Missouri Chess Association

2021 Missouri State University Tournament
2021-04-17 08:30 - 2021-04-18 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
Location: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union
Ballroom
1110 E Madison St
Springfield, MO 65897
5SS, G/90, d15. 2-sections, LIMITED to 60 ADVANCED entries.
Prizes: $1,200 prize fund GUARANTEED
Upper(1400+): $300-1st, $200-2nd, $100-3rd, $100-U1600
Reserve(U1400): $250-1st, $150-2nd. $100-3rd
Players may play up 100 points for section qualification.
Entry: $30
Check-In: 8:30-9:30am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.

Entries/Info: Advance Registration requuired. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/17/2021, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 4/16/2021. 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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID#, rating and section playing
On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess
COVID Information:
Check the Joplin Chess Club Facebook page or website for updated information
or potential cancellation.
Masks must be worn by all players and accompanying family.
One game played per table
No food at the table
Spectators not allowed. Players not actively playing will need to leave the playing room.
Social distancing should be observed wherever and whenever possible.
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.
Most boards,sets, and clocks will be provided and sanitized between rounds and hand sanitizer will be available.

2021 Kansas Open Chess Championship
2021-07-16 18:00 - 2021-07-18 18:00 | SpringHill Suites, One Riverfront Plaza, Lawrence, KS, 66044, United States
Click to access 2021KansasOpenFlierV3.pdf

2021 Four States Summer Open
2021-08-21 08:00 - 19:30 | Joplin Holiday Inn, 3402 Arizona Ave, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate
Format:
4 round Swiss, Game in 60 with 5 second delay (G/60,d/5), dual rated
Two sections; Open and Under 1400, sections may be combined for pairing purposes
One 1/2 point bye available if requested before the beginning of round 2
Round Times:
9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 5:00 (or ASAP after round 3 completes).
Entry fee: $40. Scholastic (K-12), play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site. MCA membership required for MO residents; available on-site. Limited to 38 players maximum; Pre-registration required
Prizes:
$600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries. Scholastic entries count as half.
Open: $160, $120; U1600 $100
U1400: $100, $80
4.0 Bonus: $20
Registration: Advance Registration required. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 8/21/2021, checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 8/20/2021, or through PayPal: paypal.me/joplinchess
Preference that all players have current US Chess memberships. US Chess 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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.
On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.
COVID Information:

Check the Joplin Chess Facebook page or website for updated information or potential cancellation.
Masks are optional, but recommended, especially for unvaccinated players.
One game played per table and space is limited
Spectators are not allowed. Players not actively playing will need to leave the playing room.
Social distancing should be observed wherever and whenever possible.
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.
Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes will be available.

2021 Missouri State Championship
2021-09-18 08:00 - 2021-09-19 18:30 | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
Location: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union
Ballroom
1110 E Madison St
Springfield, MO 65897
5SS, G/90, d15. 2-sections
PRIZES: Overall prizes based on 40 entries
OPEN: Overall Prizes: $400-1st, $200-2nd. Class Prizes: $100 each A and B
RESERVE (U1600): $200-1st, $150-2nd. Class Prizes: $100 each D, E, U100/UNR
EF: $50. $10 discount if registered by 9/16/2021
Check-In: 8:30-9:30 am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. State Championship plaques to the highest finishing Missouri resident in each section and highest scoring Senior (50+) from the Open. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.
Entries/Info: Martin Stahl, 2609 New Hampshire Ave, Joplin, MO, 64804. 417-483-1554, martin.stahl@gmail.com. Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/mochess
Side Event: On September 17th, starting at 7 pm, the Springfield MO Chess Club will be hosting a Simul and Lecture with GM Alejandro Ramirez at the MSU Ballroom. Contact Adam Whitaker for information and registration: adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com
General Membership Meeting: The general meeting of the MCA membership will be Sunday at 8:30 am.
COVID Information:
Check the Missouri Chess Association Facebook page or website for updated information or potential cancellation.
Masks are required in all indoor locations per Missouri State University rules posted August 10th. (updated 8/15/21)
Spectators are not allowed. Players not actively playing will need to leave the playing room.
Social distancing should be observed wherever and whenever possible.
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.
Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes will be available.

