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Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 29, 2026
2026-03-29 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!

Chess In The Schools - Temple Emanu-El Team Chess Challenge at Temple Emanu-El - Sunday, March 29, 2026
2026-03-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Temple Emanu-El, 1 E 65th St,, New York, New York, 10065, United States
This will be an invitational event. Teams of 4 with rating restrictions.
Details for this event will be updated later this year.
4 Rounds with either G/30 or G/45 Time-Control.
Team Rating Restrictions TBD.

https://chessintheschools.org/tournament/2026-3-29cis-temple-emanu-el-team-chess-challenge/

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday March 28, 2026
2026-03-28 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States
Register: https://www.chessnycplayngo.org/events
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!

Chess In the Schools Manhattan Chess Day at PS 11M Saturday, March 28, 2026
2026-03-28 08:00 - 16:30 | PS 11M, 321 West 20th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
This is a free CIS event.
Registration for this event will open in 2026.
Location: PS 11M – 321 West 20th Street, NY, NY 10011
Sections:
Quads (1400 and above) G/45
K-12 Reserve (1000-1399)
JH-HS Novice (6-12 Under 1100)
EL Novice (K-5 Under 1000)
EL Rookie (K-5 Under 600)
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/2026-3-28manhattan-chess-day/

2026 National High School (K-12) Championship, Friday March 27 - Sunday March 29, 2026
2026-03-27 08:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 | Sheraton Grand Chicago, 301 E. North Water St., Chicago, NY, 60611, United States
More Information to come

2026 National High School (K-12) Championship, March 27-29
Sheraton Grand Chicago
301 E. North Water St., Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 464-1000
HR: $179 single/double/triple/quad

All US Chess National Events Calendar Listings:
https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar

NY State Magnus League 7th-12th Grades
2026-03-23 10:00 - 17:00, 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

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 22, 2026
2026-03-22 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

PS 9 Arts and Athletics - September 2025 Chess Tournament March 22, 2026
2026-03-22 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 March 21, 2026
2026-03-21 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Chess In The Schools - CM Pierina Sanchez Chess Challenge at 390X Saturday, March 21, 2026
2026-03-21 08:00 - 17:00 | MS 390X, 1930 Andrews Ave S,, Bronx, 10453, United States
This is a free CIS event
Registration for this event will open up in February.
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/2026-3-21cm-pierina-sanchez-chess-challenge/

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 15, 2026
2026-03-15 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Tri-State Chess - Championship @ Manhattan Day School Sunday - March 15, 2026
2026-03-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Manhattan Day School, 310 West 75th Street, New York, NY, 10023, United States
Entry Fee: $55.00 if received online by January 5, 2026 $65 thereafter, $75 January 10, 2026, $79 tournament day and on-site.
Register: https://tristatechess.com/tournament-registrations/march-15th-2026-championship-manhattan-day-school/
Section Categories:
BEGINNER – PreK-1st Grade – 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- PreK-12 Under 1400 G/40; d/5
Under 1800 SECTION-$$$ CASH Prizes G/55; d/5 → 3 rounds only for this section. Adults Included!

Round one begins at 10:00AM. Rounds 2-4 will begin as soon as the previous round has finished.

Please Bring Chess Clock if you have one. Boards & Pieces supplied.
• Please register in advance if possible, to avoid the additional $20 late fee
• Membership required: $24.00/year for the U.S. CHESS FEDERATION (USCF) players under 18 years old, USchess.org
• Send entry and make checks payable to Tri-State Chess: Or visit us in our store…
The Chess Exchange, 325 E. 88 St. New York, NY 10128 … Fax (917) 477-2110, Info (212) 289-5997
• Credit card entries accepted Online only: www.TriStateChess.com Info@TriStateChess.com
• On-site registration: 9:00 – 9:30 AM. Late entrants may not be paired for the first round.
• The playing site at Manhattan Day School is a kosher facility and therefore food cannot be brought into the building. Pizza for sale onsite!

INDIVIDUAL PRIZES
• Trophies to top 15 in all 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%
TEAM PRIZES
• 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.

bye for up to 3 rounds.
1/2 point Bye Requests (2 maximum) A bye is a request to not be paired for a particular round, but to remain in the event for all other rounds and still receive 1/2 point credit for not playing which will add to your final score.

