Catherine McLaughlin Open Championship 2025 

 The Saint Louis Chess Club welcomes chess enthusiasts to a premier event featuring a 5-round Swiss System tournament with two sections: Open and U1800. 

Join us from August 1-3, 2025, at Maryland & Forsyth, Chase Park Plaza for an exciting weekend of chess competition. 


Catherine McLaughlin Open Championship 2025

FORMAT5 round Swiss System. Two sections (Open & U1800). 
DATE(S)August 1-3
ROUND TIMESFriday: 6:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM 
LOCATIONMaryland & Forsyth, Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta St. Louis 
REGISTRATIONSpace is limited to 120 participants 
ENTRY FEE$100
TIME CONTROLG/90; +30 increment 
PRIZESOpen Section (FIDE Rated):
  • 1st: $1,000
  • 2nd: $600
  • 3rd: $400
  • U2300: $300
  • U2100: $200
  • U1900: $200
Under 1800 Section:
  • 1st: $500
  • 2nd: $300
  • 3rd: $200
  • U1500: $200
  • U1300: $200
  • U1000: $100
  • Unrated: $100

 Total Prize Fund: $4,200 

RATING & MEMBERSHIPOpen section is FIDE rated. Both sections US Chess rated. Both Club and US Chess memberships required. 
BYESTwo half-point byes are available if requested when registering or before registration ends by emailing   [email protected] .
INFORMATIONEmail:  [email protected] 

REGISTRATION

The open section is FIDE rated, and any player may compete in the open section.

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Location Information

  • Maryland Ballroom Chase Park Plaza
  • 212 N. Kingshighway Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63108 US
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