2021 Early Thanksgiving Open
2021-11-20 08:00 - 2021-11-21 20:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Olathe, 12080 South Strang Line Road, Olathe, KS, 66062, United States
$58 early — $75 late/on-site entry

See tournament flier for full details: 2021 Early Thanksgiving Open Flier

Where: Hilton Garden Inn Olathe – 12080 South Strang Line Road, Olathe, Kansas, 66062
HR: $109, Call 913-815-2345 and mention “Acerook” to reserve rate by November 6.

Registration: $58 by via online entry at https://www.acerook.com/register?event=2021ETO ; $75 late/on-site entry

Schedule: Saturday: Registration 8-9:30AM, Rd 1 – 10AM; Rd 2 – 2:30PM; Rd 3 – 7PM; Sunday: Rd 4 – 10AM; Rd 5 – 2:30PM

Format: 5 rounds Swiss – Game/100 with 10 second delay; Two Sections: Open and Reserve-U1800 (Based on November 2021 Rating Supplement and CCA Minimum Rating List)

Bye: 1 Half-point bye is offered for any round, if requested before the start of round 2.

Prizes ($1600 based on 60 entries):
Open: $300 -$200 – $100 – $50; U2000 – $100
Reserve (U1800): $300 -$200 – $100 – $50; U1400 – $100, U1000 – $100

Tournament Directors: NTD Brian Yang (Chief TD); NTD CJ Armenta (Assistant TD)

Equipment: Please bring boards, sets and clocks to the event. Limited Acerook Chess Enterprises’ equipment will be available to loan per round basis.

COVID Protocols: ACE Tournaments will follow any business, county, state or federal health mandates in effect during the tournament period. All players and staff will be required to follow these mandates, if any. Up-to-date information will be posted on the tournament website, including any health mandates or cancellation of the tournament.

Questions? Contact Brian Yang at AcerookChess@gmail.com

Missouri Class Championships
2021-12-11 08:30 - 2021-12-12 19:00 | Chess Club and Scholastic Center of St. Louis, 4657 Maryland Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63108, United States
Where every player can become a State Champion!
5SS, G/90 d15

Location: St. Louis Chess Club and Scholastic Center, 4657 Maryland
Ave, St.Louis MO 63108
Prizes:
Master/Expert Section: $300-1st, $200-2nd
Class A, B, C, D, Under 1200: $200-1 st , $100-2nd, in each section.
2021 Missouri Class Champion Plaque awarded to the winner of every section.

Registration: 8:30-9:45

Round times:
Sat-10-2:30-7, Sun-10-2:30

Entry Fee: $40 pre-registered by 6pm 12/10. $45 on site.
Email bdhowe@yahoo.com. Online Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please
include Name/USCFID/Section in the notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted onsite.
Free Entry to GM/IM. Max 1 half bye; MCA required, O.S.A., available on site for $5.
Entries/Info: Bob Howe, 210 N. Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069 (636) 234.7928
bdhowe@yahoo.com “Playing up” one section is allowed. Players paired only with
those in their own section. (Small sections could be combined for pairings only.
Combined sections use prize pairing in last round) Out of state players welcome.
Please be aware masks may be required based on local and venue requirements.

2022 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
2022-03-19 08:30 - 21:00 | Battle High School, 7575 St. Charles Road, Columbia, MO, 65202, United States
• 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 18. Those who pre-register and pre-pay can skip the check-in line the morning of the event. ONLINE REGISTRATION: http://www.gatewaychess.org/online-reg-mosc-new.html#reg
• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate.
• FORMAT:

HIGH 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).

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 1:00, 3:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 60 minutes

UNDER 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.

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 30 minutes

• AWARDS:

HIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.

