Entries are being donated! Four round Swiss System tournament, sections dependent upon turnout.
Game in 24 minutes, 5 second delay per move.
EF: $15.00
USCF membership required: (www.uschess.org)
Online entry available here.
Waco June 20 Swiss – Registration
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 1624 Wooded Acres Dr., Waco, TX 76710 (Behind Target)
(Enter through main door and turn right. Tournament room is at the end of Parish Hall.)
VIEW ENTRY LIST (This is manually entered, so it may not reflect recent registrations.)
4 Rounds at a time control of G/45;d5 (45 minutes with a 5 second delay)
3 Sections:
Notes on Sections:
Check in & Pay: 9:30 to 9:50 AM
(*Because we do not accept payment in advance, players not checked in by 9:50 am will NOT be paired in Round 1 –unless you notify us that you are on the way. If you are registered, but can no longer play, please let us know.)
Round Times:
Entry Fee: $20 CASH (no credit, no debit) upon arrival. Exact change is appreciated! Extra $10 play-up fee for those playing up.
Cash Prizes- Based on the number of entries. The prize list will be posted on-site, after the start of Round 1.
Limited Capacity of 70 players!
Register by filling out the form below.
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This is a rated tournament. Current US Chess membership required (https://new.uschess.org/join-us-chess.)
Please check that your membership is not expired before registering (https://ratings.uschess.org.) If you need help creating or renewing your US Chess membership, please email us (contact info is below.)
Notation is required. We provide notation sheets. You may also use your own notation book/ sheets or a USCF approved notation device. Please bring a pen or pencil.
If you don’t know how to notate, learn here: https://www.chesshouse.com/blogs/education/how-to-read-and-write-algebraic-chess-notation
Please bring a chess clock if you have one. The club has a limited supply. Chess sets are provided.
For those new to tournaments: Swiss means all players will play all 4 rounds, unless there is a requested bye (1/2 point) because you need to miss a round or an assigned bye (full point) due to uneven sections.
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For questions or problems registering, please email:
Dan Shafer (daniel_m_shafer@baylor.edu) or Deborah Shafer (dshaferchess@yahoo.com)
(For parents registering children, you may enter the parent email and phone number, but please enter the player’s name.)
Personal Information will not be shared. Only the player’s name, USCF ID, rating, and expiration date will be posted on the entry list.
All times are in Central Time (CT)
info@austin-chess.com
All times are in Central Time (CT)
info@austin-chess.com
Event Overview
The tournament features two main sections, one-day Novice and Scholastic sections, and a Blitz side event. All players in the Championship section must have a FIDE ID, and foreign players must disclose their FIDE ID prior to Round 1.
The Championship section will be FIDE-rated and played under FIDE rules. US Chess ratings and rules will be used for pairings and prize eligibility. The May 2026 US Chess rating supplement will be used. Texas Chess Association membership is required for all players, including those from out of state.
Championship: FIDE & US Chess rated, 7SS, G/90+30
Amateur: US Chess rated, 7SS, G/90+30
Scholastic (Saturday only): 5SS, G/25+10, K-12
Novice (Sunday only): 5SS, G/25+10, U1400
Championship: Open to players rated 2000 or above (US Chess regular or FIDE), or those who have previously held a 2000+ rating. National invitational representatives are allowed to play in the Championship.
Amateur: Open to players rated under 2000 and unrated players.
Scholastic: Open to K-12 players.
Novice: Open to all ages under 1400 US Chess rating.
Open to all US Chess and TCA members. Foreign titled players (GM, IM, WGM, WIM) do not need US Chess membership.
Championship & Amateur
$120 through May 1 (Early Bird)
$150 through May 20
$180 after May 20
$200 onsite (registration closes 1 hour before Round 1)
GMs and foreign IMs free entry in Championship section
Other Sections & Discounts
Seniors (65+): $20 discount (use code: STILLGOTIT)
Scholastic: $30 ($50 onsite)
Novice: $80 ($100 onsite)
Re-entry: $40 (Amateur section only, available before the start of Round 3)
* Unrated players may play in Amateur or Novice section; however, in the Novice section they may only win 50% of the prizes awarded. In the Amateur section, unrated players are eligible for the full prize awarded.
