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SUMMARY:2022 Missouri Open
DESCRIPTION:*A State Championship Event* \n2022 MISSOURI OPEN: 5SS\, G/115;d5. South Side Senior Center\, 2215 S Fremont\nAve.\, Springfield\, MO 65804. \n2-sections: OPEN: Overall Prizes: $500-1 st $250-2 nd \,\n$125-3 rd . Class Prizes: $100-1 st in each: Master (2200-2399)\, X\, A\, B. RESERVE\n(U1600): Overall Prizes: $400-1 st \, $200-2 nd \, $100-3 rd . Class Prizes: $100-1 st in each C\, D\, E\, U1000/Unr. Prizes b/60 entries. State Championship plaques to highest finishing Missouri resident in each section. \nEF: $50 by 6pm 11/30\, $60 on site. Online payment:\nwww.paypal.me/mochess. (Please include Name/USCF ID/Section in the notes.) Cash\nor credit card accepted on site. \nReg: Sat-8:30-9:45am. \nRounds: Sat-10/2:30/7\, Sun-\n9:30/2. Max one ½-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d\, available on\nsite from $5\, OSA. \nEntries/Info: Thomas Rehmeier\, 12 Robison Ct.\, Wentzville\, MO\n63385. JCChess89@yahoo.com
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2022-missouri-open/
LOCATION:Southside Senior Center\, 2215 S. Freemont Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65804\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Rehmeier":MAILTO:JCChess89@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
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SUMMARY:2023 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
DESCRIPTION:• REGISTRATION: On-site tournament registration will be from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. Advanced registration and payment are strongly encouraged. For advanced registration visit www.mochess.org and follow the instructions. The deadline for advanced registration is 6:00 pm\, Friday\, March 17. Those who pre-register and pre-pay can skip the check-in line the morning of the event. \n• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate. \n• FORMAT: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL DIVISION: Students grades nine (9) through twelve (12) are eligible. Each school may enter any number of four player teams and a partial team. The best player on each team should be assigned to Board One\, the second best to board two\, and so forth. A school that enters only a partial team must assign the players to the highest boards. Schools that enter partial teams in addition to one or more full teams may assign players to any board. Players will only play those in their section (i.e.\, Board 1 players play only other Board 1\, Board 2 players only Board 2\, and so forth).\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 1:00\, 3:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 55 minutes with a 5 second time delay\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS: Ninth Grade and Under (K-9)\, Eighth Grade and Under (K-8)\, Sixth Grade and Under (K-6)\, Fifth Grade and Under (K-5)\, and Third Grade and Under (K-3) sections. Players may not compete in sections including grades higher than the highest grade the school the player represents. Each school may enter any number of players.\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 12:00\, 1:30\, 3:00\, 4:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 25 minutes wot a 5 second time delay\n\n\n\n• AWARDS: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.\n\nFive (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.\nSix (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS (K-9\, K-8\, K-6\, K-5\, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.\n\nThree (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.\nEight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.\nNational Invitational Qualification\n\nWinners of the K-5 and K-8 sections qualify to represent Missouri at the Rockefeller Elementary and\nBarber 6-8th Grade National Tournament of Champions\, respectively.\n\n\n\n\n\n• ENTRY FEE: The entry fee is $25.00 per player. Players who begin registration after 10:00 may not be paired in round one. Payment may be made by cash\, check\, or credit card. Please make checks payable to MISSOURI CHESS ASSOCIATION \n• MEMBERSHIP: All sections are rated and United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required for tournament participation. USCF Memberships can be purchased on site\, cost is $10.00. \n• RATINGS: United States Chess Federation ratings will be used where possible. Grade twelve students without ratings will be assigned a rating of 800 for pairing purposes\, grade eleven students will be assigned a rating of 750\, and so forth. \n• TIE BREAKERS: Ties will be broken using Modified Median\, Solkoff\, Cumulative\, and Cumulative Opp. for individual trophies and using Solkoff\, Cumulative\, Cumulative Opp.\, and Median for team trophies. In the event of a tie for a national qualifier\, a best-of-three\nGame in 5 minutes match between the top two players in the tie (based on numerical tiebreaks) will determine the winner. \n• EQUIPMENT: Sets and boards will be provided for use in the Under Sections. A limited number of clocks will be available for loan each round. Notation sheets will be provided. \n• SPONSORS: Each school must have either a sponsor or parent present. There will be a sponsors and parents meeting approximately fifteen minutes after the start of round one. \n• TEAM ROOMS: Classrooms are available to reserve as private team rooms upon request. Cost is $200 per room. \n• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For further information or questions\, please visit www.mochess.org or contact the Chief Tournament Director\, Thomas Rehmeier at T.Rehmeier@yahoo.com or 573-291-0852.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-state-scholastic-championship/
LOCATION:Battle High School\, 7575 St. Charles Road\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Rehmeier":MAILTO:JCChess89@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20230315T041610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T042447Z
UID:2069-1681549200-1681587000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 High School Tournament of Champions
DESCRIPTION:Individual High School Championship to determine the Denker HS Tournament Representative. \nLocation: Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow’s Place\, Columbia MO 65201 \nEntry Fee: $10. \nRounds: G/60\,d5 Rounds Times: 10am\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5pm \nRegistration: Pre-reg by email Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name\, Grade\, USCF\n#. Payment on site only. Check in between 9 – 9:45am. \nQualification: Players may qualify for the event by rating or performance at the State Championship on March 18th . Rating: Any player grades 9-12 with a USCF rating over 1000. State Qualifier: Players who score 3 or more points on Board 1 or 2\, or 3.5 or more points on Boards 3 or 4 qualify for the event. \nPrizes: Trophies to top 3 finishers\, Winner named Missouri Scholastic Champion and invited to represent Missouri in the Denker High SchoolChampion. \nInfo: Bob Howe\, Bdhowe@yahoo.com 636 234 7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-high-school-tournament-of-champions/
LOCATION:Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow's Place\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T042430Z
UID:2071-1681549200-1681587000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Missouri All Girls Tournament
