Entry fee is $5.00, seven player, round robin event with class level pairings. All games played simultaneously against all six opponents. 

The following rating classes will be used:

  • Class A: 1800 and above
  • Class B: 1500-1999
  • Class C: 1200-1699
  • Class D: 1399 and below

First place finisher receives a certificate signed by Victor Palciauskas, suitable for framing.

ICCF Server events are open to all US Chess members with an email address, access to the ICCF internet based correspondence chess server and an ICCF account (free to create) in good standing.

If you do not have an ICCF account, it is recommended to sign up for one prior to registering for this event. Please follow these instructions:

  1. Visit https://www.iccf.com/Signup.aspx and sign up for an ICCF account. On the main registration page, in the Message section please enter “I have signed up for a US Chess correspondence chess event.”
  2. You will receive a confirmation email from ICCF. It is very important you respond to this email and confirm your account within 24 hours.
  3. Once your account is confirmed as set up, you will receive a final email from ICCF on which the US Chess CCD will be copied. After this step is complete you will be available to be assigned to US Chess ICCF events.

NOTE: Correspondence Chess rating will be used to assign sections.

Correspondence Chess Gift Certificates can only be used with postal or email entry.