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Quad Cities 2026 Winter Rapid

Start Date

Saturday, December 5, 2026

End Date

Saturday, December 5, 2026

Director

Eric Vigil and Cody Noble

AM Scholastic 4 round swiss US Chess Rated Quick
PM Open FIDE Rapid Rated 7 round swiss (US Chess Quick Rated)

Time Control

G20d0 for Scholastic G15d2 for Open FIDE Section

Rounds

10:00am then ASAP 3:00pm then round every 45 min

Additional Info

*Rounds may start earlier if prior round has been completed and if all players are in agreement.
• US Chess Federation (USCF) membership required. On Site Registration Available. $3 off for adults, young adults and students if you register through our affiliation.
• Parents/Guardians of young chess players are responsible for their children. Parents/Guardians must be present at all times of the tournament and may enjoy some light snacks or coffee in waiting area while games are in progress.
• Boards and clocks will ONLY be provided for the Beginner/Youth section games. Open and Reserve section players must bring their own regulated clock and board (dimensions listed below).
• Notation of moves on scoresheet is Not Required for sections games. Scoresheets will be provided. No electronic scoresheets allowed.
• By registering for this event, you also agree to have your photo taken to be used on our facebook page for promo purposes. Sometimes the local news stations show up as well.

Broadcast Link

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Registration

9-9:45 am Youth/Beginners
2:00-2:45pm Rapid/Open

US Chess Required:

Yes

IASCA Required:

No

Memberships Available Onsite:

Yes

Onsite Reg Time:

9-9:45 am Youth/Beginners 2:00-2:45pm Rapid/Open

Entry Fee:

Rapid: $35 online in advance or $40 cash-only in-person same day Beginner/Youth: $20 online in advance or $25 cash-only in-person same day

Send Entry Fee:

ONline or onsite

Prizes

• Open Section: 1st Place: $150 ; 2nd Place: $100 ; 3rd Place: $75 ; 4th Place: $50
• Beginner/Youth Section (under 800): Trophies for 1st - 5th Place ; 6th - 20th Place will receive participation medals.

Contact

Contact Luis Peralta at WesternIllinoisChess@gmail.com or (309) 737-2890

Location

Lincoln-Irving Elementary School Gymnasium

3300 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265, USA

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