4th Annual All California School Level Chess Tournament
FIDE-Rated • Swiss System
August 29 -30 • Unit - 145, 9706 FairOaks Blvd, FairOaks CA
Sections & Schedule
| Section | Rating Cap | Rounds | Round Times | Time Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholastic | K-3, K-6, K-12 | 5 | Sat: 10AM, 11:30AM, 1:30PM, 3:00PM, 4:30PM | G/30;D0 |
| Non‑Scholastic | U1500 | 4 | Sun: 9:00AM, 1:00PM, 3:30PM, 6:00PM | G/60;D05 |
Prize Fund
| Section | 🥇 1st | 🥈 2nd | 🥉 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 K-3, K-6 and K-12 Section –
Individual trophies: Top five players in each section. School trophy: Awarded to the top school in each section. Eligibility: A school must have at least 4 players competing in the same section to qualify for the school trophy. | |||
| U1500 (based on 20 entries) | $150 | $100 | $50 |
Entry Fees
| Tier | Dates | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | 2nd August, 2026 | $40 |
| After 2nd | Through 3rd - 18th August, 2026 | $50 |
| After 18th August | 19th - 23rd August, 2026 | $60 |
| Late (After 23rd August) | August 29-30, 2026 | $70 |
Registration & Eligibility
- No onsite registration. Online only before 8:00 AM, August 27, 2026.
- Payment: Zelle/PayPal — learningpawn@gmail.com.
- Players: Please bring your own chess set and chess clock.
Refunds And Changes
- Refund deadline: Full refund minus a $10 processing fee if requested by 11:59 PM, Thursday, August 27, 2026.
- No refunds after pairings / event start: No refunds for withdrawals requested after 6:00 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, or once Round 1 pairings are posted, whichever is earlier. No refunds for no-shows or for players who withdraw after the tournament starts.
- How to request a refund: Email learningpawn@gmail.com with player name, section, and proof of payment.
Contacts
Email: learningpawn@gmail.com
| Brahma Mohanty: 916-612-9711
| Madhusmita Rout: 916-467-0742
Policies
- Default time (forfeit): 30 minutes after scheduled start.
- Byes: ½-point byes Rounds 1–5; must request before Round 2 starts.
- Device policy: Phones/smartwatches must be off and stored; tournament rules enforced.
Registration
Advance Entries
| Name | USCF Id | USCF Rating | Fide Id | Section |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pairings & Standings
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