Learn. Compete. Connect.
Rated chess. Real competition.
3 rounds · G/40 with a 5-second delay
$25 online before 9 AM on tournament day · $30 onsite
$50 for each quad section winner
Sarasota National · Palm Club
Palm 2 Multipurpose Room
25510 National Blvd., Venice, FL 34293
All ages welcome. Current USCF membership required.
Chess sets and clocks provided.
More than
a game.
Learn. Compete. Connect.
A welcoming home for players of every age, background, and level.
Our purpose
Make Sarasota synonymous with great year-round chess. Every player should have a clear path to Learn, Compete, and Connect.
We’re building a thriving chess community across Sarasota and Manatee Counties, where players of every age and ability can grow through instruction, rated competition, and a shared love of the game.
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Past Tournaments
August 16, 2026 · MCC August Quads
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