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all female players in Grades K-12. USCF Membership required. \nLocation: Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow’s Place\, Columbia MO 65201 \nEntry Fee: $10. \nRounds: G/60\,d5 Rounds Times: 10am\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5pm \nRegistration: Pre-reg by email Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name\, Grade\, USCF #. Payment on site only. Check in between 9 – 9:45am. \nPrizes: Trophies to top 3 finishers\, top 8th and under\, top 5th and under. The overall winner will be invited to play in the Ruth Haring National All Girls Invitational Tournament in August 2023. \nInfo: Bob Howe\, Bdhowe@yahoo.com 636 234 7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-all-girls-tournament/
LOCATION:Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow's Place\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T193000
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CREATED:20230315T042129Z
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UID:2073-1681549200-1681587000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Columbia Open
DESCRIPTION:$5 Play for Rating Columbia Open. \nLocation: Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow’s Place\, Columbia MO 65201 \nEntry Fee: $5. \nRounds:G/60\,d5Rounds Times: 10am\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5pm \nRegistration: Pre-reg by email to Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name and USCF #. \nPayment on site only. Cash preferred Check in between 9 – 9:45am Prizes: Honor\, glory and rating points! This is an Open play section being run alongside the Denker and All Girls qualifying tournaments. \nUSCF and MCA membership required\, available onsite.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-columbia-open/
LOCATION:Hampton Inn & Suites\, 1225 Fellow's Place\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230423T183000
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UID:2067-1682152200-1682274600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Missouri State University Open
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club\n\nLocation: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union\nWest Ballroom\n1110 E Madison St\nSpringfield\, MO 658975SS\, G/90\, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes \nPrizes: $1\,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries \nUpper(1400+): $400-1st\, $300-2nd\, $150-3rd\, $100-U1600 \nReserve(U1400): $300-1st\, $200-2nd. $100-3rd\, UNR $50 \nPlayers may play up 100 points for section qualification. \nEntry: $30\, Scholastic (K-12)\, play for rating only\, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted\, cash only on-site. \nCheck-In: 8:30-9:30am \nRounds: Sat-10/2:30/7\, Sun-10:00/2:30 \nMax one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d\, available on site from $5\, OSA. \nEntries/Info: Advance Registration required. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/22/2023\, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed\, to be received by 4/21/2023. Preference that all players USCF memberships have current memberships. USCF membership can be processed online at uschess.org and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site. \nRegistration info can be sent to: \nmartin.stahl@joplinchess.org \nor \nJoplin Chess Club\n2609 New Hampshire\nJoplin\, Mo 64804 \nPlease include name\, address\, phone\, e-mail\, US Chess ID#\, rating and section playing \nOn-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m.\, first round at 10:00 \nTD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554 \nOnline payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess \nPlease bring set\, clock\, board\, and score sheets.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-state-university-open/
LOCATION:Plaster Student Union\, 1110 E Madison St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65897\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Stahl":MAILTO:martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20230517T012122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T012615Z
UID:2097-1687597200-1687638600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:SMCC Summer G/90 Quads
DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday June 24 \nWhere: Southside Senior Center in Springfield\, MO. \nEntry: $25. First three titled players enter for free. Extra donations to the senior center are welcome. \nTime control: G/90;d5 \nUSCF Rated: Yes (US Chess memberships must be current before round 1) \nRound times: 10:00 AM\, 2:00 PM\, 5:15 PM (or directly after second round if players agree) \nPrizes: Top section 1st place $125. Other sections 1st place $65. The money remaining after prizes are paid out will be donated to the Southside Senior Center. \n  \nContact Adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com to enter or with questions.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/smcc-summer-g-90-quads/
LOCATION:Southside Senior Center\, 2215 S. Freemont Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65804\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Adam Whitaker":MAILTO:adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20230517T011426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T011426Z
UID:2093-1688805000-1688839200@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Missouri Novice Championship
DESCRIPTION:New Player friendly tournament! \nNovice Championship: Players rated Under 1000 or Unrated are eligible. \nRounds: G/45 d;5. Each player gets 45 minutes with a 5 second time delay. \nRound Times: Saturday – 10am\, 12:15pm\, 2:15pm\, 4:pm\nRounds are paired using “swiss”system. Players play all four rounds\, no eliminations. \nEntry Fee: $15 pre-registered by 6pm 7/7. Or @40 on site the day of the event. You\nmay register and pay Online with Paypal. Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess.\nPlease include Name and USCF ID # in the notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted\nonsite. 1 half bye permitted if requested at registration.\nUSCF and Missouri Chess membership is required. May be purchased ahead of time\nor on site during registration. \nRegistration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am \nPrizes: Based on 20 Entries:\n1st : Novice Champion Trophy and $100. 2nd : $60. 3rd $40 \nEntries/Info: Mailed entries to Bob Howe\, 210 N. Olive St\, Pacific\, MO 63069 \nQuestions: Bob at bdhowe@yahoo.com or (636) 234-7928 \nDirections: Park at the V-Stock/Cheesecake Factory entrance. Event is on lower level\non the left side of the complex.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-novice-championship/
LOCATION:Chess Cardinal Center — Chesterield Mall\, Chesterfield Mall\, unit #156\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63017\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20230517T011104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T011105Z
UID:2090-1688805000-1688925600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Missouri Class Championships
