Murray Scholastic Tournament

Murray Middle School Chess Tournament

Hosted by the Murray Middle School Chess Club

Who?

Any students in grades K-12.

When?

February 11th, 2023

Where?

Murray State Campus:

Faculty Hall

N 16th St.

Murray, KY, 42071

Tournament Details:

4 rounds; Swiss System; G/30 d5

Sections:  K-3, K-5, K-8, K-12

*Note: Sections may be combined based on registered players.

Entry Fee: $15

Must pre-register; no registration at door: https://forms.gle/42etVYpooJ4UfiVL8

Prizes: Medals for top 3 individuals in each section; Trophies for top team score in each section.

Schedule:

Registration and Check-In: 8:00am-8:45am

Coaches meeting: 8:45

Round 1: 9:30 am

Subsequent Rounds ASAP.

 

Important Information:

A USCF Membership is required for all participating players. All USCF rules will be followed.

All players must be accompanied by an adult. There are to be no students dropped off without an adult.

Players arriving after registration will receive one half-point bye and will be paired in subsequent rounds. Half-point byes may be requested for any round during registration only (limit 1). 

Boards and pieces will be provided. Please bring a clock if one is available to you. 

Food will not be sold onsite. There are many food options available nearby on 12th Street, including McDonalds, CookOut, Sonic, Taco Bell, and much more!

Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.