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2026 Us Amateur East K-8 Scholastic

Saturday, May 23, 2026Iselin, NJ

Please confirm all information with the tournament organizer before attending.

VenueDelta Hotels Woodbridge
Address515 US Highway 1 South, Iselin, NJ 08830
Sections5-Round Swiss | U1200, U900, U600
Time ControlG/30; d5
Entry Fee$50
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Is This Tournament a Good Fit?

This event is designed for elementary and middle school players (K–8) with a maximum rating of 1200, making it an ideal fit for scholastic players building their competitive experience. The five-round Swiss format with rapid time control (G/30) keeps the tournament to a single day while still offering meaningful competition, and all participants receive recognition—trophies for the top ten in each section, and chess medallions for everyone else. At just $50 to enter, it's an affordable way to test your skills against other young players in your rating range.