Pepe Le Pew Smelly, Stinky Swiss: January 4, 11, 18, 25

4-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600). Game/100;d5. USCF Rated. EF: $5.00. (One ½ Point Available for any round (except round four) if requested at least 2-days prior to round). TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.

Yearly membership is due so please plan to renew on January 4 ($10.00).

Jan. 27-28 53rd Northeastern Open

Hilton Garden Inn, 1355 W. 20th St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $85 920- 966-1300 (Mention Chess-Reserve Early). In 3 Sections, Open: 5SS, 35/90, SD/60 d5, EF: $40 by 1/23; $47 at site. $$b/30: $200-125. 1900-$110,1800-$100,1700-$100,1600-$90, U1600-$75. Rds.: 10-2: 30-7:30; 10-3. Reserve: 5SS, 35/90, SD/60 d5, Open to U1500. EF: $25 by 1/23; $32 on site. $$b/20: $70-50. 1200: $40; U1200-$40. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30; 10-3. Novice: 6SS, G/60 d5, Open to U1000. EF: $15 by 1/23; $22 at site. Prizes: Trophies to 1st-5th. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6:30;10-1. ALL: Reg: 1/27 - 8:45-9:30 am. One 1/2-point any Rd. Full-pt bye to 2100+ in Rd.1 if requested before Late Reg ends. Checks payable to Mike Nietman. ENT: Mike Nietman- Organizer, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719 608-467-8510 (before 1/26). INFO: Mike Nietman mike.nietman@charter.net. NEWCA Procedural Rules. W. A Heritage Event! US Chess Junior Grand Prix!

North Woods Snowmobiling Swiss: November 30 & December 7 & 14

3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600).
Game/100;d5. USCF Rated. EF: $5.00. (One ½ Point Bye
Available for any round (except round three) if requested at least
2-days prior to round). TD is Grochowski; ATD is Wainscott

Dec. 9-10 The Wisconsin Memorial

5SS, Rds. 1-3 G/120 d5. Rds. 4-5 40/120, SD/60 d5. Madison Marriott West, 1313 John Q. Hammons Dr., Middleton, WI 53562. HR: $96 + $4 Parking. Rate gtd until 12/1. 888-745-2032. EF: $30 (Juniors $25) by Dec. 5. $5 more later or on site. $$b/50 and 4 per class: $160-110. A - $90, B - $80, C - $70, D - $60, E - $50, U1000 - $40, Unr - $40. Upset $50. Reg.: 9-9:30 AM 12/9. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30; 10-3:30. ENT: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719, 608-467-8510. INFO: mike.nietman@charter.net. www.wischess.org. WI Chess Tour Event. W. US Chess Junior Grand Prix!

Nov. 24-26 2017 North Center Open/Martz Memorial

6-SS. TC: Rds. 1-4, 6 45/2, SD/1 d5 Rd. 5 G/120 d5. America’s Best Value Inn, 809 Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-834-6611. HR: $54.95 one bed, $64.95 two beds. Reg.: 10:30-11:30. Rds.: 12-6, 10-5, 10-3. EF: $40 if received by 11/22, $45 at site. $$ b/50 1st $400 +traveling trophy, 2nd $250, 3rd $160, A $140, B $130, C $120, D $110, E $100, U1000 $90. Ent: Guy Hoffman, 1305 D Tompkins Dr., Madison, WI 53716-3279. Checks payable to WCA. 920-279-0701, schachfuhrer@hotmail.com. A Wisconsin Tour event. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Grand Prix Points: 6

Milwaukee Park System Swiss: October 26 & November 2, 9, 16

Four Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600).  Game/100;d5.  USCF Rated.  EF:  $5.00.  (One ½ Point Bye Available for any round (except round four) if requested at  least 2-days prior to round).  TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.