DESCRIPTION:Where every player can be a State Champion! \n\nSections: Master/Expert (2000+)\, Class A (1800-1999)\, Class B (1600-1799)\, Class C\n(1400-1599)\, Class D (1200-1399)\, Under 1200\, and *Novice Section. \n*Novice Section: Under 1000/Unrated The novice section is held with a shorter time\ncontrol and completes in one day. See below for full details! \nEach section plays only opponents in their own section (small sections may be\ncombined for pairing but will keep separate prizes) Players are allowed to “play up” one\nsection only above their official rating. Out of state players are welcome. \nRounds: G/90 d;15. Round Times: Saturday – 10\, 2:15\, 6:30\, Sunday 10 – 2:15 \nEntry Fee: $40 pre-registered by 6pm 7/7. $50 on site. Email bdhowe@yahoo.com.\nOnline Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name/USCF ID/Section\nin the paypal notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted onsite. Free Entry to GM/IM. Max 1\nhalf bye; MCA required\, O.S.A.\, available on site from $5. \n  \nRegistration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am \nPrizes: Based on 7 per class\nMaster/Expert Section: $300-1st\, $200-2nd\,\nClass A\, B\, C\, D\, Under 1200: $200-1st \, $100-2nd in each section.\nMissouri Champion Plaque to the winner of every section. \nEntries/Info: Bob Howe\, 210 N. Olive St\, Pacific\, MO 63069 (636) 234.7928\nbdhowe@yahoo.com \nDirections: Park at the V-Stock/Cheesecake Factory entrance. Event is on lower level\non the left side of the complex. \n  \n**Novice Championship Information \nOpen only to new/unrated players or players Rated under 1000\nPlayed on Saturday only: 4 rounds\, Game in 45\, d5\, Registration: 8:30-9:30; Round Times\n10am\, 12:15\, 2:15\, 4:30 Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered (payment received by 6/23) $20 on site. \nOnline Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name and USCF in the notes.\nPrizes: based on 15 players: 1st $100 + Novice State Champion Trophy\, 2nd $50
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-class-championships/
LOCATION:Chess Cardinal Center — Chesterield Mall\, Chesterfield Mall\, unit #156\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63017\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20230901T013551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T131937Z
UID:2113-1699691400-1699812000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2023 Missouri Open
DESCRIPTION:Format: 5-round Swiss\, Game/90 + d/15. Two Sections: \nOpen: Overall Prizes: $500-1st \, $300-2nd \, $200-3rd\nClass prizes: $200-1st in each Master (2200-2399)\, X\, A\, B. \n\nTop Missouri resident earns 2023 State Champion Title & Plaque\nTop Scoring Senior earns 2024 US Senior Irwin Championsh Invite\n\nReserve (Under 1600): Overall Prizes: $300-1st \,$250-2nd \,$200-3rd\nClass Prizes: $150-1st in each C\, D\, E/U1200. \n\nTop Missouri resident earns 2023 Reserve Champion Title Plaque\n\nRegistration: Saturday 8:30-9:45 am. \nRound Times: Saturday-10:00 am\, 2:30 pm\, 7:00 pm. Sunday-9:30 am\, 2:00 pm. \nEntry fee*: $50.00 by 6pm 11/10\, $60.00 on site. Free Entry for IM/GMs. \nByes: Maximum one ½-point bye\, must be declared by round 2. \nMemberships: USCF-available on site; MCA membership required for MO residents\, available on site from $5\, Other States Accepted. (Out-of-State players are welcome to play and qualify for cash prizes. Must be a Missouri resident to win championship title and plaque.) \nEntries/Information: Bob Howe\, 210 N Olive St\, Pacific\, MO 63069. bdhowe@yahoo.com\, (636) 234-7928 \nOnline payment: www.paypal.me/mochess (Please include Name/USCF ID/Section in the notes.) or Checks payable to Bob Howe. Cash and credit cards accepted on site. \n*SPECIAL DISCOUNTS: \n$10 off entry fee for Pre-registered\nAdditional $10 off for:\nSeniors (55+) • Brand New/Unrated Players • Players traveling over 120 miles (one way) to the tournament. (limit 1 additional discount per player) \nMust pre-register by 11/10 for discount.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2023-missouri-open/
LOCATION:Stoney Creek Hotel\, 18011 Bass Pro Dr\,\, Independence\, 64055
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240207T011800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T011800Z
UID:2152-1710577800-1710622800@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
DESCRIPTION:• REGISTRATION: On-site tournament registration will be from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. Advanced registration and payment are strongly encouraged. For advanced registration visit www.mochess.org and follow the instructions. The deadline for advanced registration is 6:00 pm\, Friday\, March 15. Those who pre-register and pre-pay can skip the check-in line the morning of the event! \n• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate. \n• FORMAT: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL DIVISION: Students grades nine (9) through twelve (12) are eligible. Each school may enter any number of four player teams and a partial team. The best player on each team should be assigned to Board One\, the second best to board two\, and so forth. A school that enters only a partial team must assign the players to the highest boards. Schools that enter partial teams in addition to one or more full teams may assign players to any board. Players will only play those in their section (i.e.\, Board 1 players play only other Board 1\, Board 2 players only Board 2\, and so forth).\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 1:00\, 3:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 55 minutes with a 5 second time delay\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS: Ninth Grade and Under (K-9)\, Eighth Grade and Under (K-8)\, Sixth Grade and Under (K-6)\, Fifth Grade and Under (K-5)\, and Third Grade and Under (K-3) sections. Players may not compete in sections including grades higher than the highest grade the school the player represents. Each school may enter any number of players.\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 12:00\, 1:30\, 3:00\, 4:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 25 minutes wot a 5 second time delay\n\n\n\n• AWARDS: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.\n\nFive (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.\nSix (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS (K-9\, K-8\, K-6\, K-5\, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.\n\nThree (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.\nEight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.\nNational Invitational Qualification\n\nWinners of the K-5 and K-8 sections qualify to represent Missouri at the Rockefeller Elementary and\nBarber 6-8th Grade National Tournament of Champions\, respectively.\n\n\n\n\n\n• ENTRY FEE: The entry fee is $25.00 per player. Players who begin registration after 10:00 may not be paired in round one. Payment may be made by CASH\, CHECK\, or CREDIT CARD. Please make checks payable to MISSOURI CHESS ASSOCIATION \n• MEMBERSHIP: All sections are rated and United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required for tournament participation. USCF Memberships can be purchased on site\, cost is $10.00. \n• TIE BREAKS: Ties will be broken using Modified Median\, Solkoff\, Cumulative\, and Cumulative Opp. for individual trophies and using Solkoff\, Cumulative\, Cumulative Opp.\, and Median for team trophies. In the event of a tie for a national qualifier\, a best-of-three\nGame in 5 minutes match between the top two players in the tie (based on numerical tiebreaks) will determine the winner. \n• EQUIPMENT: Sets and boards will be provided for use in the Under Sections. A limited number of clocks will be available for loan each round. Notation sheets will be provided. \n• SPONSORS: Each school must have either a sponsor or parent present. There will be a sponsors and parents meeting approximately fifteen minutes after the start of round one. \n• TEAM ROOMS: Classrooms are available to reserve as private team rooms upon request. Cost is $200 per room. \n• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For further information or questions\, please visit www.mochess.org or contact the Chief Tournament Director\, Thomas Rehmeier at T.Rehmeier@yahoo.com or 573-291-0852.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-missouri-state-scholastic-championship/
