Choose a qualifying session
Proposed sessions are 9 AM–12 PM or 2 PM–5 PM. Session times and the event year are still to be confirmed.
Planned start: December 20 · Ages 5–17
Small pieces.
Big possibilities.
Exceed Chess Championship
A new challenge for young thinkers. A chance to make their move.
Illustrative classroom photo · Registration details to be confirmed
The proposed format
Every round.
A new opportunity.
Two age divisions give children a competition group of their own: Junior for ages 5–9 and Senior for ages 10–17.
This format is proposed. Final rules, tie-breaks, prizes, and the Championship Day date will be shared before paid registration opens.
Play four Swiss rounds
Each qualifying session is proposed to include four Swiss rounds in the Junior and Senior divisions.
Advance to Championship Day
The top two players from each age division in each session advance, for eight finalists total.
Celebrate the achievement
Awards are proposed for qualifying sessions and championship divisions. Award details and prizes will be confirmed.
The next move is yours
Ready for
the challenge?
Join the chess interest list and hear from Exceed when the final registration details are available.
Proposed entry fees
$39early bird
$49regular
Planned start: December 20
Exceed Learning Center
1360 Willis Avenue, Albertson, NY 11507
No payment is collected yet. Fees, early bird deadline, session times, rules, prizes, and capacity require confirmation. A seat is not reserved by joining this list.
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