Labor Day KLC GATE Selection K-13 Rated - Fremont

US Chess Rated • Open to All Players • Kindergarten–Grade 12

Monday, Sep 7, 2026: 3 - 6:30 PM

Tournament Location: KLC Fremont Office

Address: Fremont campus, 46164 Warm Springs Blvd, Suite #250, Fremont, CA 94539

Max capacity: 44 players

Sections and Sign-Up Information

Please sign up based on the player's grade level for the Fall 2026 semester.

Kindergarten Section
1st Grader Section
2nd Grader Section
3rd Grader Section
4^th Grader Section
5^th Grader Section
6^th -8th Grader Section
9^th -12^th Grader Section
We reserve the right to merge sections based on signups.

Open to: Welcome to All

Day & Time:
September 7, 2026, Monday, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Entry Fee: $50/each tournament; Non-refundable and Non-transferable

No-show penalty: Any player who is a no-show without any notification will be suspended from the KLC tournament for two months.

Time Control: G/30; d5 (Game in 30 minutes with a 5-second delay. Full game may last up to 1 hour.)

Rounds: Each tournament will have at least three rounds. All rounds will have the same time control (G/30; d5). (The beginner section will play four rounds if time allows it.)

Schedule: Round 1 starts at 3:00 PM on Monday. Please arrive by 2:45 PM. Consecutive rounds follow a so-called rolling schedule: after all games in a section of a round are finished, pairings will be posted, and the next round will start in 5-10 minutes. The expected end time is around 6:00 PM. Pickup at 6:00 PM (please arrive on time).

Bye request: One half-point bye is available upon request and must be requested AT LEAST 1 DAY before the tournament.

Rating: The monthly USCF supplemental rating is used to place players in sections and pair them. No playing up to a stronger section is allowed unless approved by Coach KIKI. The tournament director reserves the right to assign an estimated rating to players with non-USCF or online ratings.

The tournament will be USCF-rated. Current US Chess Membership is required to participate in the event.

All US Chess tournament rules apply. The tournament director's decisions are final.

Notation: Required if your rating is 300+ (Coach Kiki’s requirement).

Guidelines for Electronic Notation Devices: Only US Chess-approved electronic notation devices are allowed.

For a complete list of devices, please visit:

https://new.uschess.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/ electronic-device-certification-policy-july-2020_0.pdf

Equipment: Chess set and clock: KLC provides chess boards, sets, and clocks. You can bring your scorebook, but score sheets and pencils will also be available onsite.

Tiebreakers: When individual scores are equal, the tournament will follow the tie-break order listed in the US Chess Scholastic Regulations in order to determine awards:

1) Modified Median 2) Median 3) Solkoff

Tournament Location: KLC FREMONT Office: 46164 Warm Springs Blvd, Suite #250, Fremont, CA 94539

How to register

Step#1: Have your valid USCF member ID ready. USCF membership is required; if you are not a current member, you must renew or sign up via the official website of US Chess:

https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess

Step#2: Register link for KLC OTB RATED tournament:

First, please visit our website www.kingslandchess.com click the “tournament” tab, and find the link for our regular Friday Night OTB tournament

Second: Please find your name on the entry list after you register. If you cannot find your name on the entry list, it means your registration was not completed.

After Registering

1. Check Processed Entries to confirm registration (available 1 day before the tournament).

2. USE this email to request changes and corrections: judit.sztaray@gmail.com, and please make sure to forward a copy to kingslandchess@gmail.com

3. Any tournament regulation-related question can be addressed to Chief TD Judit Sztaray (NTD/IA) via Judit.sztaray@gmail.com

King’s Land Chess OTB Tournament Policies

Welcome to King’s Land Chess Club. The KLC club is a private club exclusively for KLC students. Our goal is to create a fun, safe, and fair place for all our students to practice, enjoy the game, and improve their chess skills.

We encourage all members to treat others as they would like to be treated and to follow the specific guidelines below. Players and community members who fail to follow these rules will be subject to warnings, removed from playing pools, and suspended from the KLC tournament.

Community Conduct Policy

Be kind, helpful, and forgiving.
Do not abuse, attack, threaten, discriminate against, or mistreat other members in any way
Do not hijack threads, troll, or post distracting or meaningless content
Do not discuss illegal activities

Sportsmanship Policy

Respect your opponents
Do not rush your opponent to make a move if it's their turn
Do not harass or accuse your opponents
Do not use any offensive language or hurtful words

Fair Play Policy

Do not get help from any other person, player, or coach
Do not artificially manipulate ratings, matches, or game outcomes
Do not interfere with the gameplay of other members

How to Show Good Sportsmanship

1. Be supportive.

2. Have a positive attitude.

3. Be respectful.

4. Be willing to learn.

5. Practice self-control.

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Read Me First:

Dear Chess Family,

The annual KLC GATE Selection Tournament is about to begin. First and foremost, I want to emphasize that this tournament is open to ALL chess players, whether you are currently enrolled in the GATE Program or are interested in joining in the future. Below is the schedule for the 2026 selection competition.

Once again, I would like to reiterate that this tournament is open to all players, and you are encouraged to invite any interested friends to participate. Feel free to forward this information to your chess friends as well.

