Official Chess

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 1, 2026
2026-03-01 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States
Entry Fee: $54
Register: https://www.chessnycplayngo.org/events
Time & Location

PS 183 New York, 419 East 66th Street, New York, New York 10065

About the event PLAY N’ GO™ CHESS MEETS

In by 11, Home by 2!
3 Rounds of Triple Rated
Game 25 D/5 Play!
4 Player Sections (Quads)
Top 4 Players in Section 1
Others Then Placed in Descending Order

In by 11, Home by 2! Absolute Beginners to Masters. 3 Rounds of Play, USCF Uniquely Double-Rated Meets. Cash Prizes for All Sections!

PS 41 Chess Tournament - Sunday March 1, 2026
2026-03-01 09:30 - 16:00 | PS 41 Greenwich Village School, 116 West 11th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
PS41 Chess Tournament
Sunday March 1, 2026
116 West 11th Street Manhattan
Upcoming tournament dates: November 9, March 1, and May 17
More details to come
Information & Registration – NYC KNIGHTS

The Right Move Chess Federation - Riverbank State Park - Sun March 1, 2026
2026-03-01 09:00 - 16:00 | Riverbank State Park, 679 Riverside Dr,, New York, 10031, United States
Date:
Tournament:
Notes:
Pre-Registration:

March 1 at Riverbank SP
TRM #365
EF: Free. USCF only. 7 sections. Rd 1 at 10:00AM
Check In Ends at 9:30AM
Registration opens 2/16
www.chesstrm.org/NYC/

Welcome to The Right Move “Free Chess for Youth” Chess Tournaments
Current membership in USCF is required. Scholastic players may Join/Renew membership on-site for one year for $12. No credit cards.
7 sections: Sections may be combined if there are less than 6 signed up to that section by Friday at 6:00. Players can play up a section but at the TD’s discretion.
Awards: Based on the number of players in each section: 6-11 players in a section would earn 2 trophies. 12-29 players would get 3 trophies. 30-44 would get 5 trophies; 45-60 would get 7 trophies.
Medals are earned by a player who scores 2.5 or more points. The BEST TEAM CERTIFICATE is awarded to the team with the best score of the top four players in each section.

Awe: Adults welcome;
King: Rated Must be rated above 1300
Queen: Rated 900-1299
Rook: Rated 500-899
Knight: Rated Under 500
Pawn: Must be in Gr 3 or below and Rated Under 300

All Sections begin round 1 games promptly at 10:00. Round 2 is at 11:30. Round 3 at 12:45. Round 4 is at 2:00. Awards are at 3:30.
All games are USCF rated. G/25;d5
TRM

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday Feb 28, 2026
2026-02-28 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States
Entry Fee: $54
Location

PS 267 New York, 213 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065, USA

About the event PLAY N’ GO™ CHESS MEETS

In by 11, Home by 2!
3 Rounds of Triple Rated
Game 25 D/5 Play!
4 Player Sections (Quads)
Top 4 Players in Section 1
Others Then Placed in Descending Order

In by 11, Home by 2! Absolute Beginners to Masters. 3 Rounds of Play, USCF Uniquely Double-Rated Meets. Guaranteed Cash Prizes for All Sections!
https://www.chessnycplayngo.org/events

58th Annual New York State High School Championship - Saturday, February 28 - Sunday March 1, 2026
2026-02-28 10:00 - 2026-03-01 19:00 | Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
FEB. 28 – MAR. 1, 2026 | NEW YORK58th Annual New York State High School Championship
Website: https://new.uschess.org/58th-annual-new-york-state-high-school-championship
Location: Saratoga Hilton Hotel534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866I-87 Exit 13-N, 4 miles north on US 9
Overview:

Open to out-of-state players (with some prize restrictions).

Primarily intended for Grades 9–12 (grades 6–8 may play in Championship Section with prize restrictions).

6-round Swiss, G/60, d10.

Chess parking: $6 daytime, $12 overnight.

Maximum 400 players, divided into 4 sections (unrated allowed in any section):

High School Championship (Grades 6–12, top NY State player/team are NY State HS Champions; top NYS grade 9–12 player born 9/1/07 or after qualifies for Denker Tournament of High School Champions in Grand Rapids, MI)

High School Under 1900 / Unrated

High School Under 1500 / Unrated

High School Under 1000 / Unrated

Entry Fees (per player, space permitting):

By 2/7/26: $120

By 2/23/26: $140

After 2/23 until registration closes: $200

On-site entries may not be available.

Special 1-year USCF dues with magazine if paid online with entry.

Prizes:

Team prizes Based on top 4 scores from same school. Teams of 2–3 allowed (disadvantage compared to 4-player teams).

Trophies, plaques, or medals for top 10 players & top 5 teams in each section.

Class prizes awarded to top 2 each: U2000, U1800 (HS Championship), U1700, U1600 (in HS U1900), U1300, U1100 (in HS U1500), U800, U600, top 2 unrated (in HS U1000).

$2,250 Bonus Prizes in top 2 sections for top-scoring players residing in NY or attending NY schools (out-of-staters attending NY schools must confirm eligibility with TD by Round 3).

Championship: $1,000-500-250 (limited to NY players or players attending NY schools in grades 9-12); High School Under 1900/Unr.: $250-150-100, $100 limit to Unr.;

Free/reduced entry fee prizes to all CCA OTB tournaments (only for players residing in NY or attending NY schools): Championship section (only NY players in grades 9-12 eligible for free/reduced EF prizes in Championship Section): 8 months 1st, 6 months 2nd, 4 months 3rd & 4th.

Other sections: 6 months 1st, 4 months 2nd, 3 months 3rd & 4th (all NY players grades 6-12 eligible in Under 1900 Section & below). 2 months bonus free entry to NY players with 6-0 scores.

Some CCA events also have minimum rating requirements and/or additional surcharges, based on rating, to play in the top sections; the free/reduced entry fee prizes do not cover any such additional surcharges for playing in the top sections.

$300 Mixed Doubles Bonus Prizes: $200-100, to Best male+female 2-player team among all 4 sections combined, team rating must average U2200, may play in different sections and can be from same or different schools in grades 6-12 in any state; register at site (no extra fee) by 5 pm Sat.

Overall School Team Bonus Prizes: Awards (trophies, plaques or medals) to top 5 school teams among all 4 sections combined!

First Place Overall Team (Boards 1-4) also wins 4 additional months of CCA Free/Reduced Entries, 2nd Place Overall Team (Boards 1-4) wins 2 months additional entries (all players grades 6-12 in any state eligible for Overall Team Bonus Prizes).

Schedule:

Rounds begin Sat 11, 2, 5; Sun 9, 12, 3. Awards: about 5:30 pm.

Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rounds Sat 11, 2, 5; Sun 9, 12, 3. Awards about 5:30 pm Sun.

