On Saturday, February 1, 2003, the British Columbia Chess Federation will hold the preliminary round of the British Columbia Elementary School Team Championship. This event is open to all elementary schools (grades 1-7) in the province. The top 6 teams (only) will advance to the finals, to be held at St. George's Senior School on February 22, 2003. Space is limited, and therefore entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Each school is limited to two teams in each event.
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Time |
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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Location |
West Point Grey Academy
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Information and Registration |
For additional information or to register, contact: Katherine Davies
Registration and roster forms in Word can be downloaded here The deadline for registration is January 25, 2003. |
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Format |
Five-round Swiss. |
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Rounds |
The first round will begin at 9:30 a.m. Additional rounds will begin at approximately 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. |
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Time Control |
The time control will be 45 minutes per player for the game. The top matches will use chess clocks throughout; other matches will start without a clock, but will have a clock placed on them after 1 hour of elapsed time, with each player having 15 minutes to complete the game. |
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Teams |
Each team will consist of four players and up to two spares. Any four team members may play in a given match. |
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Entry fee |
$25 per team. This fee includes spares. |
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Prizes |
The top 6 teams will qualify to play in the Elementary School Finals, to be held at St. George's Senior School on February 22, 2003. |
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Equipment |
Please bring chess clocks if possible. Sets, boards, and scoresheets will be provided. |
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Food |
Food, including lunch, will be available on site. |