📚 Back-to-School Rock Open

Saturday, August 22nd
The Rock Church – Westchester
10601 SW 48th St, Building C, Miami, FL 33165

Kick off the new school year with another exciting USCF-rated tournament at The Rock Church! The Back-to-School Rock Open welcomes players of all ages and skill levels for a fun and competitive day of chess.

Whether you are building on your performance from the Pinecrest Back-to-School Open or playing your first tournament of the season, this is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, compete for prizes, and connect with South Florida’s chess community.

Sections

• Open
• U2000
• U1600
• U1000
• U600

Sections may be combined for pairing purposes only.

Format

• 4 Rounds
• G/30; +5 increment
• Same-day and on-site registration allowed

Prizes

💰 Open & U2000
30% of each section’s entry fees will be paid out as cash prizes.
Prize distribution will be announced before Round 1.

🏆 U1600, U1000 & U600
Trophies will be awarded to top finishers.

Schedule

• On-site registration and check-in: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
• Round 1 begins at 12:00 PM
• All rounds played consecutively
• Awards ceremony following the final round

Entry Fee

• $30 Early: Through Thursday at 11:59 PM
• $40 Late: Friday and on-site

USCF Membership Required

Questions? Contact South Miami Chess Club at southmiamicc@gmail.com.