See Caveman Chess Camp for information on the Caveman Chess Camp held immediately prior to the Senior Open. Adult only camp options available.
2021 U.S. Senior Open
Rounds, Time Controls, and Age: 6SS, G/90+30, must be 50 years old by July 30. 2021
Site: Circle Hall Elmhurst University.
COVID: Masks required for unvaccinated participants. Vaccinated participants may wear a mask if they choose. We may ask you to wear a mask if your opponent is immuno-compromised. See COVID policies at https://www.cavemanchess.com/coronavirus-impact. Watch for updates, particularly as Illinois opens further.
Dorm Rooms and Hotels: Dorm Rooms available ranging from $45-$80, No taxes/tips see COVID Rules for info and reservations. Nearby hotels – 10 within 2.5 miles 45 within 5 miles. (Register on Cavemanchess.com)
Ratings: July supplement.
Entries: Online only. https://www.kingregistration.com/event/CCUSSenior0730 Even onsite entries will be completed online. No cash or checks at any time.
EF: Due to additional space, cleaning and TD requirements, entry fees are higher than in 2019.
EF: $130 online by 5/31 midnight CT;
$150 online by June 30, midnight CT;
$170 online until July 30th 12:30 pm CT.
Later or onsite entries will be by computer, possibly receiving ½ bye in round 1. www.cavemanchess.com for more information.
Prizes: $8,000 b/100 paid entries: $1,500; $1,000; $700; $500; U2400: $500-$300; U2200: $400-$200; U2000: $400-$200; U1800: $400-$200; U1600: $300-$150; U1400: $300-$150; U1200: $300-$150; U1000: $200-$150; Unrated eligible for overall or U1200 prizes only.
Prizes: All cash prizes paid via PayPal within one week following the tournament. PayPal Personal Accounts are free and allow transfers to your bank. Go to www.paypal.com, choose sign-up and pick personal account.
Prizes: Plaque to top in each age group: 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Players may win both cash & age awards.
Byes: One Bye 1-6, must commit by end of rd. 2.
Check-in and Registration: 11a.m.-12:30 p.m. 7/30.
Rounds: Fri 1:00pm & 6:00pm; Sat 9:00am & 2:30pm; Sun 8:30am & 2:00pm.
Side events: Thu eve, GM Simul, GM Lecture, Saturday Blitz after R4. Details coming. On-campus meals available (no taxes/tips) Free WiFi on campus. Caveman Chess Camp 6/25-30; adult-only camp sections available, see website for details.
Sets and Clocks: Caveman Chess provides sets, boards; please bring clocks. Please know how to set your clock for increment and how to add time to the clock in case of a time penalty. Print out instructions and carry them with you. See Setting http://pdxchess.org/wp-content/uploads/Setting-the-popular-digital-clocks-for-G90inc30.pdf . Also, check YouTube for videos of your clock and know how to add penalty time.
Terms, Conditions, Refunds, withdrawals: See cavemanchess website, www.cavemanchess.com.
Questions: Contact@cavemanchess.com