Thanksgiving Scholastic Tournament

November 3, 2025

Monday, November 3 is a school holiday for most schools in the area.

4 Rounds Swiss, Rounds start at 9:00 AM, next round as soon as all games in a section finish.

Sections:

Advanced ( USCF Rating 800 or more)

Beginner (USCF Rating less than 800)

Prizes:

Every participant gets a medal. Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers in each section. We reserve the right to merge sections if there are too few participants in a section.

Time control: G/30;d5.

Limit two half-point byes. Byes must be committed 1 hr before rounds start.

Entry fee: $40 by 09/30, $45 by 10/26, $50 on or after 10/27 (on-site registration closes 30 minutes before round 1)

Registration Link: https://caissachess.net/online-registration/index/7436

Boards and pieces will be provided. Please bring chess clocks if you have them.

Withdrawals are subject to a $10 processing fee.

This tournament is USCF-rated.