Summary: Rated scholastic chess at the Chicago Chess Center. Round one of a scholastic team event; runs through February.

Sections: Open

Prizes:

  • Medals: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th.

  • Team Trophies: Top 3 Teams (team points are determined by adding the top 4 players' scores of teams). Team trophies will be awarded as part of the team circuit.

Location: 47 West Polk, Chicago, IL 60657

Format: Three Games, 25+5 (Dual Rated), Swiss pairings, Teammates will not play each other. The top 4 monthly scores count towards the school's season points.

Schedule: Round 1 at 12 PM, Rounds 2 and 3 immediately after

Information: td@chichess.org

Affordability:

  • The cost is $19.99 to play in the tournament.

  • Students also have a buy a USCF membership ($20 annual) in advance.

If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us

Transportation: We are right next to the Harrison Red Line, Lasalle Blue Line, and Harold Washington Library Loop stop. Additionally we are 1 mile from Union Station and 1.3 miles from Ogilvie.

Parking: Paid parking is available behind Dearborn Station, but there is also street parking, lots, and garages nearby

Cosponsored with Twist and Shout School, Nexplore, and MM Chess Academy.