Half point byes OK all, limit 2, must commit before round 3.

Cash prizes split if tied, ties for non-cash prizes broken by tiebreaks (or by speed playoff if 6-0 tie).

Special Notes:

HR: see chessevents.us for rates, minimum stay and other details (hotel reservations links at chessevents.us should be open by mid-November or sooner). Hotels may sell out very quickly but could have availability much later due to late cancellations. For backup hotels see chessevents.us.

Special car rentals: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. $15 per player service charge for refunds.

Section switches subject to $20 extra charge after 2/23 (all substitutions from advance list subject to space limitations and charged late fee), no section switching or substitutions after 6 pm 2/26.

Questions: chesstour.com, director@chess.us.

Bring digital clock if possible- none supplied.

March official ratings used (except unofficial USCF web ratings or USCF Online Regular ratings usually used if otherwise unrated). Players with USCF Online Regular ratings over 100 points over their OTB ratings may be assigned higher tournament rating and may be required to play in higher section (TD may use USCF Scholastic Regulations for eligibility guidance). TD reserves right to assign estimated rating to players with non-USCF ratings.

Electronic devices rules: Electronic scorekeeping devices not allowed. See also www.devicerules.com; players may not possess cellphones during play but may store them in bag under table.

Unclaimed cash prizes usually paid by PayPal (may take a couple of weeks), but recipients are responsible for arranging delivery and/or replacement of other awards not claimed at site.

Enter online: www.chessaction.com. No mailed entries.

NY State High School Blitz Championship: 8:00 pm Sat., register at site Sat. by 7:40 pm.

Directly from website:
FEB. 28 – MAR. 1, 2026 NEW YORK
58th annual New York State High School Championship, Out Of State Welcome, but with prize restrictions– intended mostly for Grades 9-12 (grades 6-8 also can also play but with some prize restrictions in Championship Section), Saratoga Hilton Hotel, 534 Broadway, I-87 Exit 13-N, 4 miles north on US 9, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (see separate TLA, March 7-8, for NY State Scholastic Championship, Grades K-8). 6-SS, G/60, d10. Chess parking rate: $6 daytime, $12 overnight. May be limited to 400 players. In 4 sections. High School Championship (open to all in grades 6-12, top NY State player and team are NY State High School Champions; top NYS grade 9-12 born 9/1/07 or after qualifies for Denker Tournament of HS Champions in Grand Rapids, MI), High School Under 1900/Unr, High School Under 1500/Unr., High School Under 1000/Unr. Team prizes based on top 4 scores from same school; teams of 2 or 3 allowed, but are at a disadvantage. Unrateds allowed any section. Online entry fee at chessaction.com, all sections (space permitting): $120 per player by 2/7/26, $140 by 2/23. Registration may closer prior to these dates due to space limitations and entries may be subject to wait list. If registration is still open, entry fee after 2/23 until registration closes is $200 (On-site entries may not be available this year). Special 1-year USCF dues with magazine if paid online with entry: see chessaction.com. Trophies, plaques or medals to top 10 players & top 5 teams each section, top 2 each U2000, U1800 (HS Championship), U1700, U1600 (in HS U1900), U1300, U1100 (in HS U1500), U800, U600, top 2 unrated (in HS U1000). $2,250 Bonus Prizes in top 2 sections for top-scoring players residing in NY or attending NY schools (out-of-staters attending NY schools must confirm eligibility with TD by Round 3). Championship: $1,000-500-250 (limited to NY players or players attending NY schools in grades 9-12); High School Under 1900/Unr.: $250-150-100, $100 limit to Unr.; Free/reduced entry fee prizes to all CCA OTB tournaments (only for players residing in NY or attending NY schools): Championship section (only NY players in grades 9-12 eligible for free/reduced EF prizes in Championship Section): 8 months 1st, 6 months 2nd, 4 months 3rd & 4th. Other sections: 6 months 1st, 4 months 2nd, 3 months 3rd & 4th (all NY players grades 6-12 eligible in Under 1900 Section & below). 2 months bonus free entry to NY players with 6-0 scores. Some CCA events also have minimum rating requirements and/or additional surcharges, based on rating, to play in the top sections; the free/reduced entry fee prizes do not cover any such additional surcharges for playing in the top sections. $300 Mixed Doubles Bonus Prizes: $200-100, to Best male+female 2-player team among all 4 sections combined, team rating must average U2200, may play in different sections and can be from same or different schools in grades 6-12 in any state; register at site (no extra fee) by 5 pm Sat. Overall School Team Bonus Prizes: Awards (trophies, plaques or medals) to top 5 school teams among all 4 sections combined! First Place Overall Team (Boards 1-4) also wins 4 additional months of CCA Free/Reduced Entries, 2nd Place Overall Team (Boards 1-4) wins 2 months additional entries (all players grades 6-12 in any state eligible for Overall Team Bonus Prizes). Schedule: Rounds begin Sat 11, 2, 5; Sun 9, 12, 3. Awards: about 5:30 pm. Schedule: Reg. ends Sat 10 am, rounds Sat 11, 2, 5; Sun 9, 12, 3. Awards about 5:30 pm Sun. Half point byes OK all, limit 2, must commit before round 3. Cash prizes split if tied, ties for non-cash prizes broken by tiebreaks (or by speed playoff if 6-0 tie). HR: see chessevents.us for rates, minimum stay and other details (hotel reservations links at chessevents.us should be open by mid-November or sooner). Hotels may sell out very quickly but could have availability much later due to late cancellations. For backup hotels see chessevents.us. Special car rentals: Avis, 800-331-1600, use AWD #D657633. $15 per player service charge for refunds. Section switches subject to $20 extra charge after 2/23 (all substitutions from advance list subject to space limitations and charged late fee), no section switching or substitutions after 6 pm 2/26. Questions: chesstour.com, director@chess.us. Bring digital clock if possible- none supplied. March official ratings used (except unofficial USCF web ratings or USCF Online Regular ratings usually used if otherwise unrated). Players with USCF Online Regular ratings over 100 points over their OTB ratings may be assigned higher tournament rating and may be required to play in higher section (TD may use USCF Scholastic Regulations for eligibility guidance). TD reserves right to assign estimated rating to players with non-USCF ratings. Electronic devices rules: Electronic scorekeeping devices not allowed. See also www.devicerules.com; players may not possess cellphones during play but may store them in bag under table. Unclaimed cash prizes usually paid by PayPal (may take a couple of weeks), but recipients are responsible for arranging delivery and/or replacement of other awards not claimed at site. Enter online: www.chessaction.com. No mailed entries. NY State High School Blitz Championship: 8:00 pm Sat., register at site Sat. by 7:40 pm.

58th Annual New York State Scholastic Championship (HS Only!)
2026-02-28 - 2026-03-01 | Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
More info will be posted as soon as it becomes available!

