MSJE 2026 Qingming to Lixia Monday Night Marathon

MSJE 2026 Qingming to Lixia Monday Night Marathon is a USCF-rated tournament for all members of MSJE Chess community.

Qingming 清明, also known as Clear and Bright, is the 5th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. 

Guyu 谷雨, also known as Grain Rain, is the 6th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar. 

Lixia 立夏, also known as Start of Summer, is the 7th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Date: Monday, Mar 30, 2026 - Monday, May 11, 2026   

Rating: USCF Dual-Rated

Eligibility: The tournament is open to MSJE students, parents, and alumni. Players must have current US Chess Federation membership. Expiration date of their US Chess membership must be later than the last day of the tournament.

Capacity: 50

Tournament Format: Swiss System

Total Rounds: 7

Time Control: G/25;+5 (game in 25 minutes with a 5-second increment with each move. This means you get 25 minutes, your opponent gets 25 minutes, and with each move players get 5 seconds added to their clock.)

Round Times:  3/30 6:40pm, 4/6 6:40pm, 4/13 6:40pm, 4/20 6:40pm, 4/27 6:40pm, 5/4 6:40pm, 5/11 6:40pm 

Sections: 800+, 400-799, Under 400

We may update event details, like sections and round times, as the tournament date approaches to ensure the best possible experience for all players.

Parental Guidelines:

• Non-playing parents are kindly asked to drop off and pick up their children. Only players and tournament staffs are allowed to remain inside MUR while games are in progress. Thank you for your understanding.

Tournament Rules:

• All US Chess tournament rules apply.
• The tournament director's decisions are final.
• Notation is required, per MSJE Chess Head Coach's policy.

Bye Request:

• Maximum three half-point byes are available upon request. Please submit the request of half-point bye by 7pm Sunday before the Monday round.

Equipment:

• Chess sets will be provided.
• Please bring own notation sheets and pencils.

Go Mustangs!