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Avatar of randommonkey1

Hey everyone! I am planning to host weekly online USCF-rated blitz tournaments with time controls similar to tournaments held here. Entry will be around $5–$10, and 70–80% of the pot will go back to players as prizes. Right now, I’m just trying to gauge interest—would you guys like to see prize tournaments like these? Feel free to DM me if you're in!

Avatar of Thomaschen1209

maybe

Avatar of iceblastor

Main issue will be facilitating and how do you block cheaters, either using software or having someone else play for them. When money is involved, it makes matters more complicated, as there's an incentive.

Avatar of randommonkey1
iceblastor wrote:

Main issue will be facilitating and how do you block cheaters, either using software or having someone else play for them. When money is involved, it makes matters more complicated, as there's an incentive.

Yeah, I totally agree with you there, Iceblastor—that's definitely one of the biggest concerns. I think one good way to handle it is requiring players to have their webcams on, and then dealing with any complaints on a case-by-case basis. I still think platforms like Chess.com have solid anti-cheat systems, and hopefully the majority of players will stay honest. Plus, it usually becomes pretty obvious when a 500-rated player is sweeping the tournament. Great point though—definitely something for me to think about. Really appreciate your input!

Avatar of AIM_KGreenGator

I would be interested in playing in free online ones and would jump in but not am interested in paying money to do ones.

Avatar of Orange-Giraffe

yea there is already free ones

Avatar of rwv37

zero interest

Avatar of beserkpencil

how bout if only six people joins??? Prize fund is not a lot, so not very intrested

Avatar of fpawn

zero interest

Avatar of TimePressureTimothy79

im interested

Avatar of Miracle

Interesting