Four rounds of Game/30, d5s in a Swiss Style format will be played. All participants will play 4 games.  No elimination. Participating in the K-12 rated sections requires a USCF membership (https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess). Chess sets and clocks will be provided. Half-point byes are available for schedule conflicts. Directed by Matt Markland.

Parent/coach volunteers are needed. Contact Dennis Mays (dennismays101@gmail.com) for more information. 

Trophies/medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each section.

Site: Mayo Clinic Harwick Cafeteria, 205 Third Ave. SW, Rochester, MN. 

Online pre-registration is required to reserve your spot in the tournament. https://forms.gle/6zA2pB4WkrB5cKULA Participation will be limited to the first 50 registrants. 

Schedule for the K-12 USCF-rated sections:

Check in with the tournament director by 9:15 – 9:45 AM to confirm your participation:
Round 1: 10:00 AM
Round 2: 11:10 AM
Lunch Break: Immediately after your round 2 game ends (on your own).
Round 3: 1:00 PM
Round 4: 2:10 PM

Awards following Round 4 at about 3:30 PM.

Schedule for the grades K-2 unrated section:

Check in with the tournament director by 11:45 AM.
Round 1: 12:10 PM
Round 2: 12:50 PM
Round 3: 1:30 PM
Round 4: 2:10 PM
Awards at about 3:00 PM  

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