Please note that we have limited spots available, so it's essential to register as soon as possible. Registration will close once all spots are filled. The tournament is divided into TWO stages. The preliminary rounds will take place on Labor Day, September 7th . The final rounds will be held on Friday, September 11th, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM in Pleasanton. The detailed rules and procedures will be announced by Ms. Kiki.

The specific arrangements for the final rounds will be determined based on the number of participants in the preliminary round. Parents, please reserve September 7th and September 11th in advance. Current GATE students are required to participate in this selection.

Preliminary Rounds - Regular Rating System:

Grouping: By Grade Level
Date and Time Sep 7, 2026 Monday 3PM-6:30PM
Time Control: G/30 D5 (Game in 30 minutes, with a 5-second delay per move)
Number of Rounds: At least three rounds (maximum of four rounds)

Semi-Final Rounds - Quick Rating System:

The top 6 players from each group will advance to the final rounds
Date and Time: Sep 11, 2026 Friday 5:30PM-8:30PM
Grouping: By Rating
Time Control: G/15 D5 (Game in 15 minutes, with a 5-second delay per move)
Quick Game Rated

Final Rounds - Blitz Rating System:

If there are tied players in the G/15 D5 chess tournament, we will proceed to a blitz chess match G/5+3 to determine the winner.

*** If there are not enough participants in any group, we will combine it with other groups.

About the Selection please visit our website: GATE/Team USA - KING'S LAND CHESS ACADEMY (kingslandchess.com)

KLC GATE Program Information

Details: Please visit our website : www.kingslandchess.com

Final Results --

Labor Day KLC GATE Selection Tournament 2026

US Chess Rated • Open to All Players • Kindergarten–Grade 12

Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Check-in: By 2:45 PM
Location: King's Land Chess (Fremont Campus)
Address: 46164 Warm Springs Blvd., Suite #250, Fremont, CA 94539
Capacity: 44 players

Tournament Overview

The 2026 KLC GATE Selection Tournament is open to all chess players, whether you are currently enrolled in the KLC GATE Program or interested in joining in the future.

Current GATE students are required to participate in the selection tournament.

Players are welcome to invite friends to compete. Registration is limited and will close once the tournament reaches capacity.

Tournament Sections

Players should register according to their Fall 2026 grade level.

Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grades 6–8
Grades 9–12

Sections may be combined based on registration numbers.

Tournament Information

Entry Fee: $50 per player
Non-refundable and non-transferable.

Time Control: G/30; d5
(Game in 30 minutes with a 5-second delay)

Rounds

Minimum of 3 rounds
Beginner sections may play a 4th round if time permits

Schedule

Check-in: 2:45 PM
Round 1: 3:00 PM
Remaining rounds follow a rolling schedule
Expected finish: Approximately 6:00 PM
Please pick up players promptly.

Bye Requests

One half-point bye is available upon request and must be submitted at least one day before the tournament.

US Chess Rating

This tournament is US Chess rated.

A current US Chess membership is required.
Monthly US Chess supplemental ratings will be used for section placement and pairings.
Playing in a higher section is not permitted unless approved by Coach Kiki.
The Tournament Director may assign estimated ratings for players without an official US Chess rating.

Notation & Equipment

Notation

Required for players rated 300+ (KLC requirement).
Only US Chess-approved electronic notation devices may be used.

Equipment

KLC will provide:

Chess boards
Chess sets
Chess clocks
Score sheets
Pencils

Players may bring their own scorebook if preferred.

Awards & Tiebreaks

When players finish with equal scores, US Chess Scholastic tiebreaks will be used in the following order:

Modified Median
Median
Solkoff

Registration

Step 1

Have your current US Chess membership ID ready.

If you need to join or renew your membership, visit the official US Chess website.

Step 2

www.kingslandchess.com → Tournament

After registering, verify that your name appears on the entry list. If your name does not appear, your registration has not been completed.

After Registration

Check the live entries to make sure your entry is on the list.
For registration corrections or changes, email:
- judit.sztaray@gmail.com
- CC: kingslandchess@gmail.com
Tournament rule questions may be directed to: Chief Tournament Director Judit Sztaray (NTD/IA)

No-Show Policy

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

KLC Tournament Policies

King's Land Chess Club is committed to providing a fun, safe, and fair environment for all students.

Community Conduct

Players are expected to:

Be kind and respectful.
Treat others fairly.
Avoid harassment, discrimination, or offensive language.
Refrain from disruptive behavior.

Sportsmanship

Players should:

Respect opponents.
Avoid distracting or rushing opponents.
Demonstrate good etiquette before, during, and after games.

Fair Play

Players may not:

Receive outside assistance.
Manipulate ratings or results.
Interfere with another player's game.

Good sportsmanship includes:

Being supportive
Maintaining a positive attitude
Showing respect
Being willing to learn
Practicing self-control

KLC GATE Selection Process

The selection tournament consists of two stages.

Stage 1 — Preliminary Tournament

Date: Monday, September 7, 2026

Format

Grouped by grade level
US Chess Regular Rated
Time Control: G/30; d5
Minimum 3 rounds (up to 4 rounds)

The top six players from each section will advance to the finals.

Stage 2 — Finals

Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Pleasanton