- Open to players at all skill levels in grades K-8. New players are encouraged. Everyone plays 5 games (no one is eliminated) with players matched against others of similar age and skill using the "Swiss System." Tournament is unrated (results will not affect USCF ratings).
- First round at 10 a.m., later rounds ASAP. End time approximately 4 p.m.
- Each player has 30 mins. for all moves.
- Sections: K, 1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8. Sections may be changed depending on registration.
- Awards: Trophies to top 6 finishers in sections with up to 20 players, top 8 if 20-30, top 10 if over 30. Team trophies to top 4 teams based on top 6 scores across all sections. Minimum team size is 4. Club teams allowed per USCF definition. Medals to all K's.
- Sets will be provided; bring chess clocks if you have them.
- Food available at site. Nut free snacks recommended for between rounds.
- Scholarships available.
- Non-District 112 students are welcome but maximum tournament size is 150 (first-come, first served).
- Late registration at site 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. on day of tournament if space is still available.