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday Feb 22, 2026
2026-02-22 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

NY State Magnus League 7th-12th Grades
2026-02-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Columbia Grammar and Prep School, 36 West 93rd Street, New York, 10025, United States
2025-2026: Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 7, Jan 25, Feb 22, Mar 23, Apr 26

We are open to players in Grades 7-12 (who are also born after 4/21/2005).
Players can play as individuals as well as part of a school team.
We have both individual and team prizes!
We also have Mixed Doubles Tems Bonus Prizes!

Mixed Doubles teams are two players, one male, one female (they can be from any sections and any schools), with an average team rating Under 2200 at signup deadline. Players must sign up by January 28th for Mixed Doubles.
We have four separate sections.
1. Varsity, for players rated 1800 and above (at match date or within the prior 12 months, and invitees);
2. Junior-Varsity, for players whose Official Rating is Under 2000 at match date or Unrateds;
3. Novice, for players whose Official Rating is Under 1400 at match date or Unrateds;
4. Under 900, for players whose Official Rating is Under 900 at match date or Unrateds.

We have two rounds each date– at about 10:00 am (all sections) and then about 12:30 pm (Under 900); about 1:30 pm (Varsity, Junior-Varsity and Novice)– earlier if feasible.
Our Magnus League time controls: Varsity, Junior-Varsity and Novice: Game/60 + 30-second delay; Novice: Game/60 + 10-second delay (please bring a delay clock if you have one).

Presented By The Chess Center of New York and Little House Of Chess
With Grateful Appreciation to Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School
For more details, please visit Magnusleague.org

Tournament Information and Online Registration are coming soon.
Contact info: director@magnusleague.org

Packer Pelikings - Sunday, February 22, 2026
2026-02-22 09:00 - 18:00 | Packer Collegiate Institute, 170 Joralemon St., Brooklyn, NY, 11201, United States
TOURNAMENT HIGHLIGHTS
• Excellent Playing Conditions
• Trophies and Medals (all sections)
• Great Food | Coffee + Refreshments
• Seating Areas for Families and Siblings
• Free WiFi | Text Announcements
• Children’s Activity Area
• Convenient Location | Access to 8 Subway Lines

SECTIONS
1. Novice I: K-1, Unrated
2. Novice II: 2-4 Unrated
3. Juniors: K-6, U400
4. Primary: K-8, U800
5. Reserve: K-12, U1100
6. Classic: K-12, 1000 – 1400
7. Junior Championship: K-12, 1300 – 1600
8. Open Championship: K-12, 1600+
9. Premier Championship: 2000+

START TIMES
9:15 am for Premier Championship
9:30 am for Junior Championship and Open Championship
9:45 am for Juniors, Primary, Reserve, and Classic
10:00 am for Novice
ROUNDS
4 rounds for Novice, Juniors, Primary, Reserve, Classic
4 rounds for Junior Championship and Open Championship
3 rounds for Premier Championship
4th round byes available for all sections, except for Premier
TIME CONTROL
Game 40 | d5 for Juniors and Primary
Game 40 | d5 for Reserve
Game 45 | d5 for Classic
Game 50 | d5 for Junior Championship
Game 60 | d5 for Open Championship
Game 70 | d5 for Premier Championship
* Clocks and notation are required for all rated sections. No clocks or notation required for the Novice (unrated) section, however tournament directors may provide a time limit for Novice games that reach 60 minutes.

REGISTRATION FEE
• $60 until 2 weeks prior to the tournament (early bird)
• $70 until 48 hours prior to the tournament (regular rate)
• $90 for waitlist, or within 48 hours of the tournament (late entry)
DISCOUNTS
Siblings: $10 off per child
(discount code: SIBLING)
Junior Championship: free registration for players rated 1500+
(discount code: 1500+)
Open Championship: free registration for players rated 1900+
(discount code: 1900+)
Premier Championship: free registration for scholastic players rated 2400+
(discount code: 2400+)
Note: Discounts are available until 2 weeks prior to the tournament, and subject to availability. Max 10 free entries per section.

REGISTRATION
Registration closes at 6:00 am on the day of the tournament, subject to availability, however the organizers reserve the right to close registration at any time during the registration period.
PLEASE NOTE: TOURNAMENT ENTRIES ARE NOT VALID UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. THE ORGANIZER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND ENTRIES, FOR ANY REASON, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION.
ADULT SUPERVISION
All children under 16 must be supervised by a parent or guardian. The Packer Pelikings and/or Packer does not provide supervision between games. Please do not bring outside food or beverages into the facilities to participate in a chess tournament (the “Activity”).
CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONS
If you’re already registered for an upcoming tournament but need to request a change or cancellation, please email admin@pelikings.org.

PRIZES ​

$1,000 cash prizes

$600 for Premier Championship ($350, $150, $100)

$350 for Open Championship ($200, $100, $50)

$50 for Junior Championship (first place)

Trophies, medals and/or cash awards for all sections​

Certificates for first unrated chess tournament (Novice sections)

Medals for first USCF-rated chess tournament

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SECTIONS

Novice I: K-1, Unrated | 4 rounds

Novice II: 2-4, Unrated | 4 rounds

Juniors: K-6, U400 | 4 rounds | G40, d5

Primary: K-8, U800 | 4 rounds | G40, d5

Reserve: K-12, U1100 | 4 rounds | G40, d5

Classic: K-12, 1000 – 1400 | 4 rounds | G45, d5

Junior Championship: K-12, 1300 – 1600 | 4 rounds | G50, d5

Open Championship: K-12, 1600+ | 4 rounds | G60, d5

Premier Championship: 2000+ | 3 rounds | G70, d5

START TIMES

9:15 am for Premier Championship

9:30 am for Junior and Open Championship

9:45 am for Juniors, Primary, Reserve and Classic

10:00 am for Novice sections

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REGISTRATION FEE

$60 until 14 days prior to the tournament (early bird)

$70 until 48 hours prior to the tournament (regular rate)

$90 for waitlist, or within 48 hours of the tournament (late entry)

​​
BYES​
Premier Championship Section: No byes are available in this section
All Other Sections:
Half point byes may be requested as follows:​​

All half-point bye requests must be made prior to round 2 pairings.

Half-point bye requests cannot be changed once round 2 is paired.

