Please join us for our monthly youth and adult chess tournaments. 

Date and Time: Sunday, June 16th 12:00-5:00 pm (registration day of begins at 11:30 am)

Location: North Hillsboro Moose Lodge, 8908 Lake Sunset Dr., Tampa,

Rules: Rated Sections, Four-Round Swiss Tournament. Time control: G/30 (30 min game). 

Entry Fees: $30 for pre-registration and $40 for day of registration. Pre-registration will be open until Thursday, 5/11/23 until 9:00 pm.

Payment: We accept Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, Cash or Check. When sending an electronic payment, please list the player's full name.

Awards: Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place winners for all youth sections. Adult Open Section Cash Prizes b/20 players; 1st - $150, 2nd - $100, 3rd - $50.

Ratings: Players competing in the rated sections must have a USCF membership (this is not necessary for the unrated section). You can obtain a yearly USCF membership here.

Chess Sets: If you have a chess set/clock please bring it. There will be 15 sets available for use on a first-come, first-serve basis. Here is one we recommend. 

Parking: There is parking in the front of the building. 

Things to Know: The Moose Lodge is a members-only non-profit organization. You may only hang out in the main area of the building or order drinks if you are a member. The chess tournament will take place in the hall at the back of the building.

Food: Pizza, chips, drinks and candy will be available for purchase. Outside food/drinks permitted.

Things to do: The tournament will take place at the Moose Lodge which is off Sheldon Road. The area has some shops and restaurants, but most businesses will require a car to get there.

Also, check out our Chasing Checkmate Website here!