Sunday Colonial Rapids

Our tournaments take place at our Morristown location, except on holidays. Each event follows a specific format, ensuring a fair and competitive experience for all participants. Below are the details.

♟ USCF Membership Required – Get yours here

MUST READ RULES - here

General Tournament Schedule

• Registration & Check-in: 1PM

• Pairings & Announcements: 1:15PM

• Round 1: 1:20PM | Subsequent Rounds: ASAP

• Event Ends: - 4:30PM (estimated)

• Format: 3-SS (Swiss System), G/30 +5 (Each player will play three games. Each player receives 30 minutes per game, plus another five seconds per move.)

• Sections: Under 1200 and Under 1800 rating sections.  The Under 1200 section requires at least 500 rating to enter. Lower-rated and unrated players may enter with the tournament director's permission.

• Total cash prize may vary based on participation.

• Sections: may vary based on participation.

• Games: Each competitor is guaranteed three rated games.

• Rounds: 3rounds

  Entry Fee

  • $33 Online (3 days before event) | $45 On-site (Late)

  • $20 for NJCC Students

  • FREE for Titled Players (NM & above, pre-registered but you must show up)

  • Re-Entry: $10 (½-point bye required)

    Prizes (Based on +30 Entries)

    🏆 1st Place: $60 | 🥈 2nd Place: $40 | 🥉 3rd Place: $30 + Prize
    (No player can win multiple prizes. Adjustments based on entries.)

    Event Rules & Details

    ✔ USCF Membership Required (Join at uschess.org or on-site)
    ✔ USCF Rated | Zero Tolerance for Late Arrivals
    ✔ ½-Point Bye Available (Limit 1, must request before Round 2)
    ✔ Bring Your Own Equipment (Limited sets/clocks available)
    ✔ No Outside Food/Drink (Strict)

Key Info

🎟 What to Bring: Clock & Chess Set (boards & scoresheets provided)

Clock (rentals available for $5 at checkout/onsite)
🚗 Free Street Parking