Format:

• Sections & Rounds: 1 Section for all players. 5 Round DSS (Play 2 games against each opponent for total of 10 games)
• Official Rating Used: Higher of your USCF regular or Blitz rating will be used. This rating will be based on your ratings as of May 6, 2026. Other ratings may be used at TD's discretion.
• Time Control: G/3; inc 2.
• Money Prizes: 50% of entry fees. Prize fund announced after round 3. (Paid via Zelle on Monday May 11, 2026)
• Entry Fee: $25 by 4/1/26, $30 by 5/1/26, $40 on May 2 or after.
• Late Registration: After 6:45pm on May 9, 2026
• Membership: USCF membership required for all players. You may join onsite. Players will not be allowed to compete in round 1 without a valid membership.
• Cancellation/Refunds: Cancellations and refunds are given if requested by May 1. There is a $10 admin fee charged per tournament. Please allow 5-10 days for processing. There are no refunds on May 2 or after. Withdrawals: If you wish to withdraw from a tournament, please contact a tournament director and inform him/her of your decision to not continue participating in the tournament. Thank you.