U.S Senior Open

Grand Prix, Enhanced Grand Prix, National Championship Event
Elmhurst University
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Event Overview

6SS, G/90+30, must be over 50 years old on July 22, 2022. Elmhurst University, Frick Center 190 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, 60126. See https://www.cavemanchess.com/dorm-room-hotel-info for information on dorms. No taxes/tips for dorm rooms. Reserve early! June supplement. EF: $120 before May 1, midnight CT; $140 before June 12, midnight CT; $160 before July 10th, 12:30 p.m. CT; $180 after July 10 or onsite. All entries will be done online. See https://www.cavemanchess.com for more info & complete details. Prizes: $8,000 b/100 paid entries: $1,500; $1,000; $700;$500; U2400: $500-$300; U2200: $400-$200; U2000: $400-$200; U1800: $400-$200; U1600: $300-$150; U1400: $300-$150; U1200: $300-$150; U1000: $200-$150; Unrated eligible for overall or U1200 prizes only. Plaque to top in each age group: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Players may win both cash & age awards. Up to two half-point byes in rounds 1-6, must commit by end of rd 2. Check-in: 11-12:30, Rds: Fri 1:00pm & 6:00pm; Sat 9:30am & 3:00pm; Sun 8:30am & 2:00pm. Side events: Thu eve, GM Simul, GM Lecture, Saturday Blitz after R4. Blitz registration will be posted online separately. Details will be posted on www.cavemanchess.com. On-campus meals available (no taxes/tips). Information on possible meal plan and shuttle service to/from O'Hare/Midway coming. Free WiFi on campus. Caveman Chess Camp 7/17-22; adult-only camp sections available, see website for details. See website for details & more possible events. Free WiFi on campus. Caveman Chess provides sets, boards; please bring clocks.

Address:

Frick Center (Watch website for final building location)
190 S Prospect Ave
Elmhurst, IL 60126
United States

Sections: 1
Grand Prix Points: 50
Prize Fund: $8,000 & Plaques
FIDE Rated: Yes
Handicap Accessible: No
Residency Restriction: No
Online Event: No

Organizer Overview

Kevin Bachler
Email: contact@cavemanchess.com
Phone: 224-985-5245