Saturday, November 15th, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Harmon Park Activity Center
3100 5th Ave, Kearney, NE 68847
About the Event
Join us for the Central Nebraska Chess Championships – Fall 2025 Edition!
Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome for a full day of strategy, learning, and competition.
This tournament features a USCF-rated section, the points from this tournament will be added to your yearlong scores to pronounce the first ever Kearney City Chess Champion.
Tournament Format
USCF Section: 4-Round Swiss
Time Control: G/40, d5
Half-point byes: Available upon registration
Notation required for USCF Section
USCF membership required for USCF Section
Schedule
Check-In & On-Site Registration: 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Round 1: Shortly after 10:00 a.m.
Round 2: 12:15 p.m.
Round 3: 2:15 p.m.
Round 4: 4:15 p.m.
Awards Ceremony: 6:00 p.m.
Entry Fee
Pre-Registration: $35 (before November 14th)
Equipment & Conduct
Players are encouraged to bring their own chess sets and clocks (limited sets available).
All players and spectators—including children—are expected to show proper etiquette and good sportsmanship.
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Contact
Questions? Reach out to Eric Ring at
centralnebraskachessclub@gmail.com