Hales Corners Challenge XXIX - April 13, 2019 (Saturday, one day)

Update!  Tournament rating results here: 
https://www.uschess.org/msa/XtblMain.php?201904138152.0

Several photos at bottom of post, thanks to Al Buschmann, Steve Etzel, and Allen Becker


US Chess Grand Prix Points: 10
A Wisconsin Tour event!
4SS, G/60;d6. 2 Sections: Open & Reserve (under 1600).

Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport, 6401 S 13th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53221, 414-764-5300.

EF: $50-Open, $40 Reserve, both $10 more after April 11. Comp EF for USCF 2200+.  
On-line registration at https://onlineregistration.cc/WICA/HCChallengeApril2019

$$GTD: Open: 1st-$325, 2nd-$175, A-$100, B & below-$75;
Reserve: 1st $100, 2nd $75, D-$60, E & below $50. 

Goddesschess 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.

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 Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110, (414-861-2745), e-mail: rgrochowski@wi.rr.com.

FLYER

Rolling Rock Rook Rollicking Swiss: February 21, 28, and March 7, 14*

Rolling Rock Rook Rollicking Swiss: February 21, 28, and March 7, 14*

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 - Robin Grochowski;  ATD - Chris Wainscott.

 *March 14 we will meet at St. James Church (Parish Building), 7219 S. 27th Street (south of Rawson), Franklin, WI

Reminder: March 21 and March 28 we meet at the St. James Catholic Church

Remember, on March 21 and 28 we will be meeting at:

St. James Church (Parish Building)
7219 S. 27th Street (south of Rawson), Franklin, WI



Updated Club Schedule:    http://www.southwestchessclub.com/Calendar.pdf

Mar. 9 Waukesha Memorial (38th Annual)/ Rated Beginners Open (RBO)

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 3/08 ($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.  A Heritage Event!  A Wisconsin Tour Event!

RBO: Open to players rated under 1200 or unrated. Prizes: Trophies to top 3, book prizes for class winners. EF: $15 by 3/08 ($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.   

Both Events: Mail entrs to Waukesha CC, 1911 Stardust DR., Waukesha, WI 53186. Phone Info: Jim Nickell (262) 544-6266. Online info: jnickell@wi.rr.com. 

2019 WI Quick and Blitz Chess Championships 3/02/19

2019 WISCONSIN QUICK CHESS AND BLITZ STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 

Saturday, March 2 

PLAYING SITE: Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Madison (3841 East Washington Ave, Madison WI 53704; 608-819-6298) 

QUICK CHESS: four rounds with time control of G/25 plus 3 second increment per move. This event is Quick Rated, but regular ratings will be used for pairings and prizes. Accelerated pairings may be used. Late registration: 9:00-9:30am. Rounds: 10:00am, 11:15am, 12:45pm, 2:00pm 

BLITZ: ten games (5 double rounds) with time control of G/3 plus 2 second increment per move. This event is Blitz Rated, but regular ratings will be used for pairings and prizes. Late registration: 3:00-3:15pm. Rounds: 3:30pm and then ASAP 

PRIZES: $600 (b/30) for each event: $200-$100 and $300 in class prizes with 5-8 players per class 

ENTRY: for each event: $30 by February 25th, $35 by March 1st, $40 at site. Please include your name, contact email and phone number, and which event you are entering. PayPal (preferred): log in, choose “send money” option selecting to send to abetaneli@hotmail.com, pick “sending to a friend” and enter the appropriate amount) Checks (please do not send after February 25th): Wisconsin Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace #1, Brookfield WI 53005 QUESTIONS: abetaneli@hotmail.com is best, 608-334-2574 (texting works better than calling)

2019 Quick Chess Scholastic Championship 3/02/19

2019 QUICK CHESS SCHOLASTIC CHAMPIONSHIP 

Saturday, March 2 

ELIGIBILITY: K-12 students are eligible. This is a very beginner-friendly event, so new players are encouraged to participate. Experienced tournament players may want to choose the Open section (see separate flyer). 

PLAYING SITE: Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Madison (3841 East Washington Ave, Madison WI 53704; 608-819-6298) 

PRIZES: 20 individual trophies based on age and 5 team trophies. Every participant receives chocolate. 

SCHEDULE: everyone plays four games, there is no elimination (you can skip some games if needed). Late registration is 9:00-9:30am. Round times: 10:00am, 11:15am, 12:45pm, 2:00pm. Award ceremony/chocolate party begins shortly after the last round. 

ENTRY: $25 by February 25th, $30 by March 1st, $40 at site. Please include player’s name, grade, name of the school, as well as contact email and phone number. PayPal (preferred): log in, choose “send money” option selecting to send to abetaneli@hotmail.com, pick “sending to a friend” and enter the appropriate amount. Checks (please do not mail after February 25th): Wisconsin Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace #1, Brookfield WI 53005 QUESTIONS: abetaneli@hotmail.com is best, 608-334-2574 (texting works better than calling)

Club closed THIS Thursday (Valentine's Day) - next event starts February 21st !

We won't meet this Thursday, but please join us for our next event, starting February 21st!


Rolling Rock Rook Rollicking Swiss: February 21, 28, and March 7, 14* 

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; ATD is Wainscott.

 *March 14 we will meet at St. James Church (Parish Building), 7219 S. 27th Street (south of Rawson), Franklin, WI

King Kicking Icehouse Action Swiss: February 7 (one-night event)

3-Round Swiss - choice of Two Sections:

G/25;d5 {dual-rated} (affects your Regular rating and Action rating)  
or
G/24;d5 {action-rated} (only affects your Action rating)

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.

