University of Louisville, Shelby Campus, Burhans Hall
440 N Whittington Pkwy.,
Louisville, KY 40222
US Chess Membership is Required.
Two Sections (Open and Scholastic) - USCF Rated with class prizes.
This is an open tournament. Anyone may play in the open section but expect to play players with a wide variety of ratings.
Scholastic players must specify their section.
5SS G/60;+10 $5100 b/100
Accelerated Pairings will be used at the discretion of the Chief Tournament Director.
Entry Fee - $50 in advance if paid by 5/11/2025; $60 by noon on 6/6/2025. $75 on site and after noon on 6/6/2025.
$40 for scholastic and/or unrated players and players with a USCF Rating of less than 1,200 based on the May Rating Supplement if entries are paid by noon on 6/6/2025. $50 on site and after noon for scholastic and unrated players on 6/7/2025.
KCA membership included for Kentucky residents.
This is a qualifying event for the 2025 Kentucky Closed Championship scheduled for July 12-13, 2025. More information can be found here: 2025 Closed Path
KY Open Champion: $1,200; 2nd place = $500
Class A (1999 - 1800): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100
Class B (1799 - 1600): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100
Class C (1599 - 1400): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100
Class D (1399 - 1200): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100
Class E (1199 - 1000): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100
Class F and Below: (999 and below): 1st = $300, 2nd = $100, 3rd = $80; 4th = $70; 5th = $50
Scholastic Prizes: 1st = $240, 2nd = $100, 3rd = $60
Top Unrated = $100
Top Female Player $100
Best Upset = $100
Onsite Registration and Check-In: 8:30 am - 9:10 am
Start Time: 10:00 AM on June 7th; Round Three Might Last Until 5:00 PM.
Anticipated End Time: 5:00 PM on June 8th.
Day One
Round 1 - 10:00 AM, June 7th
Round 2 - 12:30 PM, June 7th
Round 3 - 3:00 PM, June 7th
Day Two
Round 4 - 10:00 AM, June 8th
Annual KCA Board Meeting - 1:00 - 1:50 PM, June 8th
Round 5: 2:00 PM, June 8th
Players must check in before 9:10 am or otherwise contact the Chief Tournament Director to ensure they are paired for Round 1.
Players arriving after registration will receive one half-point bye and will be paired in subsequent rounds. Half-point byes may be requested for any round during registration only (2 max). Must commit to byes by round 3.
Annual meeting of the Kentucky Chess Association (KCA) Board between rounds 5 and 6, at 1pm
Please bring boards, sets, and clocks.
Hotel reservation deals: None Presently
Overnight Accommodations
There are two hotels within walking distance to Shelby Campus and three within approximately one
mile of campus. When making reservations, mention University of Louisville Event and
Conference Services to receive the government or corporate discounted rate. An additional
6% Kentucky Sales Tax, and 9.01% Occupancy Tax apply. Discounted rates based on availability.
Homewood Suites by Hilton® Louisville East
9401 Hurstbourne Trace
Louisville, KY 40222
502.429.9070
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Distance: Three minute walk to our building.
Residence Inn® by Marriott® Louisville East
120 North Hurstbourne Parkway
Louisville, Kentucky 40222
502.425.1821
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Distance: Eight to ten minute walk to our building.
Hyatt House Louisville East
This link provides any guest with a UofL discount when booking at the Hyatt House, rates starting at $94.
They are located 9315 Leesgate Rd, Louisville KY 40222, near Del Frisco’s on Whittington. They are also
pet friendly if anyone is traveling with pets.
Tournament Organizer Daro Mott
daromott@gmail.com or (502) 608 3577
Website: Kentucky Chess Association