2006 Chess Superfestfor players from outside North AmericaThe Chess'n Math Association Canada's National Scholastic Chess Association, organized the first ChessFest in 2005. Players from Canada and the United States took part. We got so much positive feedback that we decided to make this an annual event. This year we are making a special effort to attract a more international field. Therefore, we have allocated some funds to attract top players under 12 years old from other countries. However arrangements must be completed no later than June 20, 2006. Contact Larry Bevand at bevand@chess-math.org DATE: August 18-20, 2006 WHERE: Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites
ELIGIBILITY:
The top 50 students in each grade from grades K-12 by Chess'n Math (CMA) rating on June 1, 2006. We use the school grade you were in during the 2005-2006 school year. For a complete list check out the NEWS section of our website: www.chess-math.org. A number of players from the U.S.and other countries will also be invited making the event even more competitive.
SYSTEM: 13 Sections from Kindergarten to grade 12. 6-round swiss system in each section. For countries using a different grade system we will convert to a North American equivalent based on age. SCHEDULE: TIME CONTROL: 90 minutes + 5 second increment per player for the game. Clocks and sets are supplied. LODGING: Lodging is available at the Delta Hotel. This is a great hotel located in downtown Ottawa. They also have a 2-story indoor waterslide! We have special rates of $99 plus tax (two double beds - maximum 4 people to a room). You must mention the Chess Tournament and quote Reservation code: GGCNMA. These rates are guaranteed to June 28th. After that date it will depend on availability. To reserve call 1-800-268-1133. You can also e-mail the reservation manager, Sarah Fogarty at sfogarty@deltahotels.com ENTRY FEE: $45 if paid by June 28, 2006. $50 between June 29 and July 31. $60 between Aug 1 and Aug 15. Those who register after August 15, 2006 will be charged $75. PRIZES: Trophies to the top 5 in each grade. Plus 1st place in each grade receives a $100 gift certificate, 2nd place in each grade receives a gift certificate for $50 while 3rd, 4th and 5th place in each grade receives a $20 gift certificate. The certificates will be redeemable at Strategy Games and they will have a booth on site. Winners can also redeem tham at one of the Strategy Game stores in Canada: www.strategygames.ca INFORMATION: Larry Bevand (514) 845-8352 ext 24 or bevand@chess-math.org |
