96th Wisconsin Closed Championship

A Wisconsin Chess Tour Event

A US Chess Grand Prix Event (40 Grand Prix points - the first time this event has been granted Grand Prix status)

August 16-18, 2024 (3-day and 2-day schedules available! See "Registration, Schedule, and Time Control" below)

Holiday Inn, Manitowoc, WI

Guest rooms at the Holiday Inn -- which couldn't be easier to get to, at the intersection of I-43 and US-151, 4601 Calumet Ave. -- are only $99. Call (920) 682-6000 for reservations. Mention ‘Chess Tournament’. Room rate includes a full breakfast buffet... not just a "continental" breakfast... a full buffet with eggs, breakfast potatoes, pancakes, waffles, juice, milk, fruit, sausage, bacon... the works!

$4500 cash prize fund unconditionally guaranteed

Eligibility

This event is open to all Wisconsin residents, former champions and students in WI schools. All entrants must be members of the US Chess Federation. US Chess membership may be purchased at the site. Wisconsin Chess Association membership is included in the entry. Our website address is www.wischess.org.

Three sections: Premier (1800 & above), Reserve (under 1800), and Novice (under 1200).

Under 1800 players may enter the Premier section by paying the "play up" entry fee (see below).

Prizes

Premier (1800 & above):

• 1st $1000 + trophy
• 2nd $600
• 3rd $400
• Expert $315
• Class A $260
• The Robert Reel Memorial traveling trophy to the Premier winner

Reserve (under 1800):

• 1st $500 + trophy
• 2nd $300
• 3rd $200
• Class C $150
• Class D $125
• Class E & below $100
• The Marshall Rohland Memorial traveling trophy to the Reserve winner

Novice (under 1200):

• 1st $250 + trophy
• 2nd $150 + trophy
• 3rd $100 + trophy
• 800-999 (Class F) trophy
• 600-799 (Class G) trophy
• 400-599 (Class H) trophy
• Unrated trophy

Scott Kittsley Memorial Upset Prize: $50
Growth Chess Upset Prize (for age 17 and under): $50

Entry Fees

• Premier (1800 & above)
  • Register by Aug.14, 2024:
    • King $78.60 (mail-in $75)
    • Under 1800 players wishing to "play up" to the Premier: King $88.90 (mail-in $85)
  • After Aug. 14, 2024:
    • King $88.90 (mail-in $85)
    • Under 1800 players wishing to "play up" to the Premier: King $99.20 (mail-in $95)
• Reserve (Under 1800)
  • Register by Aug. 14, 2024: King $52.85 (mail-in $50)
  • After Aug. 14, 2024: King $63.15 (mail-in $60)
• Novice (Under 1200)
  • Register by Aug. 14, 2024: King $32.25 (mail-in $30)
  • After Aug. 14, 2024: King $37.40 (mail-in $35)

We are able to keep the entry fees low due to the generosity of our benefactors contributing 44% of the prize fund

Registration, Schedule, and Time Control

3-day Schedule for Premier and Reserve:

• Register Friday, Aug. 16, from 4:30-5:30 PM
• You may register at King Registration
• 1st round is Friday, Aug. 16, at 6:00 PM
• 2nd and 3rd rounds on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• 4th and 5th rounds on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM
• Time control all rounds 40/90, SD/30 with 30 sec. increment beginning with move 1.
• One 1/2-point bye is available in the Premier or Reserve section in rounds 1, 2, 3, or 4 if requested in advance of the tournament.

2-day Schedule for Premier and Reserve:

• Register Saturday, Aug. 17, from 8:30-9:30 AM
• You may register at King Registration
• Rounds 1 and 2 on Saturday, Aug. 17, are at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Time control for rounds 1 & 2: G/90 with 5 second increment
• 3rd round at 6:00 PM Saturday
• Sunday, Aug. 18, rounds 4 & 5 at 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM
  • Time control for rounds 3-5: 40/90, SD/30 with 30 sec. increment beginning with move 1
• One 1/2-point bye is available in the Premier or Reserve section in rounds 1, 2, 3, or 4 if requested in advance of the tournament.

1-day Schedule for Novice:

• Register Saturday, Aug. 17, from 8:30-9:30 AM
• You may register at King Registration
• 4-rounds on Saturday, Aug. 17: 10:00, 1:00, 3:30, and 6:00
• Time control all rounds: G/60 with 5 second delay.

Online Registration

King Registration

Mail-in entries and checks should be made out to:

Terran Chess Federation
939 Lincoln Blvd.
Manitowoc, WI  54220

Please include:

• your entry fee (check or money order made out to: Terran Chess Federation)
• your name
• your mailing address
• email address
• phone number
• USCF ID
• Indicate which section you're entering
  • Premier (1800 & above)
    • if your rating is under 1800, you may play in the Premier by paying the "play-up" entry fee
    • See 'Entry Fees' above
  • Reserve (under 1800)
  • Novice (under 1200) Saturday 4-round Swiss
• If Premier or Reserve
  • indicate 2-day or 3-day schedule
  • if you want a 1/2-point bye, indicate which round, 1 – 4

Questions? Contact Steve Erbach, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 920-279-5688

Thank you!