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday March 14, 2026
2026-03-14 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Chess In The Schools - Bronx Borough President’s Cup at PS 70X - Saturday, March 14, 2026
2026-03-14 08:00 - 17:00 | PS 70X, PS 70X - 1691 Weeks Ave, Bronx, NY, 10457, United States
This is a free CIS event.
Special Bronx Only Event (School or Residence). Registration will open in January 2026
Sections:
K-12 Open
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/2026-3-14bronx-chess-day/

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 8, 2026
2026-03-08 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

58th Annual New York State Scholastic Championships (K-8) Saturday March 7 - Sunday March 8, 2026
2026-03-07 11:00 - 2026-03-08 18:00 | Saratoga Hilton, 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
58th Annual New York State Scholastic Chess Championships
https://new.uschess.org/58th-annual-new-york-state-scholastic-championships-open-grades-k-8-only
(complete details at the bottom)
📅 Dates: March 8–9, 2026 (Saturday–Sunday)📍 Location: Saratoga Springs, NYRounds: 6 Rounds, G/60, d10

🎓 Eligibility

Grades K–8 only.

Out-of-state players allowed, but not eligible for NY State Champion titles.

Grades 6–8 players may also compete in the High School Championship (Feb 28–Mar 1), but with some prize restrictions.

Unrated players may enter any section that fits their grade level.

🏅 Sections (12 Total)
Middle School (Grades K–8)

K–8 Championship

Top NYS player (born on/after 9/1/11) qualifies for the Barber National Tournament of State K–8 Champions.

K–8 Under 1700

K–8 Under 1300

K–8 Under 900

Elementary (Grades K–5)

K–5 Championship

Top NYS player (born on/after 9/1/14) qualifies for the Rockefeller National Tournament of State K–5 Champions.

K–5 Under 1400

K–5 Under 1000

K–5 Under 600

Primary (Grades K–3)

K–3 Championship

K–3 Under 800

Kindergarten–1st Grade (K–1)

K–1 Championship

K–1 Under 400

🏨 Playing Sites (Four Locations)

Saratoga Hilton Hotel – 534 Broadway

Sections: K–3 Under 800, K–1 Championship, K–1 Under 400

Parking: $6 daytime / $12 overnight

Saratoga Springs City Center – 522 Broadway

Sections: K–8 Under 900, K–5 Under 1400, K–5 Under 1000, K–5 Under 600, K–3 Championship

Connected indoors to the Hilton

Saratoga Music Hall – 474 Broadway

Section: K–5 Championship

Some K–5 Under 1400 games may also be played here

Courtyard by Marriott – 11 Excelsior Ave.

Sections: K–8 Championship, K–8 Under 1700, K–8 Under 1300

Capacity Limits

Hilton + City Center combined: 1,200 players

Marriott: 340 players

Music Hall: 220 players

🕒 Schedule
Saturday, March 8

Rounds 1–3: 11:00 am, 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm

Sunday, March 9

Rounds 4–6: 9:00 am, 12:00 pm, 3:00 pm

Awards Ceremony: ~5:30 pm Sunday

Half-point Byes:

Available for up to 2 rounds (must request before Round 2).

🏆 Awards

Top 10 players and Top 5 teams per section.

Team prizes based on top 4 scores from same school, teams of 2 or 3 allowed, but are at a disadvantage.

Top 2 unrated players in U900, U800, U600 & U400 sections.

Additional prizes for rating-group leaders within each section.

Speed playoff in case of a perfect (6–0) tie.

Trophies, plaques or medals to top 10 players & top 5 teams each section, top 2 unrated in U900, U800, U600 & U400, top 2 each U1800, U1600, U1400 (K-8 Championship), U1500, (K-8 U1700), U1100 (K-8 U1300), U700, U500, U300 (K-8 U900), U1700, U1500 (K-5 Championship), U1200, U1000 (K-5 U1400), U800, U700 (K-5 U1000), U500, U400, U300 (K-5 U600), U1400, U1200, U1000 (K-3 Championship), U600, U500, U400, U300 (K-3 U800), U800, U600, U400 (K-1), U300, U200 (K-1 U400). Speed playoff if 6-0 tie.
Free/reduced entry fee prizes to all CCA OTB tournaments (only for players residing in NY and/or attending NY schools): Championship sections: 8 months 1st, 6 months 2nd, 4 months 3rd & 4th. Other sections: 6 months 1st, 4 months 2nd, 3 months 3rd & 4th. 2 months bonus entries 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.

