PS 230 hosted Chess Festival
PS 230 hosted Chess Festival
We would love to welcome you to our Chess Festival !
This event will include training with an opportunity to play four equally rated players in both a competitive and supportive environment. In addition to competitive play the day will be filled with fun activities.
Individuals will be able to earn points throughout the day through results of their tournament. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Drop-off will be at 8:45 A.M. and pick-up will be from 4:30 to 5:00 P.M
Schedule:
8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
8:45 - 9:00 Drop Off
9:00 - 9:45 Gather & Social Play
9:45 - 10:00 Morning Welcome Meeting & Team Pairings
10:00 - 12:30 3 Rounds of rated play (G/25 d5)
10:00 - 10:50 AM - Round 1
10:50 - 11:40 AM - Round 2
11:40 AM - 12:30 PM - Round 3
11:40 - 12:00 Post-Mortem Game Review
12:00 - 1:30 Lunch (Pizza will be provided) + Park Play & Social Chess Play
1:30 - 2:45 Group Post-Mortem Game Review + Individual Coaching Opportunities
2:45 - 4:15 Blitz Championship (Swiss) - Individual & Team Awards
4:15 - 4:30 Snack Time
4:00 - 4:30 Festival Ceremony/Awards (individual medals for winners) + Festival Chessball
4:30 - 5:00 Pickup
Chess Festival Structure:
3 round tournament:
Each chess win earns you school 1 points
Each draw earns you 1/2 points
Blitz Championship:
Swiss Rated Event
Register for the USCF:
Chess Festival Rate:
$139
2024 - 2025 Chess Festival Date:
October 14, 2024 - Fall Festival
January 20, 2025 - Winter Festival
March 31, 2025 - Spring Festival
June 19, 2025 - Year End Festival
Location:
PS 230 Upper School - 1 Albemarle Road, Brooklyn
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