OVERVIEW
Unrated Practice Tournaments are a great way for students to get involved in tournament competition. These are low stress events where CCC staff replicate the tournament setting for students. There is no better place to start competing than our unrated tournaments.
This event is a qualifier for the Tournament of Champions, an invitation only event held on December 14, 2024. See more below.
WHERE
Charlotte Chess Center - North
10211 Prosperity Park Drive
Suite 230 (floor 2)
Charlotte, NC 28269
BASICS
Must be in Pre K - 8th Grade
This event is primarily for unrated players.
Players with US Chess ratings under 300 may compete
Players with US Chess ratings 300+ should enter rated events
Students may compete in both morning and afternoon schedules. Separate registrations required.
SCHEDULE
Morning Schedule
Suggested Arrival Time: 9:45am
Round 1: 10:00 am
Round 2: ASAP
Round 3: ASAP
Approximate end time: 11:30am - 11:45am
Afternoon Schedule
Suggested Arrival Time: 12:45pm
Round 1: 1:00 pm
Round 2: ASAP
Round 3: ASAP
Approximate end time: 2:30pm - 2:45pm
SECTIONS
Morning Grades K-2
Morning Grades 3-8
Afternoon Grades K-2
Afternoon Grades 3-8
TIME CONTROL
G/10
Players receive 10 minutes each to complete the game.
PRIZES
Medals Distributed Based on Score in the Tournament:
Gold Medal: 2.5 - 3.0 points
Silver Medal: 1.5 - 2.0 points
Bronze Medal: 0.0 - 0.5, or 1 point
All Gold Medalists Receive:
FREE US Chess membership
FREE CCC Rated Quad Entry
Invitation to the Tournament of Champions
ENTRY FEE
CCC members and students in CCC school programs*: $25.00
Non-members: $30.00
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*For students in our school programs, please check email for discount code.
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.
NOTES
Each event is limited to the first 42 entries, no exceptions.
Registration closes at 10:00am or when the capacity limit is reached.
All equipment provided.
Non-elimination - students play 3 games regardless of the outcome.
Great option for students easing their way into formal play.
Prize Criteria:
Free US Chess membership only given to students who are not already registered with US Chess.
Refunds: $5 fee for refunds before the event; $10 fee for same-day; no refund after event begins