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Chessplayers from K-12th grades, of all abilities, are invited to the....
2011 Grand Prix
and Free Chess Lessons for Beginners
Play in one, or play in all four:
Hot Summer Chess I --- Tuesday, June 28
Hot Summer Chess II -- Tuesday, July 19
Hot Summer Chess III -- Tuesday, August 2
Hot Summer Chess IV -- Tuesday, August 16
Where:
Bellingham Public Library -- 210 Central Ave, Bellingham. mapWhat time:
Check-in is from 5:40 - 5:55 pm each evening. (All Grand Prix players must check-in to ensure that they get paired to play in Round 1.) Advance entry required -- see below.
Two Sections:
Total Beginner Section: For those who don't know how to play chess (and beginners), we'll teach you how to play. Then we'll play casual practice games.
Grand Prix Section: For those who know how to play, want to compete in a tournament, and are able to write down their moves (or willing to learn on the spot), we have the traditional four rated Grand Prix tournaments.
Hello Scholastic Chessplayers!
Get ready for summer chess! The 2011 Summer Chess Grand Prix series of tournaments will be held June 28, July 19, August 2 and August 16 at the Bellingham Public Library, downstairs in the lecture room. Registration is from 5:40 to 5:55 pm sharp. These events are free and open to K-12th grade players of all abilities, beginner to experienced, so bring a friend!
*Note: Just graduated H.S. seniors are welcome to play.Grand Prix Section Format: Players are placed in different playing groups of approximately equal playing ability based on grade and the latest NWSRS ratings. Players will play in 8-player (usually) "Octagonal" sections. These feature three games, no elimination, with a time control of Game/30 minutes with five second delay per player.
The tournaments are rated by the NW Scholastic Ratings System, so tournament rules are in effect: if you touch a piece, you must move it. Bring a pen or pencil, since you will be required to write down your moves. (Instruction on how to do this is available at each event.) Scoresheets and boards/sets provided, but bring a clock if you have one. It's a no elimination tournament, each player plays three games, and thus games will be done by 9:45pm each evening at the very latest (most players will be done before 9:15).Win the Grand Prix!
The four players who accumulate the most points overall in all four 2011 Summer Chess tourneys will receive trophies! The top scorer will be declared 2011 Summer Chess Grand Prix Champion! The Grand Prix formula rewards players who are improving, so you could win if you put your mind to it! The current, updated NWSRS ratings will be used in each 2011 Summer Chess Grand Prix tourney.All Grand Prix players must register to play in advance! Simply email Randy Walther at randywalther@msn.com by the Monday immediately before each Grand Prix event. Include the player's first and last name, the name of the school they attended and the grade they were in during May 2011.
Schedule for each 2011 Hot Summer Chess Grand Prix event:
5:40 pm - check-in opens, help with setup please, thank you!
Check-in closes at 5:55 pm sharp (PLEASE don't be late!)
Beginners Class - 6:10
GP Round 1 - 6:15 pm or asap
GP Round 2 - 7:30 pm or asap
GP Round 3 - 8:45 pm or asap
Afterwards, please help with setting the room back to its original layout!Cost?
The 2011 Summer Chess Grand Prix events are offered free. There will be a donation jar present at check-in to help cover the expenses of trophies, scoresheets and other supplies. Suggested donation is $2 per player per tourney.Lend a Hand:
These events exist because of volunteer power. If you do come, we would appreciate assistance setting up the room. We also need some parents to assist in the Beginner division with teaching the rules and helping kids find a playing partner. And for those who can stay afterwards, do help with taking down tables, resetting the chairs and returning the room to its original condition after the event. Thank you one and all!The 2011 Summer Grand Prix is organized and directed by Randy Walther, and sponsored by the Bellingham Public Library. If further information needed, email Randy Walther.
Hot Summer Chess Grand Prix Champions
2010 Grand Prix - Results 2009 Grand Prix - Results 2008 Grand Prix - Results 2007 Grand Prix - Results 2006 Grand Prix - Results 2005 Grand Prix - Results 2004 Grand Prix - Results 2003 Grand Prix - Results 2002 Grand Prix - Results 2001 Grand Prix - Results
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