Introducing
Scholastic Chess Tournaments
A special tournament series designed for scholastic players or children that are still relatively new to chess.

Will be updated soon...
14045 Ballantyne, Corporate Pl,
Ste 101, Charlotte 28277
Unrated
A Star is Born
For children under 13 who are not yet USCF Members. We recognize that the extra step of becoming a USCF member can be daunting to first-time players and we want to make the transition to rated tournament play easier.
Time Control: 30+0
3 Rounds
Top 3 Winners will get Trophies & FREE Annual USCF Membership (Value: $20)
USCF Rated
Express Challenge
For younger children (under-13 & under-1000 rating) that are excited about chess but still developing their patience and stamina. Games are relatively shorter, with 30 minutes per player per game. Guaranteed 3 USCF Rated games.
Time Control: 30+0
3 Rounds
Trophies for all players going 3-0 in the Express Section (Express Challenge).
USCF Rated
Deep Thinkers
This USCF rated tournament is open to everyone. A complete tournament for experienced players. With 4 rounds and 60 minutes per player per game, this section will surely engage the deep-thinking chess players.
Time Control: 60+0
4 Rounds
Championship trophies will be awarded to the top 3 players of the tournament.
Tournament Directors
Our expert coaches, certified tournament directors, will ensure a smooth and exciting tournament experience for all participants.
100+ quad tournaments conducted
1000+ participants enrolled

Archana Kolangara
Asst. Tournament Director (USCF Certified Tournament Director)
Agenda and Schedule
| A Star is Born (U-13 & UNRATED) |
Express Challenge (U-13 & U1000) |
Deep Thinker (Open) |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Round 1 | Round 1 | Round 1 |
| 11:15 AM | Round 2 | Round 2 | |
| 12:00 PM | Round 2 | ||
| 12:30 PM | Round 3 | Round 3 | |
| 01:30 PM | Award Ceremony | Award Ceremony | |
| 02:00 PM | Round 3 | ||
| 04:00 PM | Round 4 | ||
| 06:00 PM | Award Ceremony |
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