LOCATION:Battle High School\, 7575 St. Charles Road\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Rehmeier":MAILTO:JCChess89@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240312T021009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T021009Z
UID:2177-1712997000-1713121200@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Missouri State University Open
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club\n\nLocation: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union\nRoom 308\n1110 E Madison St\nSpringfield\, MO 658975SS\, G/90\, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes \nPrizes: $1\,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries \nUpper(1400+): $400-1st\, $300-2nd\, $150-3rd\, $100-U1600 \nReserve(U1400): $300-1st\, $200-2nd. $100-3rd\, UNR $50 \nPlayers may play up 100 points for section qualification. \nEntry: $30\, Scholastic (K-12)\, play for rating only\, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted\, cash only on-site. \nCheck-In: 8:30-9:30am \nRounds: Sat-10/2:30/7\, Sun-10:00/2:30 \nMax one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d\, available on site from $5\, OSA. \nEntries/Info: Advance Registration required. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/13/2024\, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed\, to be received by 4/12/2024. Preference that all players USCF memberships have current memberships. USCF membership can be processed online at uschess.org and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site. \nRegistration info can be sent to: \nmartin.stahl@joplinchess.org \nor \nJoplin Chess Club\n2609 New Hampshire\nJoplin\, Mo 64804 \nPlease include name\, address\, phone\, e-mail\, US Chess ID#\, rating and section playing \nOn-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m.\, first round at 10:00 \nTD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554 \nOnline payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess \nPlease bring set\, clock\, board\, and score sheets.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-missouri-state-university-open/
LOCATION:Plaster Student Union\, 1110 E Madison St\, Springfield\, MO\, 65897\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Stahl":MAILTO:martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240312T021559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T021559Z
UID:2179-1715324400-1715457600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 SMCC Spring Open
DESCRIPTION:Players of any age are invited to join the Springfield\, Missouri Chess Club on May 10 and 11 for a group lesson with National Master Bob Holliman\, an unrated blitz tournament with the prize of a USCF membership\, and a 3-round G/90 Swiss. \nFriday May 10\, 2024\nFree class with National Master Bob Holliman – Everyone is welcome to join us at our regular Friday night club meeting for a free class taught by National Master and chess teacher Bob Holliman. Mr. Holliman will be giving his lecture\, “The Secrets Chess.” His focus will be on the best ways to study and play based on a lifetime of experience. The class will last 45-60 minutes followed by up to 30 minutes in which you’ll have an opportunity to ask a National Master your biggest questions about chess. \nWe will plan to start at 7:30 PM on May 10 at the Southside Senior Center in Springfield\, Missouri. \nWin a USCF Membership Blitz – Following National Master Bob Holliman’s class\, we will have a blitz tournament for players whose US Chess Federation membership is expired or those who have never had a US Chess Federation membership. Five-round Swiss\, G/5;d0. Entry $7\, $5 for K-12 players\, $10 for families. First place wins a 1-year US Chess Federation membership and free entry in the SMCC Spring Swiss on the following day. \nSaturday May 11\, 2024 \nSMCC Spring Swiss – Three-round Swiss. G/90;d5. Players will be arranged in sections of 8 players\, based on rating and beginning with the highest-rated player. Round times will be 10:00 AM\, 1:45 PM\, and 5:00 PM. \nPrizes for the top section\, including the 8 highest rated players – $175 to first and $100 to second. Prizes for all other 8-person sections – $100 to first and $50 to second. If the bottom section has less than 6 players\, it will be combined with the next section in which the prizes will be $100 to first and $50 to second.\nAdvertisement \nCurrent US Chess Federation membership is required as all games will be regular rated. \nEntry: $25 for those who enter by March 31\, 2024. $35 for those who enter between April 1-30\, 2024. $45 entry starting May 1\, 2024. \nLocation \nSouthside Senior Center\n2215 South Fremont Avenue\nSpringfield\, Missouri 65804 \nAny money made beyond the cost of the tournament will be donated to the Southside Senior Center or deposited into the Springfield\, MO. Chess Club’s bank account to support local chess activities. Additional donations are greatly appreciated. \nTo enter\, or to ask any questions about the SMCC Spring Swiss\, please email me at adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-smcc-spring-open/
LOCATION:Southside Senior Center\, 2215 S. Freemont Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65804\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Adam Whitaker":MAILTO:adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240417T235250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T235323Z
UID:2187-1716022800-1716060600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Columbia Open
DESCRIPTION:4-round Game/60\, delay 5 sec \nRegistration: 9-9:45a.m\, Round times: 10\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5:15 \nEntry fee: Only $5 – No prizes\, play for Rating points\, Honor\, and Glory! \nCurrent USCF Membership required \nMCA membership required for Missouri residents\, available on site from $5 \nThis tournament runs concurrently with the High School Tournament of\nChampions and the Haring All-Girls qualifying tournament. Same location and\nround times for those traveling together. \nRegistration: Pre-registration by email is appreciated. All payments on site\, cash\npreferred\, the day of the event. \nAdditional Information: contact Bob Howe\nbdhowe@yahoo.com\, 636-234-7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-columbia-open-2/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240417T235610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T235610Z
UID:2193-1716022800-1716060600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Missouri High School Tournament of Champions
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to qualifying players in grades 9-12.\nIt is a 4 round\, Game in 60\, USCF Rated which determines\nthe Denker High School Tournament Representative \nQualification: Players may qualify for the event at the State Scholastic Championships\nheld in Columbia on March 16th\, or players may qualify by USCF Rating. \n— State Qualifier: Players who score 3 points or more on Boards One or Two\, and\nplayers who score 3.5 points or more on Board Three and Board Four qualify for the\nTournament. \n— Rating: Any High School Player with a USCF rating over 1000 is automatically\nqualified to participate. \nEntry Fee: $10 \nRounds: Game in 60\, delay 5\, Round times: 10am\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5pm \nPrizes:\nState Champion Trophies to top 3 finishers.\nThe overall winner will be named the 2024 Missouri Scholastic Champion\, and is invited\nto represent Missouri in the Denker Tournament of Champions\, held August 2024. \nRegistration: Preregistration by email appreciated. All Payments on site. Check-in\nSaturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name\, grade\, and USCF ID# to bdhowe@yahoo.com \nTournament is run concurrently with the Missouri All Girls qualifying tournament and\nthe Columbia Open. Events have a shared location and round times for those traveling\ntogether. \nAdditional Information: Bob Howe\, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com. 636-234-7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-missouri-high-school-tournament-of-champions/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240417T235935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T235935Z
