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Greater Peoria Open—ILLINOIS CHESS TOUR

Event

Greater Peoria Open—ILLINOIS CHESS TOUR
When:
Saturday, April 8, 2017 - Sunday, April 9, 2017
Where:
Peoria, IL
Category:
Open Tournaments

Description

5 Round Swiss System in 2 Sections:
Open - All players of all strengths are welcome.
Reserve - Only available for players with Ratings 1400 and under.

Time Control:
Game 90 with 30 second increment
(if an increment capable clock is not available, set the clock for 30 second delay instead)
How do I set my clock for Game 90/Increment 30?

Schedule:
Saturday April 8th:
8:00-8:45am Registration
9:30am Round 1
2:00pm Round 2
6:30pm Round 3

Sunday April 9th:

10:00am Round 4
3:00pm Round 5

Byes
A half-point bye for any round is available during pre-registration only. Once pairings are posted for the first round, no additional half-point byes will be granted.Remember, no prize money will be given to players who do not play the final round and fail to notify the TD of their withdrawal.

Ongoing Side Events:
Walk-in Master Simul presented by the Greater Peoria Chess Foundation
Go over your game with a Master
Restaurant and Chess Store Vendor on-site.

Sets, Boards & clocks will be provided.
Organizer provided equipment must be used in cases of equipment dispute. Organizer provided equipment will be discounted and on sale upon tournament completion for schools, clubs and players to purchase.

Prizes:

Open Section
Guaranteed Place Prizes . . . 1st $500, 2nd $240, 3rd $120, 4th $90
Class Prizes Guaranteed on 3 per class . . .

Expert (2000-2199) $90 & $60
Class A (1800-1999) $90 & $60
Class B (1600-1799) $90 & $60
Class C (Below 1600) $90 & $60
Upset . . . $50 (200 Point difference to qualify)
Classes may be combined if less than 3 in a class


Reserve Section
Place Prizes Guaranteed . . . 1st $120, 2nd $90, 3rd $60
Class Prizes Guaranteed on 3 per class
Class E (1000-1199) $90 & $60
Class F (Below 1000) $90 & $60
Upset . . . $50 (200 Point difference to qualify)
Classes may be combined if less than 3 in a class

Registration:

Tournament Entry Fees:
$40 if received on or before midnight April 5, 2017
$50 if received after April 5th or at the door.
Masters play free in Peoria and we don't deduct EF from Prize winnings. We appreciate their participation.

Click to Register Online Now,
or mail registration information and Payments to (payable): Greater Peoria Chess Foundation,
1116 N Parkside Dr
Peoria, IL 61606
(309) 256-3559 (leave a message if no answer)

Postal-registration: In addition to payment, we must receive by mail the player's Full Name, USCF ID#, Expiration Date, e-mail or street address.

Hotel Registrations and Inquiries:

Peoria Travelodge
Address: 100 Conference Center Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
Phone: (309) 694-0200

More Information:
Direct any Questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 309.682.0675, please mention the Greater Peoria Open Chess Tournament in your message.

Directions to Peoria Travelodge:

From the East I-74 to exit 89 War Memorial, follow signs taking Route 150 W to Scenic Drive, turn right onto Scenic and immediately onto Brandywine and follow to hotel..
From the West I-74 to exit 88 Sterling Ave, turn left onto Sterling and follow to Brandywine Drive (just past Northwoods Mall), turn right onto Brandywine and follow to hotel..
From the Airport From General Wayne A Downing Peoria International Airport, follow airport exit signs and take I-474 W. Travel to I-74 E and on I-74 E, take exit 88/Sterling Ave, turn left onto Sterling Ave and follow to Brandywine Drive, turn right onto Brandywine Drive and follow to hotel on the left..
By Bus
The Peoria Travelodge is on the Peoria City Link Bus Line. If traveling from out of town, transfer to city bus either at the Downtown Bus Terminal or at Bradley University Student Center, depending on your bus carrier. All routes connect at the downtown bus terminal.


Venue

Location:
Travelodge Conference Center
City:
Peoria
State:
IL