Registration Form
Tournament
2026 August ICEA Chess@West LA
Rounds
4
Start Date
08/08/2026
End Date
08/08/2026
Sections
2000+ (4)
1600+ (10)
1000+ (16)
U1000 (7)
U600 (15)
Players
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Tournament Information
ICEA 2026 August OTB Chess Tournament [August 8]
Playing Competitive USCF-rated OTB Chess Tournaments in West LA
All Children and Adults are welcome!
2100-rated players or seniors (65+) play free
Event Details
- Tournament Date: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026
- Location: 11555 National Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Sections / Format / Time Control
| Section | Format | Time Control |
|---|---|---|
| 2000+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| 1600+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| 1000+ Section | 4 Round SS | G/45;+5 |
| U1000/U600 Section | 3 Double Rounds SS (each player plays x2 games Black/White vs. same opponent) |
G/30;+5 |
Round Time
- 2000+ / 1600+ / 1000+: 9am / 11am / 2pm / 4pm
- U1000/U600: 9am / 11am / 2pm
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 who hasn’t played any rated games yet, you’ll need to start with the U1000 or U600 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 (Early Bird by July 31st) / $35 (After July 31st)
(2100+ rated players or age 65+ play for free: fill this form to claim the free entry)
Notes
- Please request byes in advance here if you need to miss any rounds. One half-point bye available for 2000+ / 1600+ / 1000+ sections (0-point bye for the last round).
- For any correction after registration, please submit a change request here: https://request.iceachess.org
- Players should bring their own sets, clocks, pencils, and scoresheets.
- Notation is not required for players in the U600 section and in 3rd grade and below.
- We will use August 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 next month’s tournament or a future event if you request a withdrawal at least one hour before the tournament starts.
Cash Prizes / Medals
(Payouts will be based on the number of entries per section):
- 6–10 players: Top 3 players
- 11–20 players: Top 4 players
- 21–30 players: Top 5 players
- 31–40 players: Top 6 players
- 41–50 players: Top 7 players
Note:
- In the U1000/U600 section, we offer a medal as an alternative prize option for children who prefer a medal instead of a cash award.
- If a section has fewer than 6 players, it will be combined with the closest appropriate section.
- If a section has more than 50 players, it will be divided into two subgroups: players with an odd-numbered position in the registration order will be placed in Group A, and those with an even-numbered position will be placed in Group B.
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