UID:2195-1716022800-1716060600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 All Girls Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The tournament is open to all female players\, grades K-12.\nHosted by the Missouri Chess Association. \nThe tournament will be a 4 round\, Game in 60 USCF Rated event. \nQualification: Girls currently in Kindergarten through 12 th grade\, are welcome to\nplay. USCF membership is required. \n\nRounds: G/60 d;5. Round Times: 10\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5. Later rounds will start early\nif possible \nEntry Fee: $10 \nPrizes:\nState Champion Trophies to top 2 Overall.\nTrophies to Top scorer in K-8\, and Top scorer in K-5.\nThe overall winner will be the 2024 Missouri All Girls Champion\, and will be\noffered Missouri’s spot in the annual Ruth Haring National Girls Invitational\nTournament\, held in August 2024. The Haring tournament is an invitational only\ntournament run by the USCF\, with each state selecting one representative. \nRegistration: Preregistration by email appreciated. Check-in\nSaturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name\, grade\, and USCF ID# to\nbdhowe@yahoo.com \nTournament is run concurrently with the High School Denker tournament and the\nColumbia Open. Events have a shared location and round times for those traveling\ntogether. \n  \nThe tournament is open to all female players\, grades K-12.\nHosted by the Missouri Chess Association. \nAdditional Information: Bob Howe 636-234-7928\, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-all-girls-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240507T020214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T020214Z
UID:2199-1717228800-1717259400@mochess.org
SUMMARY:1st North American Chess School Cup
DESCRIPTION:4 Sections: \n\nK-5th Grade (all ratings)\n6th-8th Grade (all ratings)\n9th-12th Grade: (all ratings)\nOpen: (all ratings\, all ages)\n\nAll sections are USCF-rated. \nTime control: G/25; +10 \nSwiss system pairings. (Pairings will be available on the website and in the playing hall before each round). \nRegistration:\nThe entrance fee is $30 before 05/29 and $35 after. $10 discount for official school groups\, ask your school officials to contact us for more information. $10 discount for students of North American Chess School (contact us for details). \nPayment can be made by DEBIT or CREDIT CARD on the official website\nhttps://nachessschool.com/tournaments/ \, or payment link:\nhttps://buy.stripe.com/3cs3fy4rW5VoeTm8wK\nOr send by ZELLE to 5736394111 with participant information. \nSchedule: \n\nSaturday June\, 1 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration\nSaturday June\, 1 8:30 a.m. Round 1\nSaturday June\, 1 9:45 a.m. Round 2\nSaturday June\, 1 11:00 a.m. Round 3\nSaturday June\, 1 12:15 p.m. Round 4\nSaturday June\, 1 1:30 p.m. Round 5\nSaturday June\, 1 2:45 p.m. Round 6\nSaturday June\, 1 After the end of the last round Closing Ceremony\n\nPrizes: \n1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals\, trophies for the first place\, and special prizes will be awarded to individuals in all sections. A special trophy will be awarded to the best school team. The best 4 players from the school will contribute to the team points. Special prizes for the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd girl’s results (best scores from any section). \nExtra Information\nBoards and clocks will be provided.\nComplimentary water\, drinks\, and snacks will be provided.\nComplimentary simul games with the titled player.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/1st-north-american-chess-school-cup/
LOCATION:Columbia Indepenent School\, 1801 North Stadium Blvd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240228T235813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T235813Z
UID:2164-1717833600-1717867800@mochess.org
SUMMARY:Rolling Hills Library First Annual Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Rolling Hills Library is proud to host our first ever chess tournament! The tournament will consist of two sections\, one for USCF rated play and one open to anyone. There is no registration fee for either section. Each section will have 4 rounds\, Swiss style. Doors open at 9am for those not yet registered and the first round will begin at 10am. Awards will be handed out at 5:00pm. Awards consist of 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals for both sections and an additional prize for each of the 1st place winners. \nRegistration Fee: None \nSections: 2 \nRated – Membership in USCF required\, can be purchased on site. \nOpen – Non-rated tournament open to all ages and skill levels\, membership not required. \nFormat: 4 rounds\, Swiss \nTime control: G/45;5d \nAwards: 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals for each section; additional prize for 1st place in each section \nRegister at: https://rhcl.org/event/10041386
URL:https://mochess.org/event/rolling-hills-library-first-annual-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:MO
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridgid Reeves":MAILTO:breeves@rhcl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240603T034807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T034807Z
UID:2213-1718443800-1718478000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:Summer Classic
DESCRIPTION:3 Sections:  \n\nK-5th Grade (all ratings)\nK-12th Grade: (all ratings)\nOpen: (all ratings\, all ages)\n\nAll sections are USCF-rated. \nTime control: G/50; +5. \nSwiss system pairings. (Pairings will be available on the website and in the playing hall before each round). \n(For more information about USCF ID and how to get it visit the USCF website \, instruction is here.) \nRegistration: \nThe entrance fee is $30 before 06/13 and $35 after. No late fee if you are buying a tournament package. $10 discount for official school groups\, ask your school officials to contact us for more information. $10 discount for students of North American Chess School (contact us for details). \nPayment can be made by DEBIT or CREDIT CARD if you click on the REGISTER button or send by ZELLE/VENMO to 5736394111 with participant information (participant’s name\, section\, USCF ID/rating). \nA confirmation email will be sent at the end of the day when you register. \nSpecial discount if you registered for multiple tournaments (10%\, 15% and 25%). Click here to view our tournament packages. \nPrizes:  \n1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals\, trophies for the first place\, and special prizes will be awarded to individuals in all sections. A special trophy will be awarded to the best school team. The best 4 players from the school will contribute to the team points. Special prizes for the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd girl’s results (best scores from any section). \nThe number of prizes in each category can be changed according to the number of players registered. \nComplimentary water\, drinks\, and snacks will be provided. \nComplimentary simul with the titled player. \nSchedule: \n\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nRegistration\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nRound 1\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nRound 2\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\nLunch Break\, Challenge GM\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nRound 3\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\n4:30 p.m.\nRound 4\n\n\nSaturday\nJune\, 15\nAfter the end of the last round\nClosing Ceremony\n\n\n\nExtra Information \nBoards and clocks will be provided. \nThe full regulation is here
