Event Overview
Dakota Chess December Classic
Time Control: G60;+10 Second Bonus
Round Times: 8 AM, 10:30 AM and 1 PM (Three Total Rounds)
Cost: Free
Rated or Unrated: USCF Rated Tourney - Open to All
Pairing Format: Accelerated Swiss
Bye: Maximum of one bye round (1/2 point) will be granted if requested prior to the start of the tournament.
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City at 505 N. 5th Street - Tournament is held in the Montana Room on the 2nd floor.
Check-In: Make sure to arrive before 8 AM to check-in. Please make sure your USCF dues are paid online prior to the tournament start date at USCF. If dues show as unpaid, the TD reserves right to charge $10 fee, which is assessed to the TD for unpaid dues. Signup via the Caissa Chess link included above.
Prizes: No prizes offered in this one as this is a free tournament
Equipment: We will have chess sets and clocks. However, it is advised to please bring chess sets and clocks in case additional are needed.
Food: Water and coffee are in the room (free of charge). We recommend packing snacks or lunch as the rounds run very close together. The hotel has a restaurant and convenience store.
Call or email with any questions. Check the website for signup information and additional tournaments offered by Dakota Chess. Thank you!
TD, Dustin Ferguson
605-340-5407
505 N. 5th Street
Rapid City, SD 57783
United States