Greater Baystate Spring Classic

Sunday, May 18, 2025

10:00 am- 8:30 pm

Join us for an exciting day of chess as players of all levels come together to compete in the Greater Baystate Spring Classic! This tournament promises intense matches, strategic gameplay, and the chance to showcase your skills. Ensure you have an active U.S. Chess Federation membership to compete. Late arrivals will receive a half-point bye for the first round and will be paired in the second round. Don’t miss out on potential discounts for early registration! Prepare your equipment and bring your best strategies to the board. There’s no better way to challenge yourself and enjoy the game you love!

Good luck, and we look forward to seeing you there!

For more info and to sign up:

GREATER BAYSTATE CHESS

Email: greater.baystate.chess@gmail.com

Phone: 413 356 0303

Website: https://www.greaterbaystatechess.com

Active, current U.S. Chess Federation Membership Required

$3,675 Prize Fund Guaranteed!
Prizes: Open: 1ST $500; 2ND: $300; TOP U2200: $250
U2000: 1ST $300; 2ND $200; TOP U1850 $175 (No Unrated)
U1700: 1ST$300; 2ND $200; TOP U1550 $175 (No Unrated)
U1400: 1ST $200; 2ND $150; TOP U1200 $125 (No Unrated)
Unrated Prize limits: U1400 To U2000; 1st $200 2nd $100
Clear 1ST In Open: $100 Bonus; Top Female: $200 Bonus
One $125 Scholastic bonus prize only for each of the following four categories:
Top Grades: K-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12

No U1900 or unrated in the open section

Registration: 8-9 am cut off On-site. Late Entrants will receive Round 1 Half Point Bye and be paired in Round 2

Format:

4ss, G/60; d10
30 Sets, Clocks, Scoresheets & Pens will be provided
*Please bring your own Sets in case of a shortage*
Players assigned black pieces have a choice of equipment that round
Rounds: 10 am Lunch, 1:15 pm, 3:45 pm, 6:15 pm or ASAP
Limit of one 1/2 point Bye; Specify Round with Entry or before Round 2 pairing

Entries:

U.S.C.F Membership required may be purchased at registration
GMS, IMS, WIMS, & WGMS FREE
FIDE & NATIONAL MASTER DISCOUNT: $10.
Unrated $20 Discount
WMCA & MACA members $5 Discount
Advance Entry fee Timetable:
•    By 2/28; $30 Discount
•    By 3/31; $20 Discount
•    By 4/30; $10 discount
Entry Fee: 5/1 Up To At Site: Rated $100; U1200 & Unrated $80. (Before FM, NM, MACA & WMCA Discounts). Cash, PayPal, or Venmo Only. No Checks