Five (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.
Six (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.

UNDER SECTIONS (K-9, K-8, K-6, K-5, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.

Three (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.
Eight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.
Winners 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!

• 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
• MEMBERSHIP: All sections are rated and United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership is required for tournament participation. The Missouri Chess Association will cover the cost of USCF membership for new/expired entrants.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• **COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS**: Masks will be required while inside the building. Stations with wipes and hand sanitizer will be located throughout the facility. Seating in the playing hall and team areas will be distanced to the greatest extent practical.
• 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.

2022 All Girls Chess Tournament
2022-04-02 09:00 - 19:00 | Columbia Indepenent School, 1801 North Stadium Blvd, Columbia, MO, 65202, United States
The tournament is open to all female players, grades K-12.
Hosted by the Missouri Chess Association.
The tournament will be a 4 round, Game in 60 USCF Rated event.
Qualification: All Female players currently in Kindergarten through 12 th grade, are
welcome to play. USCF membership is required.
Rounds: G/60 d;5. Round Times: 10, 12:30, 2:45, 5. Later rounds will start early
if possible
Entry Fee: $10
Prizes:
State Champion Trophies to top 2 Overall.
Trophies to Top scorer in K-8, and Top scorer in K-5.
The overall winner will be the 2022 Missouri All Girls Champion, and will be
offered Missouri’s spot in the annual Ruth Haring National Girls Invitational
Tournament, held in August 2022. The Haring tournament is an invitational only
tournament run by the USCF, with each state selecting one representative.
Registration: Preregistration by email appreciated. Check-in
Saturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name, grade, and USCF ID# to
bdhowe@yahoo.com
Tournament is run concurrently with the High School Denker tournament. Events
have a shared location and round times for those traveling together.
Additional Information: Bob Howe 636-234-7928, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com

2022 High School Tournament of Champions
2022-04-02 09:00 - 19:00 | Columbia Indepenent School, 1801 North Stadium Blvd, Columbia, MO, 65202, United States
This event is open to qualifying players in grades 9-12.
It is a 4 round, Game in 60, USCF Rated event to determine
The individual Denker High School Tournament Representative

Qualification: Players may qualify for the event at the State Scholastic Championships
held in Columbia on March 19th, or players may qualify by USCF Rating.
— 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.
— Rating: Any High School Player with a USCF rating over 1000 is automatically
qualified to participate.
Entry Fee: $10
Rounds: Game in 60, delay 5, Round times: 10am, 12:30, 2:45, 5pm
Prizes:
State Champion Trophies to top 3 finishers.
The overall winner will be named the 2022 Missouri Scholastic Champion, and is invited
to represent Missouri in the Denker Tournament of Champions, held August 2022.
Registration: Preregistration by email appreciated. Check-in
Saturday 9 – 9:45am. Include Name, grade, and USCF ID# to bdhowe@yahoo.com
Tournament is run concurrently with the Missouri All Girls qualifying tournament.
Events have a shared location and round times for those traveling together.
Additional Information: Bob Howe 636-234-7928, Emails to Bdhowe@yahoo.com

2022 Missouri State University Open
2022-04-23 08:30 - 2022-04-24 18:30 | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club
5SS, G/90, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes
Prizes: $1,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries
Upper(1400+): $400-1st, $300-2nd, $150-3rd, $100-U1600
Reserve(U1400): $300-1st, $200-2nd. $100-3rd, UNR $50
Players may play up 100 points for section qualification.
Entry: $30, Scholastic (K-12), play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site.
Check-In: 8:30-9:30am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.

Entries/Info: Advance Registration required. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/23/2022, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 4/22/2022. Preference that all players US Chess memberships have current memberships. Membership can be processed online at uschess.org and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the US Chess site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, US Chess ID#, rating and section playing
On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.
COVID Information:
Check the Joplin Chess Club Facebook page or website for updated information
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.

