TANA OSCA Stonehill College Open Chess Championship Tournament
Sponsored by the Telugu Association of North America (TANA), in collaboration with the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) and the New England Chess Association (NECA), this program is open to the public. Registration for Stonehill students, faculty and staff is free.
Format
- 4-Round Swiss Tournament
Time Controls
- Open & Challenger: G/60 + 5s delay
- Explorer & Unrated: G/30 + 5s delay
Sections
- Open: All players
- Challenger: Rated under 1800 USCF
- Explorer: Rated under 1200 USCF
- Unrated: Open to all, no USCF membership required
Open & Challenger Schedule
| Event | Time |
| Registration | 8:00 to 8:45 a.m. |
| Round 1 |
9:00 to 11:10 a.m. |
| Lunch | 11:10 to 11:50 a.m. |
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Round 2 |
11:50 a.m. to 1:55 p.m. |
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Round 3 |
2:05 to 4:10 p.m. |
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Round 4 |
4:20 to 6:25 p.m. |
|
Awards |
6:45 to 7:15 p.m. |
Explorer & Unrated Schedule
|
Event |
Time |
|
Registration |
9:00 to 9:45 a.m. |
|
Round 1 |
10:00 to 11:10 a.m. |
|
Round 2 |
11:15 a.m. to 12:25 p.m. |
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Lunch |
12:25 to 1:05 p.m. |
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Round 3 |
1:05 to 2:15 p.m. |
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Round 4 |
2:20 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
|
Awards |
3:45 p.m. |
Entry Fees
| Section |
Early Registration |
Regular Registration | Day Of/On-Site Registration |
| Open | $50 by 11/17/24 | $60 by 11/22/24 | $75 |
| Challenger | $45 by 11/17/24 | $55 by 11/22/24 | $70 |
| Explorer | $30 by 11/17/24 | $35 by 11/22/24 | $45 |
| Unrated |
$25 by 11/17/24 (Free for students/faculty) |
$30 by 11/22/2024 | $40 |
- FREE Entry for Stonehill students and faculty, as well as GM’s, IM’s, WGM’s, WIM’s
- Email frank@oceanstatechess.com for fee waiver: Send your full name, phone, which section, and USCF # if playing in rated sections
Prizes
- $2,000 b/50 + Trophies
- Open Championship Prizes:
- 1st: $550 + Trophy
- 2nd: $400 + Trophy
- 3rd: $200 + Trophy
- Top Upset: $75
- Challenger (U1800) Prizes:
- 1st: $350 + Trophy
- 2nd: $250 + Trophy
- 3rd: $100 + Trophy
- Top Under 1400: $75 + Trophy
- Explorer (U1200) Prizes:
- 1st: $150 + Trophy
- 2nd: $100 + Trophy
- 3rd: $75 + Trophy
- Top Under 800: $50 + Trophy
- Unrated Section:
- 1st place Trophy, 2nd, 3rd Medals
Rules
- No headphones or smartwatches in the playing hall
- Phones must be powered off and face down or left outside
- Notation required (except Unrated)
Venue Details
- Parking: Free parking available
- Equipment: Chess sets and boards provided; bring a digital clock (USCF-approved) if possible
About TANA
The Telugu Association of North America (TANA), founded in 1977, promotes Telugu culture and supports community projects, scholarships, and cultural events. By sponsoring the Stonehill Chess Showdown, TANA aims to encourage cultural exchange and educational growth.
About OSCA
The Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) fosters a vibrant chess community in Rhode Island, organizing events and workshops to promote chess for all ages and skill levels. OSCA regularly collaborates with institutions throughout New England to create enriching experiences for chess players.