Tournaments

2026 MLK Tournament

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SCHOLASTIC

When Monday, January 19, 2026
Where Illinois State University Bone Center
Normal, IL

Four Sections –  Lower Primary (K-1) G/30 d5, Upper Primary (2-3) G/30 d5, Elementary (4/5) G/30 d5, Junior High (6-8) G/45 d5 

All sections play 5 rounds except Junior High plays 4 rounds

Entry Fee/Registration: $30 paid at the door

Register at BNASC.org

Must be current USCF member and checked in by 8:30 am day of tournament to be paired.

Note: Club teams are not allowed for this tournament. Only schools may be selected in the team field.

Awards: 

Lower Primary, Upper Primary, Elementary

  • Top 5 Overall
  • Various rating bands
  • Top 5 teams

Junior High

  • Top 5 Overall
  • Various rating bands
  • Top 4 overall

Schedule: First round begins at 9:00am – subsequent rounds begin as sections end

Byes:  Zero-point bye only in the last round

Information: amygrantgreen@gmail.com or jeff309@msn.com

Pairings and Results will be available online during the tournament.

Venue

Location:

ISU Bone Student Center
200 N University
Normal, IL 61761

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