This is a Swiss Style, all ages USCF Rated Scholastic Tournament. There will be 5 scholastic sections and one adult section. 

Coconino High School Flagstaff AZ 86001

$30 by February 27, 2026 6pm, then $50

Time control G/35;d5, high school and adult G/30;d5

Championship Sections: K-1, K-3, K-5, K-8, 9-12, Adult

Sections may be combined as necessary. 

Rounds 9:00, 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, 3:30 

Latest USCF ratings will be used for pairing purposes. 

Check in begins at 8:00am. Registration closes at 8:30 sharp. 

Two 1/2 point byes allowed if requested before 2nd round. Last round, zero point bye. 

Players registered after 8:30am will receive a zero point bye and will not begin play until round 2

Players under 12 y/o may not be left unattended without a parent or a coach.

Individual and Team Awards

K-3, K-5, K-8 Top 10 individual places

K-1, 9-12 Top 5 places

Adult- Top 2 places

Team Awards: 

K-1, K-8 Top 3 places

K-3, K-5 Top 5 places

9-12 Top 2 places

Top 4 counted, 2 make a Team. 

By attending the tournament, you consent to photography to be posted online and in other mediums. Should you not be in agreement, please provide written record to the tournament director. 

Refunds, if requested, will be provided minus a $5.00 fee per person.

Questions or more info call Bill Cheney: 928-266-2122

nazchesscenter@gmail.com

Register: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/FlagNAZChamp2026
Northern Az Chess Center Website: https://www.nazchesscenter.org/tournaments.html
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