New Jersey Summer Scholastic Championship 2026 || Correction*
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Amendment — 5/15/2026 — 5PM Price correction. $40 not $35
Entry fee starts at $40 before June 3. Chess sets, boards, and clocks provided. USCF membership required. Register online at https://www.njchess.club/events/njcc-spring-2026-scholastic-championship-k-12
THE NEW JERSEY CHESS CLUB ANNOUNCES THE 2026 NEW JERSEY SUMMER SCHOLASTIC CHAMPIONSHIP
MORRISTOWN, NJ — May 15, 2026 — The New Jersey Chess Club (NJCC) is proud to announce the 2026 New Jersey Summer Scholastic Championship, a one-day tournament that will crown the next generation of chess champions from across the Garden State. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Morristown Masonic Center, located at 39 Maple Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960.
The championship is a single-day, high-intensity competition designed for scholastic players from kindergarten through 12th grade. NJCC has set a minimum registration target of 120 competitors, each vying for the title of New Jersey Summer Scholastic Champion and the right to be recognized as a leading young mind in New Jersey chess.
Event Details:
What: 2026 New Jersey Summer Scholastic Championship
When: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Where: Morristown Masonic Center, 39 Maple Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960
Format: One-day tournament; multiple sections based on grade and rating
Eligibility: Open to all scholastic players (K–12)
Accessibility: The venue is fully handicap accessible
This championship represents a critical milestone in our mission to build the strongest scholastic chess ecosystem in the Northeast,” said a NJCC representative. “We are calling on every school, club, and family to bring their best players. A minimum of 120 competitors will battle for the Crown of New Jersey, and we expect nothing less than a fierce, unforgettable day of chess.
Registration and full event details, including section breakdowns, time controls, and entry fees, are available now through the New Jersey Chess Club.
About the New Jersey Chess Club
The New Jersey Chess Club is the premier organization dedicated to the promotion, organization, and elevation of competitive chess in New Jersey. From scholastic development to master-level competition, NJCC provides the infrastructure, instruction, and events necessary to grow the game at every level.
