SDCC SEPTEMBER SCHOLASTIC
Tournament
SDCC SEPTEMBER SCHOLASTIC
Rounds
4
Start Date
09/22/2024
End Date
09/22/2024
Sections
OPEN (26)
U700 (28)
U400 (39)
(0)
Players
93
Follow
Live
Tournament Information
SDCC SEPTEMBER SCHOLASTIC TOURNAMENT
(for grades K through 12th, rated under 1400 USCF)
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 (Sunday), 12 - 4:30pm

LOCATION & CONTACT

REGISTRATION

  • ONLINE:  Scroll down and complete all required fields. A processing fee applies (payments are collected securely through Stripe).

SCHEDULE

  • ARRIVAL: First round starts at 12:00 pm, please arrive by 11:45 am
  • END TIME: Tournament is expected to be done by 4:30 pm, lower rated sections most likely will finish much earlier
  • AWARDS CEREMONY:  Right after all the games are done.

SECTIONS

  • OPEN:  Recommended for ratings over 700, advanced scholastic players, any grade. Max rating for this event is 1400 USCF.
  • U700:  Recommended for experienced scholastic players, any grade. Max rating for this section is 699 USCF
  • U400:  Recommended for beginner scholastic players. Max rating for this section is 399 USCF.
  • We reserve the right to change sections and move some participants if sections are uneven

FORMAT

  • 4 rounds
  • Open section plays with G30d10,  U700/U400 sections play with G30d5
  • USCF rated as Regular/Quick

ENTRY FEE

  • Until September 3rd:  Early Bird Registration.  $20 + processing fee
  • September 3rd - September 20th:  Regular Registration. $25 + processing fee
  • Sept 21st - 22nd:  Late  Registration. $40 + processing fee
  • Refunds: Refund fee is $5. No refunds will be given after 10 AM the day of the tournament. To request a refund, email us.
  • Special discounts:  Families with more than 2 kids, 3rd/4th kid gets in for free. Please, choose the corresponding [Entry Type] at the checkout

BYES

  • 1 bye is allowed (you can skip one round and get a half point)
  • If you are skipping the first round, please put in the registration notes or email us
  • For all other byes, please, request before we start making pairings for that round
  • If you need 4th round bye, please, request before 3rd round

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions
  • If the participant is YOUNGER than 13 years old, parent/guardian/designated adult should be present on San Diego Chess Club’s premises during the tournament (No drop-offs).
  • I agree to hold harmless the San Diego Chess Club, Scholastic Coordinator  (Irina Nizmutdinova) and all tournament staff from  any events that cause harm/damage to your child and/or personal belongings. The tournament and tournament staff are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
  • There is a “Zero Tolerance Policy” for any inappropriate behavior such as criticizing, bullying, not listening to tournament instructions, or any attempt of harm of anyone else. Consequence: Immediate removal from the tournament.
  • I agree to let the organizers know if I need to cancel my participation & running late.
  • I understand that no refunds will be given after 10 AM on the date of the tournament.