October Open Rapid Tournamnet (Rated & Unrated)

Open Rapid Chess Tournament 

(Rated and Unrated Sections available)

Saturday | October 4th

10:00AM - 2:00PM

GRIT GROUNDS COFFEE

4808 E Sprague Ave suite 205, Spokane Valley, Wa,
 

Hosted by Blitz & Blunders Social Chess

Join us for an exciting day of fast-paced chess at the Blitz & Blunders Open Rapid Chess Tournament!

🔍 Tournament Format & Details

Rounds: 5-round Swiss | G/10; d5
Entry: $20
Prizes: Based on entries, 2.5x entry fee returned per section
Sections: Unrated & Rated sections
Registration: 10:00 am | Games start at 10:30 am sharp!
Requirement: Rated section must have a current USCF ID. Unrated section do not require USCF ID.
 

Capacity: Space limited to 24 players total. Walk ins are welcome but please RSVP online.

Tiebreaks: Head-to-Head | Modified Median | Solkoff | Cumulative | Option to split

⏱️ Why Play This Event?

Test your skills in a fast-paced and competitive environment designed for both casual players and rated competitors. Experience the excitement of live over-the-board rapid games, connect with the Spokane chess community, and challenge yourself to think quickly under pressure.

☕ Extras

• Coffee available for purchase by Grit Coffee

•  Some light background noise is expected since it’s a public space

• Friendly and social atmosphere—perfect balance of competition and community

***By entering the tournament, you grant permission for event photos to be used for publicity. Participants assume all risks associated with over-the-board play***