Nov. 4-5 WCA Veteran’s Tournament/2017-2018 Wisconsin Junior Open

VETS:
5SS, G/120 d5. Gruenhagen Conference Center, UW-Oshkosh, Corner of High and Osceola St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $40 (dorm room) 920-424-1106. Open to Age 18 and over. EF: $25 by 10/31; $30 at site. $$b/40 and 3 per class: $175-105. A-$85; B-$75; C-$60; D-$50; E/Unr-$50. Reg.: 11/4 8:45-9:30 A.M. Rds.: 10:15-2:30-7:15; 10:00-3:00. Held in conjunction with the WI Junior Open but in a separate room. ENT: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719. INFO: Mike Nietman, 608-467-8510 (evenings before 11/3) mike.nietman@charter.net. www.wischess.org. W.

JUNIOR:
Gruenhagen Conference Center, UW-Oshkosh, Corner of High and Osceola St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $40 Full Service, $30 Student Service; (dorm room) 920-424-1106. 2018 Denker/Barber/NGTOC qualifier; Open to youth born after 11/4/1996. In 5 Sections, Open: EF: $17 in advance by 10/31; $22 at site. Trophies: Top 5, Top 2 each 1600, 1500, 1400, 1300, 1200, 1100 and top 3 Under 1100 and Unrated. Girl's Junior Open: EF: $17 in advance by 10/31; $22 at site. Trophies: Top 6. Reserve (U1100 or Unrated): EF: $17 in advance by 10/31; $22 at site. Trophies: Top 5, Top 2 each 900, 800, 700, 600, 500 and Under 500 and top 3 Unrated. Non-Rated Beginner's Grade 7-12: Open to Grades 7-12. EF: $16 in advance by 10/31; $21 at site. Trophies: Top 5 and top 3 Grade 7-9. Non-Rated Beginner's Grade K-6: Open to Grades K-6. EF: $16 in advance by 10/31; $21 at site. Trophies: Top 5 and top 3 Grade K-3. ALL: 5SS, G/120 d5. Reg.: 11/4 8:45-9:30 A.M. Rds.: 10:15-2:30-7:15; 10:00-3:00. ENT: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI 53719. INFO: Mike Nietman, 608-467-8510 (before 11/3) mike.nietman@charter.net. www.wischess.org. W. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! A State Championship Event!

Botanical Gardens Blooming Action: October 19

3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5). USCF Rated.
EF: $5.00. (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior
to round). TD is Grochowski; ATD is Wainscott.

Hales Corners Challenge XXVI

Oct 14, 2017                              10 Grand Prix Points                      Oconomowoc, WI

4SS, G/60;d6. 2 Sections: Open & Reserve (under 1600).
Olympia Resort Hotel, 1350 Royale Mile Rd., Oconomowoc, WI 53066; 1-800-558-9573 (mention Southwest Chess Club for $99 room rate).

EF: $40-Open, $30 Reserve, both $10 more after October 12.  Comp EF for USCF 2200+.

$$GTD: Open: 1st-$325, 2nd-$175, A-$100, B & below-$75; Reserve: 1st $100, 2nd $75, D-$50, E & below $40. 

Goddesschess Prizes in Addition to Above Prizes:

Goddesschess prizes for females and males in addition to above prizes:  For Females:" Open: $50 per win/$25 per draw; Reserve: $20 per win/$10 per draw; Perfect Score Prizes for Females: $80 in Open/$40 in Reserve; Don McLean Award for Top Finishing Male in each Section: $100 in Open/$50 in Reserve.

Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6.

Questions to Chris Wainscott (414-839-5232, after 5:30 pm), or e-mail: chris.wainscott13@outlook.com.

Entries to: Robin J. Grochowski, 3835 E. Morris Ave., Cudahy, WI 53110, (414-861-2745), e-mail: rgrochowski@wi.rr.com.

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USCF Rating Results


PHOTOS of Round 3 action: 

Point Lighthouse Lightning Swiss

Point Lighthouse Lightning Swiss: September 21, 28 & October 5 & 12

G/100;d5. 4-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600). 

Game/100;d5.  USCF Rated.  EF:  $5.00.  (One ½ Point Bye Available for any round (except round four) if requested at least two days prior to the round.

REMINDER: Club policy requires that if a player fails to inform the Tournament Director that they will be unable to play their assigned game, they will have $5 added to the days prior to round).  TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.

Miller Park Sausage Race Action - September 14

3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5). USCF Rated.
EF: $5.00. (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior
to round). TD is Grochowski; ATD is Wainscott.

