 rating to enter. Lower-rated and unrated players may enter at the tournament director's discretion.

Requirements: A USCF membership is required to play in the tournament. Contact the tournament director if you need assistance creating or renewing a membership. 

Equipment: Players do not need to bring any equipment.  Players are recommended to eat dinner before arriving, or at least bring a snack.

Registration:  The registration fee is $25.  Online registration closes at 5pm on the day of the event.

Byes: If you can’t attend the entire tournament, a half-point bye (limit one) is available for any round. Byes must be requested before the tournaments starts. If you are going to take first-round bye please contact the tournament director at least one hour before the tournament starts.

Prizes: Top three winners in each section receive a trophy or a medal.

For more information:  Contact tournament director Stephen Lorimor (sdlorimor@comcast.net, phone/text: 908-286-0720).

Information / registration link:  https://chesskq.com/tournament