There will be no chess club meeting September 3rd but we will meet September 10th, when our rated Copa del Menlo tournament begins (see the Events page to register now).

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