Format:

• Sections & Rounds: Open & Under 1200; 4 Round DSS (Play 2 games against each opponent for total of 8 games)
• Official Rating Used: Higher of your USCF regular or Blitz rating will be used. This rating will be based on your ratings as of January 14, 2026. Other ratings may be used at TD's discretion.
• Time Control: G/3; inc 2.
• Trophies: 1st place - 6th place in each section
• Entry Fee: $25 by 12/5/25, $30 by 12/30, $35 by 1/7/26, $45 on 1/14 or after.
• Late Registration: After 6:45pm on January16.
• Membership: USCF membership required for all players. You may join onsite. Players will not be allowed to compete in round 1 without a valid membership.