Saturday, April 5, 2025

The James Lyon Memorial Tournament

 

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When:

April 26th 2025.  First round starts at 10 a.m., for all who pre-registered before April 24th by midnight.  Late registers will forfeit the first round.

Location:

Sonwil Distribution Corporate Headquarters

2732 Transit Road, West Seneca, NY 14224

Sections: (Number of rounds depends on number of players per section)

Open  Rated.  This section is for experienced current USCF members who want to play rated games. (G/40;d5)

Under 1200 Rated.  This section is for current USCF members with a rating below 1200 who want to play rated games. (G/30;d5)

Open Unrated.  This section is for any players who want to play unrated games. (G/40;d0)

Scholastic Unrated.  This section is for new scholastic players who are undecided about acquiring a USCF membership. (G/30;d0)

Bughouse.  Game time of G/5;d0 minutes.

Awards:

Plaques for top 3 individuals in each rated or unrated section.  Medals for top 3 teams in bughouse section.

All players will receive a commemorative pin.

Entrance Fee:

No entrance fee, and lunch will be provided.

Click Here to Register