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Posted on February 9, 2023February 10, 2023 by Lori Balkum

2023 Spring Slammer (San Antonio)

USCF rated one day tournament aimed at players rated 1000+. Sponsored by the official US Chess Affiliate #A5011779 in San Antonio!

Date
March 11, 2023

Location
Tezel Clubhouse
Braun Station West
8630 Tezel Road
San Antonio, TX 78254

Rounds and Times

Four Rounds G/25,+10

Registration – 10am
Round times: 10:40am, 12:10pm, 1:30pm, 2:40pm.
May request 1/2 point bye before 3/8.
No 4th round byes allowed.
No re-entry.
USCF rated

More information

One Section.

Cash Prizes: (one Section) 1ST- $200.00, 2ND- $115.00, U2000- $80.00, U1700- $60.00, U1400- $45

(Guaranteed Prizes: 1ST- $150.00, 2ND- $100, 3RD- $50)

Advance registration is requested. Online registration available. Mail/direct payment instructions available as well.

Link to the form thru the event website.

Venue has kitchen, may bring own food and beverages!

Questions

For questions, please email
Senior TD Bryan Taylor, bryan_w_taylor@yahoo.com

Posted on January 28, 2023June 6, 2023 by Lori Balkum

San Antonio City Championship 2023

Description: This is a FIDE/USCF rated swiss chess tournament on June 9 – 11, 2023 (NEW DATE!!! rescheduled from 6/23-25) open to all chess players. There will be 5 rounds in total with 2 schedules offered. The two-day schedule will be on June 10th and 11th while the three-day schedule will be the 9th, 10th, and 11th. 1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes.

LIMIT 100 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.

Round times (Two day schedule):
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1, 2, & 3 starts promptly on June 10th at 10:00am, 2:00pm, and 6:00pm.
• Rounds 4 & 5 starts promptly on June 11th at 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Time controls (Two day schedule):
• Rounds 1 & 2: G/60;d5
• Rounds 3, 4, & 5: G/90+30 sec.

Round times (Three day schedule): ($30 re-entry Available)
• Registration at 5:00-5:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1 starts promptly on June 9th at 6:00pm.
• Rounds 2, & 3 starts promptly on June 10th at 2:00pm, and 6:00pm.
• Rounds 4 & 5 starts promptly on June 11th at 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Time controls (Three day schedule):
• All Rounds: G/90+30 sec

Entry fee: $50 if received before May 24th, $65 until the day of the event, and $75 on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye. Masters play for free if registered before Monday, May 22nd (entry fees deducted from winnings) (King & Adult members play for free. Knights get $10 off. Must register online. Entry fee deducted from winnings)
**Any cancellations that require a refund will be garnished with a $7 processing and transaction fee.

Sections and Prizes:
$3600 in prizes 100% guaranteed
One prize per person
MUST BE A SAN ANTONIO RESIDENT TO WIN THE TROPHY

Three Sections with class prizes.
(FIDE/Championship 1800+) *U1800 players must pay an extra $60 to compete in this section*
• 1st -$600 2nd-$300 3rd-$150
• Master(2200+): 1st -$200 2nd-$100
• Expert(2000-2199): 1st -$200 2nd-$100
• Class A(1800-1999): 1st -$200 2nd-$100

(Reserve U1800) *U1200 players must pay an extra $60 to compete in this section*
• 1st -$400 2nd-$250 3rd-$150
• Class C(1400-1599): 1st -$150 2nd-$75
• Top Class D/Unrated(U1400): 1st -$150 2nd-$75

(Novice U1200)
• 1st -$200 2nd-$125 3rd-$75

Direct link to event: https://completechesseducation.com/event/san-antonio-city-championship-2023/

Location:
Complete Chess
6391 De Zavala Rd, Ste 113
San Antonio, TX

Questions:
Contact Complete Chess (completechess@gmail.com) if you have questions about this event.

Posted on January 28, 2023January 28, 2023 by Lori Balkum

Southwest San Antonio Classic 2023

Description: This is a USCF rated 5-swiss chess tournament over the 1st weekend in February 2023 open to all chess players. There will be 5 rounds in total with 2 schedules offered. The two-day schedule will be on February 4th, and 5th while the three-day schedule will be the 3rd, 4th, and 5th. 1/2 point bye available for any round if notified before Round 2 is paired. No last round byes. Register online today! View a list of pre-registered players!

LIMIT 40 PEOPLE FOR THIS EVENT.