Pillsbury at Hastings Quick
2022-05-07 09:30 - 15:00 | Midtown Carnegie Library, 397 E Central St, Springfield, 65802, United States
Free entry. G/25;d3. USCF quick rated. Midtown Carnegie Library, upstairs conference room. Rounds: 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM. Tournament director Adam Whitaker

2022 Four States Spring Open
2022-05-14 08:00 - 19:30 | Joplin Holiday Inn, 3402 Arizona Ave, Joplin, MO, 64804, United States
Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club US Chess affiliate
Format:
4 round Swiss, Game in 60 with 5 second delay (G/60,d/5), dual rated
Two sections; Open and Under 1400, sections may be combined for pairing purposes
One 1/2 point bye available if requested before the beginning of round 2
Round Times:
9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 5:00 (or ASAP after round 3 completes).
Entry fee: $40. Scholastic (K-12), play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site. MCA membership required for MO residents; available on-site.
Prizes:
$600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries. Scholastic entries count as half.
Open: $160, $120; U1600 $100
U1400: $100, $80
4.0 Bonus: $20
Registration: Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 5/15/2022, checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 5/13/2022, or through PayPal: paypal.me/joplinchess
Preference that all players have current US Chess memberships. US Chess 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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.
On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.
COVID Information:
Check the Joplin Chess Facebook page or website for updated information or potential cancellation.
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.
Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes will be available.

2022 Missouri State Novice Championship
2022-07-09 08:30 - 18:30 | Stoney Creek Hotel, 18011 Bass Pro Dr,, Independence, 64055
New Player friendly tournament!
Novice Championship: Players rated Under 1000 or Unrated are eligible.
Rounds: G/45 d;5. Each player gets 45 minutes with a 5 second time delay.
Round Times: Saturday – 10am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm, 4:30pm
Rounds are paired using “swiss”system. Players play all four rounds, no eliminations.
Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered by 6pm 7/8. Or @40 on site the day of the event. You
may register and pay Online with Paypal. Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess.
Please include Name and USCF ID # in the notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted
onsite. 1 half bye permitted if requested at registration.
USCF and Missouri Chess membership is required. May be purchased ahead of time
or on site during registration.
Registration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am
Prizes: Based on 15 Entries:
1st : Novice Champion Trophy and $100. 2nd : $50
.
Entries/Info: Mailed entries to Bob Howe, 210 N. Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069
Questions: Bob at bdhowe@yahoo.com or (636) 234-7928

2022 Missouri State Class Championships
2022-07-09 08:30 - 2022-07-10 18:30 | Stoney Creek Hotel, 18011 Bass Pro Dr,, Independence, 64055
Sections: Master/Expert (2000+), Class A (1800-1999), Class B (1600-1799), Class C
(1400-1599), Class D (1200-1399), and Under 1200
*Novice Section: Under 1000/Unrated The novice section is held with a shorter time
control and completes in one day. See below for full details!
Each section plays only players in their own section (small sections may be combined
for pairing but will keep separate prizes) Players are allowed to “play up” one section
only above their official rating. Out of state players are welcome.
Rounds: G/90 d;15. Round Times: Saturday – 10, 2:15, 6:30, Sunday 10 – 2:15
Entry Fee: $40 pre-registered by 6pm 7/8. $50 on site. Email bdhowe@yahoo.com.
Online Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name/USCF ID/Section
in the paypal notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted onsite. Free Entry to GM/IM. Max 1
half bye; MCA required, O.S.A., available on site from $5.
Registration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am
Prizes: Based on 7 per class
Master/Expert Section: $300-1st, $200-2nd,
Class A, B, C, D, Under 1200: $200-1 st , $100-2 nd in each section.
Missouri Class Champion Plaque awarded to the winner of each section.
Entries/Info: Bob Howe, 210 N. Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069 (636) 234.7928
bdhowe@yahoo.com
**Novice Championship Information
Open only to new/unrated players or players Rated under 1000
Played on Saturday only: 4 rounds, Game in 45, d5, Registration: 8:30-9:30; Round Times 10am, 12:15, 2:15, 4:30 Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered (payment received by 6/21) $20 on site. Online Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name and USCF in the notes.
Prizes: based on 15 players: 1st $100 + Novice State Champion Trophy, 2nd $50

