Quarterly Battle of the Blitz

Desc: The Manasota Chess Center will hold a U.S. Chess Federation (USCF) rated Blitz tournament for up to 36 players. Double Swiss, 8 rounds. All rounds are Game in 3 minutes, with a 2-second increment.

PRIZE TARGETS: Contingent upon a minimum of 8 entries. 1st Place: 30%, 2nd Place: 20%, and 3rd Place: 10%.

ROUNDS: Double Swiss, 8 rounds. Round 1 begins at 1 pm.

ENTRY FEE: $5 for Manasota Chess Center members; $10 for non-members. NOTE: Manasota Chess Center members should enter discount code when completing the online registration form.

REGISTRATION: ALL PLAYERS must have a valid USCF membership ID# to participate. Non-USCF members can purchase a membership or renew at the tournament site. USCF membership MUST be purchased or renewed before the tournament begins. The end of on-site or online registration is 12 noon, on the day of the tournament.

Chess sets and clocks will be provided. However, please feel free to bring your own if you would prefer to use them. For additional details on the Manasota Chess Center, visit:

• www.manasotachess.org
• www.facebook.com/manasotachesscenter