URL:https://mochess.org/event/summer-classic/
LOCATION:Columbia Indepenent School\, 1801 North Stadium Blvd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mikhail Antipov":MAILTO:northamchess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240603T034953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240615T175055Z
UID:2216-1720857600-1720888200@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2nd North American Chess School Cup
DESCRIPTION:3 Sections:  \n\nK-5th Grade (all ratings)\nK-12th Grade: (all ratings)\nOpen: (all ratings\, all ages)\n\nAll sections are USCF-rated. \nTime control: G/25; +10. \nSwiss system pairings. (Pairings will be available on the website and in the playing hall before each round). \n(For more information about USCF ID and how to get it visit the USCF website \, instruction is here.) \nRegistration: \nThe entrance fee is $30 before 07/11 and $35 after. No late fee if you are buying a tournament package. $10 discount for official school groups\, ask your school officials to contact us for more information. $10 discount for students of North American Chess School (contact us for details). \nPayment can be made by DEBIT or CREDIT CARD if you click on the REGISTER button or send by ZELLE/VENMO to 5736394111 with participant information (participant’s name\, section\, USCF ID/rating). \nSpecial discount if you registered for multiple tournaments (10%\, 15% and 25%). Click here to view our tournament packages. \nPrizes:  \n1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals\, trophies for the first place\, and special prizes will be awarded to individuals in all sections. A special trophy will be awarded to the best school team. The best 4 players from the school will contribute to the team points. Special prizes for the 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd girl’s results (best scores from any section). \nComplimentary water\, drinks\, and snacks will be provided. \nSchedule: \n\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.\nRegistration\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n8:30 a.m.\nRound 1\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n9:45 a.m.\nRound 2\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n11:00 a.m.\nRound 3\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n12:30 p.m.\nRound 4\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n1:45 p.m.\nRound 5\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\n3:00 p.m.\nRound 6\n\n\nSaturday\nJuly\, 13\nAfter the end of the last round\nClosing Ceremony\n\n\n\n  \nExtra Information \nBoards and clocks will be provided. \nThe full regulation is here
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2nd-north-american-chess-school-cup/
LOCATION:Columbia Indepenent School\, 1801 North Stadium Blvd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mikhail Antipov":MAILTO:northamchess@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20240229T000845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T000845Z
UID:2167-1721462400-1721577600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Jefferson City Open Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Format: 7/SS\, G/60 + 5 second increment  \n  \nOne Sections: Open  \nRegistration & Check-In:  Registration ends at 9AM on 7/20  \nTwo half point byes available if declared before Round 2  \nRegistration by phone\, email\, or in-person\, must call or text at (314) 502-3668  \n  \nEntry Fee:  \n\n$100 if registering day of the tournament. $75 if registered by 7/19 \n$50 if registered by 6/20 \n$25 if registered by 5/3/24 \n\nNo Refunds\, venmo: @jeffrey-vollmer-3; paypal: @JVollmerchess  \nFree entries for GMs and IMs\, WGMs. Half price for FMs\, WIMs and NMS.  \nRounds: Saturday 9:15 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 2:15PM\, 4:30 PM Sunday 8:30 AM\, 11:00 AM\, 1:30PM  \nPrize Fund: $5\,000 UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED!!  \nOpen: $1000-$500-$250-$125\, Under 2100: $300-$125\, Under 1900: $300-$125\, U1700: $300-$125 U1500: $300-$125\, U1300: $300-$125\, U1100 $300-$125\, Unrated $150 Biggest upset: $125\, Best Senior Player (Over 50): $150\, Best Female Player: $150  \n  \nLocation: Lighthouse Preparatory Academy 216 El Mercado Plz\, Jefferson City\, MO 65109.  \nSpecial thanks to Lighthouse Preparatory Academy for generously donating the space for this year’s event and last year’s Simul
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-jefferson-city-open-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Preparatory Academy\, 216 El Mercado Plz\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65109\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeffrey Vollmer":MAILTO:jeffrey.vollmer@protonmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20241012T142953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241012T142953Z
UID:2247-1729929600-1730052000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Springfield Open
DESCRIPTION:Prizes based on 30 full-paid entries. \n2 Sections \nOpen section: $200 to first\, $150 to second\, $100 to third. \nUnder 1400 section: $150 to first\, $100 to second\, $75 to third. \nRounds: Saturday 10:00 AM\, 2:15 PM\, 6:00 PM. Sunday 10:00 AM and 2:15 PM. \nCurrent US Chess membership is required. Current MCA membership ($5) is required and is available on site.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-springfield-open/
LOCATION:Strong Hall Atrium\, 901 South National Avenue\, Springfield\, MO\, 65897\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Adam Whitaker":MAILTO:adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20241012T143443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T222540Z
UID:2252-1731141000-1731177000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Missouri Novice Championship
DESCRIPTION:New Player friendly tournament! \nNovice Championship: Players rated Under 1000 or Unrated are eligible. \nRounds: G/45 d;5. Each player gets 45 minutes with a 5 second time delay. \nRound Times: Saturday – 10am\, 12:15pm\, 2:15pm\, 4:30pm\nRounds are paired using “swiss”system. Players play all four rounds\, no eliminations. \nEntry Fee: $15 pre-registered by 6pm 11/8. Or $20 on site the day of the event. You\nmay register and pay Online with Paypal. Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess.\nPlease include Name and USCF ID # in the notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted\nonsite. 1 half bye permitted if requested at registration.\nUSCF and Missouri Chess membership is required. May be purchased ahead of time\nor on site during registration. \nRegistration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am \nPrizes: Based on 15 Entries:\n1st : Novice Champion Trophy and $100. 2nd : $50 \nEntries/Info: Mailed entries to Bob Howe\, 210 N. Olive St\, Pacific\, MO 63069\nQuestions: Bob at bdhowe@yahoo.com or (636) 234-7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-missouri-novice-championship/
LOCATION:Southside Senior Center\, 2215 S. Freemont Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65804\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20241012T143248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241012T143534Z
