KLC 13th Anniversary Blitz Rated Open - All are Welcome!

Monday, January 19 Morning:  9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Morning Tournament Location: KLC Fremont Campus

46164 Warm Springs Blvd. Suite#250, Fremont, CA 94539

 

 

Sections and Sign-Up Information

Open to: Welcome to All （Welcome to invite your friends）

Day & Time:
Fremont Campus: Monday, Jan 19, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Check-in time is 9:15 AM)

Are you free in the afternoon? Join us at the Pleasanton Campus on the same day:
Monday Jan 19, 2026, Monday, 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Check-in time is 2:15 PM)
More information: https://www.kingregistration.com/event/KLC13thBlitz-Jan19-Pleasanton

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 KLC tournament for two months.

Time Control: G/5+3; (Game in 5 minutes with a 3-second increment per move.

Rounds: Each tournament will have at least four rounds. All rounds will have the same time control (G/5+3 ;). (The beginner section will play more rounds if time allows it.)

Drop off and pick up time:
Drop off 15 mins before the 1^st round
Pick up time is 12:30 pm 

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 (regular or blitz) is used to place players in a section and to pair players. 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.

3 Sections:

• Open: USCF 1000+
• Super A: USCF 500–999
• Group B: USCF U500

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: No recording needed

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 on-site.

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

Cash Prizes:

• 1st Place: $100 (each section)
• 2nd Place: $50
• 3rd Place: $20
• 4th–10th: $5

4-Day Half-Day Camp Raffle Tickets: ( 4 tickets) 

• KLC 2025 Half-Day Summer Camp Voucher: 50% Off Voucher/camp

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 13^th Year Blitz Open : 

First, please visit our website www.kingslandchess.com click the “tournament” tab, and find registration links 

After you register, please find your name on the ENTRY LIST. 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. 

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 Club Policies
King’s Land Chess Club is a Nut-Free private club for KLC students, aiming to provide a safe, fair, and enjoyable environment for students to practice, compete, and improve their chess skills. We ask all members to treat others with respect and follow the guidelines outlined below.

Community Conduct Policy:

• Be kind, helpful, and forgiving.
• Avoid abusive, threatening, or discriminatory behavior.
• Refrain from trolling, hijacking threads, or posting irrelevant content.
• Do not discuss illegal activities.

Sportsmanship Policy:

• Show respect to opponents.
• Do not rush opponents during their turn.
• Avoid harassment, accusations, or offensive language.

Fair Play Policy:

• Do not accept assistance from others during the game.
• Do not manipulate ratings or match outcomes.
• Respect the game and avoid interfering with others' gameplay.

How to Show Good Sportsmanship:

• Be supportive and positive.
• Practice respect and self-control.
• Be willing to learn and improve.

We look forward to seeing you at the tournament!

 

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