MPCC June Mini-Marathon, Round 1

The Menlo Park Chess Club will hold another rated mini-marathon beginning Wednesday, June 1st, at 6:30pm, a four-round Swiss system event of G/45 d/5 over four weeks and one suitable for experienced players as well as new or newer US Chess members seeking to establish an over-the-board rating. Details follow:

• Format: Four-round Swiss-system tournament in one section, one game per evening
• Rounds: June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd — games begin round 6:30pm
• Control: G/45 d/5 (Game in 45 minutes for each player plus a 5-second delay per move)
• Entry Fee: $0 (the MPCC will pay for prizes and the US Chess rating fees for this event)
• Prizes: Bookstore gift certificates and/or mousepad chessboards to the top three finishers, top three under 17 years of age
• Byes: Half-point byes are available for any round save the last
• Boards, sets and clocks will be provided by the Menlo Park Chess Club (bring a clock if you own one)
• All tournament participants must be current US Chess members
• Sign up for the tournament by clicking the “Register” button directly above
• Our tournament chess rules summary is worth perusing if you’re new to tournament play
• For more information please send email to info@menloparkchess.club
• Join our Facebook group to stay abreast of future club tournaments and events