Bye requests can be made by emailing admin@pelikings.org or by visiting Chess Control on-site.​​​

SECTION CUTOFFS AND PAIRINGS​
​Championship and Classic section cutoffs and pairings are based on live USCF ratings. All other rated sections are based on monthly USCF published (“book”) ratings. Please note that it is the player’s obligation to register for the correct section. Players that register for the wrong section may be reassigned or removed from the tournament in the organizer’s sole discretion.​​

DISCOUNTS (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY)​​

Siblings: $10 off per child (discount code: SIBLING)

Junior Championship: free registration for players rated 1500+ (discount code: 1500+)

Open Championship: free registration for players rated 1900+ (discount code: 1900+)

Premier Championship: free registration for scholastic players rated 2400+ (discount code: 2400+)

Note: Discounts are available until 30 days prior to the tournament, and are subject to availability. Max 10 free entries per section. Please note that entry discounts will be offset against cash prizes of $50 of more.
REGISTRATION
​Registration closes at 6:00 am on the day of the tournament, subject to availability, however the organizers reserve the right to close registration at any time during the registration period.
​
PLEASE NOTE: TOURNAMENT ENTRIES ARE NOT VALID UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. THE ORGANIZER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO RESCIND ENTRIES, FOR ANY REASON, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION.
CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONSIf you’re already registered for an upcoming tournament but need to request a change or cancellation, please email admin@pelikings.org.

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday Feb 21, 2026
2026-02-21 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

2026 U.S. Amateur Team North - Friday February 20 - Sunday February 22, 2026
2026-02-20 17:00 - 2026-02-22 21:30 | Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, 1800 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
2026 U.S. Amateur Team North
Presented by Chess Weekend and US Chess
PRIZES • FUN • FRIENDS • US CHESS RATED NATIONAL EVENT
February 20 – 22, 2026
Early entry ends February 7

CLICK HERE TO ENTER

Hyatt Regency Schaumburg
1800 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
$119 single-quad, free wifi included with room
Please reserve early at this link or call 847-605-1234 and use code G-CHE5
OPEN and RESERVE SECTIONS (see box below for one-day U1000 Section)
5 round Swiss, open to 4 player teams with one optional alternate.
Choice of 2-day or 3-day schedules.
Team average (4 highest ratings – January 2026 Rating List) must be

under 2200 for Open (Maximum rating difference between board 3 and board 4 is 1000; rating of board 4 will be adjusted accordingly)
under 1600 for Reserve

An entire team may take up to two byes in any rounds; byes must be requested by end of round 2 and are irrevocable after the end of round 2.
Time Controls
Game/90 +30 sec increment from move 1. Rounds 1 and 2 in the 2-day schedule play Game/60, d5.
Entry Fees

$200 per team if received USPS or online by 6pm on Feb. 7
$220 per team if received USPS or online by 6pm on Feb. 14
$240 per team online until 9:30am Feb. 20 and onsite.

Team changes onsite or after 6pm on Feb. 20, $20.
Individuals
…wishing to play, send $60 by USPS or online by 6pm on Feb. 14 or $70 thereafter, and request to be put on a team. Note: we guarantee you will play, but can’t guarantee which schedule, which board you will play, or the ratings of your teammates. Teams are formed the day of the event.
Schedule

3-DAY: onsite registration/check-in Friday, 5:30pm-6:30pm; Round 1, 7pm. Saturday, Round 2 10am; Round 3, 4pm. Sunday, Round 4, 10am; Round 5, 3:30pm.
2-DAY: onsite registration/check-in Saturday, 8am-9:30am; Round 1, 10am; Round 2, 1pm then merge with 3-day schedule for Round 3.

Prizes
Winning Open Section team qualifies for national playoffs.
Open Section Prizes

Top three teams
Top teams with average rating Under 2000, Under 1800
Top college team (all players in college)
Top high school team (all players in high school)
Top team composed of juniors (high school and younger)
Top mixed doubles team (two women and two men)
Top senior team (all players 50 and over)
Top individual score on each board

Reserve Section Prizes

Top three teams
Top teams Under 1400 and Under 1200
Top high school team (all players in high school)
Top K-8 team
Top female team
Top individual score each board

Special Prizes

Best team name
Best costume or theme (This will be held on Saturday.)

Prizes are clocks or bookstore credit.

One-Day Booster Section

Saturday, February 21, one day only
Time control: 4/SS G/60, d5
Four-player teams with one optional alternate
Team average (4 highest ratings – January 2026 Rating List) must be U1000
Round Times: 10:00am, 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 6:00pm
A team may take a bye in any round, byes must be requested by end of round 2 and cannot be changed after the end of round 2.
Entry Fee:

$120 per team if received USPS or online by 6pm on Feb. 7
$140 per team if received USPS or online by 6pm on Feb. 14
$160 per team online until 9:30am Feb. 21 and onsite.

Prizes
Top three teams
Top individual each board
Prizes are bookstore credit.

Register online here or by mail: Make checks payable to and send to: Chess Weekend, 21694 Doud Ct., Frankfort, IL 60423. Please include Team’s name and roster (plus ID#), captain’s email and phone number, and desired schedule.
A town hall for USAT-N Team captains will be held on Zoom the evening of Wednesday 2/18, and team captains will receive an email invitation.
Information
Email: glenn@chessweekend.com
Other team tournament rules are here
Boards and sets provided. PLEASE BRING CLOCKS!

Northern Blitz Championship

$1000 guaranteed. 5-round double Swiss (two games with each opponent) Game/3, 2-second increment. US Chess rated. Will be held Saturday night at 8 p.m. or after USAT Round 3 (which begins at 4pm). More information and registration here.

All special rules, details, and tournament conditions are subject to change without notice; changes will be posted ASAP at the tournament site, at chessweekend.com, at il-chess.org, and at kingregistration.com.

https://www.chessweekend.com/2026-us-amateur-teamnorth

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday Feb 15, 2026
2026-02-15 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday Feb 14, 2026
2026-02-14 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

2026 US Amateur Team West, Friday February 14 - Sunday February 16, 2026
2026-02-14 08:00 - 2026-02-16 17:00 | Sonesta Silicon Valley, 1820 Barber Lane, Milpitas, CA, 95035, United States
More information to come including event link.
Sonesta Silicon Valley
1820 Barber Lane, Milpitas, CA 95035
Milpitas, CA 95035
All US Chess National Events Calendar Listings:
https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar

2025-2026 Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School (CGPS) Friday Tournament
2026-02-13 16:00 - 21:00 | Columbia Grammar and Prep School, 36 West 93rd Street, New York, 10025, United States
Open to Students in Grades K-12 in 6 sections. US Chess Federation rated for all sections. Online registration will close 11 pm the day before the tournament. No entries on site!

