Calling all young chess prodigies from kindergarten to sixth grade! Are you ready to unleash your strategic smarts on a national stage? It’s time to polish your pawns and sharpen your tactics for the 2024 National Elementary (K–6) Championship in Columbus, Ohio!
This epic three-day battle (April 26th–28th) offers the ultimate test for young chess minds. Here’s what awaits you:
- Clash of the Titans: Face off against the brightest young chess players from across the country!
- Level Up Your Skills: Gain invaluable experience in a competitive yet supportive environment.
- Claim Chess Glory: Compete for national ranking and bragging rights amongst your peers.
Tournament Details
Date: April 26–28, 2024
Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215.
Time Control: Game/90 d10
Each player has 90 minutes to complete the game with a 10 second grace period each move.
Entry Fee: $80 postmarked or online by March 25, $100 postmarked or online by April 8, $130 online by April 15, and $180 after.
National Championship: The first-place individual and team in the K-6 Championship section, the K-5 Championship section, the K-3 Championship section and the K-1 Championship section, including ties, will be recognized as national champions.
Registration Details
Click here for online registration: https://secure2.uschess.org/webstore/tournament.php?wkevent=2024Elementary
- ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES 11AM EASTERN APRIL 25! NO EXCEPTIONS!
- NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION! NO EXCEPTIONS!
- DO NOT MAIL ANY REGISTRATIONS AFTER APRIL 8!
- $40 change fee for roster or section changes after April 8 or any on site changes.
For more information about the 2024 National Elementry (K–6) Championship, click here.
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