May the 4th Be With You Chess Championship
May 4, 2024
A K-12 Chess Tournament open to all private, parochial, and homeschool students.
Location: St. Thomas More Parish School
5927 Wigton Dr, Houston, TX 77096
CLICK HERE for Up-To-Date Player Roster
Capacity is limited to the first 100 registrants (10 spots left). Secure your spot for the 2024 May the 4th Be With You Chess Championship:
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Tournament Information:
♟ Eligibility: Open to all K-12 parochial, private schools, and homeschool students.
♟ Entry Fee: $30 through April 28; $40 thereafter. Registration closes on May 2 at midnight.
♟USCF Membership Required: A USCF membership is necessary to participate. A discounted membership can be purchased through the provided link.
♟ Format: 5-round Swiss System, Game/25 with a 5-second delay, and USCF rated.
♟Sections: The tournament will be limited to 30 players per section, with sections divided by grade and USCF rating.
♟ Team Awards: School awards will be based on the combined scores of the top 4 players from each team.
♟ Costume Contest: Star Wars-themed attire is encouraged, with individual and team prizes awarded for the best costumes.
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Schedule:
♟ First round begins as close to 9:00 AM as possible. Participants are advised to arrive early.
♟ Lunch will be provided around 11:30 AM, following the completion of round 2.
♟ The final round starts around 3:00 PM, with the award ceremony concluding by approximately 5:00 PM.
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Registration and Membership:
♟ Online Registration: For expedited processing and magazine options use this link.
♟ Discounted USCF Membership: Purchase for $10 at this link. Please join ASAP as processing takes a few days.
♟ After receiving your USCF membership number via email, forward it to John Hendrick at john@foundationchess.org.
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Additional Information:
♟ Participants can play up to 5 rounds (non-elimination format). Competitors are expected to be familiar with the rules.
♟ Chess boards and pieces are provided by the event organizers. Players should bring their own chess clocks and notation sheets, if available.
♟ Parental Access: Parents or guardians are not permitted in the playing area once rounds have started but may escort their children to the playing area and take photos before rounds begin.
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Helpful Links:
Tournament Rules and Expectations
USCF New Member Registration
♟ Contact: John Hendrick at john@foundationchess.org or 832-893-0138
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Prepare for a day of strategic gameplay and Star Wars-themed fun. We look forward to seeing you there!
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