Sept. 23-24 Greg Knutson Memorial

5-SS, TC rds. 1-3 G/120 d5, rds. 4-5 45/2 d5, SD/1 d5. Howard Johnson’s, 3841 East Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53704, 608-244-2481. HR: $79 1-4 guests includes breakfast buffet. Ask for chess tournament. Reserve by Sept 8. Reg.: 9-9:30. Rds.: 10, 2:30, 7:30; 10, 3:30. EF: $25 if received by 9/21, $30 at site. $$ $1000 GTD. 1st $200, 2nd $165, 3rd $135, A $100, B $90, C $80, D $70, E $60, U1000 $50, Unr $50. Entries: Guy Hoffman, 1305D Tompkins Dr., Madison, WI 53716-3279. Schachfuhrer@hotmail.com Phone: 920-279-0701. WI Chess Tour Event, US Chess Junior Grand Prix!, US Chess Grand Prix Points: 10

Sultry Summer Riverwalk Swiss: Aug. 17, 24, 31 & Sept. 7

4-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600).  Game/100;d5. 
USCF Rated.  EF:  $5.00.  
(One ½ Point Bye Available for any round (except round four) if requested at least 2-days prior to round).                  TD is Robin Grochowski; ATD is Chris Wainscott.

Sept. 2-4 Marshall Rohland Memorial/WI Closed Championship

Country Inn & Suites, 1250 S. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, WI 53005, (262) 782-1400. HR: $99. Mention chess tournament. Open to WI residents, former champions, and students in WI schools. GM Josh Friedel and NM Erik Santarius are playing in this event! EF: 3 sections, Premier: $65 by Aug 30, comp entry to masters by Aug 1st. $70 at site. Reserve (U1800): $30 by Aug 30, $35 at site. Novice (U1000): $20 by Aug 30, $25 at site. $$ Premier b/35: 1st (guaranteed) $600 + traveling trophy, 2nd 300, 3rd 200, A $160, U1800 $160. Reserve b/30: $150 + trophy, 100, trophies to C, D, U1200. Novice: $50 + trophy, trophies to 2nd, U700, U500. Overall: $50 Kittsley upset prize. TC: Premier and Reserve: 40/90, SD/30, All with 30 seconds increment. Novice G/60 d5. Rds.: Premier/Reserve: Sat 12-6, Sun 10-5, Mon 10-3:30. Novice: Sun 10-1-3:30-6. Reg.: Pemier/Reserve Sat 1030-1130. Novice Sun 830-930. Entries checks payable to WCA: Ben Corcoran, 2711 N. University Dr. #64, Waukesha, WI 53188. Questions: Ask for Ben (262) 506-4203 or benzochess@gmail.com. 1/2 point bye available in any round. WI Chess Tour Event. US Chess Junior Grand Prix!

Miller Park Sausage Race Action Swiss: September 14

3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5).  USCF Rated. 
EF: $5.00.  (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior to round).  
TD is Robin Grochowski; ATD is Chris Wainscott.

Aug. 19 7th BC Open!

4SS. G/60 d5. USCF rated (Dual rated). To obtain USCF membership, see www.uschess.org. Country Inn & Suites, 1250 S. Moorland RD., Brookfield, WI. Prizes: Non-monetary; Books, DVD's. 3 Sections: Open, U1600, U1000. EF: (All) $20 by 8/17 ($25 at site). Reg.: 8:30-9:30; 1/2 point bye if registered after 9:30. Rds.: 10:00; 1:00; 3:30; 6:00. Mail entries to Benjamin Corcoran, 2711 N. University Dr. #64, Waukesha, WI 53188. Q&A's (262) 506-4203 and ask for Ben or benzochess@gmail.com. Info: benzochess.com.

Third Ward Wandering Action Swiss: August 10

 3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5). USCF Rated.

 EF: $5.00. (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior

 to round). TD is Grochowski; ATD is Wainscott.

The Joe Crothers Memorial Southwest Chess Club Championship: June 29; July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3

6-Round Swiss in One Section. Game/100;d5. USCF Rated. EF: $7.00 (must be a member to participate). SWCC Membership $5 (can join prior to first round). (Two ½ point byes available in rounds 1 through 5 if requested at least 2-days in advance; no byes available for round 6.)
TD is Chris Wainscott; ATD is Robin Grochowski.

