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MINNESOTA CLASS CHAMPIONSHIPS WILL BE HELD IN ROCHESTER ON NOVEMBER 11-12, 2023!
For the first time ever, the Minnesota Class Championships will be played outside of the Twin Cities. We are hoping for a high turnout, including many local players, to help convince the MSCA that Rochester is an important venue for chess tournaments.
We are partnering with the Minnesota State Chess Association to host the event in the Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr. SE, Rochester.
Compete with your peers and vie for the coveted title of Class Champion!
Winner of Master/Expert section qualifies for 2024 State Championship playoffs!
Winner of Class A qualifies for 2024 State U2000 playoffs!
4 Round Swiss: USCF rated (membership req.)
Time Control: G/90 +30s
Rounds: Saturday 11am, 4pm & Sunday 9:30am, 2pm ️
Byes: max two ½ point byes, any rounds, declared before R3
More details and a link to registration can be found on the MSCA Events page: https://www.minnesotachess.com/class-championships
Scholarships are available for scholastic players to help cover the cost of registration. Direct inquires to me: dennismays101@gmail.com.
REMINDER: REGISTER FOR THE CLASSICAL SWISS STARTING ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24.
If you have not done so already, this is a reminder to register for the 3 – 4 round classical chess tournament which will begin on October 24. If you are interested in playing, please register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ15iULQr47IiqDuPx54Ben1cnXgOS-PLROdJoqLGf9dfo5w/viewform?usp=pp_url
Game Analysis and Casual Chess
Club members Michael Gilligan and Tim Schimke will be analyzing their games from recent events. National Master Matt Jensen will be moderating. You are encouraged to bring your games to join the fun. The best way to share your game is to enter it in Lichess or Chess.com.
Others are welcome to play casual chess. A classical 3 – 4 round classical chess tournament will begin on October 24. If you are interested in playing, please register online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ15iULQr47IiqDuPx54Ben1cnXgOS-PLROdJoqLGf9dfo5w/viewform?usp=pp_url