🏆 Morristown Quads
Compete in the Garden State's Premier Midweek Chess Tournament at the New Jersey Chess Club
Are you ready to test your skills across the board? The New Jersey Chess Club invites players of all levels to the Morristown Quads — a USCF Regular-Rated, 3-round round-robin tournament on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at our club location in downtown Morristown.
Whether you're chasing a rating bump, preparing for a weekend major, or just love the click of the clock on a summer afternoon, this is your event.
Event Snapshot
Date Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location New Jersey Chess Club
39 Maple Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
Format 3‑Round Quads (Round Robin)
Time Control G/30; d5
Sections OPEN & Under 1600
Entry Fee $35 early online / $45 on-site
Prizes $70 per quad winner
Rating USCF Regular Rated
What Is a Quads Tournament?
A Quads tournament groups players into pools of four (or occasionally three) by rating. Each player faces everyone else in their quad — three intense, high-stakes rounds. You get:
Guaranteed challenging games — every opponent is near your strength
No blowouts, no byes — competitive parity from round one
Fast pace — G/30; d5 means sharp, decisive chess in under an hour per game
Quads are ideal for improving players who want maximize meaningful play in a single afternoon.
Schedule
12:30 PM — Check-in & registration opens
12:55 PM — Pairings posted
1:00 PM — Round 1
~2:00 PM — Round 2
~3:00 PM — Round 3
~4:00 PM — Awards & wrap-up
New Jersey Chess Club — 39 Maple Ave, Morristown, NJ.
Schedule may shift slightly based on quad size.
Sections & Eligibility
OPEN Section
Open to all — no rating cap
For experts, class A players, and anyone wanting the toughest competition
USCF membership required
Under 1600 Section
For players rated under 1600 (or unrated)
Great stepping stone for novices, juniors, and club players building rating
USCF membership required
Quads are formed by rating within each section to ensure balanced pools.
Prizes & Entry Fees
Organized Fee Structure
Early online registration: $35
On-site registration: $45
Prize: $70 per quad winner
Every quad has a winner — and every winner takes home $70.
Parking & Location
📍 New Jersey Chess Club
39 Maple Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
Street parking available on Maple Avenue and surrounding streets (pay meter until 6 PM)
Morristown Parking Garage at 10 DeHart Street (one block away)
NJ Transit Morristown Station is a 5-minute walk — take the Morris & Essex line from Hoboken or NY Penn Station
Why Play at NJCC?
Founded in 2024, the New Jersey Chess Club has quickly become the hub for Garden State chess. We offer:
♙ Affordable lessons for beginners through advanced players
♘ Weekly tournaments (Quads, Swisses, Blitz, Scholastic)
♗ Casual meets — drop in, play, analyze
♖ Community programs for schools, seniors, and families
♔ A welcoming space for every competitive level
Our Morristown location at 39 Maple Avenue is clean, well-lit, and stocked with quality equipment. We're a USCF-affiliated club, so every rated game counts toward your official rating.
Upcoming Events at NJCC
EventDateFormatMorristown QuadsJuly 223-RR G/30Summer SwissJuly 294-SS G/60Blitz NightAugust 55-RR G/5
Check njchess.club for full calendar.
Final Tips for Quad Success
Know the tiebreaks — If two players tie, head-to-head result decides the quad winner.
Manage the clock — With G/30; d5, the increment kicks in after move 1. Don't blitz early; use your time on critical middlegame decisions.
Notate carefully — Every move is recorded. Clean notation helps with post-game analysis and any disputes.
Analyze between rounds — Use the break to review your game with your opponent. It's the fastest way to improve.
Have fun — Quads build camaraderie. You'll likely face players near your level in a friendly, focused atmosphere.
♟ Ready to Play?
Spots are limited. The $35 early rate is available online now. Walk-ins at $45 are welcome but cannot be guaranteed a board.
👉 Register Now at njchess.club/events/morristown-quads
📞 Questions? Call (201) 588-7022 or email info@njchess.club
