5:15 p.m. Developmental Class K-8 (register) 6:15 p.m. Developmental Class HS-Adult (register)
Despite winter weather, classes are still on! Enrolled students should check email for any developments to the contrary.
4:45 p.m. Kid's Night Suited for K-12 players who are new or rated under 1000, we offer a rated tournament with a medal to the winner, an unrated tournament for new players with a USCF membership to the winner, and free casual play.
6:30 p.m.: Quad Night! G/25+5. Quads place you in a group of four players as closely rated to you as possible, with three rounds to determine the winner. $20 Entry fee can win $40 ($45 for a perfect score). You must be registered by 6:20 p.m. to participate, so don't wait until it's too late!
The Palmetto Scholastic Chess League rolls on as we get closer to the Scholastic State Championship on March 21, 2026. The last two PSCL tournaments have been sold out, so act soon to reserve your seat.
Time Trouble is in its third edition, this time in Blitz form with a 6-Round Double Swiss Blitz 3+2, and a $400 prize pool. Open to all ages, but PSCL players are invited to stay and play!
Congratulations to Jack Bontrager, and Benjamin Black for winning the medal in their sections this evening! Special Shoutout to Max Kohn for winning a membership to US Chess as our unrated winner. Thank you to Coach James for directing the event, and to Coaches Brandon, Sean, & Mike for guiding our future masters with their first lessons to get them tournament ready.
Congratulations to Thomas Kemp Jr for taking clear first place in our Super Blitz Tournament! Hot on his heels were Tamaghna Roy and Arnav Singh sharing 2nd and 3rd place.
Donate to the Club: The Club remains volunteer operated and is bolstered by generous donations from the community. Consider donating and check out our Donor List recognizing those who have given to support the club's mission to grow chess in the midlands and throughout South Carolina.
Puzzle answer.... 1... Rxg3+ 2. hxg3 Qxg3+ 3. Kf1 Nxf4 4. Qd8+ Kf7... and the king eventually hides from checks on h6 and mate with either Rxf2# Qxf2# or Qg2# is inevitable depending on position.
