The 2026 Chess A2Z Inaugural Open
Welcome to the 2026 Chess A2Z Inaugural Open! Join players of all ages for an exciting day of over-the-board competition, strategic battles, and community connection. Whether you’re aiming for a trophy or gaining valuable tournament experience, we invite you to challenge yourself and be part of the beginning of something special.
2026 OSCF State Championship qualifier
Date: Mar 21st, 2026 (Saturday)
Check-In Time (check-in is mandatory; players who miss the check-in window will not be paired for the first round)
Open section: 9:20am-9:45am
All other sections: 9:45am – 10:15am
Schedule (actual round & award times may vary slightly)
Open section (3 rounds): 10:00am, 11:50am, 1:40pm
All other sections (4 rounds): 10:30am, 11:40am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm
Awards: 3:15pm
Venue: Chinese Evangelical Church (5529 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro, OR 97124)
Open Section: Upper Level
All other sections: Lower Level
Open Section: 3 round Swiss, G/45; d5
All other sections: 4 round Swiss, G/25; +5
Adult players can play in the open section only
Prize:
Open section: cash prize for top 3 finishers. (1st place: $70, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $30). Medals for players with plus or even scores. Adult players will win cash prizes only.
All other sections: Trophies for the top 5 finishers. Medals for players with plus or even scores.
Free game analysis with Woman Grandmaster Zoey Tang, National Master Austin Tang and other Chess A2Z volunteer coaches.
Lunch: Free Pizza for the players.
US Chess Membership: All players must have a current US Chess membership. You may purchase one directly at (www.uschess.org) If you prefer, we are happy to assist. Simply complete this form and we will take care of it for you: https://chessa2z.org/8752
Pre-registration only; no on-site registration.
See you at the board!
For details and to register, please go to: https://chessa2z.org/event/the-2026-chess-a2z-inaugural-open/