UID:2250-1731141000-1731261600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2024 Missouri Class Championships
DESCRIPTION:Sections: Master/Expert (2000+)\, Class A (1800-1999)\, Class B (1600-1799)\, Class C\n(1400-1599)\, Class D (1200-1399)\, and Under 1200 \n*Novice Section: Under 1000/Unrated The novice section is held with a shorter time\ncontrol and completes in one day. See below for full details! \nEach section plays only players in their own section (small sections may be combined\nfor pairing but will keep separate prizes) Players are allowed to “play up” one section\nonly above their official rating. Out of state players are welcome. \nRounds: G/90 d;15. \nRound Times: Saturday – 10\, 2:15\, 6:30\, Sunday 10 – 2:15 \nEntry Fee: $40 pre-registered by 6pm 11/8. $50 on site. Email bdhowe@yahoo.com.\nOnline Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name/USCF ID/Section\nin the paypal notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted onsite. Free Entry to GM/IM. Max 1\nhalf bye; MCA required\, O.S.A.\, available on site from $5. \nPrizes: Based on 7 per class\nMaster/Expert Section: $300-1st\, $200-2nd\,\nClass A\, B\, C\, D\, Under 1200: $200-1 st \, $100-2 nd in each section.\nMissouri Class Champion Plaque awarded to the winner of each section. \nEntries/Info: Bob Howe\, 210 N. Olive St\, Pacific\, MO 63069 \n(636) 234.7928 bdhowe@yahoo.com \n  \n**Novice Championship Information\nOpen only to new/unrated players or players Rated under 1000\nPlayed on Saturday only: 4 rounds\, Game in 45\, d5\, Registration: 8:30-9:30; Round Times\n10am\, 12:15\, 2:15\, 4:30 Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered (payment received by 6/21) $20 on site.\nOnline Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name and USCF in the notes.\nPrizes: based on 15 players: 1 st $100 + Novice State Champion Trophy\, 2 nd $50
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2024-missouri-class-championships/
LOCATION:Southside Senior Center\, 2215 S. Freemont Ave.\, Springfield\, MO\, 65804\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250228T033357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T033516Z
UID:2310-1742031000-1742049000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:March Scholastic Open
DESCRIPTION:2 Sections:\n• K-5th Grade (all ratings)\n• K-12th Grade: (all ratings)\nAll sections are USCF-rated.\nThe number of participants is limited (30 seats).\nTime control: G/25; d10.\n4 rounds.\nSwiss system pairings. (Pairings will be available on the website and in the playing hall before each round).\nSections could be combined if not enough players are registered in one category. \nRegistration:\nThe entrance fee is $30 before 03/13 and $35 after. $10 discount for current students of North American Chess School (contact us for details). $10 family discount (click here to use it). For school group discounts\, contact us.\nPayment can be made by DEBIT or CREDIT CARD using the button REGISTER above on this page.\nPayments can also be sent by ZELLE/VENMO to 5736394111 with participant information.\nSpecial discount if you registered for multiple tournaments (10%\, 15% and 25%). Click here to view our tournament packages. \nPrizes:\n1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place medals\, trophies for the first place\, and special prizes will be awarded to individuals in all sections. A special trophy will be awarded to the best school team (just for school team which has 4 or more players). The best 4 players from the school will contribute to the team points. Special prizes for the 1st place the best girl’s results (best scores from any section\, if at least 3 girls are registered).\nComplimentary water\, drinks\, and snacks will be provided.\nThe number of prizes in each category can be changed according to the number of players registered. \nCancellation and refund policies you can check here. \nPlease have a look at our tournament policies here.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/march-scholastic-open/
LOCATION:Columbia Academy for Learning and Enrichment\, 2201 W Nifong Blvd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250126T181546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T233100Z
UID:2284-1742632200-1742673600@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2025 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
DESCRIPTION:• REGISTRATION: Advanced registration is strongly encouraged and will be available at  www.mochess.org starting March 10. The deadline for advanced registration is 9:00 pm\, Thursday\, March 20. On-site tournament registration will be from 8:30 am to 9:30 am on the day of the tournament for an additional fee.  Those who pre-register and pre-pay can skip the check-in line the morning of the event! \n• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate. \n• FORMAT: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL DIVISION: Students grades nine (9) through twelve (12) are eligible. Each school may enter any number of four player teams and a partial team. The best player on each team should be assigned to Board One\, the second best to Board Two\, and so forth. A school that enters only a partial team must assign the players to the highest boards. Schools that enter partial teams in addition to one or more full teams may assign players to any board. Players will only play those in their section (i.e.\, Board 1 players play only other Board 1\, Board 2 players only Board 2\, and so forth).\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 1:00\, 3:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 55 minutes with a 5 second time delay\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS: Ninth Grade and Under (K-9)\, Eighth Grade and Under (K-8)\, Sixth Grade and Under (K-6)\, Fifth Grade and Under (K-5)\, and Third Grade and Under (K-3) sections. Players may not compete in sections including grades higher than the highest grade the school the player represents. Each school may enter any number of players.\n\nROUND TIMES: 10:30\, 12:00\, 1:30\, 3:00\, 4:30\, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.\nTIME CONTROL: Game in 25 minutes wot a 5 second time delay\n\n\n\n• AWARDS: \n\nHIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.\n\nFive (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.\nSix (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.\n\n\nUNDER SECTIONS (K-9\, K-8\, K-6\, K-5\, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.\n\nThree (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.\nEight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.\nNational Invitational Qualification\n\nWinners of the K-5 and K-8 sections qualify to represent Missouri at the Rockefeller Elementary and Barber 6-8th Grade National Tournament of Champions\, respectively.\n\n\n\n\n\n• ENTRY FEE: The entry fee is $25.00 per player  if pre-registered online.. Players who begin registration after 10:00 may not be paired in round one. Payment may be made by CASH\, CHECK\, or CREDIT CARD. Please make checks payable to MISSOURI CHESS ASSOCIATION \n• MEMBERSHIP: All sections are rated and United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required for tournament participation. USCF Memberships can be purchased on site\, cost is $15.00. \n• TIE BREAKS: Ties will be broken using Modified Median\, Solkoff\, Cumulative\, and Cumulative Opp. for individual trophies and using Solkoff\, Cumulative\, Cumulative Opp.\, and Median for team trophies. In the event of a tie for a national qualifier\, a best-of-three\nGame in 5 minutes match between the top two players in the tie (based on numerical tiebreaks) will determine the winner. \n• EQUIPMENT: Sets and boards will be provided for use in the Under Sections. A limited number of clocks will be available for loan each round. Notation sheets and pens will be provided. \n• SPONSORS: Each school must have either a sponsor or parent present. There will be a sponsors and parents meeting approximately fifteen minutes after the start of round one. \n• TEAM ROOMS: Classrooms are available to reserve as private team rooms upon request. Cost is $200 per room. \n• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For further information or questions\, please visit www.mochess.org and see our new FAQ page! You may also contact the Chief Tournament Director\, Thomas Rehmeier at T.Rehmeier@yahoo.com or 573-291-0852.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2025-missouri-state-scholastic-championship/
