DOG DAY DUELS 2026

This one day Scholastic Chess event will feature three sections for K through 12 students. It features a three round swiss open with two sections [K - 6 Open & K - 12 Open]. Beginners can play in our Introductory Quads to get experience with tournament play. This tournament will be rated by US Chess and provide all students with a national chess rating.

This is the last tournament in our 7-tournament Grand Prix. Students who participate in those tournaments are eligible for Grand Prix Awards and Prizes at the end of the season.

Join us this for this exciting day of chess competition.

Event Check-in: Saturday, August 1st - 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

(Late arrivals will not be paired for round 1)

Event Details
Date(s)
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Location
Washington University in St. Louis | Hillman Hall
6387 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105, USA
Check-in Period
9:00-9:45 AM Sharp - Late Check-ins will not be paired in round one.
Format
4 round Swiss [Two Sections - K12 Open and K6 Open]
3 round Quads [Introductory Quads]
Time Controls
K12 Open and K6 Open - G/25 + 5s increment
Introductory Quads - G/10 + 10s increment
Round Times
K12 Open - 10 AM | 11:15 AM | 1:15 PM | 2:30 PM
K6 Open - 10 AM | 11:15 AM | 1:15 PM | 2:30 PM
Introductory Quads - 10 AM to 12 PM
Awards to follow shortly after the final rounds.
Registration Details
Registration
Registration closes Thursday night before the event.
No registration at the door.
$10 Day-of entry only available for Introductory Quads.
Space is limited to 150 participants.
Entry Fee
$10 Online - Closes Thursday before the Event - No Entry at the Door.
Individual and Team Prize Trophies
K - 12 Open - Individuals
  • First
  • Second
  • Third
  • Fourth
  • Fifth
  • Top Female
K - 6 Open - Individuals
  • First
  • Second
  • Third
  • Fourth
  • Fifth
  • Top Female
Introductory Quads - Individuals
  • First Place for each Quad
K - 12 Open - Teams
  • First
  • Second
  • Third
K - 6 Open - Teams
  • First
  • Second
  • Third
How to decide which section to play in:
The K-12 Open is designed for tournament chess players with experience playing over-the-board tournaments. This section will feature the strongest players and intense competition. Open to all in K-12 grades.
The K-6 Open is designed for chess players who may have only played online in the past two years and would like to experience a swiss style tournament in over-the-board play. Open to all in K-6 grades.
The Introductory Quads are designed for players new to tournament chess, or just new to over-the-board chess. Players are grouped together with three other players of similar ability (as determined by the tournament director). Open to all in the grades preK-12.
Rating & Membership
USCF Rated.
USCF Membership Required.
Free 1-year USCF Membership to all students who are new to rated tournaments.
Reduced-cost USCF membership renewals are available on-site.
Byes
One half-point bye available for any round, if requested before round 1. Must be included in registration.
Information
[email protected] or 314.361.2437

Registration

The K-12 Open is designed for tournament chess players with experience playing over-the-board tournaments. This section will feature the strongest players and intense competition. Open to all in K-12 grades.

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    • WashU | Hillman Hall
    • 6387 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO, 63105 US
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