Location:
Complete Chess
526391 De Zavala Rd
Ste 113
San Antonio, TX 78249

Round times (Two day schedule):
• Registration at 9:00-9:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1, 2, & 3 starts promptly on February 4th at 10:00am, 2:00pm, and 6:00pm.
• Rounds 4 & 5 starts promptly on February 5th at 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Time controls (Two day schedule):
• Rounds 1 & 2: G/75;d5
• Rounds 3, 4, & 5: G/90+30 sec.

Round times (Three day schedule): ($30 re-entry Available)
• Registration at 6:00-6:45 am if not done online.
• Rounds 1 starts promptly on February 3rd at 7:00pm.
• Rounds 2, & 3 starts promptly on February 4th at 2:00pm, and 6:00pm.
• Rounds 4 & 5 starts promptly on February 5th at 10:00am and 2:00pm.

Time controls (Three day schedule):
• Rounds 1: G/90+30 sec
• Rounds 2: G/75;d5
• Rounds 3, 4, & 5: G/90+30 sec.

Entry fee: $40 if received online before the tournament $50 for on-site registration and may have to take 1st round bye.

Sections and Prizes:
*50% guaranteed in prizes based on 30 entries. 50% guaranteed payout.
One prize per person

Two section with class prizes.
(Championship) *U1600 players must pay an extra $50 to compete in this section*
• $200-100

(Reserve)
• Top Class C(1400-1599): $100
• Top Class D(1200-1399): $100
• Top Class E/Unrated (1000-1199): $100

*Any refunds will be deducted a $7 fee for processing and transaction fees*

Contact Complete Chess (completechess@gmail.com) if you have questions about this event.

Posted on January 28, 2023January 28, 2023 by Lori Balkum

2nd Annual Nathan’s Chess Tournament Fundraiser

Description:This is a fundraising tournament held on Sunday, February 26th with ALL proceeds going to support EKHLA students and their trip to Israel. There will be both Rated and Unrated (beginner/scholastic) sections along with food, concessions, vendors, silent auction, and lots of fun for all ages!

Location:
Congregation Agudas Achim
16550 Huebner Rd
San Antonio, TX 78248

Round times:
• 5 Rounds
• Rounds 1 starts at 12 PM

Time controls:
• Unrated (Beginner) G/15
• Rated G/30; d5

Sections:
Unrated
Rated (requires a current USCF membership)

Prizes and more:
Trophies for the top 3 in each section
And lots of exciting prizes for others, too!
Vendors, food, and fun for all ages
This event is for ALL ages and ALL experience levels
Fun for the WHOLE family!

Entry fee:
Register online today: https://completechesseducation.com/event/2nd-annual-nathans-chess-tournament/
Regular Register (Until February 25th) – $20 Unrated, $30 Rated Registration On Site)- $30 Unrated
On Site Registration (Registration On Site)- $30 Unrated $40 Rated

Donations are also gratefully received!

*Any refunds will be deducted a $7 fee for processing and transaction fees* Sorry no refunds after February 17th.

Questions:
Contact Jesse James Lozano of Complete Chess (completechess@gmail.com), [210] 393-3056 if you have questions about this event.

Posted on December 8, 2022March 21, 2023 by Lori Balkum

Martin Luther King Jr
Scholastic Chess Tournament

Martin Luther King Jr Scholastic Chess Tournament on Saturday, January 14, 2023

Unrated 5SS in 5 sections. Download the event flyer!

Sections
Grades (K-1) (2-3) (4-5) (6-8) (9-12)

Check In
Please check in 8:45 – 9:45 am
At check-in, line up to verify names entered.

5 Rounds
Round one 10:30 am (Rounds are one hour each)
Round one subject to change to ensure correct pairings

Registration Guidelines
Names must be emailed by January 10, 2023 to: Lexfierros@yahoo.com
Entry Fee is $ $10
Cash or checks must be made out to: ET Wrenn Middle School
Pay by Credit Card will be available on site

Walk ons will get a 1st round bye unless registered by 9:00 a.m. at site.
Bring your chess sets in case of large turnout

Parents/Sponsors
This is an all day tournament.
Please bring folding or lawn chairs since seating is very limited.

There will be lots of food and drinks available from the concession stand.
Lunch is included!
Please note you may play “up” a level, but your score may not be used for the overall team for your actual grade level.

Prizes
Individual Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in all sections.
Individual Medals thru 10th places in all sections.
Team Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in all sections.
*To be considered a team there must be at least 4 players from the same school all playing within the same section*

Please submit the following information:

Send registration to: Lexfierros@yahoo.com

Student Name: _____________________________

School/Organization Name_____________________________

Grade Level (circle one)

Primer (Pk-1) Primary (2-3) Elementary (4-5) Middle (6-8) High (9-12)

Posted on December 4, 2022December 17, 2022 by Lori Balkum

2022 Winter Open (San Antonio)

Date
December 17, 2022