SMCC Summer Open
2022-07-22 19:30 - 2022-07-24 17:00 | Southside Senior Center, 2215 S. Freemont Ave., Springfield, MO, 65804, United States
Tournaments and fundraiser for the Southside Senior Center, home of the Springfield, MO. Chess Club.
July 22 – Blitz fundraiser tournament. G/5, seven rounds. 7:45 PM to 9:30 PM. USCF blitz rated and unrated sections. $5 entry, no prizes.
July 23 & 24 – G/90;d5. USCF rated. $20 entry (k-12 option $5 entry, not eligible for prizes). First place $40, second place $30, top under 1400 $20. Remainder of entry goes to the donation to the senior center. Rounds: Sat 23 – 10 AM, 2 PM, 5:30 PM. Sun 24 – 10 AM, 2 PM.
Money raised over three days, minus prizes, will be donated to the Southside Senior Center. Additional donations encouraged. Tournament director Adam Whitaker (adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com).

2022 Springfield Open
2022-10-22 08:30 - 2022-10-23 19:00 | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
5SS, G/90, d15
Prizes: $850 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries. Class prizes based on 4 per class
Open: $200-1st, $150-2nd, A/B/C/D-$100 each, U1200/UNR-$50.
Entry: $30, Scholastic (K-12) may play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site.
Check-In: 8:30-9:30am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.
Entries/Info: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 10/22/2022, or checks (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 10/21/2022.
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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID#, rating and section playing
On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.
COVID Information:
Check the Joplin Chess Club Facebook page or website for updated information
If you have COVID symptoms, please contact the TD and do not come to the playing site.

2022 Missouri Open
2022-12-03 08:30 - 2022-12-04 18:30 | Southside Senior Center, 2215 S. Freemont Ave., Springfield, MO, 65804, United States
*A State Championship Event*
2022 MISSOURI OPEN: 5SS, G/115;d5. South Side Senior Center, 2215 S Fremont
Ave., Springfield, MO 65804.
2-sections: OPEN: Overall Prizes: $500-1 st $250-2 nd ,
$125-3 rd . Class Prizes: $100-1 st in each: Master (2200-2399), X, A, B. RESERVE
(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.
EF: $50 by 6pm 11/30, $60 on site. Online payment:
www.paypal.me/mochess. (Please include Name/USCF ID/Section in the notes.) Cash
or credit card accepted on site.
Reg: Sat-8:30-9:45am.
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-
9:30/2. Max one ½-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on
site from $5, OSA.
Entries/Info: Thomas Rehmeier, 12 Robison Ct., Wentzville, MO
63385. JCChess89@yahoo.com

2023 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
2023-03-18 08:30 - 21:00 | Battle High School, 7575 St. Charles Road, Columbia, MO, 65202, United States
• 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.
• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate.
• FORMAT:

HIGH 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).

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 1:00, 3:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 55 minutes with a 5 second time delay

UNDER 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.

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 25 minutes wot a 5 second time delay

• AWARDS:

HIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.

Five (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.
Six (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.

UNDER SECTIONS (K-9, K-8, K-6, K-5, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.

Three (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.
Eight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.
National Invitational Qualification

Winners 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.

• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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
Game in 5 minutes match between the top two players in the tie (based on numerical tiebreaks) will determine the winner.
• 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.
• 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.
• TEAM ROOMS: Classrooms are available to reserve as private team rooms upon request. Cost is $200 per room.
• 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.

