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Master vs Challengers Match
2026

Tournament Details Revised: 9/29/2026 7:34:14 AM
General Information
Event Organizer: The Massachusetts Chess Association  Visit Organizer Website
Event Location: Burlington Recreation Center, 61 Center Street, Burlington, MA 01803   [ Directions ]
Event Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time Control: 15 minutes + 10 seconds increment per move
Rounds Time: Rounds start at 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm
Byes: No byes allowed
Inquiry: kateryna@masschess.org    9789961562
Event Webpage: masschess.chessroster.com/mvc-2026
Registration Information
Entry Fee:
Registration - Onsite:
Membership Requirement: USCF membership required
Sections Information
Tournament Sections: Invitational
Tournament Rules and Other Information
  • We cordially invite you to an exciting day of chess as Massachusetts’ top players take on rising challengers in the Masters vs. Challengers 2026 Invitational.
  • This innovative team vs. team match features elite competition, with spectators welcome to attend in person or follow the broadcast online.
  • YouTube: youtube.com/live/fhzQiUwKvgU?feature=share
  • Chess.com: www.chess.com/events/2026-massachusetts-masters-vs-challengers-invitational
  • Lichess: lichess.org/broadcast/2026-massachusetts-masters-vs-challengers-invitational/2QchhP2O
  • Live Results: masschess.chessroster.com/mvc-2026/reports
  • Food & Drink Policy: No food or drink other than water is allowed in the playing hall. Picnic tables are available outside for eating.

  • MACA provides tournament listing for all as a service to the chess community. For question, comments, or dispute regarding events that are not organized by MACA, please contact the tournament organizer directly.
  • 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.