Memorial Weekend Chess Challenge

Memorial Weekend Chess Challenge

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Location:            Bryant Street Market

                           670 Rhode Island Avenue NE

                           Washington D.C, 20002

A US Chess Federation (USCF) rated tournament for adults and students.

IMPORTANT - ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE MEMBERS OF THE USCF!

Tournament details

Sections:            1.) Open (adults and all ages),

2.) K-1, K-3, K-5, K-8, K-12

You may play in sections with ages higher than yours but not lower.

Format: 4-SS (4 rounds/games; Swiss System - everyone plays 4 games).
G/45;d5 (45 minutes per side, 5-second delay per move).

Schedule: Check in 9:15 am - 9:45 am. 1st round starts at 10 am.

Awards:

Open section (based on 20+ entries): 1st = $200, 2nd = $75, $3rd = $50, U1600 = $50

Top Collegiate Team trophy!

• Scholastic sections: Individual 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophy for each section. Top team trophy for each section. Top girl trophy for each section. (Scholastic cash prizes based on 30 entries.)
  • K-12: Trophies plus 1st = $50, 2nd = $30, 3rd = $20
  • K-8: Trophies plus 1st = $35, 2nd = $25, 3rd = $15
  • K-5: Trophies plus 1st = $25, 2nd = $20, 3rd = $10
  • K-3: Trophies plus 1st = $15, 2nd = $10, 3rd = $5
  • K-1: Trophies only

Entry fee: Please pay at the door upon check-in.

• Open section: $35
• Scholastic sections:
  • $25 - Standard rate
  • $40 - Supporter rate comparable to Maryland and Virginia tournaments.

Register at:  https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/6642

Please register early! Please email chessjusticedc@gmail.com for more information.

Sponsored by: JUSTICE Chess Club

J – Justice: Promoting fairness

U – United: Bringing together players from all backgrounds to build solidarity through chess.

S – Strategy: Teaching critical thinking and long-term planning in life and the game.

T – Tactics: Honing sharp decision-making skills and practical solutions under pressure.

I – Inclusion: Creating a welcoming space for all ages, races, genders, and communities.

C – Community: Strengthening neighborhoods and families through shared learning.

E – Excellence: Inspiring each member to strive for their personal best, on and off the board.