CLUB CLOSED - January 31st - (severe weather)

Due to the severe cold weather, we're closing the club this week (Thursday, January 31).

Round 5 won't be held.

We will have an Action event next Thursday (Feb. 7).

Pabst Pawn Prowling Swiss: January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

NOTE!  Club closed this Thursday, January 31st, due to cold weather.  There won't be a Round 5.  We will have an Action event on Feb. 7 (as the schedule shows).
 

5-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 five) if requested at least 2-
days prior to round).  TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.

(Note:  we are collecting yearly membership dues on January 3).

Jan. 26-27 54th Northeastern Open

Hilton Garden Inn, 1355 W. 20th St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. HR: $90 920-966-1300 (Mention Chess-Reserve Early). In 3 Sections, Open: 5SS, 35/90, SD/60 d5, EF: $40 by 1/22; $47 at site. $$b/40: $250-175. 1900-$135, 1800-$125, 1700-$115, 1600-$105, U1600-$95. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30;10-3. Reserve (U1500): 5SS, 35/90, SD/60 d5, Open to U1500. EF: $25 by 1/22; $32 on site. $$b/20: $70-50. 1200: $40; U1200-$40. Rds.: 10-2:30-7:30;10-3. Novice (U1000): 6SS, G/60 d5, Open to U1000. EF: $15 by 1/22; $22 at site. Prizes: Trophies to 1st-5th. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6:30; 10-1. ALL: Reg: 1/26 - 8:45-9:30 am. One 1/2-point bye 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 1/25). INFO: mike.nietman@charter.net. Online Registration at https://onlineregistration.cc. W. A Heritage Event! US Chess Junior Grand Prix!

Dec. 22-23 2018 North Central Open

4SS, G/90+30sec, 3 Sections: Open, U1900 & U1200 (accelerated pairings may be used). Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport, 6401 S. 13th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221, 414-764-5300 (Mention chess tournament for the $80 rate; one or two beds with free WiFi and parking!). EF: $70-All Sections by December 11, $80 by December 21, $90 at site. $$: (b/100) Open ($2,500) $1,000-$600-$300, top U2400/UNR $200, top U2200 $200, top U2000 $200 U1900 ($1,100): $500-300, top U1700 $150, top U1500 $150 U1200 ($900): $400-$200, top U1000 $150, top U800 $150. BLITZ (Sat at 8:00pm) (3 min+2 sec increment): 5 double rounds (accelerated pairings may be used) EF: $40 Prizes (b/40): $1,000 (1st, 2nd, and class prizes). ON SITE REGISTRATION: 12/22 9:30am-10:15am Round Times: Sat 12/22 11:00am & 4:00pm; Sun 12/23 10:00am & 3:30pm. ENTRIES TO: Wisconsin Chess Academy, 1280 Greenway Terrace, Apt. 1, Brookfield,WI 53005 (Do not mail checks after December 15th!) or via PayPal to abetaneli@hotmail.com US Chess Junior Grand Prix! US Chess Grand Prix Points: 20. WI Chess Tour Event.

Link to book the hotel: https://www.crowneplaza.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=MKETH&_PMID=99801505&GPC=ZCW&viewfullsite=true

Foghorn Leghorn Barnyard Swiss: November 8, 15, 29, December 6 & 13 (back at our usual Hales Corners location)

5-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 five) if requested at least 2-days prior to round).
TD is Wainscott; ATD is Grochowski.
(Note:  No chess on Nov. 22nd, Thanksgiving)

Dec. 8-9 The Wisconsin Memorial

PHOTOS from the event are below the post:

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: $110 + $4 Parking. Rate gtd until 11/6. 888-745-2032. EF: $30 (Juniors $25) by Dec. 4. $10 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 12/8. 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. Online registration at https://onlineregistration.cc/. US Chess Junior Grand Prix!

Pluto & Goofy Action Swiss: November 1 ( NOTE! this Thursday we meet at St. James Church)

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

November 1st, we will meet at the St. James Church, 7219 S. 27th Street, Franklin, WI 
(farthest building from the street, where we met last week)

Nov. 3-4 WCA Veteran’s Tournament & 2018-2019 Wisconsin Junior Open

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. 2019 Nat’l Senior Tournament of Champions qualifier. EF: $30 by 10/30; $40 at site. $$b/40 and 3 per class: $200-130. A-$95; B-$85; C-$70; D-$60; E/Unr-$60. Reg.: 11/3 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 11/2) mike.nietman@charter.net. www.wischess.org. W. Online registration at https://onlineregistration.cc/. US Chess Junior Grand Prix.

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. 2019 Denker/Barber/NGTOC qualifier; Open to youth born after 11/3/1997. In 5 Sections, Open: EF: $17 in advance by 10/30; $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 10/30; $22 at site. Trophies: Top 6. Reserve (U1100 or Unrated): EF: $17 in advance by 10/30; $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 10/30; $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 10/30; $21 at site. Trophies: Top 5 and top 3 Grade K-3. ALL: 5SS, G/120 d5. Reg.: 11/3 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 11/2) mike.nietman@charter.net. www.wischess.org. W. Online registration at https://onlineregistration.cc/.

Underdog To The Rescue Swiss: October 4, 11, 18, & 25

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 Chris Wainscott; ATD is Robin Grochowski.

Note!  October 25th, we will meet at the St. James Church, 7219 S. 27th Street, Franklin, WI.