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1st Origami Open!
$5500 projected, $3300 (60%) Guaranteed!

Tournament Details Revised: 9/3/2024 1:21:52 PM
General Information
Event Organizer: Joseph Truelson  
Event Location: Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center, 219 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886   [ Directions ]
Hotel Info: Hotel: $139, booking link here: https://us01.iqwebbook.com/WRICCMA543/~/?coupon=CAT Be sure to reserve before September 25th, 2024 to get the guaranteed rate!
Event Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time Control: 6SS, G/60+30 Friday and Saturday, G/90+30 Sunday
Rounds Time: Friday: 7pm Saturday 10am-2pm-6pm Sunday: 10am-3pm
Byes: 3 allowed, must commit before Round 2
Prize Info: $5500 projected, $3300 (60%) Guaranteed! 
Inquiry: josephtruelson@gmail.com    651-443-6341
Event Webpage: newenglandchess.org
Registration Information
Entry Fee: $125 for Washi, $90 for Tant, $65 for Kami. EF $10 more after September 28th and $20 after October 24th and on site.
Registration - Onsite: Friday 10/25: 6-6:45pm Saturday 10/26: 9-9:45 am
Membership Requirement: USCF Membership required
Sections Information
Tournament Sections: Washi (1700+ USCF, FIDE Rated) $2675 based on 25 entries: $1200-600, U2325: $450, U2125: $425
Tant (Under 1925) $1750 based on 25 entries: $720-360, U1725: $340, U1525: $330
Kami (Under 1325) $1075 based on 25 entries: $450-225, U1125: $210, U975/Unrated: $190
Tournament Rules and Other Information
  • Bring sets and clocks, limited amount provided
  • Online registration:https://onlineregistration.cc/tournaments/index.php?view=zNTizdLa&tid=m6OeoQ==
  • More details also available here:https://onlineregistration.cc/tournaments/index.php?view=zNTizdLa&tid=m6OeoQ==
  • Book hotel here: https://us01.iqwebbook.com/WRICCMA543/~/?coupon=CAT
  • Grand Prix: This event is a 4x multiplier in the New England Grand Prix, a new circuit of local tournaments that reward players who play and finish more events. To view the details, prizes, standings, and upcoming Grand Prix Events, visit the New England
  • Questions? Email josephtruelson@gmail.com
  • Ratings are based off of the published October 2024 USCF Rating List. Unrated players may only play in the Class E/Below section and are only eligible for the Unrated prize.
  • Prizes will be raised/decreased in proportion to the amount of entries, except 50% of each prize guaranteed.
  • Blitz Side Event: The Origami Blitz will take place Saturday at the conclusion of all rounds. The event is free for players ($10 for others) and has $100 in prizes: $50 for first and two class prizes of $30 and $20. Higher of blitz or USCF regular rating

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  • Remember that each player is responsible for bringing and setting up their clock. Please refer to the Metrowest Chess Club Digital Clock Guide for instructions on how to set digital clocks.
  • MACA does not recommend but allows US Chess approved electronic scorekeeping devices. Please note that some national tournaments held by US Chess ban electronic scorekeeping, so be sure to know how to keep score without aid of electronics.
  • If online registration is enabled on this event, you can Join/Renew your USCF and MACA membership at the online registration page. If online registration is not available, you can join MACA (The Massachusetts Chess Association) at our Online Membership Form and USCF (United States Chess Federation) at USCF Membership Page.