Third Annual Chess Angels Memorial Tournament

May 2, 2026
8:45 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons — 528 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
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About This Tournament

Third Annual Chess Angels Memorial Tournament
Organized by the Orlando Regional Chess Alliance (ORCA)

This event honors members of the chess community we’ve lost. Players are encouraged to bring a photo of someone they would like to honor. A memory wall will also be available.

Event format
4 round Swiss
Time control: G30 with 5 second delay

Schedule
8:45 to 9:45 Check in
9:00 Free lecture
10:30 Round 1
12:30 Round 2
2:00 Round 3
3:30 Round 4
5:00 Blitz tiebreaks
5:30 Awards
6:00 Remembrance ceremony

Sections
Open USCF Rated
Under 1600 USCF Rated
Under 1100 USCF Rated
Scholastic U1000 USCF Rated
Non Rated

Entry Fees
Non Rated: $25
Scholastic: $30
All other sections: $40

Refund Policy
Full refund minus $5 up to 3 days before event
50% refund within 3 days
No refund within 1 day

Prizes
Minimum 50% of entry fees returned as prizes for rated sections
Trophies and medals awarded in all sections

Requirements
USCF membership required for rated sections
Scholastic U1000 is for players under 18 rated under 1000 or unrated

Additional Notes
May rating supplement used
Foreign ratings may be converted
Electronic devices not allowed during play

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