New national championship event!
When: Thursday, December 12 at 3:00pm
Two Sections: Grades 7-12, and Grades K-6. PLAYERS WILL NEED TO SUPPLY AN INTERNET-CAPABLE LAPTOP. ChessKid will supply logins for the event.
Entry fee: $25 online by 12/1/2025, $35 online after 12/1/2025 until 12/11/25 1pm local time.
Prizes: Plaques to top 15 in each section
Register here - NO ON-SITE ENTRIES
Check back here after the event for final standings
The National Puzzle Solving Championship will be separated into two divisions: grades K-6 and grades 7-12. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers in each section, including the title "National Puzzle Solving Champion". Participants will compete onsite in real time via the ChessKid platform. ChessKid staff will facilitate the puzzle solving. Additionally, FM Mike Klein, a.k.a. "FunMaster Mike" will act as a special master of ceremonies.
While entrance into the main event at Nationals is not a requirement for entry, all participants must have a current US Chess membership to compete in the National Puzzle Solving Championship. The same eligibility requirements set forth for national events also apply. Consult section 4 of the Scholastic Regulations for full details on player eligibility.