Tri-Cities Chess Championship

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Description: Chess tournament with 3 unrated grade level sections (K-3rd, 4th-5th, 6th-12th) and 4 rated sections (U600, U900, U1200, Open).  All sections are 4R/SS G30 +5 second delay. USCF membership required for rated sections (no membership needed for grade level sections).

Prizes:  Open Section: $150-75-50 (Top U1800 finisher $125); U1200, U1400, & U1600 Sections: $225-125-75.  Trophies will be awarded to the top 8 finishers in the U600, U900.  Bughouse Challenge winners will receive unique trophies.  Participation ribbons for all players.

Where: Goodwin Hall at Benedictine University - Room 411: 5700 College Rd, Lisle, IL 60532

Rounds: Doors Open at 12pm.  Round 1: 12:30pm.  All subsequent rounds ASAP

Registration: Fee is $30 if registered by 4/5. Fee is increased by $5 if registration takes place after 4/5. No registrations accepted after 4/11.

2000+ rated players play for free.

Contact Jeff DiOrio at elitechess@gmail.com with any questions.