Continental Chess Association

Continental Chess Association (CCA) is one of the largest and most respected chess tournament organizers in the United States, running major open championships since the 1960s. Their annual calendar spans coast to coast and includes some of the most prestigious events in American chess — the World Open, Chicago Open, New York State Championship, Cleveland Open, Pittsburgh Open, Southern Open, Pacific Coast Open, and many more. CCA events are open to players of all levels, with multiple sections ranging from Grandmaster to beginner, and registration is handled through ChessAction.com.