Fayetteville Chess Society Thursday Blitz Tournament

⚡ Fast Games, Fun Prizes, and Community Chess in Fayetteville ⚡

📍 Venue: Barnes FAand Nobel Glensford Commons, 121 Glensford Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28314

Format Time Control: Game in 3 minutes with a 2-second increment (G/3 +2).

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Rules:

Conducted under official US Chess Blitz Chess Regulations:

Rule 11A (US Chess Official Rules, p. 20): Defines blitz time controls (5 minutes or less per player, with or without increment).

Rule 14 (US Chess Official Rules, p. 141): Covers blitz-specific rules of play.

Sections: Rated and Open. Groups of 5–8 players. Each round will be two games against the same opponent (round robin style).

Rounds: Begin as soon as pairings are ready, or every 30 minutes starting at 6:00 PM.

Flexibility: The Tournament Director reserves the right to adjust the number of rounds, pairings, or section sizes depending on turnout.

Eligibility: Open to all players. USCF membership is not required.

Rated sections may be offered if all players in that section have current USCF memberships.

Registration Entry Fee: $10 ($15 if registering on-site after 5:00 PM).

Deadline: Same-day registration closes promptly before Round 1. Late registrants may receive a first-round bye.

Procedure: All pre-registered players will be paired and clocks started on time. Please notify the Tournament Director if you cannot attend.

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Prizes: Prize Fund: 90% of entry fees will be returned as prizes.

Byes: One half-point bye available if requested prior to the start of Round 1.

Equipment: Boards and clocks will be provided. Players are encouraged to bring their own clocks.

Note: If there is insufficient interest for formal pairings, the evening will instead be held as a casual meet-and-greet with open play.