Chess at the Y: May Quadrangular Tournament

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Description

Join us for casual games and competitive play, welcoming all ages and skill levels!

Event: Spring Chess Quadrangular Tournament
Details: We form groups of four players of similar strengths. Each person plays the other three in a quick, 3-round mini tournament. Each game is 15 minutes per side with a 10 second increment. Rounds 2 and 3 happen as soon as each player becomes available. Allow at least a 10 minute break between games.

Schedule:
9:00am - Check in, setup and puzzle discussion
9:30am - CHECK-IN ENDS and quad groups are finalized
10:00am - Round 1
11:00am - Latest start time for Round 2
12:00pm - Latest start time for Round 3

Arrive no later than 9:30am or you will not be assigned a quad group.

Tie Breaks:
Sonneborn-Berger method applied in the case of a tie score.

Entry Fee:
$10 per person.

Prizes:
Each quad champion wins $20. *USCF membership required to be eligible for prize. An unrated section will be formed for non-USCF members.

Parking & Accessibility:
Metered on-street parking available, but limited. Parking garage is one block away at 2-98 Plaza Dr in Manchester. Elevator from street level is available. Ring buzzer for assistance. Chess event is on the second floor.

Additional Information:
Some spare equipment is available to borrow. Bringing your own board and clocks is strongly encouraged. Snacks available at vending machines, or bring your own.

Newsletter & Contact Info:
Sign up for weekly email updates by going to https://queencitychessnh.wixsite.com/chess.
Questions? Email Eric at QueenCityChessNH@gmail.com, or text or call (929) 900-4226.


Program details

Branch:
YMCA of Downtown Manchester
Location:
Studio A, YMCA of Downtown Manchester
Availability:
Open
Status:
Active
Date:
Sat, May 3 2025
Time:
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Gender:
Any
Ages:
None
Days Offered:
Sat
Registration:
Mar 20 2025 to May 3 2025