Free / Reduced Entry Fee Prizes (NY Players Only)

Championship Sections:

1st: 8 months free CCA entries

2nd: 6 months

3rd–4th: 4 months

Other Sections:

1st: 6 months

2nd: 4 months

3rd–4th: 3 months

Bonus: NY players scoring 6–0 get +2 months.(Note: free entries don’t cover rating surcharges for top sections.)

💰 Entry Fees

Date
Fee
Notes

By Feb 7
$120
Early registration

By Feb 23
$160
Regular registration

After Feb 23
$200
Late entry (if space remains)

On-site (if allowed)
$250
May not be available due to space limits

⚠️ Registration may close early once capacity is reached.Some players may be placed on a wait list.

Online registration only: chessaction.com

No mail entries.

USCF membership required.

Discounted 1-year USCF dues available if purchased with entry.

💻 Ratings & Eligibility Rules

March official USCF ratings will be used.

USCF Online Regular ratings (if available) used for unrated players.

Players with online ratings >100 points above OTB may be moved to a higher section.

TDs may assign estimated ratings using scholastic guidelines.

📱 Device Policy

Electronic scorekeeping devices not allowed.

No cellphones during play. May be stored in bag under the table.

For full policy: www.devicerules.com

🏨 Hotels & Travel

Hotel info & reservations: chessevents.us

Includes rates, booking links, and minimum stay details.

Rooms sell out early but may reopen later due to cancellations.

Car rentals: Avis 800-331-1600 (use AWD #D657633 for discount).

♟️ Blitz Side Event

Saturday, March 8, 8:00 pm

Enter on-site by 7:40 pm Saturday

🔁 Refunds, Changes & Substitutions

Refund service charge: $15 per player

Section switch after Feb 23: $20 extra

No changes or substitutions after 5:00 pm, March 5

📬 Questions

Website: chesstour.com

Email: director@chess.us

Bring your own digital chess clock (none provided)

Complete Details:
58th annual New York State Scholastic Championships (out of state players allowed but with prize restrictions)– OPEN TO GRADES K-8 ONLY. See separate TLA, 2/28-3/1, for NY State High School Championship, for grades 9-12 (grades 6-8 also permitted on 2/28-3/1, but with some prize restrictions). 6-SS, G/60, d10, top NYS player and team in each Championship section are NY State Champions. In 12 separate sections: 1). Middle School (K-8) Championship (top NYS grade 6-8 born 9/1/11 or after qualifies for Barber National Tournament of State K-8 Champions), 2). K-8 Under 1700 Section, 3). K-8 Under 1300, 4). K-8 Under 900; 5). Elementary (K-5) Championship (top NYS player born 9/1/14 or after qualifies for Rockefeller National Tournament of State K-5 Champions), 6). K-5 Under 1400, 7). K-5 Under 1000, 8). K-5 Under 600; 9). Primary (K-3) Championship, 10). K-3 Under 800; 11). K-1 Championship, 12). K-1 Under 400 Section. In four separate playing locations: Saratoga Hilton Hotel (K-3 Under 800, K-1 Championship, K-1 Under 400 sections), 534 Broadway, I-87 Exit 13-N, 4 miles north on US 9 (Hilton Chess parking rate: $6 daytime, $12 overnight); Saratoga Springs City Center (K-8 Under 900, K-5 Under 1400, K-5 Under 1000, K-5 Under 600, K-3 Championship), adjacent to Saratoga Hilton Hotel (connected by indoor walkway), 522 Broadway; Saratoga Music Hall (K-5 Championship Section), 2½ blocks south of Convention Center at 474 Broadway; Courtyard By Marriott Hotel (K-8 Championship, K-8 Under 1700, K-8 Under 1300), 11 Excelsior Ave., 2/5 mile north of Saratoga Hilton; Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Some K-5 Under 1400 Section games might also be played at Saratoga Music Hall. Sections at Hilton/City Center may be limited to a total of 1200 players, sections at Marriott may be limited 340 players, section(s) at Music Hall may be limited to 220 players. Team prizes based on top 4 scores from same school, teams of 2 or 3 allowed, but are at a disadvantage. Players are subject to the specific rating and grade requirements for each section (Championship sections open to all players meeting grade requirements); the four Middle School (K-8) sections are open to players in grades 8 and below; the four Elementary (K-5) sections are open to players in grades 5 and below; the two Primary (K-3) sections are open to players in grades 3 and below; the two K-1 sections are open to players grades 1/below; unrated players meeting grade requirements allowed in any section. Online entry fee at chessaction.com, all sections (space permitting): $120 per player by 2/7/26, $160 by 2/23. REGISTRATION MAY CLOSE PRIOR TO THESE DATES DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS. Entries may be subject to wait list. If registration is still open, entry fee after 2/23 until advance registration closes is $200. On-site entries: $250 and may not be available this year. USCF Membership Required. Special 1-year USCF dues if paid online with entry: see chessaction.com. Trophies, plaques or medals to top 10 players & top 5 teams each section, top 2 unrated in U900, U800, U600 & U400, top 2 each U1800, U1600, U1400 (K-8 Championship), U1500, (K-8 U1700), U1100 (K-8 U1300), U700, U500, U300 (K-8 U900), U1700, U1500 (K-5 Championship), U1200, U1000 (K-5 U1400), U800, U700 (K-5 U1000), U500, U400, U300 (K-5 U600), U1400, U1200, U1000 (K-3 Championship), U600, U500, U400, U300 (K-3 U800), U800, U600, U400 (K-1), U300, U200 (K-1 U400). Speed playoff if 6-0 tie. Free/reduced entry fee prizes to all CCA OTB tournaments (only for players residing in NY and/or attending NY schools): Championship sections: 8 months 1st, 6 months 2nd, 4 months 3rd & 4th. Other sections: 6 months 1st, 4 months 2nd, 3 months 3rd & 4th. 2 months bonus entries 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. Schedule: Rounds begin Sat 11, 2, 5; Sun 9, 12, 3. Awards: about 5:30 pm Sun. Recipients responsible for arranging delivery and/or replacement of awards not claimed at site. Half point byes OK all, limit 2, must commit before round 2. 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 5 pm 3/5. Questions: chesstour.com, director@chess.us. Bring digital clock if possible- none supplied. March official ratings used (except unofficial USCF 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. Entry: www.chessaction.com. No mail entries. Blitz tournament: 8 pm Sat, enter at site Sat by 7:40 pm.

