Pan-American Blitz
Proudly sponsored by Zyia

Held in conjunction with the 2026 Pan-American Intercollegiate Team Championship 

Saturday, January 3, 2026
9:30 pm or immediately after the Pan-Am Saturday evening round

NOTE: If you register after 9 pm on 1/3 you will receive a 1 point by for round 1.

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort
3500 Midwest Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523

 NOTE: this tournament is open ONLY to collegiate players.

  • Players who have registered for the 2026 Pan-American Intercollegiage Championship may play in this blitz event for FREE if they register by 1/2/26 at midnight, $10 thereafter. Please register AFTER your team has entered the main event.
  • Players who are NOT registered for the Pan-Ams or who register on 1/3/26 pay $10 to enter .

5 round double Swiss (10 total games). G/3; inc. 2.  USCF blitz rated. 

Sections: Open, U1800
Higher of December 2025 USCF blitz or regular rating will be used.

Prizes: Plaques for 1st through 10th in each section

EF: Free to players registered in the Pan-American Intercollegiate Championship. $10 for other collegiate players.

Enter online here.