Event Bio:
October 11–12, 2025 | Harmony Home Loans Auditorium

Chess players across Southern Nevada are invited to compete in one of the most anticipated regional tournaments of the year — the 2025 Southern Nevada State Championship Qualifier, hosted at the elegant Harmony Home Loans Auditorium on October 11–12. This prestigious two-day event is open to all Southern Nevada residents and is an official qualifier for the 2025 Nevada State Finals, scheduled for November 7–9.

Organized in partnership with Elevate Chess and Silver State Chess, the tournament will feature two rated sections: the Championship Section (1700+ USCF) and the Reserve Section (U1700). To participate, a current USCF (U.S. Chess Federation) membership is required.

The stakes are high — not only are players vying for top honors and a generous prize fund, but the top three finishers in each section will earn qualification for the Nevada State Finals, placing them one step closer to state-level chess glory.

Prize Fund Highlights:

Championship Section:
- 1st Place: $400 + Trophy
- 2nd Place: $250
- 3rd Place: $200 + Free Entry to any Elevate Chess $1k Swiss
Reserve Section:
- 1st Place: $150
- 2nd & 3rd Place: Free Entry to any Elevate Chess $1k Swiss

Entry Fee:

$65 if registered before October 1 ($30 less than last year)
$95 after October 1

Registration and event details are available at:
👉 kingregistration.com/event/SSCA-S
👉 elevatechess.net

For sponsorships, advertising opportunities, or general inquiries, please email:
📩 info@silverstatechess.org or admin@elevatechess.net

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to compete with Southern Nevada’s finest chess minds with top 3 players in each section qualifying to play in the 2025 Nevada State Finals, which will take place November 7-9^th!!

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