Address:
Hilton Hotel: 534 Broadway; Saratoga City Center: 522 Broadway; Saratoga Courtyard Marriott: 11 Excelsior Ave
I-87 Exit 13-N, about 4 miles north on US 9
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
United States

Sections: 12
Grand Prix Points:
Prize Fund:
FIDE Rated: No
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Residency Restriction: No
Online Event: No

Organizer Overview

Continental Chess

Email: director@chess.us
Phone: director@chess.us
Website: https://www.chesstour.com

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 267 Saturday March 7, 2026
2026-03-07 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 267, 213 E 63rd St,, New York, NY, 10065, United States

Chess In The Schools - CM Amanda Farias All Girls Chess Challenge at 123X - Saturday, March 7, 2026
2026-03-07 08:00 - 17:00 | JHS 123X James M. Kieran, 1025 Morrison Ave, Bronx, NY, 10472, United States
This is a free CIS event
Registration for this special event will open in late January 2026.
Sections:
K-12 Championship (1200 & up)
K-12 Classic (Under 1200)
JH-HS Novice (6-12 Under 1000)
JH-HS Unrated (Grades 6-12)
EL Championship (K-5 Under 1000)
Primary Championship (K-2 Open)
EL Unrated (Grades K-5 ).
*Team prizes will be calculated by the top-3 scores from the each team by section.
Time Control:
All sections will be G/30 or G/25 with 5 Second Delay.
Schedule:
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.
Notes:
Sets, boards, and scoresheets provided. Bring a clock if you have one, and a pen or pencil for notation.
Are CIS tournaments public events?
Yes, CIS tournaments are public events. By registering to the tournaments, participants (and their caregivers, if applicable) grant full permission to Chess in the Schools to use photographs, video- and/or audio-recordings of them, and/or their children, taken during CIS events in publications, news releases, online, and in other communications related to the mission of Chess in the Schools. No registrants and/or participants are entitled to compensation for their appearance in such materials. All registrants and participants release and discharge CIS from all liability, losses, and damages for libel, slander, invasion of privacy or any other claim arising out of or relating to the use of videotapes, recordings and/or photographs.

https://chessintheschools.org/tournament/2026-3-7cm-amanda-farias-all-girls-chess-challenge/

Chess NYC - Play N’ Go™ Select Chess Meets @ PS 183 Sunday March 1, 2026
2026-03-01 11:00 - 14:00 | PS 183, 419 East 66th Street, New York, NY, 10065, United States

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

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

​​​
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

​
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