2023 High School Tournament of Champions
2023-04-15 09:00 - 19:30 | Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow's Place, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
Individual High School Championship to determine the Denker HS Tournament Representative.
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow’s Place, Columbia MO 65201
Entry Fee: $10.
Rounds: G/60,d5 Rounds Times: 10am, 12:30, 2:45, 5pm
Registration: Pre-reg by email Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name, Grade, USCF
#. Payment on site only. Check in between 9 – 9:45am.
Qualification: 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.
Prizes: Trophies to top 3 finishers, Winner named Missouri Scholastic Champion and invited to represent Missouri in the Denker High SchoolChampion.
Info: Bob Howe, Bdhowe@yahoo.com 636 234 7928

2023 Missouri All Girls Tournament
2023-04-15 09:00 - 19:30 | Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow's Place, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
This event is open to all female players in Grades K-12. USCF Membership required.
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow’s Place, Columbia MO 65201
Entry Fee: $10.
Rounds: G/60,d5 Rounds Times: 10am, 12:30, 2:45, 5pm
Registration: Pre-reg by email Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name, Grade, USCF #. Payment on site only. Check in between 9 – 9:45am.
Prizes: 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.
Info: Bob Howe, Bdhowe@yahoo.com 636 234 7928

2023 Columbia Open
2023-04-15 09:00 - 19:30 | Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow's Place, Columbia, MO, 65201, United States
$5 Play for Rating Columbia Open.
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, 1225 Fellow’s Place, Columbia MO 65201
Entry Fee: $5.
Rounds:G/60,d5Rounds Times: 10am, 12:30, 2:45, 5pm
Registration: Pre-reg by email to Bdhowe@yahoo.com include Name and USCF #.
Payment 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.
USCF and MCA membership required, available onsite.

2023 Missouri State University Open
2023-04-22 08:30 - 2023-04-23 18:30 | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club

Location: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union
West Ballroom
1110 E Madison St
Springfield, MO 658975SS, G/90, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes
Prizes: $1,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries
Upper(1400+): $400-1st, $300-2nd, $150-3rd, $100-U1600
Reserve(U1400): $300-1st, $200-2nd. $100-3rd, UNR $50
Players may play up 100 points for section qualification.
Entry: $30, Scholastic (K-12), play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site.
Check-In: 8:30-9:30am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.
Entries/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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, US Chess ID#, rating and section playing
On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.

SMCC Summer G/90 Quads
2023-06-24 09:00 - 20:30 | Southside Senior Center, 2215 S. Freemont Ave., Springfield, MO, 65804, United States
When: Saturday June 24
Where: Southside Senior Center in Springfield, MO.
Entry: $25. First three titled players enter for free. Extra donations to the senior center are welcome.
Time control: G/90;d5
USCF Rated: Yes (US Chess memberships must be current before round 1)
Round times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 5:15 PM (or directly after second round if players agree)
Prizes: 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.

Contact Adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com to enter or with questions.

2023 Missouri Novice Championship
2023-07-08 08:30 - 18:00 | Chess Cardinal Center — Chesterield Mall, Chesterfield Mall, unit #156, Chesterfield, MO, 63017, United States
New Player friendly tournament!
Novice Championship: Players rated Under 1000 or Unrated are eligible.
Rounds: G/45 d;5. Each player gets 45 minutes with a 5 second time delay.
Round Times: Saturday – 10am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm, 4:pm
Rounds are paired using “swiss”system. Players play all four rounds, no eliminations.
Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered by 6pm 7/7. Or @40 on site the day of the event. You
may register and pay Online with Paypal. Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess.
Please include Name and USCF ID # in the notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted
onsite. 1 half bye permitted if requested at registration.
USCF and Missouri Chess membership is required. May be purchased ahead of time
or on site during registration.
Registration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am
Prizes: Based on 20 Entries:
1st : Novice Champion Trophy and $100. 2nd : $60. 3rd $40
Entries/Info: Mailed entries to Bob Howe, 210 N. Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069
Questions: Bob at bdhowe@yahoo.com or (636) 234-7928
Directions: Park at the V-Stock/Cheesecake Factory entrance. Event is on lower level
on the left side of the complex.