Championship: 1st $3000 / 2nd $1500 / 3rd $750; Top 2200-2399 $500; Top U2200 $500; Top Female $300
Amateur (U2000): 1st $1000 / 2nd $750 / 3rd $500; Top Class B $350; Top Class C $350; Top Class D $350; Top Female $300
Novice (U1400): 1st $500 / 2nd $350 / 3rd $170; Top U1200/Unr $170; Top Female $160
Scholastic: PRIM, ELEM, MS, HS – Trophies to 4+ points. Top 2 Teams per section.
Players in the Championship and Amateur sections who fail to appear within 30 minutes of round start forfeit the game unless the Chief TD otherwise provides for good cause. In all other sections, a player forfeits the game only if their time expires on the clock before they arrive.
Championship/Amateur Sections (G/90+30)
Round 1 Options
Friday, May 22 – 7:00 PM (4-day schedule)
Saturday, May 23 – 10:00 AM (3-day schedule)
Remaining Rounds
Saturday, May 23
3:00 PM – Round 2
7:00 PM – Round 3
Sunday, May 24
10:00 AM – Round 4
3:00 PM – Round 5
Monday, May 25
10:00 AM – Round 6
3:00 PM – Round 7
Scholastic (Saturday, G/25+10, 5 Round Swiss)
10:00 AM – Round 1
12:00 PM – Round 2
2:00 PM – Round 3
4:00 PM – Round 4
6:00 PM – Round 5
Novice (Sunday, G/25+10, 5 Round Swiss)
10:00 AM – Round 1
12:00 PM – Round 2
2:00 PM – Round 3
4:00 PM – Round 4
6:00 PM – Round 5
Up to two 1/2-point byes are available if requested before the end of round 2 and before receiving a full-point bye, but 1/2-point byes for both rounds 6 and 7 are not permitted.
Blitz: Friday 5/22/2026 7:30pm Blitz 5 Round Double Swiss G/3+2 time control. This is USCF rated. The entry fee is $30 ($50 onsite). Registration closes 1 hour before round 1. Regular rating will be used if you don’t have a Blitz rating. 2 sections Championship 1600+ and Reserve U1600.
Prizes (based on 20 entries): Championship: 1st $150, 2nd $75, Top U2000 $75; Reserve: 1st $125, 2nd $75.
All requests must be submitted through the form. Requests will not be accepted by email, text, phone, or in person; https://forms.gle/kC14F39Yp6NKo5Eb9
Chess sets provided; bring your own clock
Notation required
Food and drinks are not allowed in the playing hall. Water is the only exception.
No electronic devices (except necessary medical equipment and clocks) in Championship and Amateur. Players in other sections may use electronic notation devices endorsed by US Chess.
Only players whose game is in progress, tournament directors and staff, TCA officers, and press are allowed in the hall during rounds.
Refunds available until May 15, 12:00pm, subject to a $25 fee.
Only Texas residents are eligible for state champion titles. Players requiring accommodations due to disability or religious reasons should contact the organizer as soon as possible, preferably at least two weeks before the tournament.
Sheraton North Houston
15700 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston TX 77032
Reserve Rooms: https://tinyurl.com/3be5hwhm
https://www.kingregistration.com/event/81SA
admin@texaschess.org / Text: David Ortiz 832-908-5462
Registration link HERE
Overview
Join us in May Major Rated Chess Tournament! Sharpen your skills and compete with top players. Don’t miss out!
Description: This is a USCF rated swiss chess tournament open to all chess players. There will be 4 rounds with 3 sections all held on May 9th.1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.
LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
*One prize per person*
$1000 in Prizes
Three sections prizes.
(Championship) 1500+
• $300-$150
(Reserve) U1500
• $200-$100
(Novice) U1000
• $200-$100
Round times and Time Controls:
• All rounds G/40;d5
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1: 10:00am
• Rounds 2: 11:30am
• Lunch Break: 1:00pm
• Rounds 3: 2:00pm
• Rounds 4: 3:30pm
Entry fee: $50 if received before online before the tournament, $60 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free as well as first 3 experts (2000 USCF). Contact services.completechess@gmail.com
**All winnings will be sent via check. Please ensure your shipping address and the name for the check are accurately provided during the registration process.
**No refunds after May 2nd. All refunds will be charged a $7 processing and transaction fee.
A one-day tournament on May 9, 2026 offering G/24 with 5 sec. delay per move. 4 Round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $15.00 all. USCF membership required. Online registration and payment requested.
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. We suggest that scholastic players have reached a rating of 400 before participating. USCF membership must not expire before May 30, 2026.
We would like to start on-time. Please arrive early. Entries must be received and paid in full by 3:45pm. Online entry preferred.
Entry fee is $15/player. We would like the first round to begin at 4:00pm sharp. Doors open at 3:00pm, so please arrive early. Follow the signs to our meeting areas.
Equipment provided. We look forward to seeing you!
Location: entrance is at the back of the parking lot, up the stairway with the Austin Chess Club sign
3407 Red River St
Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area.
FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot);
go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms.
PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, including contact information, click here.
This slow swiss takes place over 4 weeks, with games on May 16th, 23rd, 30th, and June 6th. G/90 with 30 sec increment per move. 4 round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $20.00 all. Online registration and payment requested.
USCF membership must not expire before June 30, 2026.
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. The event has the potential to run late. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. One round may last upwards of 4 hours.
Last chance registration happens onsite 3:00-3:45pm on May 16th. No pre-registration for round 1 is necessary. Email pre-registration is accepted; however, online payment is preferred! If you email to register, you must show up and pay no later than 3:45pm! First round begins at 4pm. Please be on time! Participants who wish to enter the tournament late may email Austin Chess Club. Late entry must be made (emailed) before 10am on Saturday, May 23rd to secure a round 2 pairing.
Location:
The Upbring School of Arts and Sciences
3407 Red River St
Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area.
FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot);
go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms.
PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here.
Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/.
This slow swiss takes place over 4 weeks, with games on April 11th, 18th, 25th, and May 2nd. G/90 with 30 sec. increment per move. 4 round Swiss. Sections dependent on turnout. EF: $20.00. Online registration and payment requested.
USCF membership must not expire before May 31st 2026.
Austin Chess Club is a wonderful atmosphere for the mature, experienced chess player. The event has the potential to run late. Scholastic players are welcome, but expected to play quiet, serious chess. One round may last upwards of 4 hours.
Rounds 1 and 2 were on 4/11 and 4/18. Participants who wish to enter the tournament late may email Austin Chess Club to start with round 3 which will take place on 4/25. Late entry must be made (emailed) before 10am on Saturday 4/25 to secure a round 3 pairing.
Location:
School building next to St Paul Lutheran Church
3407 Red River St (enter on Luther Lane)
Austin TX 78705
Finding the club Click for picture of area.
FIND THE ENTRANCE: Enter the front parking lot of the school via Luther Lane (green line on photo). Find the elevator outside the building (marked on photo by green dot);
go up the stairs to enter via the door, follow the hallway until you find lit classrooms.
PARKING: Additional parking may be found at:
For more information about the Austin Chess Club, click here.
Please read the website before contacting us. Contact information is available at http://austinchessclub.com/.
Register at : https://austin-chess.com/events/
Early entry $40 through 4/12; Regular entry $50 4/13-4/19; Late entry $60 after 4/19
Players are allowed to play up within 100 rating points for a $0.50/point fee.
