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Beckstead Family Classic 2026
Roster, Pairings & Standings
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Event Details
| DATES | Friday, September 18 – Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| LOCATION | Saint Louis Chess Club 4663 Maryland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108 |
| TIME CONTROL | G/90; +30 sec |
| ROUNDS | 5 Rounds |
| SECTIONS | Premiere (Open); Reserve (U2000) |
| PRIZE FUND | $5,000 |
| MEMBERSHIP | Membership in both the Saint Louis Chess Club and United States Chess Federation is required to participate. Not a Saint Louis Chess Club member yet? Join online for monthly or annual membership, or purchase a day pass at the front desk on the day of the event. For questions about club membership, email [email protected]. |
| BYES | Notify TD when taking a bye at least 15 minutes prior to the following round. |
| QUESTIONS? | Email us at [email protected]. |
Round Schedule
| ROUND 1 | Friday, 6:30 PM |
| ROUND 2 | Saturday, 10:00 AM |
| ROUND 3 | Saturday, 3:30 PM |
| ROUND 4 | Sunday, 10:00 AM |
| ROUND 5 | Sunday, 3:30 PM |
Prize Fund
| $5,000 Unconditionally Guaranteed!! |
Premiere Section (Open)
| 1ST PLACE | $1,000 |
| 2ND PLACE | $700 |
| 3RD PLACE | $550 |
| U2200 | 1st - $425; 2nd - $300 |
Reserve Section (U2000)
| 1ST PLACE | $550 |
| 2ND PLACE | $350 |
| 3RD PLACE | $275 |
| U1600 | 1st - $250; 2nd - $225 |
| U1200 | 1st - $175; 2nd - Tournament Entry Voucher* |
| TOP UNRATED | Tournament Entry Voucher* |
