Players battle at a regional chess tournament.
When playing for a team, you work your hardest!
Coach Jay is always on hand to offer advice and game analysis when CYCL travels to tournaments.
Legacy celebrates their 2007 Western States win!
Ready to Compete?
Students are ready to compete in Quad tournaments if they understand checkmate and stalemate, know the rules for castling and pawn promotion, and can find basic checkmates.
CYCL Quads.
These low-key events are held at Lighthouse with the option of playing in the morning (9:30-12:30) session or the afternoon (1:30-4:30) session. Four players of the same level in a group. Trophy to 1st, medal to 2nd, token prizes to 3rd & 4th. Register for an upcoming Quad with the form on the left.
CYCL Rated.
The United States Chess Federation (USCF) rated events are for players who have played in at least two quad events with reasonable success. Tournament rules are strictly enforced.
Local Rated.
CYCL families can choose to participate in USCF-rated events throughout Southern California. You can find rated events every weekend, but the closer venues are the LA Chess Club and the AAA Chess Club.
Travel Rated.
A few times each year, CYCL students will descend en masse on an event such as the State Championship or even a National event. Coach Jay will usually coordinate all registrations for these events.
Parents of CYCL kids should always be sure to clear out their car trunks prior to a tournament!
