American Chess Events LLC and Unity Chess Club have decided to form a partnership under a common goal: To provide more tournament opportunities with consistent “Master-Level” competition, in order to further stimulate the progress and improvement of Arizona’s youth chess players. In an effort to promote more Adult Participation in the “Arizona Chess Scene”, we have decided to create “Unity Opens”. With cash prizes, we hope that every game will be extremely hard fought. For scholastic players wishing to protect their AIA and other Amateur statuses, prizes can be redeemed toward Unity chess products (including lessons, group sessions, and books). Seating is limited to 40 players for these events, so reserve your spot early. Enjoy!
When & Where:
Saturday, October 30th. Scottsdale Plaza Resort 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale Arizona 85250
Tournament Details:
4 Sections: Open (1800 and Up); Reserve (1300-1799); and Booster (U700-1299); and Pawn (Under 700). 4 Rounds, Time Control: Game in 60-minutes. If using 5-second time delay, then 55-minutes. Board and Sets provided, please bring your own clock.
Round Times:
Round 1 – 9am, Round 2 – 11:15am, Round 3 – 1:30pm, Round 4 – 3:45pm.
Entry Fee:
$25 by October 29th, $30 at site. Registration and check in by 8:45am Saturday morning.
Prize Fund:
Open Section: 1st place – $150, 2nd place – $75, 3rd place – $50, U2000 $50 (ALL OPEN PRIZES ARE GUARANTEED!!!).
Reserve Section: 1st place – $100, 2nd place – $70, 3rd place – $40, U1500 $40 (Based on 40 Full Paid Entries, if not then 50% of each prize guaranteed).
Booster Section: Trophies 1st-3rd place, U1000 1st and 2nd. Must score at least 1.5 points to receive a trophy.
Pawn Section: Trophies 1st-3rd place, must score at least 1.5 points to receive a trophy. Trophies for 1st -2nd place under 400 rating, must score at least 1 point to receive a trophy.
Additional Details:
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October 29th, 2010 at 1:45 am
Dear Mr. Pedram Atoufi,
My son, David Condon is looking forward to coming to your tournament this Saturday. He will need a bye for round 3. I believe you have already entered his same for this tournament free of charge. He is looking forward to the gift (chess book)