♟2025 King’s Land Chess – First Foster City Open Rated Tournament

 

Address: 650 Shell Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404 (Google Map)

 

Tournament Overview

The King’s Land Chess First Foster City OTB Rated Tournament is an officially rated US Chess event designed for players of all levels. It offers a competitive yet friendly environment where students can challenge themselves and grow through real over-the-board experience.

Sections

• U300
• 300–599
• 600–999
• Open Section

(Sections may be adjusted based on the number of participants.)

Capacity

Seats are limited. Early registration is strongly recommended to secure your spot.

Parental Guidelines

Parents are kindly requested to drop off and pick up their children before and after the event.
To ensure a focused tournament environment, parents are not allowed to remain in the playing area.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Tournament Details

Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Check-in by 9:15 AM)
Location:
KLC Foster City After-School Program Bright Horizon Chinese School

Entry Fee

• $50 per player (non-refundable and non-transferable)

No-Show Policy

Players who fail to attend without prior notice will be suspended from future KLC tournaments for two months.

Time Control & Format

• Time Control: G/30; d5 (Game in 30 minutes with a 5-second delay; each game may last up to 1 hour.)
• Rounds: 3 rounds total (same time control for all rounds)
• Beginner Section may include 4 rounds if time allows.

Schedule

• Round 1: Begins at approximately 9:40 AM (please arrive by 9:15 AM)
• Subsequent Rounds: Begin on a rolling schedule after each round finishes
• Estimated End Time: 1:00 PM
• Pick-up Time: 1:00 PM

Bye Requests

One ½-point bye may be requested at least one day before the tournament.

Rating & Eligibility

• Players are grouped and paired based on official USCF ratings.
• “Playing up” to a higher section is not allowed.
• Unrated players will receive an estimated rating assigned by the Tournament Director.
• Current US Chess membership is required to participate.

Tournament Rules

• All US Chess Federation rules apply.
• The Tournament Director’s decisions are final.
• Notation: Required for players rated 300+ (per Coach Kiki’s policy).
• Electronic Notation Devices: Only US Chess-approved devices are permitted.
  Please refer to the US Chess Electronic Device Certification Policy for the full list.

Equipment

• Chess sets and clocks will be provided by King’s Land Chess.
• Players may bring personal scorebooks; scoresheets and pencils will also be available on-site.

After Registering

• Please check the entry list to confirm your registration.
• If your name does not appear, your registration is incomplete.
• Verify your entry under “Processed Entries” one day before the event.
• For registration changes or corrections, email judit.sztaray@gmail.com and cc: kingslandchess@gmail.com.
• For tournament rule inquiries, contact Chief TD Judit Sztaray (NTD/IA) at judit.sztaray@gmail.com.
• For logistical or club-related questions, email kingslandchess@gmail.com.

King’s Land Chess Club Policies

King’s Land Chess Club is a nut-free, private chess community dedicated to KLC students.
We strive to create a safe, fair, and inspiring environment for all players to learn, compete, and grow.
All participants are expected to show respect, sportsmanship, and integrity throughout the event.

 

 

Final Standings

SwissSys Report: King’s Land Chess First Foster City Open - Nov 2