Saturday, September 20, 2025

Ramkota Sioux Falls
3200 W Maple St, Sioux Falls, SD 57107

A one-day tournament open to players in grades K-12
5 Round Swiss (all players play all rounds) Game/30, delay 5

This tournament is US Chess rated. Participants must have valid US Chess membership to play. You can obtain new membership or renew your membership here.

A player may take a bye (skip a round and receive a half point) in any round; all byes must be requested before the end of round 2 and cannot be changed after that.

Sections by rating: U1200, U700
Unrated players may play in either section

Prizes
Trophies for the top 5 players in each section. Medals to all players who get a plus score (3 or more points) but aren't in the top 5. Trophies to top two teams in each section.

Entry Fee
$20 online by 9/10, $30 after that and at the door until 9:15 a.m.
Players who arrive after 9:15 a.m. will receive a half point bye for round 1 and be paired for round 2

Registration
Register online at the link. Mailed entries must be postmarked by 9/10/2025, and should include player name, player grade, section they’re registering for, US Chess ID number, parent name, full address, parent phone and email. Checks payable to and mailed to Chess Weekend, 21694 Doud Ct., Frankfort, IL 60423

Schedule
On-site registration from 8:30-9:15 am.
Round 1 begins at 10 am, following rounds ASAP
Awards will be given out shortly after each section ends.

Other information
Please bring sets, boards and a chess clock if you have one.
There is no designated lunchtime with ASAP rounds. Food options are available at the hotel. Please stay nearby for the start of the next round.
All players are likely to play all rounds regardless of results!

This event is being held in conjunction with the 2025 South Dakota Governor’s Cup, a US Chess rated tournament. The Governor’s Cup is perfect for adult players, stronger youth players, and players who prefer slower games. US Chess membership is required to play in the Governor’s Cup.