MSJE 2027 Lichun Monday Night Marathon

MSJE 2027 Lichun Monday Night Marathon is a USCF-rated tournament for all members of MSJE Chess community.

Dahan 大寒, also known as Major Cold, is the 24th and final term of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Lichun 立春, also known as Beginning of Spring, is the 1st of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Yushui 雨水, also known as Rain Water, is the 2nd of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Jingzhe 惊蛰, also known as Awakening of Insects, is the 3rd of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar.

Date: Monday, Jan 11, 2027 - Monday, Mar 8, 2027   

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 in 1 section, with a major variation of pairing used to pair players of similar rating earlier in the rounds. Before the first round, the director mentally adds 4 points for players rated 800+ and adds 2 points for players rated 400 - 799, for pairing purposes only. The director divides the players accordingly and pairs normally. 

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

Total Rounds: 7

Time Control: G/25;d5  

Round Times:  6:40pm on the following Mondays: 1/11/2027, 1/25/2027, 2/1/2027, 2/8/2027, 2/22/2027, 3/1/2027, 3/8/2027. 

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 two 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!