| Date | Event | Time | Lowest section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club | G/90 +30 | none |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 16, 24, Mar 3, 10 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 1- At Club Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on February 16, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part one of a two part session. Please do not register if you cannot do session two as this is meant for people who can attend both. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U2200 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U2200 |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U1600 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1600 |
| Jan 24 | MCC Junior Championship U12 Qualifiers - At Club 5-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $50; Members only Open to Marshall members between the age U12 and rated U1500. Prizes: Trophies first-third. Top three qualify for MCC Junior Championship U12 with free entry, 4th-8th (by tiebreaks) qualify with paid entry. Rounds: 12:30-1:45-3:00-4:15-5:30pm One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 24 | Morning Masters - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | SATURDAY ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | Morning U1600 - At Club | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Jan 25 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club | none | |
| Jan 25 | Sunday Quads - At Club | G/60; d10 | none |
| Jan 27 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Jan 29 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only age U20 rated 1900+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. GM and IM entry fee refunded upon completion of the tournament. FIDE rated. $4,000 Prizes: ($4000 GTD): $1400-900-500-300. U2000 $500. Top-scoring Girl $400. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship U12 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only ages U12 rated 1500+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. FIDE rated. $2,000 Prizes: ($2000 GTD): $700-450-250-150. U1600 $250. Top-scoring Girl $200. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion U12" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 31 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 31 | Morning Masters - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | Morning U1600 - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 1 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 3 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 5 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE OPEN - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only GMs Free, first 5 IMs Free. FIDE Rated. Only open to players with a current published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE); No exceptions. Prizes: New Enhanced Prize Fund!! ($2,000 Guaranteed) $1,000-500-250. U2300: $250. Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 prize with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE U2000 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE rated Prizes: ($1,125 b/30): $500-250; U1750: $200, U1500: $175; Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 8 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free Open to players 1700+; FIDE Rated. Prizes: ($750 b/30) $300-200-100; U2000: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Prizes: ($600 b/30) $200-150-100; U1500: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 10 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 12 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 13 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 14 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 14 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 14 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 15 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 17 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 17 | MARSHALL MASTERS - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free Open to players rated 2000+. FIDE Rapid rated. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND! : ($900 B/30): $400-$275-$125; U2200: $100. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30 pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 19 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | FRIDAY FIDE RAPID - At Club! 4-SS, G/15 +10 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free USCF & FIDE Rapid Rated Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2100/unr, U1900, U1700, U1500: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/15 +10 | none |
| Feb 20, 21, 22 | MONTHLY FIDE U2400 & U1800 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE Rated. Open to players rated below 2400 USCF. Rating floor for U2400 section is 1700. U2400 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U2100: $150; U1900: $150 U1800 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U1600: $150; U1400: $150 Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 21 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 21 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 22 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 24 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 26 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 27 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 28 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 28 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 28 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, Apr 21, Apr 28, May 12, May 19, May 25, Jun 2 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 2- At Club! Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on May 25, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part two of a two part session. Only open to students who have registered for session one. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none |
| Date | Event | Time | Lowest section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 16, 24, Mar 3, 10 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 1- At Club Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on February 16, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part one of a two part session. Please do not register if you cannot do session two as this is meant for people who can attend both. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, Apr 21, Apr 28, May 12, May 19, May 25, Jun 2 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 2- At Club! Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on May 25, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part two of a two part session. Only open to students who have registered for session one. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Jan 25 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club | none | |
| Jan 25 | Sunday Quads - At Club | G/60; d10 | none |
