OVERVIEW
A three round US Chess-rated tournament open to all scholastic (K-12) players. Quads, which group students in sections of 4 by their rating level, are a great way for students to get closer matchups for a more fun and competitive challenge.
This event is a qualifier for the Tournament of Champions, an invitation only event to be held in the Spring of 2025. Players who score 3/3 in their quad qualify to participate in the TOC.
WHEN
Every Friday Night!
Can't make Friday evenings? Great alternatives are:
Wednesday Action Quads (best for ratings 800+)
Sunday Action Quads (all ratings)
WHERE
Charlotte Chess Center - Main/South
10700 Kettering Drive, Unit E
Charlotte, NC 28226
REGISTRATION
Limited to first 62 to register. Registration must be completed online ahead of the event.
REQUIREMENTS
Ages 17 and under
Participants must be members of the US Chess Federation
US Chess is the governing body of chess in the US and conducts all of the rating calculations for players. Need a US Chess Membership? Purchase through the CCC and save!
ROUND TIMES
Round 1: 7:00pm
Round 2: ASAP
Round 3: ASAP
Approximate End Time: 9:00pm
TIME CONTROL
G/20; Increment 10
Each player receives 20 minutes plus a 10 second bonus each move to complete each game
HOW IT WORKS
Players must register weekly and in advance
3 US Chess regular and quick rated games every Friday night
Quad format - students placed into groups of 4 by their most current "live" US Chess regular rating to ensure closer matchups.
Each evening will be limited to the first 62 players to register
Entries are first registered, first served
Quads are for students (K-12) only
IMPROVE - Game Analysis and Blitz with CCC Head Coach, WFM Uthra Pakkiriswamy
PRIZES
Medal to winner of each quad
TOC QUALIFIER
This event is a qualifier for the Tournament of Champions, an invitation only event to be held in the Spring of 2025. Players who score 3/3 in their quad qualify to participate in the TOC.
CCC GRAND PRIX
Playing is learning! Did you know that the CCC has an internal grand prix which rewards you for playing? Play more and earn, explore CCC Grand Prix today!
ENTRY FEE
Players currently rated 1500+: FREE Entry (see special notes for details)
CCC Members: $17.50
Non-Members: $22.50
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CONTACT
For questions/concerns prior to the event email: events@charlottechesscenter.org
For contact during the event email (above) or call 980-265-1156
WITHDRAWAL
Please use this link if you have registered and would like to withdraw from this event.
SPECIAL NOTES
Must register weekly - first registered, first served
Great for students playing their first rated games
For more events including online options, please take a look at our event schedule
Quad players are not permitted to withdraw mid-event. Forfeiters will not be able to enter future CCC events.
Free Entry Policy
Free entry is offered to players who have a current live USCF rating of 1500+. No exceptions.
If you register for free but must cancel, email us to withdraw by 6:00pm - 1 hour before game.
Refund policy
$3 transaction fee until Thursday (one day before the event)
$5 transaction fee for same-day cancellations until 6:00pm
No refund for cancellations after 6:00pm