4th Annual River City Scholastic Chess Tournament
FIDE-Rated • Swiss System
September 26 - 270 • Unit - 145, 9706 FairOaks Blvd, FairOaks CA
Sections & Schedule
| Section | Grade Level |
|---|---|
| K-2 | Kindergarten to 2nd Grade |
| K-5 | Kindergarten to 5th Grade |
| K-8 | Kindergarten to 8th Grade |
| K-12 | Kindergarten to 12th Grade |
Schedule
| Schedule (Pacific Time) |
|---|
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June 27: Check-in 9:15–9:45 AM, Player meeting 9:45 AM
Rounds: 5 Round Times: Sat 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM Time Control: G/45;D0 (Math Test is 15 minutes; USCF rating base game will be G/30;D0) |
Prizes
Top 5 players in each section will receive trophies in three categories: Chess, Math, and ChessOmatics (Chess + Math).
How ChessOmatics Tournament Works
ChessOmatics is a unique Learning Pawn format that combines Chess and Math into one competitive event. Players earn recognition in three categories: Chess, Math, and ChessOmatics (Combined).
1) What Happens During Each Round
- Chess Game: Players play a Swiss chess game using the posted time control.
- Math Challenge: Players complete a short math test (about 15 minutes) during the event.
- Each category has its own trophies: Chess, Math, and ChessOmatics (Combined).
2) Chess Category (Chess Awards)
- Pairings: Swiss System (players are paired each round based on score).
- Scoring: Win = 1 point • Draw = 0.5 • Loss = 0.
- Standings: Based on chess score and standard chess tiebreaks.
- Awards: Top Chess performers in each section receive trophies for Chess.
3) Math Category (Math Awards)
- Math Test: Score out of 50.
- Math Points: Your raw score is converted into Math Points (0.00 to 1.00) using the table below.
- Math Standings: Ranked by Math Points.
- Math Tiebreak Rule: If two players have the same Math Points, the higher Chess score will be used as the tiebreak.
- Awards: Top Math performers in each section receive trophies for Math.
| Math Score (Out Of 50) | Math Points |
|---|---|
| 50 | 1.00 |
| 45–49 | 0.75 |
| 35–44 | 0.50 |
| 25–34 | 0.25 |
| Less Than 25 | 0.00 |
4) ChessOmatics Category (Combined Awards)
ChessOmatics (Combined) rewards balanced performance in both Chess and Math.
- Chess Points: Based on Swiss chess results (Win = 1, Draw = 0.5, Loss = 0).
- Math Points: Based on the Math Points conversion table (0.00 to 1.00).
- ChessOmatics Score: Chess Score + Math Points
- ChessOmatics Tiebreak Rule: If two players have the same ChessOmatics Score, the event will use the same chess tiebreaks used for the Swiss chess standings.
- Awards: Top Combined performers in each section receive trophies for ChessOmatics.
Example:
If a player scores 4.0 in Chess and gets 45/50 in Math, Math Points = 0.75.
ChessOmatics Score = 4.0 + 0.75 = 4.75.
If another player also has 4.75, the Combined ranking will be decided using the same chess tiebreaks.
Entry Fees
| Tier | Dates | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | Through Feb 25 | $60 |
| Late (Event Day) | Feb 28 | $70 |
Registration & Eligibility
- No onsite registration. Online only before 8:00 AM, February 28, 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, Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
- No refunds after pairings / event start: No refunds for withdrawals requested after 6:00 PM on Friday, February 27, 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
FIDE Related Questions: FA Scott Mason — SCOTT-MASON@OUTLOOK.COM
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 |
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Pairings & Standings
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