Chicago Chess Center (CCC)

USCF-Rated August Weekend Swiss

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Changes are highlighted in green.

 

Equipment:

Chess sets and clocks are provided by the CCC.

Location:

166 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602, Unit # 600

Sections:

Open: 1800+, 1600+ can play up for $20.

U1800: 1799-1200, 1000+ can play up for $20.

Format:

Four rounds; G/90, inc/30.

Official Rating & Section Eligibility Policy

Schedule:

Rounds 1 & 2 at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM Saturday.

Rounds 3 & 4 at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM Sunday.

Prizes:

Open: Trophy and free entry to a future event for 1st, trophy for 2nd, and trophy for U1800

U1800: Trophy and free entry to a future event for 1st, trophy for 2nd, and trophy for U1400

All children who score higher than 50% will receive a medal! 

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Registration:

The first five players rated 1800+ get free entry! Use code WSFREE0822 at checkout to redeem by August 15th.

$40 online by August 15th; $50 by August 20th; $55 after that. FIDE-titled players automatically receive free entry.

Registration closes at 9:15 AM. Any players not registered OR CHECKED IN before then will receive a round 1 bye.

Running late? Email us at the email listed below!

If you are unable to afford the entry fee, please contact us. Email is listed below. 

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Transportation:

Conveniently located within 10 minutes of multiple L stations (Washington and Wells, Clark and Lake, Washington, and Lake), Ogilvie, Union Station, and the Kennedy.

Parking:

There is street parking, lots, and garages nearby.

Questions?

You can contact us at td@chichess.org.