Note: in memory of Sheldon Gelbart, the following "Sheldon Gelbart Memorial Prizes" are included (thanks to a donation): 6 Class prize: Master/Expert -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E each for $10). There will also be trophies and T-shirts given out as prizes.

July 8-9 41st Annual Green Bay Open

Radisson Hotel, 2040 Airport Dr., Green Bay, WI 54313. 5SS, 40/95, 30/1, SD/30 d5. EF: $46, Juniors under 19 $41, if rec’d by 7/3, all entries after 7/3 including phone, email & in person are $9 more! $$ (Top 2 Gtd. 6 per class) $2025 Cash + 6 trophies! 1st $420 + trophy; 2nd $235, X $155; 1900’s & 1800’s $145 each; 1700’s & 1600’s $140 each; 1500’s & 1400’s $135 each; 1300’s & 1200’s $130 each; Under 1200/Unrated $115. Trophies to top Juniors ages 17-18, 15-16, 13-14, 11-12, 10 & under. Reg.: 8:45-9:25am. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30; 10-3:30. HR: $99/$99/$109/$119 call 920-494-7300 mention chess tournament. Room block held to 6/16. Other Info: 1/2 bye avail. Rds. 1, 2 or 3 if req’d w/entry. WCA Tour Event. Entries & Inquiries to: Luke Ludwig, 2191 Allouez Ave., Green Bay, WI 54311. 920-465-9859, email: lukealudwig@aol.com. W. A Heritage Event! US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Grand Prix Points: 10

WI State G/60 6/25/17

A State Championship Event!
June 25, WI G/60 State Championship

4SS, G/60 d5. 3 Sections: Open, Reserve (under 1600) & Novice (under
1000.)

Country Inn & Suites, 1250 S. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, WI 53005,
(262) 782-1400.

EF: $40-Open, $30-Reserve, $20 Novice all $5 more after
June 23. Comp EF for USCF 2200+.

$$: Open (b/30): 1st-$325,
2nd-$175, A-$120, U1800 $120; Reserve (b/25): 1st-$100, 2nd-$75,
U1300 $50; Novice: 1st Place $50 Trophies to 1st in each section plus
2nd and top U700 in Novice.

Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6.

Entries/Questions to: Mike Nietman, 2 Boca Grande Way, Madison, WI
53719, mike.nietman@charter.net This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , 608-467-8510 (before 6/25). WI Chess
Chess Tour Event

Motivation Motorcycle Action Swiss 6/15/2017

Motivation Motorcycle Action Swiss: June 15 3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5).  USCF Rated.  EF: $5.00.  (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior to round).  TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.

Milwaukee Summer Challenge VI - June 10-11

Master/Expert Section (open only to 2000 and above) 4SS, G/90+30, EF $40; rounds Sat 10, 3:30; Sun 10, 3; $$GTD: 1^st=$300, 2^nd=$200, 3^rd=$100;  

TROPHIES PLUS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10

Under 2000 Section 5SS, G/120,d5, EF $40; rounds Sat 10, 2:30, 7 and Sun 10, 3; $$GTD: 1^st=$150, U1500=$80

Under 1000 Section 4SS, G60,d5, EF $25; rounds (Sat only) 10, 1, 3:30, 6; $$GTD: 1^st=$50

Goddesschess prizes for Females in addition to above prizes:  Open: $50 per win/$25 per draw; U2000: $25 per win/$15 per draw; U1000: $10 per win/$5 per draw.

Reg: 8:30-9:30, EF: $10 more in each section after June 9; Olympia Resort Hotel, 1350 Royale Mile Rd., Oconomowoc, WI; 1-800-558-9573; (Mention Southwest Chess Club for $99 room rate).

ENTRIES TO: Robin Grochowski, 3835 E Morris Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110 or rgrochowski@wi.rr.com.  Questions to: TD Chris Wainscott 414-839-5232.