2023 Missouri Class Championships
2023-07-08 08:30 - 2023-07-09 18:00 | Chess Cardinal Center — Chesterield Mall, Chesterfield Mall, unit #156, Chesterfield, MO, 63017, United States
Where every player can be a State Champion!

Sections: Master/Expert (2000+), Class A (1800-1999), Class B (1600-1799), Class C
(1400-1599), Class D (1200-1399), Under 1200, and *Novice Section.
*Novice Section: Under 1000/Unrated The novice section is held with a shorter time
control and completes in one day. See below for full details!
Each section plays only opponents in their own section (small sections may be
combined for pairing but will keep separate prizes) Players are allowed to “play up” one
section only above their official rating. Out of state players are welcome.
Rounds: G/90 d;15. Round Times: Saturday – 10, 2:15, 6:30, Sunday 10 – 2:15
Entry Fee: $40 pre-registered by 6pm 7/7. $50 on site. Email bdhowe@yahoo.com.
Online Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name/USCF ID/Section
in the paypal notes. Cash & Credit Cards accepted onsite. Free Entry to GM/IM. Max 1
half bye; MCA required, O.S.A., available on site from $5.

Registration: Onsite registration from 8:30-9:30am
Prizes: Based on 7 per class
Master/Expert Section: $300-1st, $200-2nd,
Class A, B, C, D, Under 1200: $200-1st , $100-2nd in each section.
Missouri Champion Plaque to the winner of every section.
Entries/Info: Bob Howe, 210 N. Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069 (636) 234.7928
bdhowe@yahoo.com
Directions: Park at the V-Stock/Cheesecake Factory entrance. Event is on lower level
on the left side of the complex.

**Novice Championship Information
Open only to new/unrated players or players Rated under 1000
Played on Saturday only: 4 rounds, Game in 45, d5, Registration: 8:30-9:30; Round Times
10am, 12:15, 2:15, 4:30 Entry Fee: $15 pre-registered (payment received by 6/23) $20 on site.
Online Payment to www.paypal.me/mochess. Please include Name and USCF in the notes.
Prizes: based on 15 players: 1st $100 + Novice State Champion Trophy, 2nd $50

2023 Missouri Open
2023-11-11 08:30 - 2023-11-12 18:00 | Stoney Creek Hotel, 18011 Bass Pro Dr,, Independence, 64055
Format: 5-round Swiss, Game/90 + d/15. Two Sections:
Open: Overall Prizes: $500-1st , $300-2nd , $200-3rd
Class prizes: $200-1st in each Master (2200-2399), X, A, B.

Top Missouri resident earns 2023 State Champion Title & Plaque
Top Scoring Senior earns 2024 US Senior Irwin Championsh Invite

Reserve (Under 1600): Overall Prizes: $300-1st ,$250-2nd ,$200-3rd
Class Prizes: $150-1st in each C, D, E/U1200.

Top Missouri resident earns 2023 Reserve Champion Title Plaque

Registration: Saturday 8:30-9:45 am.
Round Times: Saturday-10:00 am, 2:30 pm, 7:00 pm. Sunday-9:30 am, 2:00 pm.
Entry fee*: $50.00 by 6pm 11/10, $60.00 on site. Free Entry for IM/GMs.
Byes: Maximum one ½-point bye, must be declared by round 2.
Memberships: 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.)
Entries/Information: Bob Howe, 210 N Olive St, Pacific, MO 63069. bdhowe@yahoo.com, (636) 234-7928
Online 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.
*SPECIAL DISCOUNTS:
$10 off entry fee for Pre-registered
Additional $10 off for:
Seniors (55+) • Brand New/Unrated Players • Players traveling over 120 miles (one way) to the tournament. (limit 1 additional discount per player)
Must pre-register by 11/10 for discount.

2024 Missouri State Scholastic Championship
2024-03-16 08:30 - 21:00 | Battle High School, 7575 St. Charles Road, Columbia, MO, 65202, United States
• 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!
• ELIGIBILITY: All students in kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) in Missouri are eligible to participate.
• FORMAT:

HIGH 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).