LOCATION:Battle High School\, 7575 St. Charles Road\, Columbia\, MO\, 65202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Thomas Rehmeier":MAILTO:JCChess89@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250228T034101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T034101Z
UID:2313-1744446600-1744569000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2025 Missouri State University Open
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club\n\nLocation: Missouri State University Strong Hall\nAtrium\n900 S Holland Ave\nSpringfield\, MO 65897 \n5SS\, G/90\, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes \nPrizes: $1\,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries \nUpper(1400+): $400-1st\, $300-2nd\, $150-3rd\, $100-U1600 \nReserve(U1400): $300-1st\, $200-2nd. $100-3rd\, UNR $50 \nPlayers may play up 100 points for section qualification. \nEntry: $30\, Scholastic (K-12)\, play for rating only\, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted\, cash only on-site. \nCheck-In: 8:30-9:30am \nRounds: Sat-10/2:30/7\, Sun-10:00/2:30 \nMax one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d\, available on site from $5\, OSA. \nEntries/Info: Advance Registration required. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/12/2025\, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed\, to be received by 4/11/2025. Preference that all players USCF memberships have current memberships. USCF membership can be processed online at uschess.org and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site. \nRegistration info can be sent to: \nmartinstahlchess@gmail.com \nor \nJoplin Chess Club\n2609 New Hampshire\nJoplin\, Mo 64804 \nPlease include name\, address\, phone\, e-mail\, US Chess ID#\, rating and section playing \nOn-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m.\, first round at 10:00 \nTD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554 \nOnline payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess \nPlease bring set\, clock\, board\, and score sheets.
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2025-missouri-state-university-open/
LOCATION:Strong Hall Atrium\, 901 South National Avenue\, Springfield\, MO\, 65897\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Stahl":MAILTO:martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250228T021808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T022712Z
UID:2301-1745053200-1745091000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2025 Missouri High School Tournament of Champions
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to qualifying players in grades 9-12.\nIt is a 4 round\, Game in 60\, USCF Rated which determines\nthe Denker High School Tournament Representative \nQualification: Players may qualify for the event at the State Scholastic Championships held in Columbia on March 22nd\, or players may qualify by USCF Rating. \n— State Qualifier: Players who score 3 points or more on Boards One or Two\, and players who score 3.5 points or more on Board Three and Board Four qualify for the Tournament. \n— Rating: Any High School Player with a USCF rating over 1000 is automatically qualified to participate. \nEntry Fee: $10 \nRounds: Game in 60\, delay 5\, Round times: 10am\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5pm \nPrizes:\nState Champion Trophies to top 3 finishers.\nThe overall winner will be named the 2025 Missouri Scholastic Champion\, and is invited to represent Missouri in the Denker Tournament of Champions\, held August 2025. \nRegistration: Preregistration by email appreciated. All Payments on site. Check-in Saturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name\, grade\, and USCF ID# to bdhowe@yahoo.com \n  \nTournament is run concurrently with the Missouri All Girls qualifying tournament and the Columbia Open. Events have a shared location and round times for those traveling together. \n  \nAdditional Information: Bob Howe\, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com. 636-234-7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2025-missouri-high-school-tournament-of-champions/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Scholastic
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250228T022204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T022204Z
UID:2303-1745053200-1745091000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2025 All Girls Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The tournament is open to all female players\, grades K-12.\nHosted by the Missouri Chess Association.\nThe tournament will be a 4 round\, Game in 60 USCF Rated event. \nQualification: Girls currently in Kindergarten through 12th grade\, are welcome to play. USCF membership is required. \nRounds: G/60 d;5. Round Times: 10\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5. Later rounds will start early\nif possible \nEntry Fee: $10 \nPrizes:\nState Champion Trophies to top 3 Overall.\nTrophies to Top scorer in K-8\, and Top scorer in K-5.\nThe overall winner will be the 2025 Missouri All Girls Champion\, and will be offered Missouri’s spot in the annual Ruth Haring National Girls Invitational Tournament\, held in August 2025. The Haring tournament is an invitational only tournament run by the USCF\, with each state selecting one representative. \nRegistration: Preregistration by email appreciated. Check-in\nSaturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name\, grade\, and USCF ID# to bdhowe@yahoo.com \nTournament is run concurrently with the High School Denker tournament and the Columbia Open. Events have a shared location and round times for those traveling together. \nAdditional Information: Bob Howe 636-234-7928\, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2025-all-girls-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091807
CREATED:20250228T022458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T022458Z
UID:2305-1745053200-1745091000@mochess.org
SUMMARY:2025 Columbia Open
DESCRIPTION:4-round Game/60\, delay 5 sec\nRegistration: 9-9:45a.m\, Round times: 10\, 12:30\, 2:45\, 5:15\nEntry Fee: Only $5 – No prizes\, play for Rating points\, Honor\, and Glory!\nCurrent USCF Membership required\nMCA membership required for Missouri residents\, available on site from $5\nThis tournament runs concurrently with the High School Tournament of Champions and the Haring All-Girls qualifying tournament. Same location and round times for those traveling together.\nRegistration: Pre-registration by email is appreciated. All payments on site\, cash preferred\, the day of the event.\n\nAdditional Information: contact Bob Howebdhowe@yahoo.com\, 636-234-7928
URL:https://mochess.org/event/2025-columbia-open/
LOCATION:Rockbridge High School\, 4303 S. Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Howe":MAILTO:bdhowe@yahoo.com
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