Early bird registration fee is $50 for CGPS students, $60 for everyone else. ($15 added to all registrations after Tuesday night– within 72 hours of tournament. We have a $20 refund fee.)
Discount $5 per paying sibling. Free entry if you are rated over 1500!
Current US Chess membership required: $20 (age 19 and under)
Friday 4 pm at The Columbia Grammar School Gym/Cafeteria at 26 West 94th

Sections
Rating
Rounds
Time
Notation
Byes

Kindergarten
All
4
No clock used
Optional
0 or 1

1st Grade
All
4
No clock used
Optional
0 or 1

2nd/3rd Grade
Under 700
4
No clock used
Optional
0 or 1

Limited to first 50 players. Sets and boards provided.
Friday 4 pm at The Columbia Prep School Cafeteria at 36 West 93rd (map)

Sections
Rating
Rounds
Time
Notation
Byes

Reserve (K-12)
Under 900
4
Game 30 +5 sec delay
Yes
0 or 1

Classic (K-12)
800 to 1199
4
Game 30 + 5 sec delay
Yes
0 or 1

Premier (K-12)
1200 and up
3
Game 45 + 5 sec delay
Yes
No

Limited to first 50 players. Sets and boards provided. Top 3 sections: Please bring clocks!
Live ratings may be used at TD discretion; TD reserves right to assign players’ sections and to combine sections. Players winning their section usually moves up in the next tournament. Electronic score sheets not allowed!
Schedule:
The first round begins at 4pm. K through 3rd grade sections end around 7:45 pm. Other sections finish around 8:30 pm. The next round will begin as soon as possible after the previous round ends.
Awards:
Premier Quads prize: Free entry (value $50) into Marshall or G & T Quads. Other sections: Trophies to top 15 in each section. Honored Participant trophies to everyone else. Award ceremonies as soon as possible after each section concludes.
Important:
We are a nut free tournament! Please do not bring nuts or nut-containing items.
Do not attend if experiencing symptoms. Please maintain good “health etiquette” — wash your hands frequently, cover sneezes and coughs, etc. Parent or designate must be present to assert parental supervision over your child’s behavior and activities.
Little House of Chess, Inc does not provide supervision when a child has finished a scheduled game.
Email: littlehouseofchess@gmail.com if you have questions.

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday Feb 8, 2026
2026-02-08 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Hunter Chess Tournament
2026-02-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Hunter College Elementary School, 71 East 94th Street, New York, NY, 10128, United States
More info coming soon!

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday Feb 7, 2026
2026-02-07 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Empire Chess Training - GVS Scholastic Chess Tournament - Saturday Feb 7, 2026
2026-02-07 09:00 - 15:00 | Gantry View School, 5-36 50th Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
General Information:​​

Game Format: Swiss System

Novice (I and II) and Elementary will play 4 games

Advanced and Championship will play 3 games

Time control of G/25;d5 for ELEMENTARY (K-6)

Time control of G/40;d5 for ADVANCED (K-12)

Time control of G/45;d5 for CHAMPIONSHIP (K-12)

Date: November 8th, December 6th, January 10th, February 7, April 18, May 9, June 6

Venue: Gantry View School (5-36 50th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101)

USCF Membership: Current USCF membership required for all sections, except Novice (I and II)

Check-in starts at 8:30 AM. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the event to check-in.

Equipment: Chess sets, chess clocks, and notation sheets provided​

All participants under 18 must be chaperoned by an adult or guardian. If you want to drop off, please email empire.chess.tournament@gmail.com

To ensure a safe and focused environment, we ask that waiting children engage in quiet activities. Loud games and running in the hallways or waiting areas are prohibited.

For any questions, please email empire.chess.tournament@gmail.com

Tournament Sections:​​

NOVICE 1 (PreK-1) – Unrated (will not be USCF rated). No clock and notation (4 rounds)

Awards/Prizes: Trophies for top 3. Medals for all other players with 2 points and up.​

​NOVICE 2 (Grades 2-5) – Unrated (will not be USCF rated). No clock and notation (4 rounds)

Awards/Prizes: Trophies for top 3. Medals for all other players with 2 points and up.​

​ELEMENTARY (K-6) – USCF 600 and under (USCF Rated), G/25;d5 (4 rounds)

Awards/Prizes: Trophies for top 3. Medals for all other players with 2 points and up.​​

​ADVANCED (K-12) – USCF 1200 and under (USCF Rated), G/40;d5 (3 rounds)

Awards/Prizes: Trophies for top 3. Medals for all other players with 2 points and up.​

​CHAMPIONSHIP (K-12) – USCF 1200+ (USCF Rated), G/45;d5 (3 rounds)

Awards/Prizes: Trophies for top 3. $150 for 1st Place, $80 for 2nd, $50 for 3rd Place.​ (B/14 Entries)

Game Schedule and Awarding

Championship Check-in: 9:00 AM

Elementary & Advanced Check-in: 9:15 AM

Novice I & Novice II Check-in: 9:45 AM

After Check-In for the section, the round will start ASAP
Awards Ceremony – To be held immediately after the section concludes
USCF Membership

Active USCF membership is required to participate in the rated sections

If you are not a member, or has an expired membership, please JOIN / RENEW MEMBERSHIP

Half point byes may be requested as follows:

All half-point bye requests must be made prior to round 2 pairings.

Half-point bye requests cannot be changed once round 2 is paired.

Bye requests can be made by emailing empire.chess.tournament@gmail.com or by visiting Chess Control on-site.

https://www.empirechesstraining.com/gantry-view-tournament

Chess In the Schools Brooklyn Chess Day at MS 582K Saturday, February 7, 2026
2026-02-07 08:00 - 16:30 | MS 582K, 207 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11206, United States
This is a free CIS event.
Registration for this event will open in January 2026.
Location: MS 582K – 207 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Sections:
Quads (1400 and above) G/45
K-12 Reserve (1000-1399)
JH-HS Novice (6-12 Under 1100)
JH-HS NRB (6-12 unrated)
EL Novice (K-5 Under 1000)
EL Rookie (K-5 Under 600)
EL NRB (K-5 unrated).
Time Control:
All sections except Quads will be G/30 or G/25;d5
Quads will be G/45 or G/40;d5
Schedule:
For all sections except “Quads”
Check -in: 8:15 AM to 9:30 AM
Round 1: 10:00 AM
Round 2: 11:15 AM
Round 3: 1:00 PM
Round 4: 2:15 PM
Awards: 3:30 PM.
“Quads”
Check-in 8:15 AM to 9:30 AM, rounds times will be pushed forward if all games in a quad are complete.
Round 1: 10:00 AM
Round 2: 11:45 AM
Round 3: 1:45 PM
Awards will be given after prizes calculated.
Notes:
Sets, boards, and scoresheets provided. Bring a clock if you have one, and a pen or pencil for notation. Please note that pictures will be taken during the event.

https://chessintheschools.org/tournament/2026-2-7brooklyn-chess-day/

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday Feb 1, 2026
2026-02-01 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Tri-State Chess - Championship @ Ramaz Middle School - Sunday February 1, 2026
2026-02-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Ramaz Middle School, 114 E 85th St,, New York, 10028, United States
Register here: https://tristatechess.com/tournament-registrations/february-1st-2026-championship-ramaz/
Section Categories:
BEGINNER – PreK-1st – Not Rated No Clocks
NOVICE – Grades PreK-2 Under 600 G/25; d/5
ELEMENTARY – Grades PreK-6 Under 500 G/25; d/5
RESERVE – Grades PreK-9 Under 800 G/35; d/5
ADVANCED – Grades PreK-12 Under 1000 G/40; d/5
CHAMPIONSHIP – Grades PreK-12 Under 1400 G/40; d/5
UNDER 1800 SECTION – $$$ CASH Prizes G/55; d/5

