Saturday May 18, 2024
Franklin County Extension Office
101 Lakeview Ct.
Frankfort, KY 40601
US Chess Membership is Required. This event is only open to female players. For eligibility, a player’s USCF record should list “F” under Gender. Please see the relevant US Chess policy regarding this aspect of a membership record if there are any concerns.
Players younger than high school age (~14) must be accompanied by an adult.
One Section - USCF Rated
4 Rounds SS; G/50+10 (Clocks will be set with 50 minutes per player, and a 10 second increment that adds back after each move). Accelerated pairings may be used at tournament director discretion.
Register Online:
KY residents or those enrolled in a Kentucky School (K12 or postsecondary): Free entry if you register online before 5/1/2024, $10 after and onsite
Out-of-state women: $10 before 5/1/2024, $20 after and onsite
$500 Guaranteed
1st - $200
2nd - $100
Top U1201 - $53
Top U1000 - $51
Top U700 - $49
Top U400 - $47
This is a qualifying event for the 2024 Kentucky Women’s Closed Championship. The top Kentucky player who has not already qualified will receive an invitation to this event. More information can be found here: https://bit.ly/2024KCAClosedPath
Unrated players: In lieu of a published regular rating, the tournament director reserves the right to use live regular or quick USCF ratings for pairing and prize eligibility purposes. For this event, unrated players are eligible for 1st, 2nd, and Top U1201 prizes.
Onsite Registration and Check-In: 9:00am-9:45am
Round 1: 10:00am
Round 2: 1:15pm
Round 3: 3:30pm
Round 4: 5:45pm
Awards: ASAP after Round 4
Players must check in before 9:45am or otherwise contact the Chief Tournament Director to ensure they are paired for Round 1.
Players arriving after registration will receive one half-point bye and will be paired in subsequent rounds. Half-point byes may be requested for any round during registration only (1 max).
Boards and Pieces will be provided. Please bring clocks.
Contact: David Sye, TD and KCA Vice President, syechessclub@gmail.com; Include "KY Women & Girls Open" in subject line.