This is the second monthly tournament held by Emerald Hills Chess and the Tri-Valley Chess League aimed at novice scholastic tournament players.

The morning Challenger provides an affordable way for K-12 players to enter their first US Chess Federation tournament, gain an official rating, and potentially win a trophy.

Date: Sat Nov. 11, 2023 

Location: Stratford School (Middle School location), 3800 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton (see map)

Who: Unrated and novice tournament players under 300 rating divided into two sections: K-5 and Grades 6-12 (experienced tournament players over 300 rating should compete in the Afternoon Premier and Championship)

Time: 9-11:30 AM 

Format: 5 rounds of quick-rated games using time control for each player of Game in 12 minutes with 3 second delay. 

Entry Fee: $10 ($20 US Chess Federation junior membership also required; you may purchase with us below or via USChess.org)

Players that play AM Challenger may also enter the Afternoon Premier tournament for experienced players,12:30 to 4:30 PM - REGISTER HERE

Questions: Admin@EmeraldHillsChess.org