July 2026 Open Quads

Registering along with paying the $20 entry fee will officially secure your spot! Here are your options:

1. Zelle: (408) 724-0188
2. Venmo: @JoshuaYaldaei
3. Credit card during registration ($22 due to fees)

Tournament Format

1. USCF membership required (it's ok if you're unrated)
2. Quads - meaning players will be grouped into sections of 4 (i.e. quads) & will play each of the 3 similarly rated players in their quad.
3. G/45 d5 - For each game, each player has 45 min to make all their moves, with a 5-sec delay before each move. This dually-rated time control counts towards both USCF Regular & Quick ratings.
4. No byes may be requested.
5. $100+ in Prizes! - $30 will be awarded to the winner of each quad (or split if tied). In addition, 1 other player will receive $10 for winning the Most Outstanding Performance award.

Full Schedule

1. 2 - 3 PM: Social Hour (optional) - Come say hi & get some friendly games in 🙂
2. 3 - 4:45 PM: Round 1
3. 4:45 - 6:30 PM: Round 2
4. 6:30 - 7:15 PM: Dinner break
5. 7:15 - 9 PM: Round 3

Accessibility

1. Nearest parking lot (3 min walk) located behind the Blossom Hill Crafts storefront. Limited street parking also
2. Stairs with hand rails

Disclaimer❗️
Minimal background noise, as the tourney is held above an active store. Signs requesting customers be quiet will be posted.

Chief TD: Joshua Yaldaei | (408) 724-0188
Assistant TD: Blake Propach | (408) 206-7906