First Team Chess Tournament

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Scholastic Chess Association (CMSCA)

Our tournaments and events are open to all youth from Pre-K through 12th grade! Whether you're homeschooled or attend a public, private, or parochial school, you’re welcome to join us—no matter where you're from in the USA.

DATE:
October 26, 2024LOCATION:
Endhaven Elementary School
6815 Endhaven Lane
Charlotte, NC 28277REGISTRATION:
Registration is free for all participants, whether you’re part of a team or playing individually! We welcome all players. Please pre-register online and arrive by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the event.ROUND TIMES:
The first round begins at 9:30 a.m. There will be three rounds in total, with the final round expected to finish by early afternoon.RATING SYSTEM:
UnratedENTRY FEE:
Free admission for all participants (Pre-K through 12th grade). Even if you’re not part of a school team, you can join as an individual and play for free.PRIZES:
Trophies will be awarded to the winning teams.--OTHER INFORMATION:

Please bring chess sets, notation sheets, and clocks (not required).
Chess equipment will also be available for purchase on-site at discounted prices (even cheaper than online).
Parents may observe the tournament from a distance but are not permitted in the playing area unless they are a team captain.
This is an excellent tournament for beginners—no individual entry fee, no USCF membership required, and a relaxed atmosphere! It’s all about having fun and practicing what you’ve learned.
Don’t have enough players for a team? No problem! You can still participate as an individual.

Register Here:
https://cmsca.org/signup_team1Preregistration List:
https://cmsca.org/preregistration_team1Note: You can confirm your registration by checking the preregistration list.---School Club Chess Coaches:
We strongly encourage you to pre-register online to make the tournament day run smoothly. Use the link above to sign up your team in advance! If you prefer to register on-site, registration will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on the day of the event.The $90.00 annual team fee covers the entire school year, including all three (3) Team Tournaments, and must be paid by the School Club Chess Team Sponsor. This fee will be collected at check-in, and we accept cash, credit cards, and checks. If your team has already paid the annual fee, there’s no additional cost to participate.Important Note: No team will be turned away due to financial difficulties. If you’re unable to pay the fee, please let us know—we are here to help. As a nonprofit organization, our mission is to make chess accessible to all youth. We are committed to being inclusive, welcoming everyone with open arms.