| Jan 27 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 1 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 3 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 8 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 10 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 15 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 17 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 22 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 24 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 13 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 27 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 20 | FRIDAY FIDE RAPID - At Club! 4-SS, G/15 +10 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free USCF & FIDE Rapid Rated Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2100/unr, U1900, U1700, U1500: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/15 +10 | none |
| Jan 24 | MCC Junior Championship U12 Qualifiers - At Club 5-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $50; Members only Open to Marshall members between the age U12 and rated U1500. Prizes: Trophies first-third. Top three qualify for MCC Junior Championship U12 with free entry, 4th-8th (by tiebreaks) qualify with paid entry. Rounds: 12:30-1:45-3:00-4:15-5:30pm One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 24 | Morning Masters - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | Morning U1600 - At Club | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Jan 29 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 30 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 31 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 31 | Morning Masters - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | Morning U1600 - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 5 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 7 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 12 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 14 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 14 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 17 | MARSHALL MASTERS - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free Open to players rated 2000+. FIDE Rapid rated. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND! : ($900 B/30): $400-$275-$125; U2200: $100. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30 pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 19 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 21 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 21 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 26 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 28 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 28 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | SATURDAY ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 14 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 28 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club | G/90 +30 | none |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only age U20 rated 1900+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. GM and IM entry fee refunded upon completion of the tournament. FIDE rated. $4,000 Prizes: ($4000 GTD): $1400-900-500-300. U2000 $500. Top-scoring Girl $400. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship U12 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only ages U12 rated 1500+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. FIDE rated. $2,000 Prizes: ($2000 GTD): $700-450-250-150. U1600 $250. Top-scoring Girl $200. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion U12" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U2200 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U2200 |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U1600 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1600 |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE OPEN - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only GMs Free, first 5 IMs Free. FIDE Rated. Only open to players with a current published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE); No exceptions. Prizes: New Enhanced Prize Fund!! ($2,000 Guaranteed) $1,000-500-250. U2300: $250. Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 prize with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE U2000 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE rated Prizes: ($1,125 b/30): $500-250; U1750: $200, U1500: $175; Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | U2000 |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free Open to players 1700+; FIDE Rated. Prizes: ($750 b/30) $300-200-100; U2000: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Prizes: ($600 b/30) $200-150-100; U1500: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 20, 21, 22 | MONTHLY FIDE U2400 & U1800 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE Rated. Open to players rated below 2400 USCF. Rating floor for U2400 section is 1700. U2400 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U2100: $150; U1900: $150 U1800 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U1600: $150; U1400: $150 Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Date | Event | Time | Lowest section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U1600 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1600 |
| Jan 25 | Morning U1600 - At Club | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 1 | Morning U1600 - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 8 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 15 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 22 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Prizes: ($600 b/30) $200-150-100; U1500: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 14 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 20, 21, 22 | MONTHLY FIDE U2400 & U1800 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE Rated. Open to players rated below 2400 USCF. Rating floor for U2400 section is 1700. U2400 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U2100: $150; U1900: $150 U1800 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U1600: $150; U1400: $150 Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 28 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Jan 24 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 31 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE U2000 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE rated Prizes: ($1,125 b/30): $500-250; U1750: $200, U1500: $175; Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 14 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 21 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 28 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U2200 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U2200 |
| Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 16, 24, Mar 3, 10 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 1- At Club Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on February 16, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part one of a two part session. Please do not register if you cannot do session two as this is meant for people who can attend both. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, Apr 21, Apr 28, May 12, May 19, May 25, Jun 2 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 2- At Club! Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on May 25, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part two of a two part session. Only open to students who have registered for session one. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 24 | MCC Junior Championship U12 Qualifiers - At Club 5-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $50; Members only Open to Marshall members between the age U12 and rated U1500. Prizes: Trophies first-third. Top three qualify for MCC Junior Championship U12 with free entry, 4th-8th (by tiebreaks) qualify with paid entry. Rounds: 12:30-1:45-3:00-4:15-5:30pm One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only age U20 rated 1900+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. GM and IM entry fee refunded upon completion of the tournament. FIDE rated. $4,000 Prizes: ($4000 GTD): $1400-900-500-300. U2000 $500. Top-scoring Girl $400. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship U12 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only ages U12 rated 1500+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. FIDE rated. $2,000 Prizes: ($2000 GTD): $700-450-250-150. U1600 $250. Top-scoring Girl $200. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion U12" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 24 | Morning Masters - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club | none | |
| Jan 25 | Sunday Quads - At Club | G/60; d10 | none |
| Jan 27 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Jan 29 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 30 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 31 | Morning Masters - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 3 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 5 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE OPEN - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only GMs Free, first 5 IMs Free. FIDE Rated. Only open to players with a current published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE); No exceptions. Prizes: New Enhanced Prize Fund!! ($2,000 Guaranteed) $1,000-500-250. U2300: $250. Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 prize with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 7 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free Open to players 1700+; FIDE Rated. Prizes: ($750 b/30) $300-200-100; U2000: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 10 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 12 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 13 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 14 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 17 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 17 | MARSHALL MASTERS - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free Open to players rated 2000+. FIDE Rapid rated. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND! : ($900 B/30): $400-$275-$125; U2200: $100. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30 pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 19 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | FRIDAY FIDE RAPID - At Club! 4-SS, G/15 +10 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free USCF & FIDE Rapid Rated Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2100/unr, U1900, U1700, U1500: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/15 +10 | none |
| Feb 21 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 24 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 26 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 27 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 28 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | SATURDAY ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Date | Event | Time | Lowest section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club | G/90 +30 | none |
| Dec 29, Jan 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U2200 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U2200 |
| Jan 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | WEEKLY U1600 - At Club | G/90 +30 | U1600 |
| Jan 24 | MCC Junior Championship U12 Qualifiers - At Club 5-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $50; Members only Open to Marshall members between the age U12 and rated U1500. Prizes: Trophies first-third. Top three qualify for MCC Junior Championship U12 with free entry, 4th-8th (by tiebreaks) qualify with paid entry. Rounds: 12:30-1:45-3:00-4:15-5:30pm One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 24 | Morning Masters - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 24 | SATURDAY ACTION - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 25 | Morning U1600 - At Club | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Jan 25 | Sunday Quads - At Club | G/60; d10 | none |
| Jan 29 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only age U20 rated 1900+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. GM and IM entry fee refunded upon completion of the tournament. FIDE rated. $4,000 Prizes: ($4000 GTD): $1400-900-500-300. U2000 $500. Top-scoring Girl $400. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30, 31, Feb 1 | MCC Junior Championship U12 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only Club members only ages U12 rated 1500+ USCF or FIDE, GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs, FMs, 8 Qualifiers, & Special Invitees from the Marshall Chess Academy. FIDE rated. $2,000 Prizes: ($2000 GTD): $700-450-250-150. U1600 $250. Top-scoring Girl $200. Title of "2025 Marshall Chess Club Junior Champion U12" goes to highest-scoring MCC Member. The title will be determined by a blitz playoff in the case of a tie. Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. One bye, request at entry Registration closes 2 hours prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Jan 30 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Jan 31 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Jan 31 | Morning Masters - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 1 | Morning U1600 - At Club! | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 5 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE OPEN - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $100; Members only GMs Free, first 5 IMs Free. FIDE Rated. Only open to players with a current published rating 2000+ (USCF or FIDE); No exceptions. Prizes: New Enhanced Prize Fund!! ($2,000 Guaranteed) $1,000-500-250. U2300: $250. Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 prize with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Marshall PREMIER FIDE U2000 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE rated Prizes: ($1,125 b/30): $500-250; U1750: $200, U1500: $175; Cross Section Mixed Doubles $200 with 3 teams minimum required (highest combined score of male/female team. Teams must declare prior to the start of round 2 and may consist of players from the Open and/or U2000 sections. Prize is split $100 to each player). Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | G/90 +30 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 7 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 8 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall FIDE Monday - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free Open to players 1700+; FIDE Rated. Prizes: ($750 b/30) $300-200-100; U2000: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16 | Marshall Monday U1800 - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Prizes: ($600 b/30) $200-150-100; U1500: $100-50. Rounds: 7pm each Mon. