New monthly tournament series at PSCC!
Open to all players, regardless of US Chess or HRCA membership status. This will not be a rated event. Tournament begins at 6:30PM on May 12, 2025.
All players must be registered and paid through King Registration no later than 6:15PM on 5/12. No Byes. Late arrivals will forfeit first round as a loss. Minimum of 4 players are required. If minimum # is not reached, entries will be deferred to the following month's tournament or a credit issued for the standard entry fee for another HRCA event.
Entry Fee: $15 in advance, $18 on site (6:00-6:15PM)
Refunds: No cash refunds. Credit for standard entry will be issued for any withdrawals before 6:15PM via a coupon code which is valid for any HRCA tournament on King for 1 calendar year. No-shows and withdrawals after 6:15PM are not eligible for credit.
Time Controls: 3 rounds of G/20; d5
Pairings: Players paired at random, subsequent rounds are ASAP.
Prizes: Cash Prizes based on entries for 1st and 2nd place. 50% of standard entry fees collected will make up prize totals for event. Organizer reserves the right to change the prize distribution based on number of players. All payouts will be sent electronically to winner via Venmo, CashApp, PayPal, or Zelle. Prize winners must provide their payment method preference and contact information onsite. Prizes will be paid out within 24-48 hours of the event. Cumulative prize payments of $600 or more each calendar year is reportable to IRS and requires issue of a 1099-MISC.
It is our goal to provide a fun, safe, and supportive environment for chess. By registering and attending this event (as participant or guest), you acknowledge and agree to abide by the US Chess Federation's Safe Play Policy, and HRCA's Code of Conduct and General Liability Waiver and Release. For more information on Safe Play or HRCA's Code of Conduct and General Liability Waiver and Release, please click the BLUE links above. Violations of these policies may result in warnings, or ultimately, disqualification or dismissal from the event without refund. HRCA Staff may take photos or video for HRCA marketing and programming materials - please let photographer onsite know if you do not wish to be included in any images or video.