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 1:00, 3:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 55 minutes with a 5 second time delay

UNDER 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.

ROUND TIMES: 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, 3:00, 4:30, and 6:00. Final round will start earlier if possible.
TIME CONTROL: Game in 25 minutes wot a 5 second time delay

• AWARDS:

HIGH SCHOOL SECTION: Awards will be presented at 8:30 pm. No awards will be presented before this time.

Five (5) school trophies will be awarded. School score is the sum of the best scores on each board.
Six (6) individual trophies will be awarded per Board.

UNDER SECTIONS (K-9, K-8, K-6, K-5, and K-3): Awards presentation will begin at 7:30 pm.

Three (3) school trophies will be awarded in each of the under sections. School score is the sum of the four highest player scores.
Eight (8) individual trophies will be awarded in each of the other sections.
National Invitational Qualification

Winners 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.

• 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
• 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.
• 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
Game in 5 minutes match between the top two players in the tie (based on numerical tiebreaks) will determine the winner.
• 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.
• 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.
• TEAM ROOMS: Classrooms are available to reserve as private team rooms upon request. Cost is $200 per room.
• 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.

2024 Missouri State University Open
2024-04-13 08:30 - 2024-04-14 19:00 | Plaster Student Union, 1110 E Madison St, Springfield, MO, 65897, United States
Co-hosted by the Joplin Chess Club and MSU Chess Club

Location: Missouri State University Plaster Student Union
Room 308
1110 E Madison St
Springfield, MO 658975SS, G/90, d15. 2-sections; Sections may be combined for pairing purposes
Prizes: $1,600 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries
Upper(1400+): $400-1st, $300-2nd, $150-3rd, $100-U1600
Reserve(U1400): $300-1st, $200-2nd. $100-3rd, UNR $50
Players may play up 100 points for section qualification.
Entry: $30, Scholastic (K-12), play for rating only, 50% off entry. E-mail registration accepted, cash only on-site.
Check-In: 8:30-9:30am
Rounds: Sat-10/2:30/7, Sun-10:00/2:30
Max one 1/2-pt bye if declared by Rd. 2. MCA membership req’d, available on site from $5, OSA.
Entries/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.
Registration info can be sent to:
martin.stahl@joplinchess.org
or
Joplin Chess Club
2609 New Hampshire
Joplin, Mo 64804
Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, US Chess ID#, rating and section playing
On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00
TD: Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554
Online payment available at https://www.paypal.me/joplinchess
Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.

2024 SMCC Spring Open
2024-05-10 07:00 - 2024-05-11 20:00 | Southside Senior Center, 2215 S. Freemont Ave., Springfield, MO, 65804, United States
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.
Friday May 10, 2024
Free 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.
We will plan to start at 7:30 PM on May 10 at the Southside Senior Center in Springfield, Missouri.
Win 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.
Saturday May 11, 2024
SMCC 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.
Prizes 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.
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Current US Chess Federation membership is required as all games will be regular rated.
Entry: $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.
Location
Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, Missouri 65804
Any 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.
To enter, or to ask any questions about the SMCC Spring Swiss, please email me at adamgrantwhitaker@gmail.com.

2024 Columbia Open
2024-05-18 09:00 - 19:30 | Rockbridge High School, 4303 S. Providence Rd, Columbia, MO, 65203, United States
4-round Game/60, delay 5 sec
Registration: 9-9:45a.m, Round times: 10, 12:30, 2:45, 5:15
Entry fee: Only $5 – No prizes, play for Rating points, Honor, and Glory!
Current USCF Membership required
MCA membership required for Missouri residents, available on site from $5
This 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.
Registration: Pre-registration by email is appreciated. All payments on site, cash
preferred, the day of the event.
Additional Information: contact Bob Howe
bdhowe@yahoo.com, 636-234-7928
