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Tournament
2026 ICEA Chess@Rio Hondo: Roadrunner Rumble
Rounds
4
Start Date
05/30/2026
End Date
05/30/2026
Sections
1800+ (15)
1400+ (19)
1000+ (21)
600+ (19)
U600 (26)
Players
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Tournament Information
2026 ICEA Chess @ Rio Hondo: Roadrunner Rumble
Playing Competitive USCF-rated OTB Chess Tournaments in East LA
All Children and Adults are welcome!
Free pizza will be provided during the lunch break
Event Details
- Tournament Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
- Location: 3600 Workman Mill Rd, Whittier, CA 90601
Sections / Format / Time Control
| Section | Format | Time Control |
|---|---|---|
| 1800+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| 1400+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| 1000+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| 600+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| U600 Section | 4 Double Rounds SS (each player plays x2 games Black/White vs. same opponent) |
G/30;+5 |
Round Time
- Round 1: 9:30 am
- Round 2: 11:30 am
- Lunch Break: 1:30-2:00pm (Free Pizza will be provided)
- Round 3: 2:00 pm
- Round 4: 4:00 pm
Play-up Policy
We understand that players are eager to play up, and we do our best to accommodate such requests whenever possible. However, to maintain fairness and consistency, we have established a clear and transparent Play-up Policy. This helps ensure a more competitive and structured environment for players in the upper sections. If your decision to register is solely dependent on section placement, we strongly encourage you to review the Play-up Policy carefully before completing your registration. Please also note that section adjustments are typically made closer to the tournament date. This allows us to account for players who may gain rating points before the event and become eligible to play in higher sections. While players are allowed to select their preferred section at registration, we reserve the right to make final adjustments in accordance with the Play-up Policy.
- Play-up option is available to players within 100 USCF rating points of the section they want to play in.
- If you’re an unrated player, you can play any section except 1800+ section. Keep in mind that your rating will be provisional within your first 25 rated games; provisional rating could be used for section eligibility as well.
- The peak rating within the past six months may also be considered.
More Tournament Rules
Rules.ICEAChess.org (Please read before you register)
Entry Fee
$25
Notes
- One half-point bye available but not the last round.
- Players should bring their own sets, clocks, pencils, and scoresheets.
- Notation is not required for players in the U600 section.
- We will use May 2026 supplement (or most recent) ratings for pairing.
- TDs reserve the right to adjust ratings and sections in unusual circumstances.
- Registration is non-refundable, but we can roll your registration over to a future event if you request a withdrawal at least one hour before the tournament starts.
Trophies for top 3 Players (Standard Tiebreakers will be applied)
(If a section has fewer than 6 players, it will be combined with the closest appropriate section.)
Parking & Directions
Parking for the Tournament
- Please park in Lot F (recommended) — closest to L-Tower (LT).
- Lot B and Lot C are also good options with similar walking distance.
- Important: Lot 6 may look close on the map, but it is not the easiest access to the venue.
Finding the Tournament Venue
- The tournament is held at L-Tower (LT), 5th Floor Boardroom.
- From parking, walk toward L-Tower (LT).
- Take the elevator to the 5th floor and follow signs to the Boardroom.
- Campus map: View full map