Trophies to Top 15 places in all sections
• Trophies to top 15 Beginner, Novice & Elementary. Top 10 in all other sections.
• HIGH SCORER TROPHY TO ALL WHO SCORE 2 POINTS AND DO NOT WIN A PLACE TROPHY
• ENGRAVED CHESS MEDAL TO ALL OTHERS featuring the name and date of the tournament on the back
• U 1800 Section Cash Prizes: 60% of entry fees returned as prizes – 1st $25%, 2nd 20%, Top U 1600 15%

Trophies to the Top 4 Teams in all sections
• Trophies to top 4 Teams in all sections.
• The top 4 scorers from the same school in the same section make up the team score. Minimum 2 players.

4-SS 4 Rounds Per Section. Adults Included!
Entrants can ‘play up’ into any section.
All Sections Rated By The United States Chess Federation (USCF).
There is no elimination! All players play all rounds.

The Right Move Chess Federation - Roberto Clemente State Park - Sun February 1, 2026
2026-02-01 09:00 - 16:00 | Roberto Celemente State Park, 301 W Tremont Ave,, Bronx, NY, 10453, United States
Date:
Tournament:
Notes:
Pre-Registration:

Feb 1 at Roberto Clemente SP
TRM #364
EF: Free. USCF only. 7 sections. Rd 1 at 10:00AM
Check In Ends at 9:30AM
Registration opens 1/16
www.chesstrm.org/NYC

Welcome to The Right Move “Free Chess for Youth” Chess Tournaments
Current membership in USCF is required. Scholastic players may Join/Renew membership on-site for one year for $12. No credit cards.
7 sections: Sections may be combined if there are less than 6 signed up to that section by Friday at 6:00. Players can play up a section but at the TD’s discretion.
Awards: Based on the number of players in each section: 6-11 players in a section would earn 2 trophies. 12-29 players would get 3 trophies. 30-44 would get 5 trophies; 45-60 would get 7 trophies.
Medals are earned by a player who scores 2.5 or more points. The BEST TEAM CERTIFICATE is awarded to the team with the best score of the top four players in each section.

Awe: Adults welcome;
King: Rated Must be rated above 1300
Queen: Rated 900-1299
Rook: Rated 500-899
Knight: Rated Under 500
Pawn: Must be in Gr 3 or below and Rated Under 300

All Sections begin round 1 games promptly at 10:00. Round 2 is at 11:30. Round 3 at 12:45. Round 4 is at 2:00. Awards are at 3:30.
All games are USCF rated. G/25;d5
TRM

PS 9 Arts and Athletics - September 2025 Chess Tournament February 1, 2026
2026-02-01 09:00 - 16:00 | PS 9 Sarah Anderson, 100 West 84th St., New York, NY, 10024, United States
Arts and Athletics will host a developmental chess tournament at PS 9 at 84th and Columbus on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

REGISTRATION $45 – Early Bird Registration Fee $50 – Registration fee in place 5 days before event and day of by 9:30 AM On site registration will be for rounds 2-4

LOCATION / DIRECTIONS

100 W 84th St, New York, NY 10024 Nearest Trains: 1 train to 79th or 86th Street, B or C trains at 81st or 86th Street

SECTIONS • Unrated – unrated players U200 (4 rounds, no clock) • Novice – U600 (4 rounds, G/25 d5) • Reserve – USCF Under 1000 (4 rounds, G/25 d5) • Advanced – USCF Under 1400 (4 rounds, G/25 d5)

Tie-breaks: Modified Median, Solkoff.

ROUND TIMES
All sections start at 10:00 a.m., please arrive between 9:00 am – 9:30 am. Arrivals after 10:00 a.m. will play the second round and receive a half point bye.

Players in rated sections should bring clocks and score sheets.

USCF membership is required for all sections, except Unrated.

Please bring a chess clock if you have one. If neither player has a clock, one will be used for the end of game at the tournament director’s discretion.

AWARDS
Trophies to top 5 in each section Medals to top scorers Team Awards to top 3 schools in each section (Three to make a team, Top 4 Scores Count) Participation Prize for all participants

Scholastic Membership: You can purchase a scholastic membership for your child at the following link: https://new.uschess.org/become-member

FOOD AND DRINK: Snacks, drinks, and pizza available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the PS 9 PA

Contact Us: 212-621-9166, info@artsandathletics.org

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday Jan 31, 2026
2026-01-31 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

ICN Manhattan UES Grand Prix - Saturday January 31, 2026
2026-01-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Trevor Day School, 312 E 95th St, New York, NY, 10128, United States
Manhattan UES Grand Prix
from $49.00

About Saturday Manhattan Upper East Side Scholastic Grand Prix
Our In-Person Saturday Manhattan UES Scholastic
Grand Prix provides a weekly opportunity to play three similarly rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment. (Quad format means players are grouped into round robins with the three players closest to them in rating.)
Players will be paired in groups of fours, starting with our 4 highest rated players based on their LIVE rating and continuing down to our lowest rated players. We will be use only live OTB ratings
Please note that we will use LIVE OTB ratings for pairing purposes.
Tournament Details:

Scholastic Grand Prix (AM/PM Session)

Lunch will only be served to students registered for a full AM+PM session (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Rookie Academy (9 AM – 12 PM) for players rated U300 includes a morning lesson and 3 rated rounds. It offers a comfortable learning environment for our new and/or young players to explore competitive chess with clocks and notation, more than the once a month Rookie Academy.

Lunch nor snacks will not be served (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Location: Trevor Day School – 312 E 95th St, New York, NY 10128
Fall Saturday 2025 Season Dates: *Please note, dates are subject to change

October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

December 6th, 20th

January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Open to all USCF rated players Kindergarten – 12th Grade
Cost:

$49 per player (AM & PM Grand Prix)

$98 per player (AM + PM Grand Prix)

Weekly USCF Rating Reports: USCF Rating Reports
Tournament Rules:
Pairings: Quad + Small Swiss Sections:

Grand Prix

3 Rounds, Time Control:

Grand Prix G/25 d5

Drop off:

AM Grand Prix: 8:45 am

AM + PM Grand Prix: 8:45 am

PM Grand Prix: 11:45 am

Round Times:
Grand Prix Schedule (G/25 d5)
AM Session

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

10:00 am – 2nd round

11:00 pm – 3rd round

11:30-12:00 pm – Analysis and free play

12:00 pm – Pickup

PM Session

11:45 am – check in

12:00 pm – 1st round

1:00 pm – 2nd round

2:00 pm – 3rd round

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Analysis and free play

3:00 pm – Pickup

Grand Prix Pick Up –

AM Session – 12:00 pm

PM Session – 3:00 pm

Team Rooms: Analysis Areas, Team Room for select schools
In-Person Saturday Manhattan Scholastic Grand Prix – Individual & Team Standings
Drop-off Event
The event is a drop-off event. Parents are required to drop-off kids at the school entrance at 9 am and pick them up at the conclusion of the event.
USCF Membership REQUIRED:
Click here to become a USCF member or renew membership

Things to Note:

TD has discretion to move players to avoid sibling pairing

No more than 2 players from the same school in the same Group.

