CHARLOTTE SPRING CLASSIC
The Charlotte Spring Classic is an open, over-the-board tournament, with a guaranteed prize fund of $7,000.
PAIRINGS, STANDINGS, LIVE GAMES
When:
March 26-28, 2021
Where:
Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 J M Keynes Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Hotel Rates:
$92/Night - Free Internet, Parking, Discount on Entry (up to 2 per room)
Registration:
Online registration only. US Chess membership required.
To maximize social distancing, registrations may be limited. Register early!
Time Control:
Championship: G/90, increment 30
Other sections: G/120, delay 5
2-Day Rounds 1 and 2: G/45, delay 5
Prizes/Sections:
Championship (1900+)
$1000 + plaque – 500 – 300 – 200, top U2200 $500 – 300 FIDE-rated
Under 2000
$800 + plaque – 400 – 300, top U1800 $400 – 200
Under 1600
$700 + plaque – 400 – 200, top U1400 $400 – 200, top U1200 $200
Plaques given by US Chess Standard Tiebreak
Schedule:
3-Day Schedule
Friday: 5:30pm
Saturday: 12:00pm & 5:30pm
Sunday: 11:00am & 4:30pm
2-Day Schedule
Rounds 1 & 2 at 12:00pm and 2:30pm on Saturday then merge with 3-day schedule
Entry Fees:
$125 by March 10, 2021
$139 by March 23, 2021
$150 after, no onsite registration - all registration ends March 25 11:59pm EST
GM/IM Free, no deduction from prize if registered by 3/10. $100 deducted from prize after 3/10.
$10 EF discount if staying at hotel until room block expires, up to 2 discounts per room. Reserve early!
Refunds: Withdrawals are subject to a 5% transaction fee by March 25, no refunds after March 25.
Registration:
Special Notes:
Rules:
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Up to 2 optional half-point byes, request at registration.
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Must be within 100 points of next section to play up (i.e. 1900+ to enter Championship).
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Unrated players must enter U1600 and are eligible for place prizes.
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Boards, sets, clocks provided (must use our equipment)
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March US Chess (OTB) ratings used for pairings and prizes in all sections.
COVID-19 Measures
This event will not be canceled or postponed. We have a very large playing hall, and will be taking many preventative measures to ensure the safety of our players:
· Mandatory temperature checks prior to entering the tournament hall.
· Venue facilities, tournament hall, and chess equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected daily.
· Players and parents who are sick will be asked to stay home.
· Spectators and parents will not be allowed in the tournament hall.
· One board per table, promoting social distancing.
· Players will not shake hands before and after games.
· Hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, masks, and gloves will be placed throughout the tournament hall.
· Masks are required - gloves and face shields are also recommended.