Chess Tournaments This Weekend in Spokane, WA
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Weekend tournaments currently scheduled for Spokane, WA.
4-Round Swiss System. G/40,d5. USCF Dual-Rated. Maximum 16 players. Please register online and pay at check-in. Entry Fee: $20. 90% of fee is returned in cash prizes. Number of sections and amount of cash prizes depends on number of entrants and rating distribution. Number of sections will be determined and announced after check-in closes. Prizes will be announced before Round 2. Check-in between 9 am and 9:20 am. One half-point bye is available if requested BEFORE check-in ends; it may be requested during online registration. Any bye requests made after check-in ends will be honored for zero-points. Round times: 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm. The tournament should end by about 3:30 pm.
Food and (non-alcoholic) beverages are permitted and recommended, but please be careful! We are responsible for clean-up and may be charged if the rooms are not returned in the same condition as when access is first given.
Entry Fee refund available if withdrawal occurs after payment and before player's first game has started.
Tournament Director: Craig Moore - craig.moore04@gmail.com or (509) 991-4064.
Format: standard
Entry fee: $20
Sunday | Oct 11th | 10:45AM - 3PM Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352 ⏱️ Why Play This Event? Join us to connect with the Tri-Cities chess community and enjoy friendly competition, hosted by Jim Diamond as part of Blitz and Blunders. Put your tactical skills, quick thinking, and decision-making to the test in a FREE dual-rated chess format open to players of all ages and experience levels. The fast-paced time control keeps games engaging without being overwhelming, making this event an ideal entry point for beginners playing their first rated or unrated tournament, as well as a refreshing, competitive challenge for more experienced players.. ⏱️ Schedule Check-in: 10:45AM Round 1: 11AM sharp 10-15 minute breaks between rounds.
♟️ Tournament Details Format: Swiss Rounds: 3 Rounds Time Control: G/30; d5
Requirements: Current USCF membership required for rated tournament. Please bring a chess set and clock if you have one.
🍔 Additional Information Outside food and drinks are permitted in accordance with library policies. **** By entering the tournament, you grant permission for event photos to be used for publicity. Participants assume all risks associated with over-the-board play ****
Format: standard
Entry fee: Free