Mission San José Elementary
Event Overview
Our annual MSJE Chess Puzzle-Solving Championship is a free event for all MSJE students in kindergarten through second grade.
The Puzzle-Solving Championship concludes our series of Thursday Night Tactics (TNT) in December through March.
Time: Thursday March 26, 2026, 7pm - 7:45pm
Format: a total of 4 rounds
- Speed round: 18 chess puzzles, all puzzles on paper to solve in 10 minutes
- Mathematics round: 4 chess-themed combinatorics questions, courtesy of MSJE Math Club
- Blindfold round: 4 chess puzzles, 1 puzzle at a time is read out and also given out in text (but no pieces and board) and 2 minutes for contestant to write down a solution
- Target round: 4 chess puzzles, 1 puzzle at a time is shown on demonstration board and 2 minutes for contestant to write down a solution
We may update event details, like sections and number of rounds, as the competition date approaches to ensure the best possible experience for all players.
Sections: one single section (K-2)
Prize: trophy to top solver in each grade
Go Mustangs! Please let's have fun solving chess puzzles together.
Address:
43545 Bryant St
Fremont, CA 94539
United States
Sections: 1
Grand Prix Points:
Prize Fund:
FIDE Rated: No
Handicap Accessible: No
Residency Restriction: No
Online Event: No