US Chess Open, Blitz for Seniors 2013: May 28-June 2 in Tarrytown

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Hi everyone,

The U.S. Chess Federation and Chess Educators are now accepting entries for participation in the 2013 U.S. Senior Open from May 28-June 2.

Where: Doubletree Tarrytown Hotel; 455 South Broadway; Tarrytown, NY 10591 USA
Tournament Organizer: IO Beatriz Marinello; Chess Educators
Chief TD: IA Carol Jarecki

Eligibility: Open to USCF members born on or before May 27, 1963.
Tournament Format: 6 Rounds, Swiss System. Two 1/2-point byes allowed if requested before end of Rd 2.
Time Control: 40 moves in two hours, plus one hour sudden death (40/2, SD/1)
Rating: USCF Rated & FIDE Rated.

Prizes and Awards: $5,500 GTD! Plaques for the top 10 players overall.
• 1st $1,250
• 2nd 850
• 3rd $600
• 4th 300
• Under 2300 $500 & $300
• Under 2000 $300 & $150
• Under 1800 $300 & 150
• Under 1500/unr $300 & $150
• Top Woman $350

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