27th Through the Rapids Tournament

Must have current USCF membership to compete.

To acquire membership & USCF ID go to Join US Chess | US Chess.org scroll down and click join/renew for the appropriate membership. If you are under 18 years of age and would like us to purchase your first USCF membership on your behalf using your entry fee, then enter 00000000 as your USCF ID in the sign-up form and provide the player's full name, birth date & gender. Note: Using this method to acquire USCF membership will make a player ineligible for winning prizes during this month's event.

WHAT: 4 Rounds USCF Rated G/15;d5. Sections based on entry.

WHEN: Tuesday, October 29th, 2024. 1st Round starts at 6:30pm

WHERE: Little 5 Points Community Center 1st floor in the "Dooley" room @ 1083 Austin Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

WHO: All ages are welcome to play. However, players under 12 years of age should be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian. The event will be filmed, by participating in the games you consent to the filmed/captured content being used as we see fit.

HOW: We'll provide all the necessary equipment (pieces, boards, clocks). Pairings will be posted via email or "print" on site. If you are new to tournaments and have questions, contact us in advance of the event.

PRIZES:

1st Place (Each Section): $40

Note: The director may be playing in the event. If the director gets 1st place, the prize money will be split. If there are two or more players in 2nd place, then the prize will be split between them. If there is only one player in 2nd place, then the prize will be split between the director and that player.

ENTRY FEE: $20 online by 3 pm on October 29th