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June 13-18 Wisconsin International Chess Festival

9SS, 40/90, SD/30, 30 sec/move increment. Open to all. GM & IM norms possible, satisfies FIDE requirement that one GM norm be in an event with only one round per day for a minimum of 3 days. Directed by FIDE arbiter Glenn Panner and Jim Hodina. FIDE rated. Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 3841 East Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53704. Free parking. Free internet. Free breakfast. Many restaurants within walking distance. $8,000 guaranteed prize fund: $3,000-$2,000-$1,000-$500-$500, top FIDE Under 2450/Unr $500, top FIDE Under 2250 $500. Minimum prize guarantees: $500 to foreign GMs (first five to enter), $100 to all other foreign FIDE rated players (all must complete all 9 rounds with no byes). EF: GMs free, no deduction from prizes; IMs $159, FIDE 2200+ $249, FIDE u2200 $299, FIDE unrated $349; $50 more after May 15th, $100 more after June 5th. All players must confirm arrival by 4pm on June 13th in order to be paired for round one. Schedule: on-site registration ends at 4pm on June 13th, rds. Tue 6pm, Wed-Thu-Fri 11am & 6pm, Sat-Sun 11am. Blitz on Sat at 7pm with $500 minimum prize fund. Byes: Two half point byes available (must commit before round 2), no norms possible with byes. HR: $79 if reserved by June 1st (mention CHESS), 608-244-2481. Ent: www.wisconsinchessfestival.com or make the check payable and send to: Wisconsin Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace #1, Brookfield, WI 53005. $20 service charge for refunds. Questions: www.wisconsinchessfestival.com, abetaneli@hotmail.com, 608-334-2574. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Grand Prix Points: 120

May 20-21 Arpad Elo Open

Chula Vista Resort, 2501 River Rd., Wisconsin Dells, WI. HR: $85 mention chess 855-388-4782. 5SS Open: EF $45 received by May 18, $50 at site. $$b/25: $400, $250, A $150, U1800 $140. Reserve (U1800): EF $30 received by May 18, $35 at site. $$b/25: $125, $100, C $75, D $75, U1200 $75. TC: Rd1: G/90 d5. Rds. 2-5: 30/90. SD/60, d5. Rds.: 10, 2, 7:30; 10, 3:30. Registration: 9-9:30. Ent: Guy Hoffman, 1305 D Tompkins Dr., Madison, WI 53716-3279. Info: 920-279-0701 www.wischess.org, schachfuhrer@hotmail.com. A WI Tour event. W. US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Grand Prix Points: 6

Bridge to Nowhere Blitz: May 11

Round-robin in one or more sections (depending on number of players).
Game/3 minutes;+2 second increment. USCF Blitz-Rated. EF: $5.00.
TD is Becker; ATDs re Wainscott/Grochowski

Dominating Three Dome Swiss: May 18, 25, June 1, 8

4-Round Swiss in One Section Game/100;d5.

USCF Rated. EF: $5.00. (One ½ Point Bye Available for any round
(except round four) if requested at least 2-days prior to round).

 

TD is Grochowski; ATD is Wainscott

Wavy Waves Lake Michigan Swiss: April 13, 20, 27 & May 4

4-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600). Game/100;d5.
 

USCF Rated. EF: $5.00. (One ½ Point Bye Available for any round
(except round four) if requested at least 2-days prior to round).

 

TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski

Hales Corners Challenge XXV - April 22

USCF Grand Prix Points: 10.   

Chess Magnet School Junior Grand Prix.   

Wisconsin (WCA) Tour Event. 

4SS, G/60;d6. 2 Sections: Open & Reserve (under 1600).  Olympia Resort Hotel, 1350 Royale Mile Rd., Oconomowoc, WI 53066; 1-800-558-9573 (mention Southwest Chess Club for $99 room rate).   EF: $40-Open, $30-Reserve, both $5 more after April 20.  Comp EF for USCF 2200+. $$GTD: Open: 1st-$325, 2nd-$175, A-$100, B & Below-$75;  Reserve: 1st-$100, 2nd-$75, D-$50, E & Below-$40.