No byes permitted

Lunch will not be served

All players must have a valid USCF ID #

Please bring your own clocks

Pairings will be based on live ratings

If a player is late for the start of a round (indicated by the TD) their clock will be started

2nd and 3rd rounds will begin at the completion of your section’s previous round

TDs reserve the right to modify quads to avoid sibling pairing or to accommodate special requests (TD discretion)

100 point rating variance to accommodate sibling players

NUT Free:
All ICN Chess Programs are NUT FREE.
https://impactcoachingnetwork.org/icntournaments/manhattanuesgrandprix-h96kw

ICN Windsor Terrace Brooklyn Grand Prix - Saturday January 31, 2026
2026-01-31 09:00 - 15:00 | PS 230K, 1 Albemarle Rd., Brooklyn, 11218, United States
Windsor Terrace Brooklyn Grand Prix
from $49.00

About Saturday Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix
Our In-Person Saturday Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix provides the (weekly) opportunity to play three equally rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment.
Players will be paired in groups of fours, starting with our 4 highest rated players based on their LIVE rating and continuing down to our lowest rated players. We will be use only live OTB ratings
Please note that we will use LIVE OTB ratings for pairing purposes.

Lunch & Snacks will not be served/provided
(parents are encouraged to pack NUT FREE lunch & snack)

Tournament Details:

Scholastic Grand Prix (AM/PM Session)

Lunch nor snacks will not be served (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Rookie Academy (9 AM – 12 PM) includes a morning lesson and snack before 3 rated rounds. It offers a comfortable learning environment for our new and/or young players to explore competitive chess with clocks and notation, more than the once a month Rookie Academy.

Lunch nor snacks will not be served (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Location: PS 230, 1 Albemarle Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Fall Saturday 2025 Season Dates: *Please note, dates are subject to change

October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

December 6th, 20th

January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Open to all USCF rated players Kindergarten – 12th Grade
Cost:

$49 per player (AM & PM Grand Prix)

$69 per player (Elite Quads)

$98 per player (AM + PM Grand Prix)

Weekly USCF Rating Reports:
USCF Rating Reports
Tournament Rules:
Pairings: Quads + Small Swiss Sections:

Grand Prix

Rounds: 3 Rounds Time Control:

Grand Prix G/25 d5

Drop off:

8:45 am – AM Grand Prix

8:45 am – AM + PM Grand Prix

11:30 am – PM Grand Prix

Round Times:
Grand Prix Schedule (G/25 d5):
AM Session

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

10:00 am – 2nd round

11:00 pm – 3rd round

11:30-12:00 pm – Analysis and free play

12:00 pm – Pickup

PM Session

11:30 am – check in

12:00 pm – 1st round

1:00 pm – 2nd round

2:00 pm – 3rd round

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Analysis and free play

3:00 pm – Pickup

Pickup:
Grand Prix –

AM Session – 12:00 pm

PM Session – 3:00 pm

Team Rooms: Analysis Areas, Team Room for select schools
In-Person Saturday Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix – Individual & Team Standings
Drop-off Event
The event is a drop-off event. Parents are required to drop-off kids at the school entrance at 9 am and pick them up at the conclusion of the event.
Register for the USCF:
Become a USCF member or renew membership
Things to Note:

TD has discretion to move players to avoid sibling pairing

No more than 2 players from the same school in the same Group.

No byes permitted

Lunch will not be served

All players must have a valid USCF ID #

Please bring your own clocks

Pairings will be based on live ratings

If a player is late for the start of a round (indicated by the TD) their clock will be started

2nd and 3rd rounds will begin at the completion of your section’s previous round

TDs reserve the right to modify quads to avoid sibling pairing or to accommodate special requests (TD discretion)

100 point rating variance to accommodate sibling players

NUT Free:
All ICN Chess Programs are NUT FREE.

https://impactcoachingnetwork.org/icntournaments/brooklyngrandprix

ICN Manhattan Midtown Grand Prix - Saturday January 31, 2026
2026-01-31 08:30 - 16:00 | PS 111 Adolph S. Ochs, 440 West 53rd Street, New York, 10019, United States
Manhattan Midtown Grand Prix
from $49.00

About Saturday Manhattan Midtown Scholastic Grand Prix
Our In-Person Saturday Manhattan Midtown Scholastic Grand Prix provides the (weekly) opportunity to play three equally rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment.
Players will be paired in groups of fours, starting with our 4 highest rated players based on their LIVE rating and continuing down to our lowest rated players. We will be use only live OTB ratings
Please note that we will use LIVE OTB ratings for pairing purposes.
Tournament Details:

Scholastic Grand Prix (AM/PM Session)

Lunch will only be served to students registered for a full AM+PM session (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Rookie Academy (9 AM – 12 PM) for players rated U300 includes a morning lesson and 3 rated rounds. It offers a comfortable learning environment for our new and/or young players to explore competitive chess with clocks and notation, more than the once a month Rookie Academy.

Lunch nor snacks will not be served (Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack)

Location: PS 111, 440 West 53rd Street New York, NY
Fall Saturday 2025 Season Dates: *Please note, dates are subject to change

October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

December 6th, 20th

January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Open to all USCF rated players Kindergarten – 12th Grade
Cost:

$49 per player (AM or PM Grand Prix)

$98 per player (AM + PM Grand Prix)

Weekly USCF Rating Reports: USCF Rating Reports
Tournament Rules:
Pairings: Quad + Small Swiss Sections:

Grand Prix

3 Rounds, Time Control:

Grand Prix G/25 d5

Drop off:

AM Grand Prix: 8:45 am

AM + PM Grand Prix: 8:45 am

PM Grand Prix: 11:30 am

Round Times:

Grand Prix Schedule (G/25 d5)

AM Session

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

10:00 am – 2nd round

11:00 pm – 3rd round

11:30-12:00 pm – Analysis and free play

12:00 pm – Pickup

PM Session

11:30 am – check in

12:00 pm – 1st round

1:00 pm – 2nd round

2:00 pm – 3rd round

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Analysis and free play

3:00 pm – Pickup

Grand Prix Pick Up –

AM Session – 12:00 pm

PM Session – 3:00 pm

Team Rooms: Analysis Areas, Team Room for select schools In-Person Saturday Manhattan Scholastic Grand Prix – Individual & Team Standings
Drop-off Event
The event is a drop-off event. Parents are required to drop-off kids at the school entrance at 9 am and pick them up at the conclusion of the event.
USCF Membership REQUIRED: Click here to become a USCF member or renew membership
Things to Note:

TD has discretion to move players to avoid sibling pairing

No more than 2 players from the same school in the same Group.

