Open scholastic chess tournament details
BY ALISON BERGSIEKER • DAILY PRESS & ARGUS • October 6, 2008
Students will play opponents based on grade level: K-2, 3-4, 5-6 and 7-8. No one will be eliminated.
* What: A five-round, unrated chess tournament open to all chess players, grades K-8. Children will compete as individuals, playing five rounds or less depending on attendance.
* Where: Charyl Stockwell Academy, 9758 E. M-59, Hartland Township
* Check-in: Runs from 10:15-10:45 a.m. Nov. 8. Only children who have checked in by 10:45 a.m. will be paired for the first round. Late arrivals will forfeit their game and will be paired in subsequent rounds.
* Rules: Touch chess — any piece touched must be moved, unless it constitutes an illegal move.
* Time control: Each round lasts 30 minutes. Games not finished will be judged by tournament director.
* Awards: Trophies awarded to top three in each section. Medals will be given to all participants who do not receive trophies.
* Registration: Entry fee is $20 per student. Sign-up is required. Make checks payable to Charyl Stockwell Academy and drop them off at the school before Oct. 31.
To obtain a registration form, contact Haika Gay at hgay@csaschool.org or at (810) 632-2200, ext. 305.
Source: http://www.livingstondaily.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081006/NEWS01/81006020
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