C4 x SMC Inaugural Library Quads

Register here to officially secure your spot!
This free tourney is open to all players rated 1000+ USCF Regular Supplemental.
Please note: (1) no byes are allowed & (2) the withdrawal deadline is Sept 18th.
Voluntary donations are much appreciated, as they support future events like this.

Tournament Format

1. USCF membership required
2. Sections - Just one 850+ section
3. 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.
4. G/60 d5 - For each game, each player has 60 min to make all their moves, with a 5-sec delay per move. This dually rated time control counts towards both USCF Regular & Quick ratings.
5. No byes may be requested.
6. Prizes! (subject to change) - (1) $30 will be awarded to the winner of each quad (split if there's a tie). (2) In addition, $10 will be awarded to 2 other players who didn't win their quad for the Most Outstanding Performance Award.

Full Schedule

1. 10:15 - 10:30 AM: Check-in period
2. 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Round 1
3. 12:30 - 1:15 PM: Lunch break
4. 1:15 - 3:15 PM: Round 2
5. 3:15 - 5:15 PM: Round 3

Additional Notes

1. The tournament room is located close to the front. Once inside, climb the stairs (or use the elevator) and turn right.
2. The parking lot is located directly in front of the library main entrance (2 min walk).
3. 💯% ADA accessible (elevator)

Co-Chief TD: Joshua Yaldaei | (408) 724-0188
Co-Chief TD: Chandan Maiti | (408) 921-2542