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Global Chess Syndicate rules

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  •  Global Chess Syndicate – Official Club Rules 

1. General Conduct

1. Respect All Members – Be polite and show good sportsmanship. No hate speech, insults, or personal attacks.


2. Fair Play & Integrity – Cheating of any kind (engine use, sandbagging, account sharing, etc.) is strictly prohibited. Members should report suspected violations to club admins or Chess.com support.

2. Game & Tournament Rules

3. No Stalling or Frequent Disconnections – Players must complete their games on time. If a member frequently disconnects or times out, they may receive a warning or be restricted from events.


4. Rating Divisions – Some tournaments may have rating-based divisions:

  • Under 1200
  • 1200-1600
  • 1600+
    This ensures fair competition.

3. Club Activity & Engagement

5. Active Participation – Members should engage in at least one club event or discussion per month. Prolonged inactivity (without prior notice) may result in removal from the club.


6. Event Scheduling & Announcements – All events will be announced in the club forum. Members are encouraged to check regularly.

4. Communication & External Platforms

7. Respect in Club Chat & External Channels – If the club uses Discord, WhatsApp, or other platforms, the same rules apply. Any violations on external platforms may impact club membership.


8. No Spamming or Unapproved Promotions – Members may not post promotional links without admin approval. Chess-related content is allowed if approved.

5. Club Roles & Dispute Resolution

9. Admins & Moderators – Club admins and moderators are responsible for enforcing rules, organizing events, and resolving disputes.


10. Dispute Handling –

  • Any issues should be reported to an admin.
  • Disputes will be reviewed fairly based on evidence.

Repeated violations may result in warnings, temporary bans, or permanent removal from the club.