No byes permitted

Lunch will not be served

All players must have a valid USCF ID #

Please bring your own clocks

Pairings will be based on live ratings

If a player is late for the start of a round (indicated by the TD) their clock will be started

2nd and 3rd rounds will begin at the completion of your section’s previous round

TDs reserve the right to modify quads to avoid sibling pairing or to accommodate special requests (TD discretion)

100 point rating variance to accommodate sibling players

NUT Free:
All ICN Chess Programs are NUT FREE.

https://impactcoachingnetwork.org/icntournaments/manhattangrandprix

ICN Manhattan Elite Quads (1000+ USCF) - Saturday January 31, 2026
2026-01-31 08:30 - 16:00 | Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church, 308 West 46th Street, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Elite Quads (1000+ USCF)
from $69.00

About Saturday Elite Quads (1000+)
Our In-Person Saturday Elite Quads provide the (weekly) opportunity to play three similarly rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment.
Players will be paired in groups of fours, starting with our 4 highest rated players based on their LIVE rating and continuing down to our lowest rated players. We will be use only live OTB ratings
Please note that we will use LIVE OTB ratings for pairing purposes.
Tournament Details:

Elite Quads (1000+)

Location: 308 W 46th Street, 10036 NY, NY
Fall Saturday 2025 Season Dates: *Please note, dates are subject to change

September 13th, 20th, 27th

October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

December 6th, 20th

January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Open to all USCF rated players Kindergarten – 12th Grade
Cost:

$69 per player (Elite Quads 1000+ USCF Required)

Weekly USCF Rating Reports:
USCF Rating Reports
Tournament Rules
Elite Quads 1000+
Elite Quads

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

2nd & 3rd rounds will start 5 minutes after the completion of the previous rounds.
Players may leave directly after the completion of their 3rd round.
Notes: Each Quad will play 3 Rounds G60, D5

Team Rooms: Analysis Areas, Team Room for select schools
Drop-off Event
The event is a drop-off event. Parents are required to drop-off kids at the school entrance at 9 am and pick them up at the conclusion of the event.
Register for the USCF:
Become a USCF member or renew membership
Things to Note:

TD has discretion to move players to avoid sibling pairing

No more than 2 players from the same school in the same Group.

No byes permitted

Pizza lunch will be served

All players must have a valid USCF ID #

Please bring your own clocks

Pairings will be based on live ratings

If a player is late for the start of a round (indicated by the TD) their clock will be started

2nd and 3rd rounds will begin at the completion of your section’s previous round

TDs reserve the right to modify quads to avoid sibling pairing or to accommodate special requests (TD discretion)

100 point rating variance to accommodate sibling players

NUT Free:
All ICN Chess Programs are NUT FREE.

https://impactcoachingnetwork.org/icntournaments/manhattanelitegrandprix

ICN Carroll Garden Brooklyn Grand Prix + Elite Quads (1000+ USCF), Saturday January 31, 2026
2026-01-31 08:30 - 15:00 | PS 32 Brooklyn, 420 Union St, Brooklyn, NY, 11231, United States
Carroll Garden Brooklyn Grand Prix + Elite Quads (1000+ USCF)
from $49.00

About Saturday Carroll Garden Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix
Our In-Person Saturday Carroll Garden Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix provides the (weekly) opportunity to play three equally rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment.
Players will be paired in groups of fours, starting with our 4 highest rated players based on their LIVE rating and continuing down to our lowest rated players. We will be use only live OTB ratings
Please note that we will use LIVE OTB ratings for pairing purposes.
Tournament Details:

Scholastic Grand Prix (AM/PM Session)

Parents are welcome to pack NUT FREE home lunch & snack

Lunch & Snacks will not be served/provided (unless full day signup)

Rookie Academy (9 AM – 12 PM) for players rated U300 includes a morning lesson and 3 rated rounds. It offers a comfortable learning environment for our new and/or young players to explore competitive chess with clocks and notation, more than the once a month Rookie Academy.

Location: PS 32, 420 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Fall Saturday 2025 Season Dates: *Please note, dates are subject to change

October 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

December 6th, 20th

January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Open to all USCF rated players Kindergarten – 12th Grade
Cost:

$49 per player (AM & PM Grand Prix)

$69 per player (Elite Quads)

$98 per player (AM + PM Grand Prix)

Weekly USCF Rating Reports:
USCF Rating Reports
Tournament Rules:
Pairings: Quads + Small Swiss Sections:

Grand Prix

Rounds: 3 Rounds Time Control:

Grand Prix G/25 d5

Drop off:

8:45 am – AM Grand Prix

8:45 am – AM + PM Grand Prix

11:30 am – PM Grand Prix

Round Times:
Grand Prix Schedule (G/25 d5):
AM Session

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

10:00 am – 2nd round

11:00 pm – 3rd round

11:30-12:00 pm – Analysis and free play

12:00 pm – Pickup

PM Session

11:30 am – check in

12:00 pm – 1st round

1:00 pm – 2nd round

2:00 pm – 3rd round

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Analysis and free play

3:00 pm – Pickup

Elite Quads 1000+

8:45 am – check in

9:00 am – 1st round

2nd & 3rd rounds will start 5 minutes after the completion of the previous rounds.
Players may leave directly after the completion of their 3rd round.
Notes: Each Quad will play 3 Rounds G60, D5

Pickup:
Grand Prix & Elite Quads Pick Up –

AM Session – 12:00 pm

PM Session – 3:00 pm

Elite Quads – 3:00 pm

Team Rooms: Analysis Areas, Team Room for select schools
In-Person Saturday Brooklyn Scholastic Grand Prix – Individual & Team Standings
Drop-off Event
The event is a drop-off event. Parents are required to drop-off kids at the school entrance at 9 am and pick them up at the conclusion of the event.
Register for the USCF:
Become a USCF member or renew membership
Things to Note:

TD has discretion to move players to avoid sibling pairing

No more than 2 players from the same school in the same Group.

No byes permitted

All players must have a valid USCF ID #

Please bring your own clocks

Pairings will be based on live ratings

If a player is late for the start of a round (indicated by the TD) their clock will be started

2nd and 3rd rounds will begin at the completion of your section’s previous round

TDs reserve the right to modify quads to avoid sibling pairing or to accommodate special requests (TD discretion)

100 point rating variance to accommodate sibling players