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 12 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 13 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 13 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 14 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 14 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 14 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 15 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 17 | MARSHALL MASTERS - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $40; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free Open to players rated 2000+. FIDE Rapid rated. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND! : ($900 B/30): $400-$275-$125; U2200: $100. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30 pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 | THURSDAY OPEN - At Club! 6-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $50; Members only GMs Free FIDE Rated. Thursday Open Grand Prix! The winner of each Thursday night open (including ties) receives 3 points, second place receives 2 points and third place receives 1 point. The player with the most points through the last tournament ending before the Club Championship receives a free entry into the Championship. Must be a Club member to qualify. Prizes: ENHANCED PRIZE FUND ($1000 b/25) $500-200-100; U1800: $100-50; U1600 $50 Rounds: 7pm each Thurs. Max two byes; request by Rd 4. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | none |
| Feb 19 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 20 | FRIDAY FIDE RAPID - At Club! 4-SS, G/15 +10 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free USCF & FIDE Rapid Rated Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2100/unr, U1900, U1700, U1500: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/15 +10 | none |
| Feb 20, 21, 22 | MONTHLY FIDE U2400 & U1800 - At Club! 5-SS, G/90 +30 Entry fee: $75; Members only FIDE Rated. Open to players rated below 2400 USCF. Rating floor for U2400 section is 1700. U2400 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U2100: $150; U1900: $150 U1800 ($1125 b/30): $500-200-125; U1600: $150; U1400: $150 Rounds: Fri: 7pm, Sat & Sun: 12:30 & 5:30pm. Max two byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/90 +30 | U1800 |
| Feb 21 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 21 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | RATED BEGINNER OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players without a rating or rated U1200. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 22 | Morning U1600 - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. Only open to players with a rating 1200 (live or published) or rated U1600. Prizes: ($250 b/20): $150-100. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U1600 |
| Feb 26 | THURSDAY ACTION - At Club! 4-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Prizes: ($500 b/40): $150-100-75; U2200, U1900: $75; Biggest upset: $25. Rounds: 7-8:10-9:20-10:30pm. Max one bye, for Rd 1 or 4 only; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | Afternoon Action - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. The TD may split the tournament into 2 sections to balance out ratings at their discretion. USCF rated Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: 2PM and continue ASAP One bye, request at entry Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 27 | $500 FIDE BLITZ - At Club! 9-SS, G/3 +2 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $25 fee. GMs Free FIDE Blitz rated. USCF Blitz ratings (when possible) used for pairings & prizes. Prizes: ($500 b/40): $200-100; U2400/unr, U2200, U2000, U1800: $50. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. Max three byes; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/3 +2 | none |
| Feb 27 | WOMEN & GIRLS' OPEN - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $0; Non-MCC Member: Additional 0 fee. GMs Free Limited to female players. Non-members welcome! Prizes: ($225 b/25): $150-75. Rounds: Begin at 7pm and continue ASAP. No byes. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Feb 28 | SATURDAY G/50 (OPEN & U1800) - At Club! 4-SS, G/45 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only GMs Free Two Sections, Rating Floor for Open is 1700: Open ($325 b/25): $150-100; U2000: $75. U1800 ($325 b/25): $150-100; U1600: $75. Rounds: 12:30-2:30-4:30-6:30pm. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/45 d5 | U1800 |
| Feb 28 | U2000 MORNING ACTION - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Members only Prizes: ($250 b/20): $125-50; U1500: $75. Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | U2000 |
| Feb 28 | Morning Masters - At Club! 3-SS, G/25 d5 Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $15 fee. GMs Free Open to Players 2000+ Prizes: ($125 b/10): $75-50 Rounds: Begin at 9am & continue ASAP. Max one bye; request at entry. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Registration opens 10 days before event | G/25 d5 | none |
| Date | Event | Time | Lowest section |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 16, 24, Mar 3, 10 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 1- At Club Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on February 16, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part one of a two part session. Please do not register if you cannot do session two as this is meant for people who can attend both. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Jan 25 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club | none | |
| Jan 27 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 1 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 3 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 8 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 10 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 15 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 17 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Feb 22 | SUNDAY JUNIOR CLASS - At Club! | none | |
| Feb 24 | Adult Class - At Club! Entry fee: $25; Non-MCC Member: Additional $10 fee. Instructor Tamar Chanadiri. In-person class for adult 'beginner' chess players. This class is perfect for unrated players (or novice tournament players) who have a basic understanding of the game. Instruction will be followed by casual play. The class is held from 6:30-8:00 pm. Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none | |
| Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, Apr 21, Apr 28, May 12, May 19, May 25, Jun 2 | GMChessPrep & Marshall Elite Membership Session 2- At Club! Entry fee: $750; Members only For more information, visit https://www.marshallchessclub.org/elitetraining or email td@marshallchessclub.org with any questions. In person session on May 25, 2025 at the Marshall Chess Club. This is part two of a two part session. Only open to students who have registered for session one. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. EST Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. | none |
