Sunday Speed Chess & Lecture with FM Xiao Cheng this weekend

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Chess Zone's Speed Chess Sunday is this weekend. Our Rapid Tournament (G/15+10) starts at 10:00 AM, and our Blitz Tournament (G/5+2) starts at 3:00 PM. If you have the need for speed, join us this Sunday, June 2nd at Chess Zone. Register Here.

JUNE RAPID CHAMPIONSHIP

6/2/2024 | 10AM

Four rounds, Swiss System, USCF rated (quick rated)

Place Prizes: 1st Place – $160; 2nd Place – $80; 3rd Place – $40;
Class Prizes: Class A 1800-1999 – $25; Class B-C 1400-1799 – $25 Class E-D 1000-1399 – $25; U1000: $25

Live US Chess regular ratings used for pairings and prizes. Prizes based on 30 registrations. Unrated players eligible only for place prizes.

Time Control: G/15; inc. 10; USCF quick rated.
Entry Fee: $25.00 by 5/30; $30.00 by 6/2; $35 at the site; Free entry for (W)FMs, (W)IMs, (W)GMs – entry fees deducted from prizes. The field is limited to the first 50 registrants.
Schedule: Pre-registration closes at 9:00 am. On-site registration ends at 9:45 am.
Rounds: 10:00 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM

JUNE BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP

6/2/2024 | 3PM

Five double rounds (10 total games; play each opponent twice as white and black), Swiss System, USCF rated (blitz rated)

Place Prizes: 1st Place – $160; 2nd Place – $80; 3rd Place – $40
Class Prizes: Class A 1800-1999 – $25; Class B-C 1400-1799 – $25 Class E-D 1000-1399 – $25; U1000: $25

Live US Chess regular ratings used for pairings and prizes. Prizes based on 30 registrations. Unrated players eligible only for place prizes.

Time Control: G/5; inc. 2; USCF blitz rated.
Entry Fee: $25.00 by 5/30; $30.00 by 6/2; $35 at the site; Free entry for (W)FMs, (W)IMs, (W)GMs – entry fees deducted from prizes. The field is limited to the first 50 registrants.
Schedule: Pre-registration closes at 2:00 pm. All players, including pre-registrants, must please check in by 2:45 pm.
Rounds: Round 1 starts at 3:00 PM; rounds 2-5 immediately after. Last round should start at approximately 5:30 PM.

Click Here to Register

Join us for an exclusive lecture by FIDE Master Xiao Cheng at Chess Zone.

Explore the intricacies of endgame strategy with the topic “Are All Opposite Color Bishop Games a Draw?“

Discover expert insights and advanced techniques from FM Cheng, as he explains the complexities of opposite-color bishop endgames. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your chess skills and learn from a master.

The lecture will be held at Chess Zone. Starting at 7:15 PM and concluding at 8:15 PM. Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early.

Upcoming Events

6/2 Chess Zone June Rapid Championship
6/2 Chess Zone June Blitz Championship
6/8 Chess Zone June Action Championship
6/16 Chess Zone Rated Scholastic
6/22 Chess Zone Saturday Classic

The Rated Game of the Week is on Tuesday nights. These tournaments have been filling up, so you can secure your spot by registering in advance. The first 50 who sign up will be able to play. Registration ends at 7:00 PM. Game starts at 7:30 PM. USCF Membership is required.

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Subject: Sunday Speed Chess & Lecture with FM Xiao Cheng this weekend

JUNE RAPID CHAMPIONSHIP

JUNE BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP