Georgia Chess Association
2013 Georgia Collegiate Open
Who: The tournament is open to undergraduate and graduate college students. Full and part-time students are eligible. Students attending colleges outside of Georgia are also able to participate. Please bring a school ID or other proof of current enrollment at your college.
Format: 4-SS, G/45 with 5 second delay
Sections: Open and U1600
Entry fee: $15 per person
Prizes: $375, based on 30 entries. Prizes are 50% guaranteed.
Open: 1st = $100, 2nd = $50, 1st U2000 = $50
U1600: 1st = $75, 1st U1200 = $50, 1st Unrated = $50
Registration: Registration online (credit card/paypal) BY midnight Thursday Feb 28 or at the door (cash only, no checks). Please arrive by 9:30am for on-site registration. Refunds only if cancellations are made before pairings go up tournament day.
Rounds: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm
½ point bye available any round. Limit 1.
Must commit when entering. No changes.
Information: n.j.thompson@emory.edu
Please note: USCF membership required for all players. Sets and boards supplied. Please bring clocks.