Pop Up Quads in Bel Air at Emmorton Rec Center

Format:            3 round Quads See below for a description of a Quad event.

Time control:   G/60+30 – This will feel like a G/90 time control

Prizes:             $60 for 1st in each Quad $60 for 1st & $30 for 2nd in a Swiss

Entry fee:         $20

Location:         Emmorton Recreation and Tennis Center 2213 Old Emmorton Rd Bel Air, MD 21015

Schedule:

Registration:   8:15 to 8:45 register online HERE! or if you would like, email your name and US Chess ID to Click here to show mail address and pay on site (cash only) or register on site (cash only)

Round 1:          9:00 - 12:00 Round 2:          1:00 - 4:00 Round 3:          4:30 - 7:30 If players agree, rounds can start early. 

Quad Chess Tournament Format:

1. Registration: After registration, players are sorted by rating, from highest to lowest.
2. Grouping: Players are then grouped into sets of four.
3. Round Robin: Each group of four players participates in a round-robin style tournament, where every player faces each other.
4. Adjustment for Non-Multiples of 4: If the total number of registrations is not a multiple of 4, a separate three-round Swiss tournament is organized for the bottom 5 to 7 players.

More information:

• A valid US Chess Membership is required!  Please make sure your membership is up to date!
• In case of a problem, stop your clock and get a tournament director.
• Clocks should be set to silent.
• Players may start their round early if both players agree.
• Start your round on time even if your opponent is not present.
• Players must keep score (write down their moves) throughout the entire game.
• The Festival at Bel Air is a short walk from our site and has many lunch & coffee options.  You can also find other nearby fast-food options. 

Anti-Cheating Measures:

• You are required to use the provided score sheets.  You can transcribe your game to your score book later if you choose. 
• Electronic devices must be off and not on your person. 
• Electronic score sheets are not permitted.
• During play, players may not leave the tournament site (i.e. the building).  If you need to leave the building during your game, first get permission from a tournament director.