Goddesschess prizes for Females in addition to above prizes:  Open: $50 per win/$25 per draw; Reserve: $20 per win/$10 per draw; Perfect Score Prize for Females: $80 in Open/$40 in Reserve;

Reg.: 8:30-9:30. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6.   Entries/Questions to: Robin Grochowski, 3835 E. Morris Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110; 

rgrochowski@wi.rr.com; 414-861-2745

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Melting Ice Action X: April 6 (1-night)

3-Round Swiss in Two Sections (G/25;d5 and G/24;d5)
USCF Rated*.     EF: $5.00.    
 (½ Point Bye available for only first round if requested prior to round).
TD is Wainscott;  ATD is Grochowski.
*(G25;d5 affects your Regular and Action ratings;
   G/24;d5 does not affect your Regular rating)

Blooming Botanical Garden Spring Swiss: Mar. 9, 16, 23 & 30*

4-Round Swiss in Two Sections (Open and U1600).
Game/100;d5. USCF Rated. EF: $5.00. (One ½ Point Bye
Available for any round (except round four) if requested at least 2-
days prior to round). TD is Grochowski; ATDs are Fogec/Wainscott.
*NOTE! On March 30 we will meet at St. James Church(Parish Building), 7219 S. 27
th Street (south of Rawson), Franklin, WI)

Mar. 11 Waukesha Memorial (36th Annual) & Rated Beginner Open (RBO)

A Wisconsin Tour Event! 4SS. G/60 d5. USCF rated (Dual rated).; Country Inn & Suites, 1250 S. Moorland Rd., Brookfield, WI (1-262-782-1400) Exit 301(AB) from I-94. $$Non-monetary; traveling trophy to First, books for class winners. Open to all. EF: $15 by 3/10 ($20 at site). Reg.: 8:00-9:15; 1/2 point bye if registered after 9:15; groups of 4 or more must pre-register; pre-registrants check in by 9:30 to assure pairing. Rds.: 10:00; 1:00; 3:30; 6:00. No state memb. req'd. OSA. Mail entries to: Waukesha CC. 1911 Stardust Dr., Waukesha, WI 53186. Phone Info: Jim Nickell (262) 544-6266. Online info: jnickell@wi.rr.com. Rated Beginner Open (RBO): Open to players rated under 1200 or unrated. Prizes: Trophies to top 3, book prizes for class winners. A Heritage Event!

Winter Blitzzard XI: March 2

Winter Blitzzard XI on Thursday, March 2 is a Round-robin in one or more sections (depending on number of players). Game/3 minutes;+2 second increment.  USCF Blitz Rated.  EF: $5.00.  TD's are Robin Grochowski and Tom Fogec

2017 WI Action State Chess Championship - March 4th, 2017

2017 Wisconsin Action Chess State Championships (Open and Scholastic)   Saturday, March 4th   PLAYING SITE: Shorewood Hills Elementary School, 1105 Shorewood Blvd, Madison WI 53705   SECTIONS: Open section is open to everyone (must be a US Chess member as this is a rated event). Scholastic section is open to K-12 players and is very beginner-friendly (not rated).   ROUNDS: everyone plays four games, there is no elimination. Time control is 30 minutes (with 5 sec delay) per game for each player. Late registration and check-in is at 9:00-9:30am. Rounds are at 10am, 11:30am, 1:15pm, and 2:30pm. Award ceremony is shortly after 3:30pm   PRIZES: Open section offers $600 in cash prizes (based on 30 participants). Scholastic section offers 20 individual trophies and 5 team trophies. All winners are recognized as State Champions. ENTRY: $30 for Open, $25 for Scholastic if received by March 1st ($10 more if enter afterwards). Please include grade and school name if entering Scholastic section. Make checks payable and mail to: WI Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace #1, Brookfield WI 53005   QUESTIONS: abetaneli@hotmail.com This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , 608-334-2574

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Bountiful Bed and Breakfast Quad: February 9, 16* & 23

3-Round “Round-Robin” (a “Quad”).  Four chess players to a Quad.  Game/100;d5.  USCF Rated.  EF:  $5.00.  TD is Fogec; ATDs are Grochowski/Wainscott. *NOTE!  On February 16 we will meet at St. James Church (Parish Building), 7219 S. 27^th Street (south of Rawson), Franklin, WI).