SCHOLASTIC
Tournament Training with Game Reviews!
Sunday, March 1st, 2026.
Signature 222 South Prospect, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Sections: 2 – Under 1200 and Under 700, open to all ages, play-up fee: $20
Rounds: 3
Style: Swiss System
Eligibility: Grade 12 or under
Time Control: G30; d5
Schedule: 12:00 PM, 1:15 PM, 2:30 PM.
Features: Game analysis by FM Kevin Bachler available after each game.
Entry Fee:
- $25 until 2/22.
- $35 until 3/1.
- Caveman Chess Subscribers: $20 off.
- No entries onsite, online entries only.
Entry: Register at Caveman Chess Registration
Byes: One half-point bye is available if requested with online registration.
US Chess Membership Required: Please obtain one BEFORE THE EVENT. Save approximately 50% at U.S. Chess Vouchers — Caveman Chess Free US Chess membership to Park Ridge K-12 students (ages 5-18).
Late Players: Players that arrive after 8:40 AM receive a round 1 half-point bye.
Prizes:
- Plaques for 1-3 in each section.
- Participation awards to all players.
Chess Equipment: Boards, sets, and clocks provided by Caveman Chess, LLC.
Parking: Free parking. Visitors’ parking behind the building and the SW corner lot at Garden & S. Fairview Streets also street parking.
Questions: Click here to show mail address.
Watch for additional information on upcoming events at
1. https://www.cavemanchess.com/new-events
2. Caveman Chess Registration at https://register.cavemanchess.com
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Email: kevin.bachler@cavemanchess.com
Website: https://register.cavemanchess.com/
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